TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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This local craft shop was opened in 2021 and is used to showcase the owner’s pewter products as well as other artisan products. Along with these products, they now sell a variety of giftware, including themes T-shirts, island gifts, souvenirs, hats, scarves, home décor and cold island flavours. They also offer bike rentals that allow you to get around town efficiently.
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This local restaurant is very popular amongst locals and tourists alike, with many saying that they serve the best fish and chips in P.E.I. They are also known for their friendly staff and fast service. They are only open during the summer, so do not miss them. During these months, you can also expect to hear music from local artists or Maritime music as you walk in the door.
This local bed and breakfast was built in the 1870s and is characterized as being influenced by second empire architectural styles and includes the dominant mansard roof with dormers. This house has been acting as a B&B since the 1990s and is known for its friendly owners and great breakfast.
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The Points East Coastal Drive has more than 50 phenomenal beaches so close to one another you’d swear they were all one. Best of all, Points East Coastal Drive beaches have the warmest waters north of the Carolinas. These picturesque beaches are a great place to bathe in the sun and spend quality family time together.
This family campground is owned and operated by the Community of St. Peter’s Bay. It offers tenting and 3-way sites for all your camping needs. All sites are very accessible, and we have two sets of washroom facilities and two laundromats on the premises to serve you. Two pools are located on the site and are available for a fee that is not included in your camping fee.
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This local racetrack is home to the Lawn tractor racing club and frequently displays their races. This track, approximately 200 meters and located just outside St. Peters Bay, has been said to display races that simulate a live-action Mario cart. Races are typically held every weekend so make sure to check them out!
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Located just a few kilometres from St. Peters Bay is a peaceful place to stay in town. This bed and breakfast is known for their incredible quiche breakfast and friendly environment that makes you feel at home. There are two suites located in the owner’s larger house that are both equally as comfortable to stay in.
The St. Peters Harbour Lighthouse, constructed around 1878, is a 10.4-metre square, tapered, wooden tower surmounted by a superimposed gallery and an atypical hexagonal lantern. It has been moved several times but is now located on the north shore of Prince Edward Island. This lighthouse makes for a picturesque spot and has a great view over the coastline.
