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15 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions on Prince Edward Island

Written by Chloë Ernst and Barbara Radcliffe Rogers Updated Jul 13, 2022

The rural charms of a rolling green patchwork of farms paired with a coastline of sandy beaches and wildly eroded cliffs studded with lighthouses is a hard combination for tourists to resist. Add attractions like the home and setting for one of the most beloved characters in children's literature, a seaside national park, and a bicycling trail from one tip of the island to the other and Prince Edward Island (PEI for short) has rewarding things to do for every type of tourist.

PEI is the smallest province in Canada and one of its loveliest. A Micmac First Nations legend tells how the god Glooscap painted all the world's beautiful places, and then dipped his brush in every color and created Abegweit, his favorite island. And thanks to its position in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the island has pleasantly moderate temperatures.

Find the best places to visit and things to do with this list of the top tourist attractions on Prince Edward Island.

1. PEI National Park

2. charlottetown, 3. tour anne of green gables sights, 4. confederation centre of the arts, 5. visit lighthouses on points east coastal drive, 6. basin head provincial park, 7. go deep sea fishing, 8. confederation bridge, 9. north cape, 10. summerside, 11. st. dunstan's basilica cathedral, 12. ride or walk the confederation trail, 13. victoria-by-the-sea, 14. kayaking in the rivers and bays, 15. the bottle houses, map of tourist attractions on prince edward island.

Prince Edward Island National Park occupies much of the island's central, northern coastline. Three sections of the park offer beaches, wildlife watching, outdoor activities, historic buildings, and other attractions. Campgrounds and picnic areas cater to families and outdoor lovers.

In the park's central portion, Dalvay-by-the-Sea historic house was once a regal summer home and is now a hotel and restaurant near Brackley and Stanhope Beaches . At the eastern end of the park, beyond St. Peters Bay, the more isolated Greenwich area offers the solitude that the rest of the park lacks, with a dune-backed beach and boardwalk trails that are well suited to bird-watching for the park's 300-plus species.

The Gulf Shore Parkway follows the coast through the central section of the park, then continues on the other side of New London Bay from North Rustico to Cavendish as the Gulf Shore Parkway West. Hugging the shoreline for most of its length, the park includes two inland segments at Cavendish to accommodate Green Gables and Eagles Glenn golf courses, and the heritage site of Green Gables (see attraction 3, below).

Official site: http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/pe/pei-ipe/visit.aspx

Charlottetown has a Victorian-era charm and a surprising small-town feel. Heritage buildings, including the ornate St. Dunstan's Basilica and elegant Beaconsfield Historic House , line the city streets. The Confederation Centre of the Arts is the city's major cultural hub with an art gallery, museum, and theaters, where the Anne of Green Gables musical is performed each summer.

Across the street from the center sits Province House National Historic Site , which hosted the Charlottetown Conference in 1864 to discuss confederation. PEI didn't actually join the union until 1873.

A highlight for visitors is the pretty Victoria Row, a traffic-free street of well-kept Victorian buildings, south of the Confederation Centre of the Arts. Many of these former homes now house boutiques and restaurants. A lovely pathway fronts the harbor and leads out to Victoria Park, the location of historic fortifications at Prince Edward Battery .

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As Juliet has done with Verona, the fictional Anne of Green Gables has so captured readers' and viewers' imaginations that she has imbued the setting for her story with a magic of its own. Anne's author, Lucy Maud Montgomery, lived in Cavendish , and it became the mythical Avonlea of Anne's girlhood in her 1908 book that begins the series.

The green-roofed farmhouse, Green Gables , and surrounding land belonged to Montgomery's uncle and she visited often as a child. It is now a National Historic Site . Also in Cavendish, you can tour the grounds of Montgomery's childhood home , where there is a collection of her works for sale.

With a somewhat theme park atmosphere, Avonlea Village is a cluster of eating places and shops in replica (and a few original) buildings based on the village described in the books. The gardens are quite beautiful. In New London , you can visit Lucy Maud Montgomery's birthplace and see her personal scrapbooks with some of her stories and poems.

There's an Anne of Green Gables Museum at the Campbell Homestead in Park Corner with a collection of Montgomery memorabilia and carriage rides around her model for the Lake of Shining Waters.

Opened in 1964 as a monument to Confederation, this cultural institution houses an art gallery, museum, and two theaters. The Confederation Centre of the Arts presents the Anne of Green Gables musical each summer, part of the annual Charlottetown Festival. It's just across the street from Province House National Historic Site , the famed setting for the 1864 Charlottetown Conference, where the idea of Canada was born.

In addition to their full schedule of theatrical and musical performances, in July and August the Confederation Players conduct Walking Tours. The players, costumed as the Fathers and Ladies of Confederation, stroll down Charlottetown's historic district as they put the leaders and times of the Confederation into cultural and historical perspective.

Address: 145 Richmond Street, Charlottetown

Official site: http://www.confederationcentre.com/en/

Points East Coastal Drive explores the eastern end of the island where beautiful beaches, rare dune systems, and lighthouses mark the coastline. Along the drive, which is well marked, are six lighthouses that are open to visitors in the summer, each with its own story to tell.

Wood Islands Lighthouse , located near the ferry terminal in Wood Islands Provincial Park , has exhibits about the area's seafaring history and serves as a lookout point. Point Prim Lighthouse is the island's oldest and Panmure Island Lighthouse is PEI's oldest wooden lighthouse.

Cape Bear Lighthouse is said to be the first Canadian land station to receive the distress signals from the Titanic. Souris Historic Lighthouse has an interpretative center with history of the light and port, as well as exhibits on the formation of sea glass. At the scenic drive's end, East Point Lighthouse has an elevated vantage over mixing tidal waters.

Other sightseeing attractions along the drive vary widely. Orwell Corner Historic Village recreates a late nineteenth century setting (including a historically furnished farm, shingle mill, church, store, and community hall). Elmira Railway Museum , once the end of the line for the island railway, displays photographs and artifacts from the rail-era. The museum also features a recreated stationmaster's office and ladies' waiting room.

Official site: http://pointseastcoastaldrive.com/

This beach and provincial park on Points East Coastal Drive is an action-packed spot. Visitors delight in scuffing their feet along the sands to try and create a distinct "singing" noise, and the squeaky beach is nicknamed Singing Sands . The squeak is caused by the high amount of silica and quartz in the fine sand.

Basin Head beach stretches for miles, and its warm summer waters are perfect for swimming. Beyond the most popular area, where there are showers and picnic shelters, is plenty of beach for walking and beachcombing in solitude.

In the summer, PEI Wildlife Federation offers interpretive Beyond the Beach experiences that allow you to explore the usually unseen part of Basin Head's Marine Protected Area and the sand dunes and aquatic life of the lagoon. Also in the provincial park, Basin Head Fisheries Museum presents exhibits about Prince Edward Island's inshore fishery.

Address: 336 Basin Head Road, Route 16, Basin Head

Official site: www.basinhead.com

In nearly every harbor on PEI, you'll see fishing boats, and at several of the north shore towns, you'll find boats that specialize in taking tourists for a morning of deep sea fishing. Several of these are in the area close to the national park, in North Rustico, Kensington, and Stanley Bridge, where the most common species caught is mackerel.

The town of North Lake, at the far eastern end of the island, is known as "The Tuna Capital of the World," and you can find several charter operators that will take you in search of these in the waters between PEI and Cape Breton Island. These can weigh as much as 1,200 pounds, so expect a real challenge in landing one of these giants.

At the northern end of the island, boats in Tignish are outfitted to fish for the tuna that is also found off the North Cape.

Fishing for mackerel is a great family activity, a skill that's easy to learn at any age, and charter captains supply all the bait and equipment. Children love catching fish, and when you return to shore, you'll be sent off with your day's catch, all filleted and ready to cook on your barbecue grill. Even children who think they don't like fish can't resist those they have landed themselves.

Completed in 1997, Confederation Bridge crosses the Northumberland Strait, for the first time connecting Prince Edward Island to mainland Canada and fulfilling the promise of a permanent link made when PEI joined Confederation in 1873. Prior to the bridge, the only crossing was by ferry here or at the eastern end of the island at Wood Islands.

The 12.9-kilometer bridge is the world's longest over freezing water and considered one of Canada's top engineering accomplishments of the 20th century. Crossing the curving bridge from New Brunswick is a thrilling experience, and the first town visitors reach in PEI is Borden-Carleton, from which you get the best view of the majestic bridge.

North Cape juts upward into the Gulf of St. Lawrence like a sharp-pointed arrow, with North Cape Lighthouse at its tip. This entire western end of the island, from Cedar Dunes Provincial Park in the south to North Cape, is less visited than the rest of PEI, which gives its small towns and countryside a quiet almost undiscovered feel.

Route 2 draws an arrow-straight line through its center, but the most scenic way to explore it is along the 350-kilometer North Cape Coastal Drive , a signposted route that follows the coast from one scenic outlook and tiny village to the next. The high red sandstone cliffs have eroded into ragged shapes in places, in others dropping to small sandy beaches. Along the way are plenty of places to eat seafood, or you can take to the water in a kayak or on a deep-sea fishing excursion.

Intense winds make the blustery North Cape an ideal setting for towering turbines, turning the abundant wind into energy at one of Canada's leading wind test institutes. North Cape Interpretive Centre has exhibits that explain the process. Nature trails and the North Cape Lighthouse are near the wind farm.

Address: 21817 Route 12, North Cape

Official site: http://northcapedrive.com/

Summerside is the second largest city on Prince Edward Island. The island's western hub has a number of historic buildings, a picturesque waterfront district, and a vibrant cultural scene. In the city, the College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada presents summer outdoor concerts of Celtic music and dance, while Eptek Art & Culture Centre introduces local history and pieces from island artisans.

Delving into Prince Edward Island's past, the Acadian Museum reaches back to 1720 and the first European settlement on the island at Port La Joye. Another unique museum, the International Fox Museum and Hall of Fame , traces the history of trying to breed foxes in captivity. Its displays are housed in the Holman Homestead , the former residence of a mercantile magnate.

The soaring spires and ornate stonework of St. Dunstan's Basilica stand out from their surroundings not only for their height, but as an outstanding example of the High Victorian Gothic style more common in Quebec churches.

The contrasting brick and stone of the façade and the abundant pinnacles surrounding the spires were restored to their original appearance after a fire in 1913, only six years after its completion. The interior, however, was redesigned in a more English style than the original, which was more typical of French style.

Light colors on the walls, columns, and vaulting set off the ornate high altar and stained-glass windows. The basilica is a National Historic Site.

Address: 65 Great George Street, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

When the trains stopped running in Prince Edward Island, it opened up a new opportunity: for a 273-kilometer rolled stone dust trail that crossed the island from end to end. Side trails increase the network's total length to 435 kilometers.

The main trail runs from Tignish in the northwest to Elmira in the east. Smaller trails branch to Charlottetown, Wood Islands, Souris, Georgetown, Montague, Murray River, and the Confederation Bridge in Borden-Carleton.

The flat and well-maintained routes are open to walkers, runners, and cyclists. And as the trail was originally a rail bed, there are no steep hills and no more than a two percent grade. Bike rentals and shuttles are available. Bike excursions on the Confederation Trail are among the favorite things to do with families in PEI.

A tiny fishing village today, Victoria-by-the-Sea enchants with its waterfront fish shacks, colorful take-out stands, and small lighthouse. In the late 1800s, the scene was much busier, with three wharves supporting a steady stream of sailing ships, part of a thriving trade with Europe, the West Indies, and East Coast ports.

Steamboats brought tourists for seaside vacations. Today, a theater, chocolate shop, fishing wharf, glass and pottery studios, and Victoria Seaport Lighthouse Museum are favorite tourist attractions in the friendly community. The red sandstone cliffs along the Northumberland Strait coast are constantly eroding, which has resulted in expansive red-sand flats at low tide.

The coast of Prince Edward Island is cut by bays and tidal estuaries, and three major rivers converge at Charlottetown Harbour. Leaving right from the city, there are enough kayaking opportunities to fill several vacations. The Hillsborough River runs north for almost 50 miles into the countryside. The North River and the longer West River extend well inland, with coves and inlets to explore.

On the eastern side of the island, the Brudenell River is accessible from the Provincial Park, and the neighboring Montague River also leads into St. Mary's Bay , protected from the Atlantic by Panmure Island. The long Murray River flows for miles past islands and small inlets before arriving at the sand barrier across its mouth.

On the south coast, the Vernon River flows into Orwell Bay , and in the north, the huge Malpeque Bay — gentle, shallow waters teeming with wildlife -- is protected from the sea by a barrier island.

As you might expect in a land with so much protected water, it's easy to find an outfitter offering tours, lessons, and kayaks for rent.

More than 25,000 glass bottles form the walls and design features of the light-filled buildings known as The Bottle Houses. A quirky artist and builder, the late Édouard Arsenault used colored bottles to construct a six-gabled house, a hexagonal tavern, and a chapel furnished with pews and an altar.

All this is built from glass and cement. This ultimate recycling project began in 1980, with bottles Arsenault and his daughter Réjeanne collected from a local restaurant, community dance halls, friends, and neighbors.

Address: 6891 Route 11 Boîte 53, Cap-Egmont

Official site: http://www.bottlehouses.com

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Where to Go in Nova Scotia: Turn east from the Confederation Bridge to find more attractions in Nova Scotia , including its capital city of Halifax and the beautiful farmlands of the Annapolis Valley .

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May 25, 2024 • 8 min read

Experience a colorful slice of island life on your first visit to Prince Edward Island © Peter Unger / Getty Images

Long sandy beaches backed with red cliffs. Freshly caught lobster, oysters and clams. Toe-tapping music at lively kitchen parties or local pubs. And plenty of outdoor adventures, from cycling to kayaking to hiking. In the Gulf of St Lawrence, on Canada’s eastern shores,  Prince Edward Island  (PEI) may be the country’s smallest province, but there’s plenty to see and do.

Besides its natural setting, PEI’s other claim to fame is a series of early 20th-century novels about a feisty red-haired girl. Lucy Maud Montgomery set the Anne of Green Gables books around her PEI hometown of Cavendish, and several island attractions can tell you more about the noted author and the beloved Canadian character she created. 

You can visit Prince Edward Island as part of an Atlantic Canada road trip – the nearly 13km-long (8-mile) Confederation Bridge connects PEI to the mainland – or come for a peaceful beach escape. Bring your bathing suit and your appetite too. PEI’s nickname is “Canada’s food island.” 

Here's all you need to know to plan your first trip to Prince Edward Island.

When should I go to Prince Edward Island?

PEI shines under the summer sun, its short peak season running from late June into September. The weather is typically warm, with temperatures hovering around 20–25ºC (70–80ºF), prime time for beach-going, hiking and picnicking. With cooler mornings and evenings, the weather stays temperate into October, as the leaves take on their autumn reds and golds. Fall brings food fests too, including the  Fall Flavours Festival and the  PEI International Shellfish Festival .  

Many island businesses are seasonal, opening in May or June and closing in September or by the Canadian Thanksgiving weekend in October. Prices are typically somewhat lower in the shoulder months of May, June, September and October. Expect more rain and varied temperatures in both fall and spring, although you might have mild, sunny days too, which are good for hiking, bicycling and island exploring. 

The Atlantic hurricane season officially runs from June to November, although the worst storms have previously hit the maritime provinces in the fall. Expect snow anytime between November and April, with fierce winter winds making the temperatures feel much colder than the average ranges of -11ºC to -3ºC (11–26ºF). 

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How much time should I spend on Prince Edward Island?

If you have a long weekend, start in Charlottetown , exploring the province’s historic capital, and learn about its role as the “the birthplace of Confederation,” creating the union that would become the country of Canada. Have a drink overlooking the waterfront, then grab a bite from one of the vendors in  Founders Food Hall . Your next stop is Cavendish on the island’s north shore, where several sights tell you about the Anne of Green Gables story. Then explore the beaches of  Prince Edward Island National Park , perhaps taking a hike through the Greenwich dunes before dinner at  Dalvay by the Sea , a historic summer home turned inn. The next day, go kayaking or cycling. Dig into a traditional lobster supper, ending your trip with music in a local pub. 

To explore more of the island, plan a one-week road trip. After your time in Charlottetown, Cavendish and the national park, drive west for an Indigenous cultural experience on  Lennox Island , a Mi’kmaq community. Circle the island’s west side, sampling the spuds at the  Canadian Potato Museum , stopping for a lunchtime concert at the Stompin’ Tom Centre  and spending the night in the West Point Lighthouse . Returning to Charlottetown, stop off in the village of Victoria by the Sea for a lobster roll or freshly steamed mussels. If you have more time, continue east to Souris for a cruise on a lobster boat. 

How do I get to Prince Edward Island?

You can fly non-stop to  Charlottetown Airport (YYG) from Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa year round, and seasonally from Calgary and smaller Canadian cities. For more flight options, consider jetting into Nova Scotia’s  Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), which has non-stop flights to additional Canadian, US and European cities. It’s a three-hour drive or bus trip from Halifax airport to PEI over the Confederation Bridge.  Maritime Bus can take you to Charlottetown from Halifax airport or from other destinations in Nova Scotia and neighboring New Brunswick. 

Although PEI has no train service, Canada’s national rail carrier, Via Rail , can bring you from Montreal or Quebec City to Halifax or to Moncton, New Brunswick. From there, take the bus or rent a car to continue to the island. 

How do I get around Prince Edward Island?

In compact, walkable Charlottetown, most attractions are along the waterfront or in the historic center.  T3 Transit , the island’s public transit service, runs buses to Charlottetown Airport and around the city. T3 Transit’s rural routes provide limited service between Charlottetown and other island destinations. While services are infrequent, the fares are fantastic value – only C$2 to travel anywhere on the island – if you can align your travels with the bus schedule. 

PEI is relatively flat, making it a good destination for cyclists. Following the route of a decommissioned rail line, the  Confederation Trail runs 273km (170 miles) through the island center, and you can also cycle the Island Walk, which takes you primarily on less-busy roads. 

Top things to do on Prince Edward Island

Go to the beach.

PEI has dozens of them. Some of the best stretches of sand are along the north shore in Prince Edward Island National Park, but there are sandy beaches around the island.

Dive into a novel

Learn the story of Anne of Green Gables , one of Canada’s most beloved fictional characters, and her creator Lucy Maud Montgomery at sights like  Green Gables Heritage Place or Anne of Green Gables Museum . 

Catch your dinner with a fiddling fisherman

JJ Chaisson is a lobster fisher and musician. Along with his wife Julie, he runs  The Fiddling Fisherman , taking guests out on their family fishing boat for a lobster dinner, accompanied by music from Chaisson’s fiddle. 

Learn about Indigenous culture

Take a food, music or art workshop in the First Nations community of Lennox Island. You might learn to bake bannock – a biscuit-like bread – over an open fire, get an introduction to traditional quill work, or craft your own moose-hide drum. 

Clap along at a ceilidh

Drawing on Irish, Scottish and maritime traditions, a ceilidh (pronounced KAY-lee) is part concert and part kitchen party, blending lively fiddle music, singing, dancing and storytelling. These musical events take place in pubs, community halls and concert venues across Prince Edward Island. 

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My favorite thing to do on Prince Edward Island

My favorite thing to do on PEI is walk, following sections of the  Island Walk , a 700km (435-mile) route around the entire isle. Modeled after Spain’s Camino de Santiago (though without a pilgrimage history), the Island Walk has 32 sections of 20–25km (12–15 miles) each, which take you along PEI’s sandy beaches and into its forests, above its red cliffs and through its small towns. You can walk for a day, a week, or more, listening to the splash of the surf, the chirps of the birds and the quiet sounds of island life. 

If you’d like help planning an extended walk, contact  Go for a Walk: Island Walk Coordination Service and  Outer Limit Sports , local outfits who can organize a walking itinerary, provide luggage transfer services and arrange accommodations. You can cycle the Island Walk, too. MacQueen’s Bike Shop  in Charlottetown rents bicycles and provides trip-planning services for cyclists.

How much money do I need for Prince Edward Island?

While PEI isn’t as pricey as major Canadian cities like Vancouver or Toronto, it’s not inexpensive either, especially during the summer high season. The island has only a few budget lodgings, with dorm beds starting at C$50 and basic doubles around C$120. Many traditional inns and B&Bs fall into the midrange, beginning around C$150 per night. If you’re watching your loonies, consider a cottage or motel room with a kitchen where you can prepare some of your own meals. 

Take public transit if you can. T3 Transit fares for adults are only C$2 a ride, whether you’re traveling within the capital or across the island, and kids ride free. Neither Uber nor Lyft currently operate on PEI, but  Kari , a local rideshare company, provides service, primarily in the Charlottetown area. Depending on the season, car rentals in Charlottetown range from C$50 to over C$100 per day. 

Some sample food and drink prices around PEI:

• Coffee: C$3–4
• Craft beer in an island taproom: C$8–10
• Pound of PEI mussels: C$14–18
• Lobster roll: C$27 and up
• Traditional lobster supper:  C$50–60 per person 

Wear the lobster bib 

Many seafood restaurants give you a bib to wear if you’ve ordered a whole lobster. Don’t be shy – tie it on to protect your clothes. Eating a lobster can be a messy business. 

Pack layers and rain gear   

While the weather is generally temperate from spring through fall, it can get breezy and cool by the shore or in the evening and it can rain at any time. Keep a light jacket or sweater in your day pack. PEI winters are cold, damp and often snowy. Not only do you need warm jackets, hats, gloves and boots, but be prepared for winter travel conditions, including snow-covered roads and high winds. 

It’s colder on the water 

If you’re heading out on a lobster boat or other cruise, remember that it’s chillier on the water, even in summer. Bring a jacket or clothes you can layer.   

“Ask an Islander” 

If you want to know more about Prince Edward Island or have a question while planning your trip, “Ask an Islander.” On the website of  Tourism PEI , the provincial tourism organization, you can post a question and a local resident will answer your query.

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Canada's littlest province brings big attractions to the table, from the setting of a global best-seller to one of the world's longest bridges.

Confederation Centre of the Arts

It was in Charlottetown, PEI in 1864, that a small group of elected officials gathered. This historic event led to the founding of Canada. That important moment in time is memorialized and honored in the Confederation Centre of the Arts External Link Title , which puts the best of Canadian artistic talent on display. Covering a full city block, the center comprises an art gallery and five theaters, so visual and performing arts both have a permanent place in those walls. Enjoy an authentic PEI experience and watch Anne of Green Gables - The Musical TM  as part of the Charlottetown Festival. The art gallery, meanwhile, hosts traveling exhibits in addition to a permanent collection that includes the best Canadian works in traditional arts forms, photography, digital media, installations and more.

Green Gables Heritage Place

When you bring up PEI, for millions of people around the world the first thing that comes to mind is Anne of Green Gables. If you want to really experience this province, a stop at the Green Gables Heritage Place External Link Title  is a must. For fans of the story, this is the house where it all began, the house that inspired the setting for L.M. Montgomery's novels. Walk through the rooms of the Victorian home, restored to the period of the late 1800s, and picture yourself as the red-headed girl. Experience farm life in the barn, granary and woodshed. Stroll the 'Haunted Woods' and 'Balsam Hollow' trails described in the book. And if you haven't read the book, the Green Gables Heritage House still provides a unique look back at an historic period on this beautiful island.

Prince Edward Island National Park

What's an island vacation without a little swimming? The 37-mile Prince Edward Island National Park External Link Title captures the beautiful north shore of the province, including the many picturesque white and red-sand beaches. And you may need to take a dip after spending the day hiking, cycling, golfing, or geocaching! If you can't manage to do everything in one day, you can always pitch your tent, relax by a campfire, and set off for round two in the morning.

Greenwich, PEI National Park

St. Peter's, Greenwich External Link Title , is home to an extensive and fragile dune system -- a delicate ecosystem that is extremely uncommon in North America. An extensive trail system and a floating boardwalk allow you to explore some of the 900-acres of dunes at your own pace. Then, take some time to relax on Greenwich's soft sand beaches, or pay a visit to the Greenwich Interpretation Centre, which features 20 interactive and multimedia exhibits about the region, and the 10,000 years of history that shaped it.

Confederation Trail

If you think your local bike path is cool, just wait until you visit the Confederation Trail External Link Title . This 270-mile walking, cycling and snowmobile trail is a former railroad route that runs from one tip of Prince Edward Island to the other. Confederation Trail is essential exploring for anyone who loves the outdoors. Cyclists flock to the trail every year, and there are a number of local guides and tours which ensure you're as comfortable as can be on two wheels. Regardless of how you're traveling the trail, over 1,900 geocaching sites are located along the route, making for a fun challenge if you're in the mood to explore. The trail also touches a number of waterfront communities, so you can hop off, have a meal, live like the locals do, and climb back on your bike. Ditch the car and experience PEI in a different way.

Victoria Row

Victoria Row is a popular shopping destination in downtown Charlottetown External Link Title . Historic Victorian buildings line the cobblestone road, which is blocked to cars in the summer, making it a hub of pedestrians hoisting both shopping bags and doggy bags. Restaurants open their patios so diners can enjoy the great weather while listening to the many musicians who set up along the street. A multitude of shops and boutiques provide you with a huge variety of locally-produced wares, whether you're in the market for a souvenir or just in the mood to browse.

Basin Head Provincial Park

One of the best beaches in Canada is located in Basin Head Provincial Park External Link Title . What's not to like about a nine-mile white sand beach whose waters are actually quite warm in the summer? The beach is often dubbed the "singing sands," because the fine sand squeaks as your feet press into it. Locals here love to jump off a small bridge into a small water channel that divides the beach, so keep an eye out. After a day on the beach, visit the Basin Head Fisheries Museum for a look back in time at the history of local fisheries. Before beachgoers dominated the area, fisherman would haul their catch right off the shores here.

West Point Lighthouse

If you're bored with hotel rooms, The West Point Lighthouse External Link Title is an active lighthouse and inn that definitely provides a unique setting in which to rest your head. Located on a beach behind sand dunes, the almost 70-foot-high lighthouse was built in 1875 and stands out for its great 'zebra' paint job and square structure. In the early 20th century, the lighthouse helped guide ships and airplanes through winter storms. Now, its tower and keeper's quarters provide interesting sleeping arrangements and unrivaled views of the Northumberland Strait to lucky visitors.

Confederation Bridge

The eight-mile Confederation Bridge External Link Title is an absolute feat of engineering, and is the longest bridge in the world that spans ice-covered waters. Locally known as the 'Fixed Link,' the curved bridge connects Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick and the rest of Canada, allowing visitors to drive to the Island rather than forcing them onto ferries. If you're not traveling by car, a shuttle takes passengers and cyclists across the bridge 24/7.

The Links at Crowbush Cove

If you're a golfer, the Links at Crowbush Cove External Link Title is a beautiful golf course overlooking the north shore of PEI. The course has earned high praise from those in the know. It was named one of the top two in Canada for value by SCORE Golf Magazine and was given a five-star rating from Golf Digest. It's not hard to see why. The beautiful setting combines with a challenging but enjoyable course comprising nine water holes and eight dunes holes. Golf icons like John Daly and Mike Weir have played the course; now it's your turn.

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Prince edward island national park.

Located on Prince Edward Island’s north shore, PEI National Park is easily accessible by car and only 24 kilometres from the provincial capital of Charlottetown. The park is divided into three regions (Cavendish-North Rustico, Brackley-Dalvay, and Greenwich), which are separated by bays and not directly connected by highways.  

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Prince Edward Island National Park extends 40 kilometres along the island’s north coast from Cavendish to North Rustico and from Brackley to Dalvay, and includes 6 kilometres along the Greenwich peninsula.

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It may be canada’s smallest province, but p.e.i. punches well above its weight with charming towns, a historic capital city, a sprawling national park, and lots and lots of lobster..

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Dine oceanside at the Blue Mussel Café in North Rustico.

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Tip to tip, Prince Edward Island is only 140 miles long. And its population—just over 165,000 as of 2021—is less than that of a small city. But Canada’s smallest province packs a big punch, offering gorgeous scenery, rich natural resources, and outsized personality.

During the summer, visitors from around the world flood P.E.I., lured by the island’s delicious food scene, sparkling harbors, and stories in Anne of Green Gables , which was set in the fictional town of Avonlea. The high season runs from July through September, and even though it’s when the island is busiest, summer’s the top time to visit. Read on for some of the best things to see and do on Prince Edward Island.

Tour several charming small towns

Because P.E.I. is so compact, you could easily visit a handful of its enchanting small towns in a day. Some of our favorites include Victoria-by-the-Sea , a historic South Shore fishing village populated by artists and creatives; northeastern Souris with its jewel-like harbor, traditional lighthouse, and popular beach; and Murray River , which has only 304 residents but includes a winery , an indie craft store , and beloved all-day breakfast spot, the Home Plate .

Called “the Crick” by locals, North Rustico abuts Prince Edward Island National Park . Head to the Crick to dine with a view of the ocean at harbor restaurants like On the Dock Eatery and Blue Mussel Café . Further inland, Kensington , the self-proclaimed “heart of the island,” is home to the railway station made famous in the 1985 film version of Anne of Green Gables . Tour the station, a National Historic Site, then indulge your sweet tooth at Frosty Treat Dairy Bar , featuring deep-fried Mars bars and bacon sundaes. End the day in laid-back Alberton , where you’ll find the Museum and Genealogy Centre , a busy marina, a bakery , and a local pub .

Eat well with locals at a lobster supper

Don your bib, grab your crackers, squeeze in next to strangers, and dig in at one of P.E.I.’s most time-honored traditions, the lobster supper. These community dinners started as a way to celebrate the island’s lobster fishermen, who now number more than 1,200. These days, the dinners are more commercialized, often taking place at restaurants, but they’re still a great way to experience local life. Among the most highly rated are the New Glasgow Lobster Suppers , serving since 1958; the Fisherman’s Wharf Lobster Supper in North Rustico, with a 60-foot salad bar and all-you-can-eat mussels; and the Cardigan Lobster Suppers , in a heritage building on the water. Keep an eye out for flyers advertising lobster dinners and fundraisers at local churches; the events are aimed at residents, but travelers are always welcome.

Find culture in the capital

Slaymaker & Nichols is a stylish spot for dinner in Charlottetown.

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For a city of 36,000 people, Charlottetown —Canada’s smallest provincial capital—offers a surprising amount of things to do. The Confederation Centre for the Arts showcases exciting work by Canadian artists, while cobblestoned Victoria Row and its beautifully preserved buildings house hip hangouts like Receiver Coffee Company and local favorites like John Brown Richmond Street Grille . There’s also St. Dunstan’s Basilica , a French Gothic cathedral with towering spires. If you visit from June to October, you can check out the Charlottetown Festival , a celebration of local theater with shows like Anne of Green Gables–The Musical (performed here every summer since 1965). When hunger strikes, head to Slaymaker & Nichols for eclectic fare from mulligatawny soup to “I Just Won a Tony” rigatoni.

Stroll the street where Canada was born

One of just two streets in Canada designated a National Historic District, Charlottetown’s Great George Street played a starring role in Confederation, how the British North American colonies joined to form the Dominion of Canada in 1867. On this street, in the historic Province House, the colonies met to negotiate terms and create Canada’s constitution. While it sounds hokey, a walking tour of the area with Charlottetown’s Confederation Players is a must. Costumed actors reenact the founding of modern-day Canada while showing you around Great George Street’s meticulously preserved buildings.

Explore the island’s only national park

The Greenwich Peninsula in P.E.I. National Park is home to striking dunes and beaches.

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P.E.I.’s one national park is spectacular. Clocking in at 10 square miles, Prince Edward Island National Park is best known for its seven beaches, as well as attractions like the Skmaqn–Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National Historic Site , which commemorates the first permanent European settlement on the island and consists of an 18th-century fort, settler’s house, visitor center, and memorable views of the Charlottetown harbor. Also worth exploring is Green Gables Heritage Place , home to the original farmstead and woodland pathways that inspired author Lucy Maud Montgomery, and the Greenwich Peninsula , added to the park in 1998 and rich with rare plants, magical dunes, and white-sand beaches.

Get hooked on deep-sea fishing

Families love the friendly, patient captains at Aiden’s Deep Sea Fishing Trips.

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Especially if your regular catch is canned tuna, deep-sea fishing off the P.E.I. coast makes a memorable adventure. The waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and Northumberland Strait typically yield mackerel and bluefin tuna, ensuring a delicious haul. From July through September, you’ll find fishing charters operating out of the many ports along the island’s edges, each with its own character. Tranquility Cove Adventures lets you grill your catch right on board, while Joey’s Deep Sea Fishing offers a “Lobster Fish and Feast” excursion that includes a guided tour of oyster beds and lobster traps, followed by a lobster dinner back on shore. Families that want to fish together should check out Aiden’s Deep Sea Fishing Trips , a favorite for its friendly, patient captains and small-group charters.

Discover P.E.I.’s unusual museums

Learn all about spuds at the Canadian Potato Museum.

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The 38 nonprofit museums on Prince Edward Island include ones devoted to fisheries, railways, and shipbuilding. While some border on kitsch, most will win you over with their earnest celebrations of the province’s history, culture, and industry.

You’ll know you’ve reached the Canadian Potato Museum in O’Leary by the 14-foot fiberglass tuber displayed on the front lawn. Inside, you can learn all about how potatoes are a billion-dollar annual crop on P.E.I. (locals even call themselves “spudheads”) while touring antique farming equipment and reconstructed farm buildings from the 19th century.

Across the island—just 30 minutes by car—Tyne Valley’s PEI Shellfish Museum details the important history of the shellfish industry in the province. Located in a former oyster research facility, the museum houses aquariums with live native fish, artifacts used to identify different species of shellfish, and displays on the history of oyster cultivation.

Cross the world’s longest bridge—over ice

Measuring eight miles end to end, the Confederation Bridge is the longest span in the world over frozen water—a spectacular feat of engineering worth crossing on your way to New Brunswick. On the other side, your reward is the Cape Jourimain National Wildlife Area , a pair of islands that features marshes, wetlands, beaches, uplands, more than 170 species of native and migratory birds, and spectacular views of P.E.I. A boardwalk, several trails, and a nature center mean you can spend all day here exploring. Tip: You can drive across the bridge, but the toll starts at $50.25 (tolls are based on a vehicle’s axle count and charged only when leaving P.E.I.); the cheaper—and smarter—option is to take the 24/7 shuttle to the park for $4.75 per pedestrian.

Where to stay on Prince Edward Island

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The nine-room Hillhurst Inn is one of four historic homes that make up the upscale-cozy Fairholm Boutique Inns group in a perfect downtown Charlottetown location.

How to get to Prince Edward Island

Air Canada offers connecting flights to Charlottetown through Montreal or Toronto starting at about $375. Northumberland Ferries offers service from Caribou, Nova Scotia, to Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island, about 31 miles southwest of Charlottetown.

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Planning a Trip in Prince Edward Island

PEI is, by far, Canada's smallest province -- it's only about 193km (120 miles) long from tip to tip, which is amazing -- and that keeps your transit down to a minimum. With one or two smart bases, you can easily explore the whole thing in a week. However, traffic on island roads -- slowed by farm tractors, shutterbugs, cows, the elderly, leisurely drivers, terrain, and odd twists and turns along the route -- tends to be quite a bit slower than you'd expect. So don't count on the sort of speedy travel you can enjoy on a fast Nova Scotia two-lane. Just kick back and enjoy the scenery; you'll get there. Eventually.

In recent years, a number of PEI hotels and attractions have banded together to market a ton of different vacation packages that offer discounts ranging from moderate to generous. There are some good values hidden in there. Call the provincial tourism office at tel. 800/463-4734 or 902/368-4444 to discuss or receive information about these island packages.

Visitor Information

Tourism PEI publishes a comprehensive free visitor's guide to island attractions and lodgings that's well worth picking up. It is available at all information centers on the island, or in advance by calling tel. 800/463-4734 or 902/368-4444. The official PEI website is located at www.gentleisland.com .

PEI's splashy main information center is in something called Gateway Village (tel. 902/437-8570 ), just as you arrive on the island via the Confederation Bridge. It's a good spot for gathering brochures and asking last-minute questions. There's also a well-laid-out interpretive center featuring exhibits on island history and culture. The Gateway -- which also features a number of retail shops selling island products -- is a little odd, however. Its own promoters say the Village portrays a "turn-of-the-century PEI streetscape encompassing an exposition pavilion, food and retail services, liquor store, visitor information center, and the Festivals at Gateway." (Huh?)

Yes, you can stop here for brochures and maps, grab a snack and a break, and take a quick walk through the interpretive center. But push onward -- this island's got a lot to offer. Why spend any more time than you need to at a tourist kiosk? 

When to Go -- PEI's peak tourism season is brief, running 6 or 7 weeks from early July through late August. Many attractions don't fully open until July, and a few close up shop before August is even done.

Tourism officials and entrepreneurs are trying to convince shops and attractions to maintain longer seasons and opening hours (especially during the shoulder seasons), but they still have a ways to go. If you plan to visit in June or September (and those can be lovely times to come), expect to be disappointed by some restaurants and attractions being closed. My advice? Check the listings in this book carefully for restaurant, hotel, and attraction opening seasons. And definitely think about basing yourself in Charlottetown for awhile if you'll be making a shoulder-season visit -- the capital city's restaurants mostly keep year-round hours (thanks to the presence of legislators).

Getting There

If you're coming by car, as the vast majority do, you'll either arrive by ferry or drive onto the island via the big Confederation Bridge (tel. 888/437-6565 or 902/437-7300), which opened with great fanfare in 1997. (On the island, you'll also sometimes hear this bridge referred to as the "fixed link," a reference to the guarantee Canada made back in 1873 to provide a permanent link from the mainland. These people have long memories!) Whatever you call it, though, the dramatic 13km (8-mile) bridge is open 24 hours a day and takes 10 to 12 minutes to cross. Unless you're high up in a van, a truck, or an RV, however, your views are mostly obstructed by the concrete barriers that form the guardrails along both sides.

The round-trip bridge toll as of 2009 was C$43 round-trip for passenger cars (more for vehicles with more than two axles); the toll is collected when you leave the island, not when you enter it. (If you drive on in a rental car and fly off, you escape the toll altogether.) Credit cards are accepted at the bridge plaza.

Cyclists and backpackers can also cross the bridge, but not on the road; instead, they must use the bridge's shuttle van, which charges C$4 per pedestrian or C$8 per cyclist with a cycle.

Even if you didn't bring wheels to Canada or rent any after arriving there, you can get here via several long-distance van services. PEI Express Shuttle (tel. 877/877-1771; www.peishuttle.com), one of them, runs one van daily each way between Halifax, Halifax's airport, and Charlottetown. The ride takes about 5 hours from downtown Halifax (about 4 hr. from the airport) and costs C$60 one-way for adults, C$55 for students and seniors, C$45 for children under age 12. (There's an additional C$5 surcharge if you're picked up at or dropped off from Halifax airport, and a C$5 fuel surcharge during certain high-gas-price times.)

By Ferry -- For those arriving from Cape Breton Island or other points east, Northumberland Ferries Limited (tel. 888/249-7245; www.nfl-bay.com) provides seasonal service between Caribou, Nova Scotia (just north of Pictou) and Woods Island, PEI. Ferries with a 250-car capacity run from May to mid-December. During peak season (June to mid-Oct), ferries depart each port approximately every 90 minutes throughout the day, with the last ferry departing as late as 8pm or 9:30pm in mid-summer depending on which direction you are traveling. The crossing takes about 75 minutes.

No reservations are accepted, except for buses; thus, it's best to arrive at least an hour before departure to boost your odds of securing a berth on the next boat. Early-morning ferries tend to be less crowded. Fares are C$63 for a regular-size car (more for campers and RVs), plus C$16 per person (C$14 for seniors, free for kids under age 12). There's a small fuel surcharge, as well, and major credit cards are honored.

Note that this round-trip fare is only collected going off the island. If you take the ferry onto the island and drive off, you pay the cheaper bridge toll only; drive on and take the ferry off, and you pay the higher ferry toll only.

By Air -- The island's main airport, Charlottetown Airport (call sign YYG; www.flypei.com), is a few miles north of the city. In summer, you can get here easily from either the U.S. or Canada.

Air Canada (tel. 888/247-2262; www.aircanada.com) commuter flights from Halifax take just a half-hour, and the airline also flies daily to Toronto and Montréal. Calgary-based WestJet (tel. 888/937-8538; www.westjet.com) also connects Charlottetown with Toronto.

Delta (tel. 800/221-1212; www.delta.com) runs direct weekend summertime service from Boston's Logan and New York's JFK airports. Northwest (tel. 800/447-4747; www.nwa.com) predated Delta, and has flown to the island from Detroit in summer for several years.

A taxi ride into Charlottetown from the airport costs a flat fee of C$12 for the first passenger, plus C$3 each for additional passengers; two strangers can even share a single cab into town for a city-mandated fare of C$9 each. (Cabs also run to other parts of the island, for higher flat fares.) There are also limousine firms and several chain auto-rental outfits in the terminal.

Note : This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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The Ultimate Guide to PEI for Fans of Anne of Green Gables: 22 Things to See and Do

Canada , Prince Edward Island / January 18, 2019 by Lisa Goodmurphy / 2 Comments

I first read Lucy Maud Montgomery’s novel Anne of Green Gables when I was 11 or 12 years old and dreamed of someday visiting the land where Anne’s adventures took place. That dream finally came true about 20 years later on our first family trip to Prince Edward Island and I felt as if I had stepped into the pages of the book and the fictional world of Avonlea.

In the years since, we have visited the island a total of 10 times and my daughters have grown up as fans of Anne of Green Gables. As a result, we have visited nearly all of the “ Anne of Green Gables ” locations on the island that have a connection to either L.M. Montgomery herself or her most famous fictional character. 

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Lucy Maud Montgomery was born in what is now New London, Prince Edward Island in 1874 and was raised by her maternal grandparents after her mother’s death when she was 21 months old. Her classic novel about a spunky redheaded orphan who finds a home and a family in Avonlea was first published in 1908. The book was an immediate success and launched Montgomery’s career as an author.

She went on to publish a total of 20 novels including several sequels to Anne of Green Gables as well as many short stories, poems and essays – almost entirely set on Prince Edward Island. The book was so popular that Canada’s smallest province saw a huge boost in tourism as fans of Anne of Green Gables travelled to the island to see Anne’s Land for themselves. That popularity continues today and thousands of tourists make the trip to PEI each year to visit the many Anne-related attractions around the island.

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Here are 22 things for fans of Anne of Green Gables to see and do on a trip to Prince Edward Island including sites that were relevant in Montgomery’s real life and attractions connected to the fictional world of Avonlea that she created as well as some filming locations from movies and television. I have personally done and can recommend everything on this list!

Anne of Green Gables – Cavendish Region

There are a number of attractions located in Cavendish which is the region of Prince Edward Island that was home to Lucy Maud Montgomery and where Anne Shirley’s fictional village of Avonlea would have been located.

1. Visit Anne’s Green Gables Home

Green Gables Heritage Place (also known as the Anne of Green Gables house) should be at the top of the list for any fan of Anne of Green Gables visiting PEI. The green-cabled farmhouse which inspired Montgomery to pen the Anne novels was owned by relatives of the author and is now part of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Cavendish National Historic Site operated by Parks Canada.

Visitors to the site can take a self-guided tour of the farmhouse which has been restored and furnished with authentic pieces from the time period and feel like they are walking through the rooms occupied by Anne and the Cuthberts.

There are also a number of interpretive programs on site which will immerse visitors of all ages into the world of Anne of Green Gables. In addition, families will enjoy finding the 4 geocaches hidden on the site and children aged 6-11 will also enjoy exploring the site using the Parks Canada Xplorers activity booklet.

The Green Gables Visitor Centre which opened in 2019 has an exhibit hall featuring exhibits related to L.M. Montgomery’s life and her writings as well as a gift shop that sells all manner of Anne souvenirs.

8619 Cavendish Road – Route 6, Cavendish, PEI . Open May to September. Free admission for youth 17 and under. Admission fees for adults vary by season.

2. Walk the Trails from Anne’s Stories

The designated Cavendish National Historic Site also includes two trails which will be familiar to readers of the Anne series and can be explored as part of the admission to Green Gables Heritage Place . The Balsam Hollow Trail which is an easy walk of less than 1 kilometre begins with Lover’s Lane and wanders through woodlands and follows a brook.

There is also an easy trail of less than 1 kilometre through the wooded area which served as the inspiration for Montgomery’s descriptions of The Haunted Wood in Anne of Green Gables . The Haunted Wood Trail passes near the Cavendish Cemetery and connects to the Site of L.M. Montgomery’s Cavendish Home. There is signage along the trail which highlights passages from the books and the sources of Montgomery’s inspiration.

Meet Anne of Green Gables

Do you want to meet the island’s famous redhead in person? The best place to do that is at Green Gables Heritage Place where the interpretive programs scheduled daily provide several opportunities to meet Anne Shirley. Kids (and adults too!) will love playing games and engaging in other activities with Anne and other characters from the stories. Be sure to check the schedule when you arrive at Green Gables so that you don’t miss out on any of the fun!

Available programming may vary depending on COVID-19 precautions.

4. Visit Avonlea Village

Avonlea Village is a recreation of the fictional 19th century island village based on Cavendish that Lucy Maud Montgomery created in the Anne of Green Gables books. The village includes several heritage buildings as well as new construction designed to fit the time period.

At one time, Avonlea Village had a full slate of daily Anne of Green Gables themed activities and actors playing the characters interacted with visitors to the village. This changed in 2015, however, and the village now exists as a showcase for island food and shopping.

There is no longer an admission charge so it’s still worth visiting to see the buildings and browse the shops or grab a bite to eat – Moo Moo Grilled Cheese and Dave’s Lobster are favourites with my family and I love Samuel’s Coffee House for my morning latte. 

Route 6 Cavendish – Open seasonally.

5. L.M. Montgomery Exhibit (Green Gables Post Office in Cavendish)

A small exhibit relating to Anne of Green Gables titled Yours Sincerely, Lucy Maud Montgomery produced by the Canadian Museum of History in collaboration with Canada Post is housed at the Green Gables Post Office in Cavendish. 

The exhibit illustrates how Lucy Maud Montgomery worked as an assistant postmaster while writing her novel and how this helped her to get her manuscript sent out and published. Canadian postage stamps commemorating the author and her most famous work are also available at this working post office.   

8555 Cavendish Road – Route 6

6. Resting Place of Lucy Maud Montgomery

Those who wish to pay their respects to Montgomery who died in 1942 can find her grave in the Cavendish Cemetery where she is buried alongside her husband, the Reverend Ewen Macdonald. 

Intersection of Routes 13 and 6, Cavendish

7. Lucy Maud Montgomery Birthplace

The author was born in this small cottage in New London on November 30, 1874 and lived here until the death of her mother when she was only 21 months old. A volunteer foundation operates the Lucy Maud Montgomery Birthplace site with items associated with the author on display such as a replica of her wedding dress and some of her original scrapbooks from her years as a student as well as when she was a teacher and a writer. 

Intersection of Route 6 and Route 20, New London. Open seasonally – 7 days a week, 9 – 5. 

8. Site of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Cavendish Home

The Site of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Cavendish Home is the farmland belonging to Montgomery’s maternal grandparents (Alexander and Lucy Macneill) where she lived from the time that her mother died when she was a small child in 1876 until her marriage to Rev. Ewen Macdonald in 1911.

The farm was passed down through generations of Macneills and today the family continues to maintain the site which is part of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Cavendish National Historic Site of Canada.

The site consists of the ruins of the house and farm buildings that existed in Montgomery’s time, as well as the wooded groves and pathways described in her stories. There are also placards around the site with quotes and pictures that are intended to help the visitor understand Montgomery and the time that she spent living here. There is also a bookstore/museum on the premises.

Route 6. Open seasonally.

9. Visit the Lucy Maud Montgomery Statue

One of the newest “Anne” attractions on Prince Edward Island is the life-sized Lucy Maud Montgomery statue which was installed in Montgomery Park (formerly known as Cavendish Heritage Park) in 2019. The statue was a collaboration between an artist in PEI who provided the sketched design and a sculptor from British Columbia who cast the image in bronze.

Montgomery Park is also the starting point for the L.M. Montgomery Literary Tour which can be completed in person or virtually. There are 16 designated locations related to L.M. Montgomery on the tour and commemorative plaques that provide information about the author and her works.

Route 13, Cavendish

10. Walk in PEI National Park

Prince Edward Island National Park may not be an Anne attraction per se but take a walk on the sandy shores alongside the red cliffs and you will understand why Montgomery loved her island home so much and why her character Anne was so taken by the beauty of her new home. 

Anne of Green Gables – Charlottetown

Enjoy these Anne experiences while in the province’s capital city – Charlottetown.

11. Anne of Green Gables – The Musical

Anne of Green Gables – The Musical TM had been playing at the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown each summer since 1965 making it the world’s “longest running annual music theatre production” according to the Guinness Book of World Records. This run was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, however, the production returned to the stage at the Confederation Centre in 2022. The musical will not be performed in 2023 but will return in 2024 to coincide with the 150th birthday of Lucy Maud Montgomery and will be performed every two years thereafter.

Despite loving both theatre and Anne, we had to give it a miss on our first visit to PEI as my older daughter, Katie, was a young toddler. The following summer we decided to attend even though she was not quite 3 years old and she loved it!

This was the first major musical that she saw and I like to think that it inspired her love of theatre. We have seen the family-friendly musical every time that we have been to PEI since and I recommend it to everyone – whether you have read the books or not.

145 Richmond Street, Charlottetown

12. Anne & Gilbert, The Musical

Anne & Gilbert, The Musical , launched in 2005, is a charming sequel of sorts to the original musical which covers the romantic relationship between Anne and her childhood sweetheart, Gilbert Blythe, as young adults. We had the pleasure of attending a performance at The Guild while in Charlottetown on a couple of recent visits to the island and I daresay that I loved it even more than the original Anne musical. 

Anne & Gilbert will be on stage summer 2023 (May 31 – October 5) at the Florence Simmons Performance Hall, 140 Weymouth Street, Charlottetown.

13. Find the Perfect Souvenir at The Anne of Green Gables Store

There are Anne souvenirs available in shops all over the island but the best selection in one place is at The Anne of Green Gables Store which has locations in Charlottetown and Cavendish. Books, dolls, DVDs, and gifts of all sorts – you can buy anything Anne themed that you want here including a straw hat with braids so you can dress up like Anne at home!

72 Queen St., Charlottetown – hours vary. Cavendish location on Route 6 open seasonally. Online shopping is also available.

Anne of Green Gables – Elsewhere on the Island

While Cavendish is known as Anne’s Land , there are Anne related things to see and do elsewhere on Prince Edward Island as well.

14. Visit Bideford Parsonage Museum

The Bideford Parsonage Museum , a provincially registered historic home on the North Cape Coastal Drive , was once the residence of Lucy Maud Montgomery. Today the building houses a museum that is open seasonally.

Visitors can see the room where Montgomery was inspired to write and browse the museum’s growing collection of artifacts. The museum also hosts a weekly lecture series and ceilidh as well as an annual strawberry social (check the website for details). 

784 Bideford Rd, Route 166, Bideford. Open seasonally.

15. Anne of Green Gables Museum

The Anne of Green Gables Museum in Park Corner is located on the farm that has been in the Campbell family since 1776. Lucy Maud Montgomery referred to the home built here by her Uncle John and Aunt Annie Campbell as the “wonder castle of my childhood” and it appears in her work as Silver Bush.

This is one of the places where Montgomery gained inspiration for her novels and it’s the setting for Anne’s Lake of Shining Waters. Montgomery was married in the parlour on the Campbell homestead and today couples can arrange to have their own wedding on the property.

There are many items on display in the museum including the enchanted bookcase described by Anne in the first book. In addition to the museum there are beautiful flower gardens on the property, a gift shop, and a playground for children.

4542 Route 20, Park Corner . Open seasonally and by appointment during the off-season.

16. Matthew’s Carriage Ride

While visiting the Anne of Green Gables Museum in Park Corner, be sure to take the time to enjoy Matthew’s Carriage Ride with “Matthew” as your guide and driver. Carriage rides go around the museum property to view the Lake of Shining Waters as well as the beautiful gardens and through the countryside. Both half hour and one hour carriage rides are available in a carriage that can seat up to 4 people.

4542 Route 20, Park Corner . Open seasonally.

17. Visit Dalvay by the Sea

Dalvay by the Sea , located within Prince Edward Island National Park, is an elegant inn built in 1895 that has been operated as a country resort since the 1930s and is now a National Historic Site of Canada. Anne fans may recognize Dalvay by the Sea as the fictional White Sands Hotel from the Anne of Green Gables  movies and from the television show  Road to Avonlea .

We have a family tradition of dining here on our last night on the island and every meal that we have had has been memorable – both for the setting and the cuisine. Dalvay by the Sea has also long been one of my bucket list hotels in Canada and I finally had the opportunity to stay on a couples getaway in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island last fall. It was as lovely as I had hoped!

16 Cottage Crescent, Dalvay . Open seasonally May to October.

18. Drink Raspberry Cordial

One of the most memorable events in Anne of Green Gables is the tea party when Anne serves “raspberry cordial” to her friend, Diana Barry, only to discover after Diana becomes intoxicated that she had mixed up the cordial with the currant wine. While on the island, you can try the delicious bottled version of raspberry cordial with no worries about experiencing the same result as poor Diana. 

19. Dress Up as Anne

You don’t have to be a kid to dress up like Anne of Green Gables at Shop & Play (formerly Cavendish Figurines) in Gateway Village at the foot of the Confederation Bridge in Borden-Carleton. Male, female, young, old – everyone likes to dress up as Anne and they have a wall of photos to prove it! There’s a small fee to dress-up and then you can take as many photos as you want using your own camera.

Open seasonally.

20. Take a Photo with the Spirit of Anne Statue

While at Gateway Village in Borden-Carleton, you must also take a photo with the popular Spirit of Anne statue which is outside Shop & Play (formerly known as Cavendish Figurines). 

21. Kensington Train Station

This historic train station which has been restored and now houses a pub was seen in the film version of Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables and makes a great photo op for Anne fans! While in Kensington, be sure to pop in to the charming Willow Bakery & Cafe (just across the tracks from the train station) for a coffee and delicious, home-baked goodies.

62 Broadway Street (Route 20), Kensington

22. Eat Ice Cream

“Ice cream, is anything more delectable than ice cream…” (from Anne of Green Gables – The Musical TM ) Anne loved ice cream so it would just be wrong to visit her beloved island and not sample some of the best ice cream you will ever taste at COWS Ice Cream .

COWS began making ice cream in 1983 using all natural ingredients, and a recipe dating back to the days of Anne of Green Gables, and continues to use the same old-fashioned ingredients today. In addition to the delicious ice cream, COWS also makes whimsical clothing and other items featuring cow themed parodies.

Island locations for COWS include Charlottetown, Cavendish and Gateway Village .

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Nell (Pigeon Pair and Me)

January 23, 2019 at 4:51 am

I’ve wanted to visit Prince Edward Island ever since I was young. I hadn’t realised there was such an Anne industry there. Helping keep the stories alive for new generations!

Lisa Goodmurphy

March 25, 2019 at 9:26 am

Hi Candace,

We didn’t follow a set itinerary. We have visited PEI many times so didn’t do all of these things on one visit – that would be too much unless you’re a SUPER fan of Anne! It would be relatively easy to do all of the places in the Cavendish Region on one trip as they are all fairly close together but the ones that are in other parts of the island are a bigger time commitment.

Let me know if you have any more questions.

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P.E.I. National Park opens for 2024 with new trails, new playgrounds and a new accessible boardwalk

Repairs and cleanup after post-tropical storm fiona also allowed the expansion and improvement of services.

Visiting P.E.I. National Park this summer? You'll notice a few changes

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P.E.I. National Park's facilities are open to the public today, and visitors will see a number of changes to the park since last summer.

Jessica Foster, manager of visitor experience for the park, said post-tropical storm Fiona left Parks Canada with a lot of work — but also an opportunity to expand some of the services. "We saw a lot of erosion and damage to the coastline, as well as a lot of trees that were downed, so there was a lot of cleanup to do," she said.

• Fiona's impact 'stark' at P.E.I. National Park
• A drone's eye view of Fiona damage at P.E.I. National Park (2022)

Some of the changes include a completed multi-use trail from Brackley Beach to Robinsons Island, a new playground in Stanhope located further away from the coastline, and new automated entry gates at the Brackley and Graham's Lane, Cavendish entrances, where holders can scan park passes for entry. There will also be a large, accessible boardwalk structure leading to Stanhope's main beach.

Miles MacPhee, the technical services coordinator for P.E.I. National Park, said the boardwalk and ramp structure were built to replace the previous structure, destroyed by Fiona. It's designed to be adaptable to severe weather. "The first 20 sections of the structure leading down to the beach are completely removable," he said.

Multi-use trail to Robinsons Island

Vehicles are no longer able to make the approximately 3.5 km trip from Brackley Beach to the island, but Foster says there are accessibility options. "We have something called a 'trailrider.' It's sort of similar to our beach wheelchairs, but this is designed for use on trails. So visitors can reserve those." These specialized wheelchairs have been available in Greenwich, Stanhope, and Cavendish Campground for two years, but this is the first year they've been available at Brackley Beach.

Fewer stationary surfguards in the park

Parks Canada has reduced the number of stationary surfguards from six to four. Ross Lane and the Cavendish Campground beach will now rely on mobile surfguards, who will check beaches along the National Park. The Cavendish, Brackley, Stanhope, and Greenwich beaches will continue to be staffed by stationary surfguards.

Foster said Parks Canada is 'always reviewing what works well,' and has chosen to have stationary surfguards in areas with the largest number of visitors. "I would encourage visitors to choose a location that best suits what they're looking for," she said.

"I know a lot of families who perhaps have young children, or are inexperienced swimmers, like to choose locations that have these stationary surfguard services." She said safety is of the utmost importance to Parks Canada, and she encourages visitors to familiarize themselves with beach safety.

• 'A number of near misses': Residents call for Parks Canada to bring lifeguards back to North Rustico beach

According to a press release from Parks Canada, other updates to the park include a newly constructed lookout platform and interpretive panels at Oceanview Lookout, a new "generator-free" tents-only camping loop at Cavendish Campground, and two new roofed "bunkie" accommodations — one in Stanhope and one in Cavendish — that include a queen bed, a trundle bed, and a mattress loft. Cavendish and Stanhope campgrounds will open to campers on June 11.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sam Wandio is a researcher at CBC P.E.I., working with the digital team. He is a graduate of Holland College's journalism program and he holds a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Prince Edward Island.

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Parks Canada officially kicks off the 2024 summer visitor season on PEI

From: Parks Canada

News release

Parks Canada looks forward to welcoming visitors from near and far to the national park and national historic sites on PEI

June 4, 2024                                 Charlottetown, PE                                 Parks Canada

Parks Canada administered sites on PEI are iconic destinations where Canadians and visitors can connect with history and discover nature. Parks Canada is ready to welcome local residents and visitors for another season

In PEI National Park, entry gates, beaches, day use areas, trails and washroom facilities will be open for the public to enjoy as of June 5. The Interpretation Centre in Greenwich will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. New in 2024, Parks Canada will be reopening the following facilities and visitor experience opportunities:

• A rejuvenated visitor experience at Stanhope Beach, featuring a refreshed beach complex, including a newly constructed boardwalk with access ramps, beach toy library and the return of accessibility features including mobility mats and reservable beach and buoyant wheelchairs;
• A newly constructed lookout platform and series of interpretive panels at Oceanview that provide an opportunity to learn more about the natural and cultural history of PEI’s coastal ecosystem;
• The extension of the Gulf Shore Way multi-use trail to Robinsons Island, which will open for hikers and cyclists. Visitors can now traverse the full length of the central section of the park – from Robinsons Island all the way to Dalvay – separated from motorized vehicles. The multi-use trails at Robinsons Island are now open for visitors.

The first night for camping in Cavendish and Stanhope campgrounds will be June 11. Reservations for campsites, oTENTiks and bunkies can be made by visiting reservation.pc.gc.ca or by calling 1-877-737-3783. Campers this year can expect:

• A new camping loop at Cavendish Campground - this tents-only and generator-free camping loop is a great opportunity to connect with nature and features a modern, central, accessible and gender-neutral washroom facility.
• Two new ‘Bunkie’ roofed accommodations - one will be located at Stanhope Campground and one at Cavendish Campground. Each Bunkie includes one queen mattress bed, a trundle bed, and a double mattress loft - another way for campers to fully relax and unwind without the need to pack extra gear.

Parks Canada now administers 135 acres of coastal land in the French River-Park Corner area of PEI. The property borders on the mouth of New London Bay and features sandy beach, dunes and agricultural land. This year, Parks Canada will focus on the environmental protection of the area by educating beach users about sand dune conservation and other national park regulations. 

Green Gables Heritage Place, including the grounds, trails, visitor centre and iconic Green Gables farmhouse are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily interpretive programming begins July 1 and runs through Labour Day. This year also marks what would have been the 150 th birthday of celebrated Canadian author, L.M. Montgomery. For details and updates visit parkscanada.ca/greengables .

The grounds and trails at Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site are open for visitors to explore. The day use washrooms will be open 7 days a week beginning June 10. The visitor reception centre will be open Friday through Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. beginning July 1. A new 16-minute video in English, French and Mi’kmaw is available for viewing at the visitor centre, as well as new outdoor interpretive panels that chronicle the woven stories of the Indigenous, French, Acadian and British cultures that continue to call this land home. For more information visit parkscanada.ca/skmaqn .

Parks Canada-PEI staff are looking forward to welcoming neighbours, local Islanders, first-time visitors, and long-time visitors alike for a season of learning, discovering and unforgettable memory making.

                                                                                          -30-

Additional multimedia

“PEI National Park and Parks Canada administered national historic sites on PEI are a source of pride for all Islanders and all Canadians. I am looking forward to another year of Island residents and visitors enjoying the amazing natural and cultural wonders that Parks Canada protects and presents on PEI. From the sandy beaches to peaceful trails, the cultural touchstone that is Green Gables Heritage Place, and interwoven histories at Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site, visitors from near and far will have so much to see and experience on the Island this year.” Heath MacDonald Member of Parliament for Malpeque

Quick facts

PEI National Park is within the traditional and un-ceded Mi’kmaq territory of Epekwitk.

Seasonal entry passes to PEI National Park are available at a discounted early bird rate until June 15.

The Parks Canada website is updated to provide the latest detailed information on services and facilities. To help reduce paper waste, visitors are encouraged to download the 2024 Visitor Guide and Trail Guide before they visit. The Parks Canada App is great for on-the-go access to essential information for planning, travelling, and visiting Parks Canada administered places. 

Beach wheelchairs and buoyant wheelchairs are available at Cavendish Beach, Brackley Beach and Stanhope Beach; Trailrider “off road” wheelchairs are available at Cavendish Campground, Stanhope Campground and the Greenwich Interpretive Centre. To reserve, please call 902 566 7050.

Automated entry gates for PEI National Park season pass and Parks Canada Discovery Pass holders have been installed in one lane each at the Brackley entry gate and the Cavendish entry gate at Grahams Lane.

Dogs are not permitted on PEI National Park beaches from April 1 until October 15. Dogs on leash and under control are welcome in all campgrounds, day use areas and on trails.

There is a full sand dune closure in effect for PEI National Park. It is prohibited to walk on sand dunes, from the base of the dune where the slope begins to increase and including all vegetated areas.

Parks Canada is a recognized leader in conservation and takes actions to conserve national parks and national marine conservation areas and contribute to the recovery of species at risk. The sand dunes and beaches, wetlands and forests of PEI National Park are home to over 400 species of plants and 300 species of birds and other wildlife, including over 40 different species that are designated as at risk or of concern.

Associated links

• PEI National Park website
• Green Gables Heritage Place website
• Skmaqn-Port-la-Joye-National Historic Site website
• PEI National Park 2024 Visitor Guide and Trail Guide
• Parks Canada App
• Parks Canada website
• Park Canada Reservation Service

Stacey Evans Partnering, Engagement and Communications Officer PEI Field Unit Parks Canada 902-672-6422 [email protected]

Media Relations Parks Canada 855-862-1812 [email protected]

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Parks canada officially kicks off the 2024 summer visitor season on pei.

Parks Canada looks forward to welcoming visitors from near and far to the national park and national historic sites on PEI

CHARLOTTETOWN, PE , June 4, 2024 /CNW/ - Parks Canada administered sites on PEI are iconic destinations where Canadians and visitors can connect with history and discover nature. Parks Canada is ready to welcome local residents and visitors for another season.

In PEI National Park, entry gates, beaches, day use areas, trails and washroom facilities will be open for the public to enjoy as of June 5 . The Interpretation Centre in Greenwich will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. New in 2024, Parks Canada will be reopening the following facilities and visitor experience opportunities:

A rejuvenated visitor experience at Stanhope Beach, featuring a refreshed beach complex, including a newly constructed boardwalk with access ramps, beach toy library and the return of accessibility features including mobility mats and reservable beach and buoyant wheelchairs;

A newly constructed lookout platform and series of interpretive panels at Oceanview that provide an opportunity to learn more about the natural and cultural history of PEI's coastal ecosystem;

The extension of the Gulf Shore Way multi-use trail to Robinsons Island, which will open for hikers and cyclists. Visitors can now traverse the full length of the central section of the park – from Robinsons Island all the way to Dalvay – separated from motorized vehicles. The multi-use trails at Robinsons Island are now open for visitors.

The first night for camping in Cavendish and Stanhope campgrounds will be June 11 . Reservations for campsites, oTENTiks and bunkies can be made by visiting reservation.pc.gc.ca  or by calling 1-877-737-3783. Campers this year can expect:

A new camping loop at Cavendish Campground - this tents-only and generator-free camping loop is a great opportunity to connect with nature and features a modern, central, accessible and gender-neutral washroom facility.

Two new 'Bunkie' roofed accommodations - one will be located at Stanhope Campground and one at Cavendish Campground. Each Bunkie includes one queen mattress bed, a trundle bed, and a double mattress loft - another way for campers to fully relax and unwind without the need to pack extra gear.

Parks Canada now administers 135 acres of coastal land in the French River- Park Corner area of PEI. The property borders on the mouth of New London Bay and features sandy beach, dunes and agricultural land. This year, Parks Canada will focus on the environmental protection of the area by educating beach users about sand dune conservation and other national park regulations.

Green Gables Heritage Place, including the grounds, trails, visitor centre and iconic Green Gables farmhouse are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily interpretive programming begins July 1 and runs through Labour Day. This year also marks what would have been the 150 th birthday of celebrated Canadian author, L.M. Montgomery. For details and updates visit parkscanada.ca/greengables .

The grounds and trails at Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site are open for visitors to explore. The day use washrooms will be open 7 days a week beginning June 10 . The visitor reception centre will be open Friday through Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. beginning July 1 . A new 16-minute video in English, French and Mi'kmaw is available for viewing at the visitor centre, as well as new outdoor interpretive panels that chronicle the woven stories of the Indigenous, French, Acadian and British cultures that continue to call this land home. For more information visit parkscanada.ca/skmaqn .

Parks Canada-PEI staff are looking forward to welcoming neighbours, local Islanders, first-time visitors, and long-time visitors alike for a season of learning, discovering and unforgettable memory making.

"PEI National Park and Parks Canada administered national historic sites on PEI are a source of pride for all Islanders and all Canadians. I am looking forward to another year of Island residents and visitors enjoying the amazing natural and cultural wonders that Parks Canada protects and presents on PEI. From the sandy beaches to peaceful trails, the cultural touchstone that is Green Gables Heritage Place, and interwoven histories at Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site, visitors from near and far will have so much to see and experience on the Island this year."

Heath MacDonald Member of Parliament for Malpeque

Quick Facts

PEI National Park is within the traditional and un-ceded Mi'kmaq territory of Epekwitk.

Seasonal entry passes to PEI National Park are available at a discounted early bird rate until June 15 .

The Parks Canada website is updated to provide the latest detailed information on services and facilities. To help reduce paper waste, visitors are encouraged to download the 2024 Visitor Guide and Trail Guide before they visit. The Parks Canada App is great for on-the-go access to essential information for planning, travelling, and visiting Parks Canada administered places.

Beach wheelchairs and buoyant wheelchairs are available at Cavendish Beach, Brackley Beach and Stanhope Beach; Trailrider "off road" wheelchairs are available at Cavendish Campground, Stanhope Campground and the Greenwich Interpretive Centre. To reserve, please call 902 566 7050.

Automated entry gates for PEI National Park season pass and Parks Canada Discovery Pass holders have been installed in one lane each at the Brackley entry gate and the Cavendish entry gate at Grahams Lane.

Dogs are not permitted on PEI National Park beaches from April 1 until October 15 . Dogs on leash and under control are welcome in all campgrounds, day use areas and on trails.

There is a full sand dune closure in effect for PEI National Park. It is prohibited to walk on sand dunes, from the base of the dune where the slope begins to increase and including all vegetated areas.

Parks Canada is a recognized leader in conservation and takes actions to conserve national parks and national marine conservation areas and contribute to the recovery of species at risk. The sand dunes and beaches, wetlands and forests of PEI National Park are home to over 400 species of plants and 300 species of birds and other wildlife, including over 40 different species that are designated as at risk or of concern.

Related Links

PEI National Park website

Green Gables Heritage Place website

Skmaqn-Port-la-Joye-National Historic Site website

PEI National Park 2024 Visitor Guide and Trail Guide

Parks Canada App

Parks Canada website

Park Canada Reservation Service

SOURCE Parks Canada (HQ)

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