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Exploring Prince Edward Island🍁

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If heading to Atlantic Canada be sure to cross the Confederation Bridge to visit Prince Edward Island. Visit the wharfs and historic buildings in Charlottetown, have a lobster supper, hike the trails of Prince Edward National Park, enjoy the red sand...
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Things to see in Prince Edward Island

the floating boardwalk in the Dunes Section of Prince Edward National Park are a must as is the nearby red sand beaches. There are quaint fishing ports, Green Gables National Histori Site, hiking trails and historic Charlottetown.

 
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There are numerous walking trails across Prince Edward Island and one of the best ways to explore the island.
21 Best Prince Edward Island Walking Trails 2025
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Official Parks Canada website for Prince Edward Island National Park
Prince Edward Island National Park
 
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Whether a fan of the book or not you will want to visit Green Gables Heritage Place. Exhibits, trails, furnished period homes, and costumes characters from the book.
Green Gables Heritage Place
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I was surprised at how much I enjoyed my visit to the Acadian Museum. Interesting exhibits and a film tell the story of the significant Acadian influence on PEI.
Acadian Museum of Prince Edward Island
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Not a surprise to find the Canadian Potato Museum in Prince Edward Island. Well known for growing potatoes and you will see the huge factories while driving around the island.
The Canadian Potato Museum
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The Charlottetown Festival for live theatre and a variety of other shows. Even if don't go to a show be sure to visit the Confederation Centre of the Arts.
The Charlottetown Festival 2025 - Confederation Centre of the Arts
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Prince Edward Island Day Tours

There are plenty of day tours in Prince Edward Island most to either historical Charlottetown or the North Shore with most stopping at Green Gables National Historic Site.

 
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Anne of Green Gables, a character from the famous book based in PEI. If staying in Charlottetown these are some tours to visit some of the sites mentioned.
5 Best Anne of Green Gables Tours from Charlottetown 2025
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Visit to Green Gables House, the most famous home on Prince Edward Island. The home is decorated with period furniture and additional exhibits talk about Lucy Maud Montgomery and her famous books.
Green Gables House & Our Island Experience
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Tour of Prince Edward Island including Charlottetown, Cavendish, and Gables National Historic Place.
Best of P.E.I. Small Group Tour w/Anne Of Green Gables +Cavendish
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Horseback riding along the beaches of Prince Edward Island for a memorable experience
Brudenell: Family-Friendly Horse Ride goes on the Beach
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Historic walking tour of Charlottetown inlcuding a National Historic Site and an interesting church.
Historic Walking Tour of Charlottetown
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Double decker bus tour of Charlottetown including the huge Victoria Park, Province House, and the waterfront wharf area.
Charlottetown City Highlights
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Where to eat in Prince Edward Island

I had never enjoyed a Lobster Roll until visiting Prince Edward Island and Richard's has a reputation for having the best, I don't disagree. There are also lobster suppers and festivals all over the island. PEI is about seafood and potatoes.

 
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I enjoyed my visit to New Glasgow Lobster Supper with all the amazing food. Very busy so make a reservation. If you don't like lobster there are plenty of other choices.
New Glasgow Lobster Suppers
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Richard's Seafood is famous throughout PEI and the location I visited in Brackley Beach is a simple hut, but with long lineups. You must try the Lobster roll.
Richard's Fresh Seafood | Best Seafood Restaurant in PEI
 
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Guided food walking and history tour of Charlottetown where you get to sample the local cuisine along the way.
Charlottetown Food Walking Tour
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Where to stay while visiting Prince Edward Island

Accommodation is limited in Prince Edward Island especially during the summer months. Be sure to make early reservations for your hotel, motel, cottage or B&B.

 
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booking.com has a variety of B&B accommodation in different parts of Prince Edward Island
The best B&Bs in Prince Edward Island, Canada from booking.com
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Trip Advisor list of the top 10 hotels in Prince Edward Island.
THE 10 BEST Hotels in Prince Edward Island 2025 (from C$97) - Tripadvisor
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Selection of hotels in Prince Edward Island. Finding accommodation can be difficult, particularly in the busy summer months.
Book The Best Hotels in Prince Edward Island for 2025 from CA $79 - Expedia
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