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Bellevue House National Historic Site
Experience history at Bellevue House National Historic Site; engage with many voices, reflect on the complex legacy of Sir John A. Macdonald, and join the conversation about Canada’s first prime minister. Choose from a variety of enhanced offers and guided experience.
Guided tour
Bellevue, in brief
Do you only have time for a short visit?
Join us for a brief tour that introduces you to the history of Bellevue House, a picturesque Italianate villa with meaningful connections to the life and legacy of Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald.
Details
- Duration: 20 to 30 minutes
- Walk-ins only
- Up to 30 participants
- Offered in English and French
Cost: Daily admission and Bellevue, in brief tour fee
Availability:
May 16 to September 7
- Daily, every hour starting at 10:30 am when the site is open
- The last tour is at 3:30 pm
September 8 to October 12
- Available on demand for walk-ins when the site is open
Enhance your visit
Experience the stories of Bellevue House through one of the enhanced guided programs, where history comes to life with richer interactions and engaging interpretation.
Keeping up appearances
Up for a challenge?
Participate in this “Amazing Race”-style activity as you prepare for an 1840s Victorian garden party. Experience life as a cook, a maid -of-all-work, or an upper-class lady. At the end, enjoy your own homemade garden tea and shortbread cookies.
Details
Availability:
Keeping up appearances event days will be hosted on Saturdays in July and August. There are four program slots available on each event day.
- Duration: 1 hour 45 mins
- Booking ahead is required
- Call 613-545-8666 x 208 or email bellevue.house@pc.gc.ca to book private group program
- The minimum group size is 4; the maximum group size is 20
- Offered in English and French
Cost: Daily admission and Keeping Up Appearances tour fee
Also available for school and group bookings
Unpacking Macdonald
Curious about Canada’s first prime minister and why there are diverse perspectives about his legacy?
Join the conversation about Sir John A. Macdonald’s life and legacy as you participate in thought provoking discussions that you will remember beyond your visit to Bellevue House.
Details
Availability:
May 16 to September 7: Daily at 11:00 am and 1:30 pm when the site is open
September 8 to October 12: Available on demand for walk-ins and bookings when the site is open
- Duration: 60 to 75 minutes
- Booking ahead is recommended
- Walk-ins accepted if the program has not reached capacity
- Call 613-545-8666 x208 or email bellevue.house@pc.gc.ca to reserve your spot or to book a private program for your group
- The minimum group size is 2; the maximum group size is 20
- Offered in English and French
Learn more about the sites facilities and accessibility features.
Visiting with a school group or looking to book a commercial or community group tour? Check out Bellevue House National Historic Site offers curriculum related school programs and customizable tours for any group.
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