PEI Tourism Explorer
37 curated places across 1 region
Stylized map of the island — click a region to browse its places. Counts update automatically as locations are added; the legend below shows how many places match each feature.
Showing 37 destinations that are open in fall and accessible in Green Gables Shore
The classic postcard coast: white dunes, red cliffs and the Anne of Green Gables country around Cavendish and the national park.
A restored church and schoolhouse cluster beside Green Gables with eateries, shops and summer entertainment.
The largest beach in the central Brackley-Dalvay region of PEI National Park - supervised swimming in July and August, outdoor showers, washrooms, a snack shop and boardwalks over the dunes.
Atlantic Canada's only twin-screen drive-in, just north of Charlottetown. Two first-run features play at dusk nightly through the season, with a full canteen serving popcorn, fries and cheeseburgers between shows.
The largest park in western PEI, with a big day-use area, playground equipment, an activity centre running children's programs and the historic Fanning School on site. Note that swimming is not permitted here.
Overlooking Stanley Bridge harbour, the Carr family serves their own world-famous Malpeque oysters alongside lobster, mussels and full mains. Watch the shucker work, then browse the aquarium, gift shop and Manor of Birds.
Beside Carr's Oyster Bar, this family attraction claims North America's largest private collection of mounted birds, plus mammals, a salt-water marsh display and the World of Butterflies - an educational stop for curious kids.
The island's signature stretch of white sand backed by dunes and dune grass, with supervised swimming in July and August.
Three family adventures at one Cavendish-area stop: laser tag inside The Hangar arena, an outdoor mini golf course and the Route 6 Motel haunted house for the very brave. Operated by the Maritime Fun Group.
Parks Canada's largest campground on the island, with more than 200 coastal sites plus oTENTik and other roofed accommodations, steps from Cavendish Beach and the green dunes of the national park.
A best-kept-secret beach just north of Kensington where soft white sand meets the rich red cliffs the island is famous for - uncrowded, unspoiled and perfect for a quiet swim or stroll.
A Queen Anne Revival mansion on the shore of the national park, known for its white-columned dining room and veranda views.
Gentle, mindful yoga and meditation in peaceful island settings - in summer, Yoga in the Gardens at the Gardens of Hope in New Glasgow, overlooking the River Clyde, with mats provided and all levels welcome.
A family-run craft distillery in Warren Grove making small-batch Island spirits and liqueurs from local, real ingredients - a multiple medallist at Artisan Distillers Canada's national competitions. Tastings run seasonally.
Museum in Canada's oldest Acadian community telling the story of the smallest bank ever chartered in North America. Tours include the 1772 Doucet House, the Island's oldest surviving dwelling, plus food experiences.
Fresh lobster suppers and a full family menu at North Rustico's fishing wharf, plus a large gift shop and harbour-side deck. Watch the boats come in before settling in for supper, May through October.
A 530-acre heritage estate on Tracadie Bay with an 1884 three-storey brick home, an 1899 schoolhouse and two thousand feet of shoreline - tours, trails and stories of the Glenaladale settlers.
Parks Canada site preserving the farmhouse that inspired L.M. Montgomery's novels, with the Haunted Woods and Lovers' Lane trails.
Five scenic look-offs strung along the Green Gables Shore, including the famous clifftop views at Darnley and French River - pull over, breathe deep and take in the red cliffs and blue water.
This 1905 National Historic Site is where L.M. Montgomery departed in 1890, sharing the train with Sir John A. Macdonald. The red-gabled landmark, designed by Charles Chappell, anchors downtown Kensington.
Guided kayak tours on the sheltered waters of Malpeque Bay, now launching from Fish Island Lighthouse inside Cabot Beach Provincial Park - a gentle, scenic paddle for all ages.
A Cavendish boardwalk village of shops, eateries and family attractions, home to Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium. Browse Maritime-flavoured boutiques, sample iconic Canadian treats and catch summer entertainment.
Created to commemorate L.M. Montgomery on the Cavendish shore, this heritage park pairs walking paths and gardens with plans for a bronze sculpture celebrating the island's most famous author.
The Original PEI Lobster Suppers has served since 1958 - third-generation Nicholsons and MacRaes drawing from a 20,000-pound on-site lobster pound. Find it on Route 258, ten minutes from Cavendish Beach.
Just inside the North Rustico entrance to PEI National Park, this quieter stretch of sand offers supervised summer swimming, dune views and easy access - a local alternative to the busier Cavendish beaches.
Kayak tours, lessons and bike rentals from North Rustico Harbour and Brudenell River - paddle the harbour at golden hour, explore the dunes by bike and let the guides do the navigating.
Forty kilometres of north-shore dunes, red sandstone cliffs, boardwalks and protected piping plover habitat.
A New Glasgow landmark pairing a preserve shop, comfort-food restaurant and twelve acres of gardens, complete with a tropical butterfly house. Homemade ice cream and from-scratch desserts have drawn visitors for decades.
Small-batch, gluten-free ciders made from local apples and Island inspiration. The Brackley Bar pours cider, beer and cider slushies minutes from the North Shore beaches - a laid-back après-beach stop.
The River Clyde Pageant collective unites local creators and volunteers for spectacles, solstice walks and workshops along the New Glasgow riverbank - art made with, and for, the community.
Thirty minutes north of Charlottetown along Gulf Shore Parkway East, Ross Lane is a quieter national-park beach with the same soft sand, dunes and supervised summer swimming as its famous neighbours.
Cavendish's classic amusement park with more than 15 rides for all ages - including the Cyclone, billed as Atlantic Canada's longest roller coaster, a 70-foot Ferris wheel, bumper boats, mini golf and carnival treats.
Thirty-six acres of wet and dry attractions in Cavendish: four large waterslides, a splash pool, coasters like Surf's Up, a mirror maze, an animal barn and dozens of family rides for a full day of play.
A very popular white-sand beach in the central Brackley-Dalvay region of PEI National Park - supervised summer swimming, dune boardwalks and calm, shallow water favoured by families.
A quieter Parks Canada campground with over 100 sites in the Brackley-Dalvay region - accessible sites, showers, flush toilets and kitchen shelters a short walk from Stanhope Beach.
An art-and-food oasis at Brackley Beach: award-winning pottery made on site, a gallery showing more than fifty Island artists, designer studios and gardens, plus a café plating local seafood and beef on handmade ware.
Canada's largest handmade goat-milk soapery, featured on The Amazing Race Canada. The family farm shop pours 100% natural soaps, creams and bath treats on site and welcomes visitors almost every day of the year.
A restaurant, community hub and take-out marché overlooking the River Clyde. Chef Emily Wells' team cook PEI farmers' and fishers' ingredients into comfort classics with an international twist.