{"id":132149,"date":"2026-02-18T14:06:52","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T13:06:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/"},"modified":"2026-02-22T21:55:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T20:55:03","slug":"green-gables-prince-edward-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Gables Heritage Place, PEI: 7 Things to See and Do"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;m standing on the porch of a white farmhouse with green shutters and a green roof, and I can literally feel the goosebumps rising. This is it. <strong>Green Gables on Prince Edward Island Canada<\/strong> \u2014 the place that made me cry over a book as a little girl, that made me want to dye my hair red (thankfully someone talked me out of it \ud83d\ude05), and that made us fly halfway around the world to a Canadian province most people hadn&#8217;t even heard of.<\/p>\n<p>And you know what? It was worth every single penny.<\/p>\n<p>Prince Edward Island \u2014 Canada&#8217;s smallest province \u2014 is a place where time has stood still. Red cliffs, endless beaches, potatoes as far as the eye can see (seriously, it&#8217;s the island&#8217;s main export \ud83d\ude01), and nestled among it all, Green Gables Heritage Place \u2014 the farmhouse that inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery to write one of the most famous children&#8217;s books in the world.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, you&#8217;ll find a <strong>complete guide to Green Gables on Prince Edward Island<\/strong> \u2014 from the Anne of Green Gables house itself to enchanting forest trails, red sand beaches, and the places where Montgomery was born and raised. I&#8217;ll tell you when to go, where to stay, how much it all costs, and what to expect so you can enjoy your visit stress-free and packed with memories.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bily-dum-se-zelenou-strechou.jpg\" alt=\"Anne of Green Gables house on Prince Edward Island Canada\" class=\"wp-image-129503\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bily-dum-se-zelenou-strechou.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bily-dum-se-zelenou-strechou-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bily-dum-se-zelenou-strechou-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bily-dum-se-zelenou-strechou-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bily-dum-se-zelenou-strechou-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#When_to_Go_and_How_to_Get_to_Prince_Edward_Island\" >When to Go and How to Get to Prince Edward Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Best_Time_to_Visit\" >Best Time to Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#How_to_Get_to_Prince_Edward_Island\" >How to Get to Prince Edward Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Where_to_Stay_and_How_Much_Green_Gables_and_Area_Cost\" >Where to Stay and How Much Green Gables and Area Cost<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Accommodation_in_Cavendish_and_Surroundings\" >Accommodation in Cavendish and Surroundings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Accommodation_in_Charlottetown\" >Accommodation in Charlottetown<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#How_Much_the_Whole_Visit_Costs\" >How Much the Whole Visit Costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_7_Things_You_Must_Not_Miss\" >Green Gables Heritage Place: 7 Things You Must Not Miss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#1_The_Green_Gables_House_%E2%80%94_Where_It_All_Began\" >1. The Green Gables House \u2014 Where It All Began<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#2_Haunted_Wood_Trail_%E2%80%94_A_Walk_Through_the_Enchanted_Forest\" >2. Haunted Wood Trail \u2014 A Walk Through the Enchanted Forest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#3_Lovers_Lane_%E2%80%94_The_Romantic_Walk_Anne_Loved_So_Much\" >3. Lovers Lane \u2014 The Romantic Walk Anne Loved So Much<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#4_Balsam_Hollow_Trail_%E2%80%94_For_Those_Who_Want_More_Nature\" >4. Balsam Hollow Trail \u2014 For Those Who Want More Nature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#5_Gardens_and_Farm_%E2%80%94_A_Slice_of_19th-Century_Life\" >5. Gardens and Farm \u2014 A Slice of 19th-Century Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#6_Visitor_Centre_and_Museum_%E2%80%94_The_Context_You_Need\" >6. Visitor Centre and Museum \u2014 The Context You Need<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#7_Sunset_at_Green_Gables_%E2%80%94_A_Bonus_for_the_Patient\" >7. Sunset at Green Gables \u2014 A Bonus for the Patient<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Around_Green_Gables_6_Places_to_Visit_in_Cavendish_and_on_PEI\" >Around Green Gables: 6 Places to Visit in Cavendish and on PEI<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#8_Cavendish_Beach_%E2%80%94_Red_Sand_and_Otherworldly_Dunes\" >8. Cavendish Beach \u2014 Red Sand and Otherworldly Dunes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#9_LM_Montgomery_Birthplace_%E2%80%94_Where_It_All_Really_Began\" >9. L.M. Montgomery Birthplace \u2014 Where It All Really Began<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#10_Avonlea_Village_%E2%80%94_A_Bit_Touristy_but_Charming\" >10. Avonlea Village \u2014 A Bit Touristy, but Charming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#11_Prince_Edward_Island_National_Park_%E2%80%94_Cliffs_Dunes_and_Endless_Beaches\" >11. Prince Edward Island National Park \u2014 Cliffs, Dunes, and Endless Beaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#12_Site_of_Lucy_Maud_Montgomerys_Cavendish_Home_%E2%80%94_Ruins_with_a_Soul\" >12. Site of Lucy Maud Montgomery&#8217;s Cavendish Home \u2014 Ruins with a Soul<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#13_Charlottetown_%E2%80%94_The_Capital_Where_Canada_Was_Born\" >13. Charlottetown \u2014 The Capital Where Canada Was Born<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#What_to_Eat_and_Drink_on_Prince_Edward_Island\" >What to Eat and Drink on Prince Edward Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Lobster_Is_King_%E2%80%94_and_You_Must_Try_It\" >Lobster Is King \u2014 and You Must Try It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Other_Food_You_Shouldnt_Miss\" >Other Food You Shouldn&#8217;t Miss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Where_to_Eat_Near_Green_Gables\" >Where to Eat Near Green Gables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Food_and_Prices_in_General\" >Food and Prices in General<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Practical_Tips_and_Advice\" >Practical Tips and Advice<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Getting_Around_the_Island\" >Getting Around the Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Weather_and_Clothing\" >Weather and Clothing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#How_to_Pack\" >How to Pack<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Internet_and_SIM_Card\" >Internet and SIM Card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Travel_Insurance\" >Travel Insurance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#FAQ_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Green_Gables_on_Prince_Edward_Island\" >FAQ \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions About Green Gables on Prince Edward Island<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Where_is_the_real_Green_Gables_house\" >Where is the real Green Gables house?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Is_Green_Gables_worth_visiting\" >Is Green Gables worth visiting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Is_Anne_of_Green_Gables_set_on_Prince_Edward_Island\" >Is Anne of Green Gables set on Prince Edward Island?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#Is_Anne_of_Green_Gables_based_on_a_true_story\" >Is Anne of Green Gables based on a true story?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#How_much_does_admission_to_Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_cost\" >How much does admission to Green Gables Heritage Place cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#How_much_time_do_I_need_for_Green_Gables\" >How much time do I need for Green Gables?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/green-gables-prince-edward-island\/#When_is_Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_open\" >When is Green Gables Heritage Place open?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TL_DR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Green Gables Heritage Place<\/strong> is located in Cavendish on the north shore of Prince Edward Island (PEI). It&#8217;s the real farmhouse that inspired L.M. Montgomery \u2014 and yes, it&#8217;s absolutely worth visiting, even if you haven&#8217;t read the book.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Admission<\/strong> is 8.50 CAD (approx. \u20ac6) per adult, children under 17 free. Open from May to October.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best time to visit<\/strong> is June or September \u2014 fewer tourists, lovely weather, reasonable accommodation prices.<\/li>\n<li>For the <strong>house tour and trails<\/strong>, allow 2\u20133 hours; for all of Cavendish and surroundings, easily a full day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Haunted Wood Trail and Lovers Lane<\/strong> are two enchanting trails right next to the house \u2014 both included in the admission price.<\/li>\n<li>A short drive from Green Gables is <strong>Cavendish Beach<\/strong> with red sand and dunes \u2014 one of the most beautiful beaches on PEI.<\/li>\n<li>Nearby you&#8217;ll also find the <strong>birthplace of L.M. Montgomery<\/strong>, the historic <strong>Avonlea Village<\/strong>, and other sites connected to the book.<\/li>\n<li>Accommodation in Cavendish ranges from around 120 CAD (approx. \u20ac80) per night for a motel to 300+ CAD for a luxury cottage.<\/li>\n<li>A car is practically essential on PEI \u2014 public transport outside Charlottetown is virtually non-existent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/radostny-skok-u-kocaru.jpg\" alt=\"Green Gables Heritage Place, PEI: A guide for all Anne of Green Gables fans\" class=\"wp-image-129512\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/radostny-skok-u-kocaru.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/radostny-skok-u-kocaru-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/radostny-skok-u-kocaru-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/radostny-skok-u-kocaru-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/radostny-skok-u-kocaru-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Go_and_How_to_Get_to_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Go_and_How_to_Get_to_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span>When to Go and How to Get to Prince Edward Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Timing your visit to Prince Edward Island matters more than you might think. The island is a seasonal destination, and outside the summer months, a lot of things simply don&#8217;t operate \u2014 closed restaurants, closed attractions, closed accommodation. It really is the kind of place that goes into hibernation in October and slowly wakes up in May.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit\"><\/span>Best Time to Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>June and September<\/strong> are, in our opinion, the absolute ideal months. In June, everything is freshly open, nature is in bloom, and there are significantly fewer tourists than in July and August. September offers stunning autumn colours (PEI is surprisingly amazing for fall foliage), temperatures around 15\u201320 \u00b0C, and peace and quiet.<\/p>\n<p><strong>July and August<\/strong> are peak season. Temperatures climb to around 25 \u00b0C, the water in the bays warms up enough for swimming (around 18\u201320 \u00b0C, which is a luxury by Canadian standards), and Green Gables is bursting at the seams. Expect queues, full car parks, and higher accommodation prices. If you have no other option, go first thing in the morning \u2014 around 9:00 it&#8217;s relatively calm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>May and October<\/strong> \u2014 Green Gables Heritage Place is open but with limited hours. Some trails and secondary attractions may be closed. The weather is unpredictable, but if you don&#8217;t mind a few extra layers and some flexibility, you might have the whole place almost to yourself.<\/p>\n<p><strong>November to April<\/strong> \u2014 Green Gables is closed. Cavendish is essentially a ghost town. Not recommended unless you enjoy existential solitude among snow-covered potato fields. \ud83d\ude05<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_to_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_to_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span>How to Get to Prince Edward Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are two main ways to reach the island:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Confederation Bridge<\/strong> \u2014 a 12.9 km long bridge connecting New Brunswick with PEI. It&#8217;s one of the longest bridges over ice-covered waters in the world, and the crossing itself is an experience. The toll is only charged when leaving the island \u2014 50.25 CAD (approx. \u20ac34) for a car. Arriving is free. Clever, right? They lure you in and then charge you to escape. \ud83d\ude01<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flying to Charlottetown<\/strong> \u2014 Charlottetown Airport (YYG) has connections to Toronto, Montr\u00e9al, Halifax, and other Canadian cities. From the UK, you&#8217;d typically fly via Toronto or Halifax. From Charlottetown to Cavendish (Green Gables) it&#8217;s about a 40-minute drive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ferry from Nova Scotia<\/strong> \u2014 Northumberland Ferries runs from Caribou (NS) to Wood Islands (PEI). The crossing takes 75 minutes and is a lovely experience. Prices are similar to the bridge toll.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning a <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/roadtrip-po-zapadu-kanady\/\">road trip across Western Canada<\/a> or combining it with the Maritimes, a car is by far the best option. We&#8217;ve had consistently great experiences with <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"RentalCars.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/rentalcars-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">RentalCars<\/a><\/strong>, which we use all over the world \u2014 and on PEI a car is absolutely essential since public transport outside the capital is practically non-existent.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/kocur-pred-zelenym-domem.jpg\" alt=\"Cat in front of the Green Gables house on PEI\" class=\"wp-image-129510\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/kocur-pred-zelenym-domem.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/kocur-pred-zelenym-domem-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/kocur-pred-zelenym-domem-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/kocur-pred-zelenym-domem-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/kocur-pred-zelenym-domem-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_and_How_Much_Green_Gables_and_Area_Cost\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_and_How_Much_Green_Gables_and_Area_Cost\"><\/span>Where to Stay and How Much Green Gables and Area Cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Accommodation on PEI during peak season (July\u2013August) is surprisingly expensive \u2014 the island is a popular holiday destination for Canadians from the east coast and capacity isn&#8217;t unlimited. In June and September, prices drop by 30\u201340%, which is yet another reason to visit outside peak season. You can search for the best deals on <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a><\/strong>, which usually has good coverage for PEI accommodation.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Cavendish_and_Surroundings\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Cavendish_and_Surroundings\"><\/span>Accommodation in Cavendish and Surroundings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you want to be as close to Green Gables as possible, Cavendish is the obvious choice. It&#8217;s a typical tourist village \u2014 motels, cottages, a few restaurants, and souvenir shops. It&#8217;s no architectural gem, but the location is perfect.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price overview per night (peak season):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Motel \/ budget:<\/strong> 120\u2013180 CAD (approx. \u20ac80\u2013120)<\/li>\n<li><strong>B&amp;B \/ farmstay:<\/strong> 150\u2013220 CAD (approx. \u20ac100\u2013150)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cottage with kitchen:<\/strong> 200\u2013350 CAD (approx. \u20ac135\u2013235)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Luxury resort:<\/strong> 300+ CAD (approx. \u20ac200+)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We stayed in one of the typical cottages with a small kitchenette and a porch \u2014 and honestly, it was absolutely perfect. We made coffee in the morning, gazed out at the meadow, and felt like we were living inside the book. At 200 CAD a night, it was a great deal.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Charlottetown\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_in_Charlottetown\"><\/span>Accommodation in Charlottetown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t mind a 40-minute drive to Cavendish, Charlottetown is an excellent base. It&#8217;s the capital of PEI with a charming town centre, restaurants, and nightlife (by the standards of an island with 170,000 people, that means two pubs and one theatre \ud83d\ude05). Prices are similar, but you get more choice and the option to combine Green Gables with other trips around the island.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_the_Whole_Visit_Costs\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_the_Whole_Visit_Costs\"><\/span>How Much the Whole Visit Costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rough budget for <strong>3 days \/ 2 nights for two<\/strong> (in peak season):<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accommodation: 400\u2013600 CAD (\u20ac270\u2013400)<\/li>\n<li>Car rental (3 days): 150\u2013250 CAD (\u20ac100\u2013170)<\/li>\n<li>Petrol: 40\u201360 CAD (\u20ac27\u201340)<\/li>\n<li>Admission to Green Gables + Avonlea Village: approx. 50 CAD (\u20ac34) for two<\/li>\n<li>Food and drink: 150\u2013250 CAD (\u20ac100\u2013170)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total: approx. 800\u20131,200 CAD (\u20ac540\u2013810) for two<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That&#8217;s without flights and the Confederation Bridge toll. If you go in September and save a bit on food (cook in your cottage!), you can easily come in under 800 CAD.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_7_Things_You_Must_Not_Miss\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_7_Things_You_Must_Not_Miss\"><\/span>Green Gables Heritage Place: 7 Things You Must Not Miss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let&#8217;s get to the main event \u2014 everything to see and do right at Green Gables Heritage Place. The entire complex falls under Parks Canada and includes not just the famous house but also several trails, museum exhibits, and beautifully maintained gardens. Allow a minimum of 2\u20133 hours, but you could easily spend half a day here, especially if you love nature walks.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Green_Gables_House_%E2%80%94_Where_It_All_Began\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Green_Gables_House_Where_It_All_Began\"><\/span>1. The Green Gables House \u2014 Where It All Began<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A white farmhouse with green shutters. That house. When you see it for the first time, it&#8217;s a strange feeling \u2014 like stepping into a book you read as a child. And in a way, that&#8217;s exactly what you&#8217;re doing.<\/p>\n<p>The house belonged to the Macneill family, who were cousins of Lucy Maud Montgomery. <strong>Young Lucy used to visit them here, and it was this very house \u2014 its location, the surrounding woods and meadows \u2014 that inspired the setting of Anne of Green Gables. The interior is furnished in the spirit of the story: you&#8217;ll see Anne&#8217;s room with the puffed sleeves (yes, they have the famous dress!), Marilla&#8217;s kitchen, Matthew&#8217;s room, and the cosy parlour.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The tour is self-guided \u2014 you walk through the house at your own pace, with information panels in English and French in every room. Parks Canada staff in period costumes are stationed throughout the house and are happy to answer questions. One of them told us how Montgomery used to name the trees in the surrounding forest as a child \u2014 and honestly, I nearly cried. \ud83d\ude05<\/p>\n<p><strong>Practical info:<\/strong> Admission is 8.50 CAD (approx. \u20ac6) per adult, youth aged 13\u201317 enter free, children under 12 free. The price includes the house, gardens, and all trails. Tickets can be purchased on-site or online on the Parks Canada website. In peak season, I recommend arriving right at opening (9:00) or after 16:00 \u2014 between 11:00 and 14:00 tour buses arrive and it gets very crowded.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gyg-iframe-container\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5em\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-gyg-wp-plugin\"><iframe style=\"border:0;height:100%;width:100%\" title=\"GetYourGuide activities widget\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame?widget=wp_activities&amp;currency=USD&amp;locale_code=en-GB&amp;number_of_items=3&amp;partner_id=MKZ64IS&amp;q=green%20gables\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Haunted_Wood_Trail_%E2%80%94_A_Walk_Through_the_Enchanted_Forest\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Haunted_Wood_Trail_A_Walk_Through_the_Enchanted_Forest\"><\/span>2. Haunted Wood Trail \u2014 A Walk Through the Enchanted Forest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This trail is an absolute must. The Haunted Wood is the place Anne imagined to be full of ghosts, fairies, and secrets \u2014 and when you walk the trail, you&#8217;ll understand why.<\/p>\n<p>The trail is about <strong>1 km<\/strong> long and winds through dense spruce forest with moss-covered stones and roots jutting out of the ground like the hands of forest sprites (okay, now I understand why Montgomery called it the Haunted Wood). The path is well-maintained, with wooden boardwalks over the wetter sections. Along the route, you&#8217;ll find panels with quotes from the book \u2014 and even if you haven&#8217;t read the original, the atmosphere is absolutely magical.<\/p>\n<p>The whole walk takes about 20\u201330 minutes, but I recommend not rushing. Stop, breathe in the scent of spruce and pine needles, listen to the birds. It&#8217;s one of those rare moments when tourism and nature work in perfect harmony.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re here in September or October, the autumn colours in Haunted Wood are absolutely breathtaking \u2014 reds, oranges, and golds.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/prochazka-lesni-cestou.jpg\" alt=\"Walking through the Haunted Wood Trail at Green Gables Heritage Place\" class=\"wp-image-129511\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/prochazka-lesni-cestou.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/prochazka-lesni-cestou-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/prochazka-lesni-cestou-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/prochazka-lesni-cestou-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/prochazka-lesni-cestou-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Lovers_Lane_%E2%80%94_The_Romantic_Walk_Anne_Loved_So_Much\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Lovers_Lane_The_Romantic_Walk_Anne_Loved_So_Much\"><\/span>3. Lovers Lane \u2014 The Romantic Walk Anne Loved So Much<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Lovers Lane is the second of the iconic trails right next to Green Gables, and personally, I found it even more beautiful than the Haunted Wood. It&#8217;s a <strong>narrow forest path lined with old trees<\/strong> whose canopies connect above you, creating a green tunnel.<\/p>\n<p>In the book, this is where Anne would go to dream and think \u2014 and that&#8217;s exactly the feeling you get. The trail is flat, easy, about <strong>800 metres<\/strong> long, and leads through a meadow to the forest. We met exactly two people here, which in contrast to the crowds at the house was wonderful.<\/p>\n<p>Montgomery wrote about this place: <em>&#8220;That lane is one of the prettiest places in the world.&#8221;<\/em> And she was right. If you&#8217;re on PEI with a partner (or by yourself \u2014 self-love counts!), it&#8217;s the ideal spot for a romantic stroll.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Balsam_Hollow_Trail_%E2%80%94_For_Those_Who_Want_More_Nature\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Balsam_Hollow_Trail_For_Those_Who_Want_More_Nature\"><\/span>4. Balsam Hollow Trail \u2014 For Those Who Want More Nature<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If Haunted Wood and Lovers Lane aren&#8217;t enough (and you&#8217;re like us and could spend the whole day in the woods), Balsam Hollow Trail is a longer loop that takes you deeper into the landscape around Green Gables.<\/p>\n<p>The trail is about <strong>1.5 km<\/strong> long and winds through meadows, forests, and along a brook. It&#8217;s a bit less &#8220;manicured&#8221; than the previous two trails \u2014 more nature, fewer information panels \u2014 and that&#8217;s precisely what makes it beautiful. The terrain is uneven in places, so I recommend comfortable <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/boty-na-turistiku\/\">hiking boots<\/a> or at least sturdy trainers.<\/p>\n<p>In spring, wildflowers bloom here and you might spot small fish in the streams. In autumn, it&#8217;s a colourful paradise. And in summer, it&#8217;s a pleasantly cool escape from the sun on the beach.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicky-kocur-u-domu.jpg\" alt=\"Historical carriage at Green Gables Heritage Place\" class=\"wp-image-129509\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicky-kocur-u-domu.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicky-kocur-u-domu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicky-kocur-u-domu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicky-kocur-u-domu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicky-kocur-u-domu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Gardens_and_Farm_%E2%80%94_A_Slice_of_19th-Century_Life\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Gardens_and_Farm_A_Slice_of_19th_Century_Life\"><\/span>5. Gardens and Farm \u2014 A Slice of 19th-Century Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Around the Green Gables house are beautifully maintained <strong>flower gardens<\/strong> that give you a sense of what the farm looked like at the end of the 19th century. Lavender, roses, herbs \u2014 and behind the house, a small orchard of apple trees.<\/p>\n<p>During the season, Parks Canada organises <strong>interpretive programmes<\/strong> \u2014 guides in period clothing demonstrate household tasks from the era in which the story takes place. We watched a woman churning butter and explaining how laundry was done without a washing machine. My mum declared we wouldn&#8217;t survive a week. I agree. \ud83d\ude05<\/p>\n<p>For families with children, there&#8217;s also a small <strong>barn with farming tools<\/strong> and interactive exhibits \u2014 kids can try out what life on a farm was like. It&#8217;s charming, low-key, and educational without being boring.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Visitor_Centre_and_Museum_%E2%80%94_The_Context_You_Need\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Visitor_Centre_and_Museum_The_Context_You_Need\"><\/span>6. Visitor Centre and Museum \u2014 The Context You Need<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before entering the house itself, pop into the <strong>Visitor Centre<\/strong> right by the car park. There&#8217;s a permanent exhibition about L.M. Montgomery&#8217;s life, the history of the book, and how a farmhouse became a world-famous tourist attraction.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll find the <strong>first edition of the book from 1908<\/strong>, photographs from Montgomery&#8217;s childhood, letters, and other artefacts. For fans of the book, it&#8217;s an absolute treasure. For everyone else, it provides context that makes the subsequent visit to the house and trails so much more meaningful.<\/p>\n<p>In the gift shop, you can buy everything from bookmarks and teas to replicas of Anne&#8217;s red braids (yes, really). \ud83d\ude01<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicka-kuchyne-interieru.jpg\" alt=\"Historical kitchen interior at Green Gables Heritage Place\" class=\"wp-image-129507\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicka-kuchyne-interieru.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicka-kuchyne-interieru-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicka-kuchyne-interieru-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicka-kuchyne-interieru-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/historicka-kuchyne-interieru-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Sunset_at_Green_Gables_%E2%80%94_A_Bonus_for_the_Patient\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Sunset_at_Green_Gables_A_Bonus_for_the_Patient\"><\/span>7. Sunset at Green Gables \u2014 A Bonus for the Patient<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your schedule is flexible, try to stay at Green Gables until the evening. The site usually closes around 17:00 (depending on the month), but the trails around it remain accessible longer. <strong>The sunset over the meadows and forests<\/strong> surrounding the house is one of the most beautiful experiences PEI has to offer.<\/p>\n<p>Sit on the bench behind the house, watch the sun paint the white walls pink and gold, and you&#8217;ll understand why Montgomery wrote about this place with such love. There are moments when tourism stops being tourism and simply becomes \u2014 life.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Around_Green_Gables_6_Places_to_Visit_in_Cavendish_and_on_PEI\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Around_Green_Gables_6_Places_to_Visit_in_Cavendish_and_on_PEI\"><\/span>Around Green Gables: 6 Places to Visit in Cavendish and on PEI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Green Gables Heritage Place may be the main attraction, but the surrounding area is full of other places worth visiting. Cavendish and the north shore of PEI offer stunning beaches, more Montgomery-related sites, and some of the best lobster in the world. Here are the best things to do in the area.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Cavendish_Beach_%E2%80%94_Red_Sand_and_Otherworldly_Dunes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Cavendish_Beach_Red_Sand_and_Otherworldly_Dunes\"><\/span>8. Cavendish Beach \u2014 Red Sand and Otherworldly Dunes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A stone&#8217;s throw from Green Gables (literally a 5-minute drive) lies one of Canada&#8217;s most photographed beaches. <strong>Cavendish Beach<\/strong> is part of Prince Edward Island National Park and features something you won&#8217;t see anywhere else \u2014 <strong>red sand<\/strong>. That peculiar, brick-red hue is caused by a high iron oxide content in the soil, and against the turquoise water of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, it creates scenery that will take your breath away.<\/p>\n<p>The beach is vast and wide, with impressive <strong>sandstone cliffs and dunes<\/strong> in the background. The water is surprisingly pleasant in summer (18\u201321 \u00b0C in July and August) \u2014 definitely swimmable, if not warm. Outside the season, it&#8217;s an ideal spot for walks and collecting shells.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Practical info:<\/strong> Beach parking costs 8 CAD (approx. \u20ac5.50) per day, or you can use a Parks Canada Discovery Pass if you plan to visit multiple spots in the national park. There are toilets, showers, and a small refreshment kiosk. In July and August, there&#8217;s a lifeguard on duty.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Come in the morning \u2014 the sand is beautifully smooth from the tide, there are very few people, and the light is perfect for photos.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_LM_Montgomery_Birthplace_%E2%80%94_Where_It_All_Really_Began\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_LM_Montgomery_Birthplace_Where_It_All_Really_Began\"><\/span>9. L.M. Montgomery Birthplace \u2014 Where It All Really Began<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>About 5 km from Green Gables, in New London, stands a small <strong>white house where Lucy Maud Montgomery was born on 30 November 1874<\/strong>. It&#8217;s a modest building \u2014 much smaller and simpler than Green Gables \u2014 but for true fans, it&#8217;s a pilgrimage site.<\/p>\n<p>Inside you&#8217;ll find personal belongings of Montgomery, her wedding dress (beautiful, simple, period-appropriate), a replica of her wedding bed, and copies of her diaries. The guides are usually local volunteers who know absolutely everything about Montgomery \u2014 ask them any question and you&#8217;ll get a fifteen-minute answer packed with fascinating details.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Admission:<\/strong> 5 CAD (approx. \u20ac3.50) per adult. Open from June to September. The visit takes about 30\u201345 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>A short distance from the house is also the site where her grandparents&#8217; house once stood \u2014 where she grew up \u2014 sadly it hasn&#8217;t survived, but there&#8217;s a memorial plaque and a beautiful view of the landscape that shaped her imagination.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Avonlea_Village_%E2%80%94_A_Bit_Touristy_but_Charming\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Avonlea_Village_A_Bit_Touristy_but_Charming\"><\/span>10. Avonlea Village \u2014 A Bit Touristy, but Charming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I&#8217;ll be honest with you \u2014 <strong>Avonlea Village<\/strong> is a commercial attraction, and at first glance it might feel a bit kitschy. But then you step inside, see the Victorian-style houses, children in period costumes, and a lady offering you homemade pie, and your heart melts.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a <strong>replica of a village from the Anne of Green Gables era<\/strong> with shops, a chocolatier, a blacksmith, and a small theatre staging scenes from the book. For families with children, it&#8217;s fantastic \u2014 young visitors can try period games, wear costumes, and &#8220;live&#8221; in Anne&#8217;s world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Admission:<\/strong> approx. 15 CAD (\u20ac10) per adult. In peak season it&#8217;s open daily; outside the season with a limited programme.<\/p>\n<p>My honest assessment? If you&#8217;re a fan of the book or have children, go. If you&#8217;re only interested in nature and history, skip it and spend your time on the beaches and trails instead. But that pie is sinfully good. \u263a\ufe0f<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"848\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/62d1ba655e164f3b9e20ff03_4527-1620649122.jpg\" alt=\"Avonlea Village on Prince Edward Island\" class=\"wp-image-129515\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/62d1ba655e164f3b9e20ff03_4527-1620649122.jpg 848w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/62d1ba655e164f3b9e20ff03_4527-1620649122-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/62d1ba655e164f3b9e20ff03_4527-1620649122-700x413.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/62d1ba655e164f3b9e20ff03_4527-1620649122-768x453.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/62d1ba655e164f3b9e20ff03_4527-1620649122-696x410.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Prince_Edward_Island_National_Park_%E2%80%94_Cliffs_Dunes_and_Endless_Beaches\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Prince_Edward_Island_National_Park_Cliffs_Dunes_and_Endless_Beaches\"><\/span>11. Prince Edward Island National Park \u2014 Cliffs, Dunes, and Endless Beaches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Green Gables Heritage Place is technically part of <strong>PEI National Park<\/strong>, but most visitors only see the car park and the house. What a shame! The national park stretches across <strong>60 km of the island&#8217;s north shore<\/strong> and offers some of the most beautiful beaches and natural scenery in all of eastern Canada.<\/p>\n<p>Besides Cavendish Beach, you&#8217;ll find:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brackley Beach<\/strong> \u2014 wider, quieter, popular with locals<\/li>\n<li><strong>Greenwich<\/strong> \u2014 with a unique system of moving dunes (there&#8217;s also a beautiful boardwalk trail)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dalvay Beach<\/strong> \u2014 elegant, peaceful, next to the historic Dalvay by the Sea hotel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The park also features several cycling and hiking trails. <strong>Homestead Trail<\/strong> (8 km) is a beautiful route through forests and meadows, while <strong>Gulf Shore Way<\/strong> offers coastal views that will take your breath away.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you plan to spend more than two days on PEI, get a Parks Canada Discovery Pass (72.25 CAD \/ approx. \u20ac49 for a family for the whole year) \u2014 it pays for itself after just three park visits.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cervene-pobrezi-s-rasami.jpg\" alt=\"Red coastline at Prince Edward Island National Park\" class=\"wp-image-129516\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cervene-pobrezi-s-rasami.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cervene-pobrezi-s-rasami-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cervene-pobrezi-s-rasami-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cervene-pobrezi-s-rasami-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cervene-pobrezi-s-rasami-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Site_of_Lucy_Maud_Montgomerys_Cavendish_Home_%E2%80%94_Ruins_with_a_Soul\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Site_of_Lucy_Maud_Montgomerys_Cavendish_Home_Ruins_with_a_Soul\"><\/span>12. Site of Lucy Maud Montgomery&#8217;s Cavendish Home \u2014 Ruins with a Soul<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This tip is for true Montgomery fans, but it&#8217;s worth mentioning. A few minutes from Green Gables are the <strong>foundations of the house where Lucy Maud grew up with her Macneill grandparents<\/strong>. The house itself no longer stands, but the foundations, garden, and \u2014 most importantly \u2014 the surrounding landscape that Montgomery describes in her diaries have been preserved.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s a small museum (more of a booth) with copies of her diaries and photographs. Admission is by voluntary donation. The site itself is unassuming, but it has a peculiar atmosphere \u2014 you&#8217;re standing in the place where a ten-year-old girl dreamed up stories that would one day be read by millions of people around the world.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Charlottetown_%E2%80%94_The_Capital_Where_Canada_Was_Born\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Charlottetown_The_Capital_Where_Canada_Was_Born\"><\/span>13. Charlottetown \u2014 The Capital Where Canada Was Born<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you have more time on PEI (and I recommend you do!), head to <strong>Charlottetown<\/strong>. It may be the capital of Canada&#8217;s smallest province, but it has incredible charm \u2014 colourful Victorian houses, a pleasant harbour promenade, excellent restaurants, and the title of &#8220;Birthplace of Confederation&#8221; (the place where, in 1864, the idea of a united Canada was born).<\/p>\n<p>Stroll along <strong>Victoria Row<\/strong> \u2014 a street full of restaurants and caf\u00e9s with terraces. Visit <strong>Province House<\/strong>, where the historic conference took place. And if you&#8217;re here in the evening, try to catch the musical <strong>&#8220;Anne of Green Gables \u2013 The Musical&#8221;<\/strong> at the Confederation Centre of the Arts \u2014 it&#8217;s been running every summer since 1965 and is the longest-running musical in Canada.<\/p>\n<p>From Charlottetown, it takes about 40 minutes to reach Cavendish via Route 13, so it&#8217;s easy to combine a city and nature itinerary.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/muz-s-humrami.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh lobster on Prince Edward Island\" class=\"wp-image-129517\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/muz-s-humrami.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/muz-s-humrami-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/muz-s-humrami-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/muz-s-humrami-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/muz-s-humrami-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Eat_and_Drink_on_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Eat_and_Drink_on_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span>What to Eat and Drink on Prince Edward Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You eat well on PEI \u2014 and above all, fresh. Here are some tips that will save both your stomach and your budget.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lobster_Is_King_%E2%80%94_and_You_Must_Try_It\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lobster_Is_King_and_You_Must_Try_It\"><\/span>Lobster Is King \u2014 and You Must Try It<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Prince Edward Island is one of the best places in the world for <strong>fresh lobster<\/strong>. Seriously, it&#8217;s not a clich\u00e9. Lobster is on practically every other menu and prices are significantly lower than in Toronto or Montr\u00e9al. A <strong>lobster roll<\/strong> is a local speciality \u2014 expect to pay around 18\u201325 CAD (\u20ac12\u201317).<\/p>\n<p>In Cavendish, I recommend <strong>Fisherman&#8217;s Wharf Lobster Suppers<\/strong> \u2014 touristy, yes, but the lobster is fresh and the portions are enormous. For a more authentic experience, head to one of the local <strong>lobster suppers<\/strong> \u2014 community dinners where locals serve you a whole lobster with potato, corn, and coleslaw. They cost around 40\u201355 CAD (\u20ac27\u201337) for the full meal and it&#8217;s an experience you won&#8217;t forget.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Food_You_Shouldnt_Miss\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Food_You_Shouldnt_Miss\"><\/span>Other Food You Shouldn&#8217;t Miss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PEI mussels<\/strong> \u2014 the island is famous for its mussel farming. You&#8217;ll find them in every restaurant, usually steamed in white wine with garlic. A portion costs around 15\u201320 CAD.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potatoes<\/strong> \u2014 PEI is the &#8220;Potato Province&#8221; of Canada. Yes, they take their potatoes seriously here. Try a <strong>loaded baked potato<\/strong> or <strong>poutine<\/strong> (chips with cheese curds and gravy \u2014 a Qu\u00e9bec classic, but PEI does its own version).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cows Ice Cream<\/strong> \u2014 a local ice cream parlour famous across Canada. You&#8217;ll find it in Cavendish and Charlottetown. Flavours like Wowie Cowie (chocolate with brownies) are dangerously addictive. \ud83d\ude05<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh oysters<\/strong> \u2014 Malpeque Bay oysters are world-renowned. Half a dozen for about 15 CAD.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Eat_Near_Green_Gables\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Eat_Near_Green_Gables\"><\/span>Where to Eat Near Green Gables<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Pearl Eatery (Charlottetown)<\/strong> \u2014 a farm-to-table restaurant with an excellent tasting menu. Pricier, but worth it for a special occasion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Carr&#8217;s Oyster Bar (Stanley Bridge)<\/strong> \u2014 15 minutes from Cavendish, right by the river. Fresh oysters, mussels, and lobster rolls in a casual atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Glasgow Glen Farm<\/strong> \u2014 a farm producing Gouda cheese. You can take a tour and sample the cheeses. Admission free, you&#8217;ll leave with a kilogram of cheese. (Or two. No judgement.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Schoolhouse Brewery (Stanley Bridge)<\/strong> \u2014 a microbrewery in a former school. Local beers and simple food. Cosy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Food_and_Prices_in_General\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Food_and_Prices_in_General\"><\/span>Food and Prices in General<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Expect food on PEI to be slightly more expensive than in other parts of Canada (island logistics, seasonality). Lunch at a restaurant for two will run you 40\u201370 CAD (\u20ac27\u201347), dinner with lobster 80\u2013130 CAD (\u20ac54\u201388). If you have accommodation with a kitchen, shop at the local Sobeys or Co-op supermarket \u2014 you&#8217;ll save money and can prepare fresh seafood yourself (lobsters are sold live!).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Tips_and_Advice\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Tips_and_Advice\"><\/span>Practical Tips and Advice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_Around_the_Island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_Around_the_Island\"><\/span>Getting Around the Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You need a car on PEI. Public transport outside Charlottetown is virtually non-existent. The roads are in good condition, traffic is minimal, and navigation is straightforward \u2014 the island is about 200 km long and 50 km wide. Petrol costs around 1.60\u20131.80 CAD\/litre (approx. \u20ac1.10\u20131.20).<\/p>\n<p>Look for affordable flights to PEI (via Toronto or Halifax) on <strong>Kiwi<\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s our go-to portal for finding the best flight deals.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weather_and_Clothing\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weather_and_Clothing\"><\/span>Weather and Clothing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Even in summer, expect cooler evenings (12\u201315 \u00b0C) and the occasional rain shower. Layers are essential. In spring and autumn, add a waterproof jacket and a scarf. For the trails around Green Gables, comfortable trainers will do, but for longer hikes in the national park, I recommend proper <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/boty-na-turistiku\/\">hiking boots<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Pack\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Pack\"><\/span>How to Pack<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re flying to PEI with carry-on only (and if you&#8217;re flying with multiple connections, I recommend it), check out our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/jak-se-zabalit-do-prirucniho-zavazadla\/\">how to pack in carry-on luggage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internet_and_SIM_Card\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internet_and_SIM_Card\"><\/span>Internet and SIM Card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Canada is notorious for insane mobile data prices. If you don&#8217;t want to pay roaming charges, consider an <strong>eSIM from <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holafly\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/holafly\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Holafly<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 we use it on all our trips outside Europe and it works brilliantly. You can find all the details in our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/holafly-recenze\/\">Holafly review<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_Insurance\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_Insurance\"><\/span>Travel Insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Medical care in Canada is extremely expensive for tourists \u2014 a simple A&#038;E visit can cost thousands of dollars. Travel insurance is a necessity, not a luxury. For shorter trips, we recommend reading our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/safetywing-recenze\/\">SafetyWing review<\/a>, where we compare different options.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Green_Gables_on_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Green_Gables_on_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span>FAQ \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions About Green Gables on Prince Edward Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771325559000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_real_Green_Gables_house\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_real_Green_Gables_house\"><\/span>Where is the real Green Gables house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>The real house that inspired Green Gables from the Anne of Green Gables book is located in <strong>Cavendish on Prince Edward Island in Canada<\/strong>. It&#8217;s part of Green Gables Heritage Place, managed by Parks Canada. The address is 8619 Route 6, Cavendish, PE C0A 1N0. It&#8217;s about a 40-minute drive from Charlottetown (the capital of PEI).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771325559001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Green_Gables_worth_visiting\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Green_Gables_worth_visiting\"><\/span>Is Green Gables worth visiting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>Absolutely \u2014 even if you haven&#8217;t read the book. The house itself is beautifully furnished in period style, but the real magic lies in the surrounding nature. The <strong>Haunted Wood<\/strong> and <strong>Lovers Lane<\/strong> trails are gorgeous walks through forest and meadows. Combined with nearby <strong>Cavendish Beach<\/strong> (a red sand beach) and other attractions in the area, you can easily make it a wonderful full-day trip or weekend getaway.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771325559002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Anne_of_Green_Gables_set_on_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Anne_of_Green_Gables_set_on_Prince_Edward_Island\"><\/span>Is Anne of Green Gables set on Prince Edward Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>Yes! The entire story of Anne of Green Gables takes place on <strong>Prince Edward Island<\/strong>, specifically in the fictional town of Avonlea, which was inspired by the real Cavendish. Author Lucy Maud Montgomery grew up here and described PEI&#8217;s landscape in vivid detail \u2014 the red roads, green hills, sea, and forests. PEI remains inseparably linked with Anne, and hundreds of thousands of fans visit from around the world every year, particularly from Japan, where the book is incredibly popular.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771325559003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Anne_of_Green_Gables_based_on_a_true_story\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Anne_of_Green_Gables_based_on_a_true_story\"><\/span>Is Anne of Green Gables based on a true story?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>Partially. Anne Shirley isn&#8217;t a real person, but Lucy Maud Montgomery drew from her <strong>own childhood<\/strong> on Prince Edward Island. Like Anne, Montgomery was raised by relatives (in her case, grandparents), had a vivid imagination, and loved nature. The Green Gables house belonged to the Macneill family \u2014 Montgomery&#8217;s cousins \u2014 and young Lucy used to visit them there. The landscape, house, and some characters have real-life counterparts, but the story itself is fiction.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771325559004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_admission_to_Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_cost\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_admission_to_Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_cost\"><\/span>How much does admission to Green Gables Heritage Place cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>Admission for adults is <strong>8.50 CAD<\/strong> (approx. \u20ac6). Youth aged 13\u201317 and children under 12 enter <strong>free<\/strong>. The price includes the house tour, visitor centre, gardens, and all trails (Haunted Wood, Lovers Lane, Balsam Hollow). Tickets can be purchased on-site or online on the Parks Canada website. If you also plan to visit other sites in PEI National Park, a Parks Canada Discovery Pass is worthwhile.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771325559005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_time_do_I_need_for_Green_Gables\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_time_do_I_need_for_Green_Gables\"><\/span>How much time do I need for Green Gables?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>For the house tour and visitor centre, allow <strong>45\u201360 minutes<\/strong>. If you also want to walk the Haunted Wood and Lovers Lane trails (and I highly recommend it!), add another hour. For the entire site including gardens and walks, the ideal time is <strong>2\u20133 hours<\/strong>. If you add nearby Cavendish Beach, Montgomery&#8217;s birthplace, and lunch, it can easily become a <strong>full-day trip<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1771325559006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_open\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_Green_Gables_Heritage_Place_open\"><\/span>When is Green Gables Heritage Place open?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>Green Gables Heritage Place is open seasonally, usually from <strong>May to October<\/strong>. During peak season (July\u2013August), opening hours are the longest \u2014 typically 9:00 to 17:00 or 18:00. In May, June, September, and October, hours are reduced (10:00\u201316:00). In winter, the site is closed. Check the Parks Canada website for exact hours for the current season \u2014 I recommend verifying before your trip as they may vary from year to year.   <em>Visiting Green Gables on Prince Edward Island was one of those travel experiences that isn&#8217;t about adrenaline, exoticism, or luxury \u2014 but about a feeling. The feeling of returning somewhere you&#8217;ve never actually been, but where you felt at home as a child. And if you ever, however long ago, loved Anne of Green Gables \u2014 this place is for you. \u263a\ufe0f<\/em>   <em>And if you didn&#8217;t? Go anyway. The red sand, spruce forests, and lobster are worth it even without the sentiment.<\/em> \ud83d\ude01<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you love Anne of Green Gables, you absolutely shouldn&#8217;t skip Prince Edward Island when visiting the Maritimes. Here are 7 tips on what to see and do there.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":129506,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Green Gables Heritage Place, Prince Edward Island Canada","rank_math_description":"Complete guide to Green Gables Heritage Place on Prince Edward Island Canada \u2014 what to see, trails, costs &amp; tips. 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