• Water Street - The tour makes a stop at Furlongs liquor store on Water Street, en route to Market Square.
• Market Square - From the outside of Market Square, the guide will highlight the site of the Loyalist Landing in 1783, the origin of the Great Fire of Saint John, and the location of the Prince Charles and Lady Diana walkabout. Detailed history is provided. Inside Market Square, the Marco Polo sailing ship model is displayed, and its renowned history is shared.
• Saint John City Hall - At city hall, the guide shares the history of Pete’s Pub, owned by the tour guide, with stories of sports, entertainment, and 35 years of pub history.
• Saint John City Market - The guide discusses the architectural features and history of the city market, allowing extra time for shopping. It is the oldest continuously operating market in Canada.
• Charlotte Street - After departing the City Market, the guide will show large murals of notable Saint John figures on Charlotte Street, a hidden gem down an alley.
• King’s Square - The guide will point out all the main features of this park, established in 1785, including a mass of molten metal from the Great Fire, the William Young statue, the Charles Gorman statue, and the King Edward VII Bandstand.
• Irving Oil Home Office - Located across from King Square on King Square South Street, the Irving Oil Headquarters’ history is shared by the guide, starting with K.C. Irving in 1899.
• Imperial Theatre - The guide provides the history of the theatre, which began as a vaudeville theatre in 1913, and explains the chandeliers and other features.
• Admiral Beatty - The guide shares the history of the Admiral Beatty building, next to the Imperial Theatre on King Square South, which began as a luxury hotel in 1925. Notable visitors, including Amelia Earhart before her famous transatlantic flight, are mentioned.
• Trinity Church - The guide describes the features and history of the Loyalist Church, including its four main artifacts.
• Germain Street - After leaving Trinity Church, the tour continues on Germain Street, named after Lord George Germain, whose history is noted. Directly across from Trinity Church on Germain is the Union Club, a business club from 1884, with its intriguing history explored.
• Princess Street - At the intersection of Germain and Princess Streets, the tour turns right onto Princess Street to reach Prince William Street. A good example of a newer building constructed to meet preservation standards is on this corner. Next to it is the historic Ritchie building, and its features are explained by the guide.
• Prince William Street - After descending Princess to Prince William, the guide highlights the main buildings and features of this street, once known as the Wall Street of Canada. These include Chubb’s Corner with carved stone heads, old City Hall, the old post office, the Jarvis building, Bank of New Brunswick Palatine building, and the Seamen’s Mission. Directly across from the mission is the Partridge Island mural, depicting the island’s history and immigration. The guide explains immigration and quarantine at Partridge Island, especially during the Irish Potato Famine.
• Three Sisters Lamp - The tour proceeds to the Three Sisters Lamp in St. Patrick Park at the foot of Prince William Street. The guide explains the origin of the name and how the lamps saved lives.
• Marco Polo Cruise Terminal - The tour concludes at the Marco Polo cruise terminal and Area 506 Waterfront Container Village, where the guide shares the history of the cruise industry in Saint John, including its beginnings.

• Pete’s Historic Walking Tour

• Lunch

Welcome to Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada’s first city and the only one located on the Bay of Fundy, renowned for having the world’s highest tides. Begin your journey at the Area 506 Waterfront Container Village entrance, then stroll along the historic Water Street to Market Square, where you can access the city’s indoor pedway system. This route conveniently bypasses the steep incline of King Street, the steepest main street in Canada. The tour is mostly flat, with a gentle downhill section towards the end. Throughout the tour, you’ll see copies of rare photographs and learn historical facts spanning from 1783 to the present. Your expert guide will highlight numerous points of interest and hidden treasures, detailing the rich history of Saint John over the past 242 years. The tour concludes on Prince William Street, once famously known as the Wall Street of Canada.

• pet dogs welcome
• special needs cildren are free

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.