PEI Tourism Explorer
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Showing 102 destinations 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.
The farmhouse where L.M. Montgomery was married and found inspiration for her most famous heroine, still run by her descendants.
Family-owned sailing tour operator departing from the floating dock in North Rustico Harbour — quiet eco sailboats with electric drive and solar power cruise the north shore for seals, seabirds and other marine life, and well-behaved dogs are welcome aboard.
A restored church and schoolhouse cluster beside Green Gables with eateries, shops and summer entertainment.
Seafood market on Reuben's Lane in Darnley carrying a full selection of fresh and frozen Island seafood - live and cooked lobster, oysters, mussels and soft-shell clams, straight from the cold Northumberland waters.
Seasonal seafood restaurant on the wharf in North Rustico Harbour serving Island fish, mussels and oysters harvested hours - not days - from the table, with harbour views and a relaxed, local dining room.
Family oyster company on the shores of Brackley Bay raising some of the island's prized Malpeque-style oysters, with fresh oysters and tastings available seasonally just minutes from Brackley Beach.
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.
Bright downtown cafe in Kensington elevating breakfast and lunch with housemade bagels, locally roasted coffee and baked goods - a handy stop before or after exploring the Green Gables Shore.
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.
The original lobster pound at the Stanley Bridge wharf, beside Carr's Oyster Bar - choose live lobster and fresh Island seafood from the tanks to enjoy on the deck overlooking New London Bay.
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.
Atlantic Canada's biggest country music festival, held each July at Avonlea Village in Cavendish - a two-time CCMA Festival or Event of the Year winner drawing tens of thousands of fans to the island.
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.
The quiet burial ground where L.M. Montgomery was laid to rest in 1942 - literary pilgrims from around the world find her grave here, beneath the trees of her beloved Cavendish.
One-stop general store in the heart of Cavendish, open 8 am to 9 pm in peak season for groceries, fresh meat and produce, BBQ and camping supplies, swimwear, beach towels and souvenirs.
A restored country chapel between Cavendish and North Rustico, now a family-run heritage venue hosting concerts, creative workshops and community gatherings in a warm, timber-lined setting.
Cavendish dining institution celebrating more than 55 years on Route 6, known for generous island seafood suppers, Acadian favourites and a family-friendly dining room minutes from Green Gables.
Cultural centre of the Acadian and francophone community of Rustico-by-the-Sea, keeping the region's 300-year-old Acadian heritage alive with events, exhibits, programs and a warm bienvenue for visitors.
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.
Farm-fresh ice cream stand on Harbourview Drive in North Rustico, serving soft and hard scoop cones, sundaes, milkshakes and banana splits made with rich island dairy - the sweet stop after the beach.
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.
Small-group guided tours through the landscapes and stories that shaped L.M. Montgomery and her writing, including the Before Green Gables walking tour through Maud's world in Cavendish.
Holistic wellness centre in Rustico devoted to balance of mind, body and spirit - offering fitness classes, personal training and restorative treatments in a calm countryside setting.
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.
Beachside restaurant at Grand Tracadie from the FiNFolk Food team, serving casual seafood classics and fresh, local ingredients steps from the north shore dunes - a new favourite after a day at the beach.
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.
Studio workshop where every piece of clothing is hand painted with garden flowers, seascapes and blue heron designs - island-made wearable art created by the same hands since 1988.
Locally owned shop on Brackley Point Road carrying the work of dozens of island artisans - jewellery, pottery, candles, soap, preserves and MacAusland's wool blankets under one roof.
A pull-off above one of the most photographed fishing harbours in Canada — lobster boats, red cliffs and a winding inlet.
Kensington institution founded in 1976 and famous for its creamy ADL soft serve - "Don't Drive By, Drive In" - with cones, sundaes and shakes from two handy locations in town.
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.
Stanley Thompson's 1939 championship design winds through PEI National Park with dune and ocean vistas. Rejuvenated by Thomas McBroom, this public Cavendish course has welcomed golfers for generations.
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.
A floating boardwalk across Bowley Pond to the parabolic dunes of the Greenwich peninsula — the island's rarest landscape.
A 140-seat music hall in Hunter River, rebuilt in 2008 from the bones of the old United Church - a beloved summer home for island concerts, with a downstairs lounge and art gallery.
Beachside dairy bar at Blackbush beside old Tracadie Harbour, opened in 2023 and scooping cones, sundae favourites and cold treats daily through the summer from noon until nine.
A family-friendly haunted attraction on a Kensington hillside: three floors of spooks inside the legend of Dr. Jack's 1890s mansion, with secret water gardens for those who make it out. Extra October hours.
Family-run sugar bush in Hazel Grove where, during maple season, visitors can watch sap being collected and boiled into pure PEI maple syrup - with sweet tastings straight from the evaporator.
Regional tourism initiative helping visitors find their way around the Kensington and area "Heart of PEI" - stop in for friendly local advice on food, music, culture and community festivals.
Concept home design store on the Mariners Cove Boardwalk in Cavendish, with custom paint palettes, furniture finds and design services - a surprising browse between the beach and the boardwalk treats.
Waterfront inn on the shore of New London Bay, right on the island's central north shore - a handy home base between Cavendish, North Rustico and Charlottetown with sea views from the deck.
Casual waterfront kitchen on New London Bay serving island-made dishes with blue-sea views - savouring the simple pleasures of summer, one plate at a time, at the pier.
A farm winery in the Wheatley River hills crafting award-winning mead from Island honey and farm-grown fruit. Taste at the store or book the Mead-mobile tour past bees, orchards and lavender.
Globally inspired, locally sourced island cuisine served in the historic Kensington Station - a handsome stone-adjacent pub with seasonal patios in the middle of town.
Cavendish shopping staple on Route 6 with island-made clothing, jewellery, art and gifts - open daily May through October and on weekends into the festive season.
Sisters' small-batch artisan chocolate workshop and shop on St. Mary's Road in Stanley Bridge, with gluten-free and vegan-friendly confections made right on the counter.
The sisters' second storefront brings their signature handmade chocolates to downtown Kensington - a cozy spot to browse seasonal treats and pick up sweet island gifts.
Great food, cold drinks and easy fun in the heart of Cavendish - a popular patio-and-deck hangout for post-beach suppers, live music nights and island hospitality at its most relaxed.
Paintings, prints and unique finds by Rustico artist Karen Gallant, inspired by the elements and rhythms of island life - open Tuesday to Saturday, mid-June through late September.
A co-operative of island artists showing and selling original work inside the historic Kensington Train Station - paintings, prints, pottery and crafts in a wonderfully atmospheric setting.
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.
Small community museum in the Malpeque district, preserving the photographs, tools and everyday objects that tell the story of this storied farming and fishing corner of the island.
Master knitter Margaret McEachern's workshop in Mayfield, where visitors get schooled in stitches - hands-on knitting sessions and island-made wool goods, Tuesday through Saturday, May into October.
The modest Clifton house where the author was born in 1874, displaying her early notebooks and memorabilia.
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.
Working range light over a busy fishing harbour famous for lobster suppers and seal-watching tours.
Locally sourced, seasonally driven restaurant on Route 20 at French River - a full-service dining room and takeout serving island seafood with a view of one of the coast's prettiest harbours.
Gallery and artisan shoppe in picturesque French River on the River Road, where artist Scott O'Neil shows paintings and handcrafts - private after-hours visits by email or text.
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.
PASA-certified instructors teach the thrill of kiteboarding on Cavendish's shallow, windy bays - from first body-drags to first rides, gear and coaching included in a safe, progression-based course.
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.
One of the island's longest-running fish shacks, serving lobster rolls, scallops and famous fish and chips from Covehead Wharf since the 1970s - noon to eight, every day June to September.
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.
Homestyle cooking, cozy atmosphere and great service in a hidden-gem diner on the Trans-Canada at Hunter River - big breakfasts, comfort-food suppers and pie worth pulling over for.
A shopful of Atlantic Canadian wool in quaint North Rustico - MacAusland's blankets, hand-knit sweaters, mitts and caps, all warm memories of the island waiting to be packed.
Acre of parkland golf overlooking Rustico Bay, geodesic dome accommodations for the night and the clubhouse kitchen DHALIA serving island plates - golf, glamp and dine in one stop.
Studio retailer and surf school founded in 2022 in North Rustico - boards, lessons and local wave knowledge for riders of every level, plus coastal-inspired gear between sessions.
Named for surveyor Samuel Holland, this cozy Cavendish coffee house pours espresso drinks, local roasts and baked treats - the morning stop before Green Gables or the afternoon pick-me-up after.
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.
Canada's family-run resort on the same land since 1860 - a three-storey pioneer lodge, cottages and a private stretch of Brackley Beach kept by the Shaw family for five generations.
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.
Malpeque dining room famous for lobster suppers and bay-fresh seafood, overlooking the waters that grow the island's most celebrated oysters - a Green Gables Shore supper tradition.
Full-time silk art studio on Harbourview Drive, where scarves and scenes come to life as dyes flow gently across the silk - one-of-a-kind wearable and wall art straight from the artist.
The farm where L.M. Montgomery lived her first thirty-seven years, open to wander along wooded paths and fields she described in her stories. Ruins of the house and farm buildings remain among the groves.
Fresh local seafood, an oyster bar and patio seating at New London on the way to the north shore - a relaxed grill where the catch of the day rarely travels far.
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.
The Stanley Bridge Hall, kept by the Sterling Women's Institute, hosts summer ceilidhs of fiddles, songs and step-dancing - an old-fashioned island kitchen party, doors open show nights.
Wood-fired pizza, baked goods and great vibes at this New Glasgow bakehouse, with Bogside Brewery pours alongside - follow the smoke for a relaxed countryside supper.
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.
Now in its tenth year, Cavendish's favourite restaurant - hearty island plates, seafood and family favourites a short hop from the park gates, where no PEI summer is complete without a visit.
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.
Intimate dining for adventurous food lovers, served in a cozy renovated rural church near Kensington - reservation-only menus that change with the seasons and the island's best ingredients.
A hidden-gem beach near Darnley where sandstone cliffs, sea stacks and caves replace the Island's usual rolling dunes. Hunt for the famous teacup rock at low tide and enjoy gentle, sheltered waves.
A summer-long concert series now in its third decade, staged beneath the soaring steeple of the historic Indian River church - world-class acoustics for classical, folk and world music nights.
PEI's longest-running pottery shop, family-run since 1973 on Route 6. Functional stoneware made in the on-site studio joins pieces from ten other Island potters - one of the best craft selections on the Island.
North Rustico's professional summer theatre stages classic plays and a music series each season, with evening performances and matinees through late August. Widely regarded among the Island's finest companies.