Tourism PEI
Charlottetown PEI

Charlottetown in Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown Area

Our Vibrant Seaside City

Our capital city, Charlottetown, might be small, but it’s bursting with big energy and Island hospitality. This seaside city is a historical hub of culture, festivals and events, artisan shops, world-class restaurants and so much more. What are you waiting for? It’s time to discover Charlottetown.

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What to do in Charlottetown Area

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Experience PEI
Charlottetown Area

Experience PEI

Experiential tours - sandcastle sculpting, farm animals, and much more!

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Tip to Tip Island Tours
Charlottetown Area

Tip to Tip Island Tours

Two hour guided walking tour of Charlottetown from Confederation Landing Park gazebo to Beaconsfield...

Dates of Operation: May 1 - October 31, 2024
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Sea Eagle Aviation Inc.
Charlottetown Area

Sea Eagle Aviation Inc.

Discover the beauty of Prince Edward Island from the air with a private 50 minute aerial tour for up...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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The Pony Express - City Tour
Charlottetown Area

The Pony Express - City Tour

Experience a guided historical sightseeing tour, learn about the past, and present of Charlottetown...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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MacQueen's Bike Shop & Island Tours - Local Cycling Specialists
Bike Rentals
Charlottetown Area

MacQueen's Bike Shop & Island Tours - Local Cycling Specialists

Rentals, sales, repairs & pro shop. Free Charlottetown day tour routes (see website). Supported...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Rising Tide Electric Bicycles
Bike Rentals
Charlottetown Area

Rising Tide Electric Bicycles

Largest fleet of electric bikes for rent on PEI. Our electric bikes are professionally maintained to...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Outer Limit Sports Bike Tours
Cycling Tours
Charlottetown Area

Outer Limit Sports Bike Tours

TripAdvisor #1 rated bicycle rental outlet in PEI. Located just 60 seconds from the Confederation...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Confederation Centre of the Arts
Theatres
Charlottetown Area

Confederation Centre of the Arts

At Confederation Centre of the Arts, the origins and evolution of Canada is celebrated through a...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Belvedere Golf Club
Golfing
Charlottetown Area

Belvedere Golf Club

A must to play on your PEI Tour, this Par 72, 18-hole course is groomed daily to tournament like...

Dates of Operation: May 1 - October 31, 2025
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MacQueen's Island Tours & Bike Shop– Local Cycling Specialists
Cycling Tours
Charlottetown Area

MacQueen's Island Tours & Bike Shop– Local Cycling Specialists

1 km to Confederaton Trail. MacQueen’s Bike Shop is the Island's largest pro shop offering quality...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Rudy's Chicken
Charlottetown Area

Rudy's Chicken

Rudy's secret spices, famously delicious, mouth-watering krispy fried chicken, made fresh to order.

Dates of Operation: June 21 - September 30, 2024
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Heritage Players and Historic Walking Tours
Walking Tours
Charlottetown Area

Heritage Players and Historic Walking Tours

Join a guide on a tour through Confederation Landing and Historic Great George St. and learn many of...

Dates of Operation: July 1 - December 15, 2025
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Ride Solar
Charlottetown Area

Ride Solar

North America's largest solar boat, licensed bar, floating restaurant and of course - fresh PEI...

Dates of Operation: May 1 - October 31, 2024
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Outer Limit Sports Bike Rentals
Bike Rentals
Charlottetown Area

Outer Limit Sports Bike Rentals

TripAdvisor #1 rated bicycle rental outlet in PEI. Located just 60 seconds from the Confederation...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Jack's Tours PEI
Charlottetown Area

Jack's Tours PEI

Welcome to Jack’s Tours, a premiere private touring service. Our tours are provided in a clean...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Emerald Isle Carriage Tours
Charlottetown Area

Emerald Isle Carriage Tours

Tours leaving Founder's Hall filled with history! Learn and see historic Charlottetown from a horse...

Dates of Operation: June 1 - September 30, 2024
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Secrets of Charlottetown Walking Tours
Walking Tours
Charlottetown Area

Secrets of Charlottetown Walking Tours

Hear the charming and lesser-known secrets, legends and folklore from many eras of the city's...

Dates of Operation: May 23 - October 31, 2024
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COWS Creamery
Charlottetown Area

COWS Creamery

COWS Creamery is an outstanding ice cream, T-shirt, and cheese factory tour that is fun, educational...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Rise and Climb Adventure Course
Charlottetown Area

Rise and Climb Adventure Course

A high-ropes and zip line park spread across three levels of poles scaling upwards of 50 feet with...

Dates of Operation: May 21 - October 29, 2024
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Florence Simmons Performance Hall
Theatres
Charlottetown Area

Florence Simmons Performance Hall

Located in the Charlottetown Centre on Holland College’s Prince of Wales Campus in downtown...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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The Charlottetown Festival
Theatres
Charlottetown Area

The Charlottetown Festival

The Charlottetown Festival is one of Canada’s most well-known musical theatre festivals. The 1,100...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Where to Stay in Charlottetown Area

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42 Anne Avenue
Tourist Home
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

42 Anne Avenue

Have fun with the "whole family" at this "brand new" stylish two-bedroom, one-bath above ground...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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University of Prince Edward Island
Hotel
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

University of Prince Edward Island

Conveniently located in Charlottetown, minutes from the airport and historic downtown, UPEI offers...

Dates of Operation: May 3 - August 26
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Charlottetown Harbourview Waterfront Cottages
Cottage
Stratford | Charlottetown Area

Charlottetown Harbourview Waterfront Cottages

Private waterfront cottages. Centrally located, minutes to downtown.

Dates of Operation: May 8 - October 31
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The Delta Prince Edward by Marriott
Hotel
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

The Delta Prince Edward by Marriott

Centrally located in the heart of the city, we offer more than just a place to stay; we provide an...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Home Away From Home
Tourist Home
Cornwall | Charlottetown Area

Home Away From Home

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. This three bedroom plus house...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Festivals & Events in Charlottetown Area

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Dec 6 - 22
Deck the Hall
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Deck the Hall

Enjoy culinary demos, kids’ crafting events and holiday music every weekend until December 22. See website for entertainment lineup by date.
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Dec 21
Candlelight: Christmas Classics
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Candlelight: Christmas Classics

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before under the
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Discover Charlottetown

Charlottetown is an incredibly vibrant seaside city best explored by foot, taking in all the hidden gems. You’ll often hear local musicians as you walk around or dine on a patio.

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Charlottetown, Basilica, church, tree
St. Dunstan's Cathedral Basilica
Charlottetown Victoria Row, street, old buildings
Acadian, Charlottetown, performers, stage
Charlottetown Gay Pride, rainbows, umbrellas, women

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