We managed to stop at quite a few of them on our driving tour of PEI. Follow the Lighthouse Lover’s Tour where you can drive around the coast to see all the lighthouses. They are maintained by community groups or are still kept working by the government where they are required for navigation. Many of the lighthouses are open to the public. All along the coast are more than 60 lighthouses that kept the ships safe sailing these waters, but are now iconic landmarks that make a pretty picture. Get to the coast – The Lighthouses of Prince Edward IslandĪlthough the gently rolling countryside and red earth farms of PEI were pretty, it was the coastline of sand dunes and lighthouses that really inspired me. This is the home of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s aunt and uncle and the house where she chose to get married.Įjoy the view of Anne’s “Lake of shining water”, wander around the flower gardens and take Matthew’s Carriage Ride in a horse drawn buggy.Įven if you get no further than Charlottetown, you’ll be reassured to know that you can buy raspberry cordial soap, Anne of Green Gables dolls, and your own copy of the novel, in the Anne of Green Gables store at 110 Queens Street, Charlottetown. If you want to extend your Anne of Green Gables Experience, you can also visit the Anne of Green Gables Museum at Park Corner nearby. You may also enjoy: Delicious Canadian food – 40 food experiences to make you fall in love with Canada!Īnne of Green Gables Place in PEI Anne of Green Gables Museum It is a little way from the historic centre, so you may need to drive depending on where you are staying. The farmer’s market takes place every Saturday 9am to 2pm all year round in a permanent building at 100 Belvedere Avenue.
Get back to the land – Farmers’ Market CharlottetownĮat Fresh! Buy Local! This is the ethos of farmer’s markets across Canada and the Charlottetown Farmers’ Market is an especially vibrant and lively one to visit. It is a musical adaptation of the book in which Anne finds love and belonging in the home of the elderly brother and sister Marilla and Matthew. Montgomery’s novel, is now in its 54th season. You may also enjoy: 10 fun things to do in Halifax, Nova ScotiaĪnne and Gilbert Musical Photo: Anne of Green Gables the MusicalĪnother show that is often playing at The Confederation Centre in Charlottetown is Anne of Green Gables – the Musical, which tells the story of Anne of Green Gable’s childhood. Self sufficiency is integral to the idea of being an “Islander” and feeling part of “Island Life”. The city seems to combine a creative energy with a relaxed and laid back lifestyle. However, we recommend renting a car to easily explore the rest of PEI. The historic centre encompasses only a few blocks and is very walkable. You could easily imagine walking down the street and bumping into friends and neighbours. Charlottetown – Provincial capital, small town feelįor a provincial capital, Charlottetown has a surprisingly small town feel. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This article may contain affiliate links that provide commission on purchases you make at no extra cost to you. Click to subscribe to our monthly newsletter, news and reader offers.Plan your visit to Prince Edward Island.And Relax! Stay at The Great George Hotel in Charlottetown Get arty in PEI – the Dunes Gallery on the Arts and Heritage Trail Anne of Green Gables at Dalvay-by-the-sea.Get to the coast – The Lighthouses of Prince Edward Island Get back to the land – Farmers’ Market Charlottetown Get musical – See a show in Charlottetown Get foodie – Taste of the town tour of Charlottetown Charlottetown – Provincial capital, small town feel
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