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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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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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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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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, 2025
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Tivoli Cinema
Theatres
Charlottetown Area

Tivoli Cinema

Delivering film, old and new, the way it was intended to be seen – with atmosphere, reverance and...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2025
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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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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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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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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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Where to Stay in Charlottetown Area

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HI Charlottetown Backpackers Inn
Hostel
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

HI Charlottetown Backpackers Inn

Located Downtown Charlottetown, we are a Hostelling International Canada Affiliate and have been in...

Dates of Operation: June 1 - September 28
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Park View on Richmond
Apartment
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Park View on Richmond

Located in the coveted 500 block heritage area on the historic Hillsborough Square, which is one of...

Dates of Operation: June 1 - September 30
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Joseph Bystryk
Tourist Home
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Joseph Bystryk

Brand new, centrally located 550 sq. ft. one bedroom plus pull-out sofa apartment attached to our...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Glendenning Hall
Hotel
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Glendenning Hall

The Glendenning is an affordable, clean and comfortable home away from home. Located in downtown...

Dates of Operation: June 3 - August 21
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Sugarberry House
Vacation Home
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Sugarberry House

Located in historic downtown Charlottetown. Enjoy the bright and breezy open concept living/dining...

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

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Jan 17
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof: Jan 17
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof: Jan 17

This drama set in Mississippi in the 1950s centers around the Pollitt family, particularly the relationship between Brick, an alcoholic form
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Jan 17
Alex MacKenzie's Happy Camper Comedy Tour
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Alex MacKenzie's Happy Camper Comedy Tour

Join Alex Mackenzie as he shares uproarious tales from his travels, reflecting on the highs and lows of life on the road and the hilarious e
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Jan 18
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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Jan 18
Astronomy @ UPEI Public Viewing
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Astronomy @ UPEI Public Viewing

Join members of the UPEI Astronomy Club to look through the telescope at the moon, planets, stars, nebula, and galaxies, depending on the da
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Jan 18
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof: Jan 18
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof: Jan 18

This drama set in Mississippi in the 1950s centers around the Pollitt family, particularly the relationship between Brick, an alcoholic form
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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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