Alberton Itinerary

Known as the Heart of West Prince, the small town of Alberton is located in Prince County on the northwest shore of the Island. It was incorporated in 1913 and has a population of just over 1,100 people. Alberton is rich with fishing and farming and has all the services that you may need.

Enjoy the best of Alberton with these top 10 insider tips:

1. Breakfast at the Alberton Bakery is a must. Stock up on some treats for the road.
2. Discover local history at the Alberton Museum & Genealogy Centre, which was built in 1878 as the Alberton Courthouse. It is a national historic site and a designated provincial historic site.
3. Explore the Confederation Trail and visit the Alberton Stone Station.
4. Have your camera ready as the fishers dock at Northport Harbour. You could even see a Giant Bluefin tuna landing.
5. Spend some time wandering the marina and gift shops at the Northport Pier before dinner at the onsite Northport Pier Restaurant that specializes in seafood, of course!
6. Paddle from the Northport Harbour for great views of the Cascumpec Lighthouse. Rentals available at Kildare Lodge. 
7. Make a dinner reservation at the Albert & Crown Pub for live entertainment, the Best of Up West. Call for details.
8. Cool off with a swim or stretch your legs at nearby Jacques Cartier Provincial Park.
9. Book a tee time at Mill River Golf Club.
10. Learn the sport of striped bass fishing with an outfitter from Richard's Bait and Tackle.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of this small up-west town of Alberton.