We moved from Ontario Canada to PEI Canada for a slower way of life. Here are a list of my favourite spots on the little island of PEI Canada.
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Great atmosphere , food and staff
Lone Oak Brewing Company Taproom and Golf Simulator
I’m not joking when I say this is one of my favourite foods. My too choice is the braised beef. They also have dessert handpies
The Handpie Company
Homemade ice cream served in an old home with one of the longest maintained Victorian gardens in Canada
Holman's Ice Cream Parlour
A little beachside bar to stop and have a cocktail. I recommend the Paloma.
The Knot Beach Bar & Rentals
One spot I never miss when visitors are here
JC’s Tiki Bar
Busy spot , recommend reservations !
The Pilot House - Fine Food & Spirits, Charlottetown
Enjoy the unique culture of Tyne Valley culture of Tyne Valley and it’s culinary delights, engaging entertainment, and the warm hospitality that Prince Edward Island is known for.
Tyne Valley Oyster Festival - PEI Association of Exhibitions
The best! No caption needed 🦞
New Glasgow Lobster Suppers - Prince Edward Island
Pizza, Pananis , sandwiches , fresh bread and baked goods
Water Street Bakery and Deli - Summerside Restaurants
All the best in local produce and wares
Summerside Farmers Market – Year Round
Great little pub in the heart of Charlottetown
Churchill Arms | British Pub in Downtown Charlottetown
A great spot to walk through with multiple places to eat and shop locally .
Founders Food Hall & Market
They have a burger that resembles the big Mac and it is perfection.
Backwoods Burger
Beer , food and vinyl. Pick out a record and ask them to play it while you dine on some delish food. Great friendly staff .
HOPYARD, Charlottetown
An amazing spot but book a reservation on weekends
Slaymaker & Nichols: Home
My favourite place for a lobster roll, and they have a great patio
Ship to Shore
There are multiple locations across the island, you must stop into one of them
COWS Ice Cream
Stop at the red barn in summerside and try some of ADLs delicious icecream. Stop at the garden shop and greenhouse while you’re there
Kool Breeze Ice Cream Barn
Stay
Feel like an islander and stay in this charming bed and breakfast in the heart of summerside . Walking distance to all amenities
Island Home Bed and Breakfast- Summerside
Another great bed & breakfast in the heart of Summerside
Summerside Inn Bed and Breakfast
My in laws stayed here for a week and said enjoyed themselves . Comfy beds , good service
Clark's Sunny Isle Motel
Stay in a beautiful historic summerside suite that has one of North America’s longest maintained Victorian gardens / they host bonfires in the summer . It’s a beautiful spot in the heart of the city and would be a quaint stay
Holman's Heritage Suites - ICE CREAM PARLOUR too
Top rated stay in Kensington PEI
The Home Place Inn
We took our kids here camping and I was super impressed with the cleanliness of the park and the lack of mosquitos
Prince Edward Island Camping Locations | KOA Campgrounds
historic stays in the heart of Charlottetown
The 10 best hotels & places to stay in Charlottetown, Canada
Stay in a lighthouse ! Although I have never stayed in this inn. I have skimmed the beachfront for seaglass treasures and got some great photos here
Think adult arcade but you can also bring your kids
PonyBoat Social Club
A unique trip experience
Bottle Houses
One of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Once stood the provincial landmark the teacup rock but it was knocked over in a hurricane . Still worth the visit .
Thunder Cove Beach
Alanis Morissette is headlining this years Sommo music fest on the island and I could not be more excited
Sommo Music Festival
You cant visit the island without stopping here to visit
Green Gables
Bet a couple bucks on a horse race or just go sit and watch. Very cool Experience . Casino slots inside .
Racing at Red Shores | Charlottetown + Summerside | Casino
One stop shop for PEI souvenirs, merch and great snacks
Cavendish Boardwalk
Take the kids for a splash and ride at this theme park . Lineups are quick and it’s a great time
Shining Waters Family Fun Park - Maritime Fun
Go on a roller coaster or take the bumper cars for a rips great day trip idea
Sandspit Amusement Park - Maritime Fun
Confederation trail runs from tip to tip of the island with beautiful scenic landscapes along the way
Confederation Trail | Tourism PEI
The longest bridge in Canada . 12.9 kms across the strait .
Home | The Confederation Bridge
Plan your activities ahead of time :) The island is busy in the summer , slower in the fall and pretty much desolate in the winter
What to Do | Tourism PEI
You okay with mini goats on the beach… tell me a better way to spend your day, I’ll wait .
BEACH GOATS
Open to the public. The intricate architecture in this place is unreal ! Rated 2024 Traveler choice winner!
ST. DUNSTAN'S BASILICA Charlottetown
For the Anne of Green Gables Fanatics
2025 Green Gables House & Our Island Experience
Take a historic guided tour of Charlottetown PEI the birthplace of the Canadian Confederation
Charlottetown Historic Tours
Learn about the history and processing of some of our local products
PEI Winery, Brewery, and Distillery Tasting Tour
Go on a 45 foot fishing boat to catch some lobster from the Atlantic Ocean ! A one of a kind adventure and voted tripadvsors travellers choice in 2024
TOP NOTCH CHARTERS - LOBSTER EXCURSIONS
Drive in theatres just like you remember them as a kid. Starting at dusk in the summer. You can even watch back to back films
Brackley Drive-In Theatre
Great spot for photos (it’s the one in my profile pic) . We’ve also had a picnic up on the cliff (it’s safe ) with a view of the ocean .
The Friends of Seacow Head Inc. | Seacow Head Lighthouse ...
Stop for a mini putt and take a stroll through the haunted mansion while you’re there
River of Adventure Mini Golf - Cavendish - Maritime Fun
Over 60 lighthouses on PEI ! Check out the list I created re: notable lighthouses worth the visit
The Ultimate PEI Lighthouse Road trip
The coolest reminder of your best trip yet
Canada 2024 L.M. Montgomery BU UNC Colourized Loonie!!
