preserve its history and to help in the rebranding of the area. Your Tour Begins This street is adorned with beautiful window boxes and 1 City Hall First built in the Romanesque revival style hanging baskets. of the architecture in the 1880s and designated a National Historical Site in 1988. It narrowly escaped demolition in the l960s, but in 3 Province House The birthplace of Confederation due course the spirit of heritage preservation prevailed and it was and the seat of Prince Edward Island’s provincial legislature since renovated and restored in the l980s. The Town Clock was donated 1847, Province House National Historic Site stands as a landmark to the City by the Province in 2005 in celebration of the City’s in Charlottetown. Province House is currently closed for conservation 150th Anniversary of Incorporation. work, but the gardens are active and accessible. Adopt-A-Corner A partnership between the 4 Great George Street City of Charlottetown and Downtown Charlottetown Inc., 75 street A National Historic Street as the Fathers of Confederation walked corners have been turned into beautiful city gardens. The business its path together in 1864 for the great meeting which led to the community is responsible for planting the corner while the City formation of Canada. Great George Street is enriched with history maintains the gardens. There has been both national and and beautiful architecture adorned with garden beds and hanging international recognition for this partnership. baskets. 2 Great George Street to Grafton 5 Confederation Landing The southern end of University Avenue in Charlottetown was The “Gem” of the Charlottetown waterfront was constructed in officially renamed Great George Street in 2015. The stretch of road 1995 and marks the site of the historic landing of the Fathers of between Euston Street and Province House was called Great George Confederation in 1864. Confederation Landing offers visitors and Street from 1768 to 1971. Downtown Charlottetown Inc., in Islanders alike a passive recreation and garden area where they cooperation with the City, had it reverted to its original name to can stroll the landing’s walkways or enjoy the activities at the adjacent Peake’s Wharf. 6 Water Street to Queen Street This street is adorned with beautiful gardens, window boxes and street corners amongst some of Charlottetown’s best restaurants and shops. 7 Victoria Row A finalist in the Canadian Institute of Planners Great Streets in Canada (2012), Victoria Row is one of Charlottetown’s must-sees. Not only is the pedestrian mall full of restaurants, cafes, shops and galleries, but this cobblestoned street is lined by some of the most beautiful historic buildings, urban gardens, and spectacular tree canopy in the city. 8 Queen Street to Grafton Street to West Street On this path you will find beautiful corners, lush floral baskets and window boxes which lead to the jewel park of this City, Victoria Park. 9 Beaconsfield Historic House Built in 1877 for James and Edith Peake, Beaconsfield was one of Charlottetown’s most elegant homes. Featuring the finest in materials and craftsmanship, it was also equipped with all the latest conveniences of the day. Today, Beaconsfield Historic House stands as a fine example of Victorian architecture with many wonderful features intact and has a fascinating story to tell. It is open year-round for tours and hosts lectures, concerts and other special events in the Carriage House. The beauty of the grounds is not to be missed. 10 Victoria Park In 1873, Governor William Cleaver Francis Robinson gave the City of Charlottetown the responsibility of caring for 40 acres of the Fanning Bank farm. This land was “to and for the use of all her Majesty’s subjects as a park, promenade and pleasure ground”. It was named Victoria Park in honour of Her Majesty Queen Victoria. Today, Victoria Park is one of Charlottetown’s most beautiful and popular parks where visitors can enjoy: • Peaceful woodland walking trails • A beautiful harbourfront boardwalk • Ball diamonds, tennis courts, horseshoe pitch • A playground, splash pad and swimming pool • Open green spaces • Colourful displays of annual and perennial flowers 11 Fanningbank Community Gardens Government House was built in 1834 as the official residence for the Lieutenant Governors of Prince Edward Island. The white wooden shingled building has a commanding view of Charlottetown Harbour and is surrounded by spacious lawns, tree-lined walks, and formal gardens. 12 Rochford Square Gardens Charlottetown has four historic squares namely Rochford Square, Connaught Square, Hillsborough Square and King Square. Rochford is a popular square for wedding photos and tourist photos because of the beautiful Victorian garden, its ornamental plantings and its dramatic trees that continue to thrive in this greenspace. www.charlottetown.ca.