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Prince Edward Island

Atlantic Canada · PE

Prince Edward Island

Red cliffs, green gables, golden beaches.

Canada's smallest province is a pastoral patchwork of red-earth farms and warm-water beaches.

Region

Atlantic Canada

Best time to visit

July–September.

Suggested itineraries

1 curated routes

01 — Key Attractions

What you came for.

No. 01

Charlottetown

The 'birthplace of Confederation' with a walkable waterfront.

No. 02

Green Gables Heritage Place

The world of Anne of Green Gables.

No. 03

PEI National Park

Red sandstone cliffs and the warmest beaches north of the Carolinas.

02 — Suggested Itineraries

Routes that flow.

Island Coastal Escape

4 days

Loop the island via three scenic coastal drives.

  1. 1Charlottetown
  2. 2Cavendish
  3. 3North Cape
  4. 4Souris

03 — Signature Experiences

Only here.

Food

Lobster supper

Church-hall classic with mussels, chowder, and pie.

Active

Cycle the Confederation Trail

Tip-to-tip on the converted rail line.

04 — Seasonal Highlights

A different country each season.

Spring

Lupine fields and lobster season opens.

Summer

Warm-sand beaches and seafood festivals.

Autumn

Fall Flavours culinary festival.

Winter

Quiet beach walks and cozy inns.