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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedMar 31, 2023
How long is the drive from Cavendish to Moncton?
The direct drive from Cavendish to Moncton is 97 mi (156 km), and should have a drive time of 2 hrs 11 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Cavendish to Moncton, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Charlottetown, as well as top places to visit like Victoria Row and Confederation Centre of the Arts, or the ever-popular St. Dunstan's Basilica.
Charlottetown serves as the capital city of Prince Edward Island, Canada. It is situated on the southern part of the province and holds importance as Province House National Historic Site where Charlottetown Conference of 1864 took place leading to the formation of Canada. Tourists can explore a variety of shops and restaurants in Victoria Row as well as visit Confederation Centre of Arts for its musical depicting "Anne of Green Gables." Gothic Revival St.
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22 minutes off the main route, 22% of way to Moncton
Best stops along Cavendish to Moncton drive
The top stops along the way from Cavendish to Moncton (with short detours) are Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, Green Gables Heritage Place, and Confederation Centre of the Arts. Other popular stops include Magnetic Hill Zoo, Cavendish Beach, Prince Edward Island National Park, and Giant Lobster.
St. Dunstan's Basilica Cathedral is a magnificent French Gothic church with impressive spires, intricate stained-glass windows, and other Gothic Revival elements. It was constructed in 1913 using the remains of its predecessor that had been damaged by fire earlier that year. Serving as the fourth church on the site, this historic monument is one of Charlottetown's most prominent landmarks and stands out due to its soaring spires that adorn the city skyline. The structural design of St.
Peaceful, magnificent and beautiful place of worship. A must-visit place in Charlottetown.
Travel Bug — Google review
Beautiful! The details in the architecture is amazing. Everywhere you turn your eye, there is something to see. The stained glass detail is sublime - vibrant and detailed! There is a boat encapsulated in glass that is so small and the story behind the bishop building it is very interesting. Full story is provided beside the boat itself! Very baroque style building that reminds me of the ones I got to experience in Paris. Worth seeing.
nsmithe — Google review
Visited Charlottetown in 2016. Very impressed with all those sculptures around the city.
Kan He — Google review
Nice place to pray and l spend time with the lord. Very peaceful.
Joy Fajardo — Google review
Beautiful, peaceful, and well cared for church. We are thankful to have been able to tour this place that holds so much history to the area and spiritual significance. The architecture is incredible and can be appreciated by anyone. Those who have a Christian faith will be additionally blessed.
Deborah Shepherd — Google review
A beautiful stone built church in 1916 ! It's the Cathedral of the Diocese of Charlottetown in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada. It is named for St. Dunstan the Anglo Saxon saint from Glastonbury. It is located on Great George Street, between the harbour and the Confederation Centre of the Arts.
Helen HL Leung — Google review
Landmark bulding always watch from stratbridge love to visit nice place clam peaceful prayer candles
Kawal — Google review
You can observe the inside except during worship times. Wonderful glass art and magnificent interior. Sights of PEI.
OHSU KWON — Google review
Beautiful Basilica built in 1897 right in the heart of Charlottetown. Unbelievable architecture, vaulted ceilings, all marble pillars and statues. Magnificent !!
Bob Bryant — Google review
Beautiful stunning church with it's stained glass windows, Gothic art and architecture. Located in downtown Charlottetown. Walking distance from Victoria row and right across from Province House on George street.
Mat Bienczyk — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. What a great place to visit! Even if you're not Christian, the colors and thr architecture are amazing. There was a reverence inside the building which was breathtaking. The ceilings, the stained glass, all of it were amazing. I would love just to sit in there for a while and take it all in. Definetly a great place to stop while your walking around the town. Even if you choose not to go inside.
Morgan Baker — Google review
Beautiful church. I attended a music Christmas concert and was amazed by the performance. The church was magical that night.
Ben Locche — Google review
This is a beautiful church in the heart of the city. Very easy walkability. The impressive spires can be seen from just about everywhere.
Mary Elizabeth Wing — Google review
A stunning cathedral. Love the modern glass windows. Certainly a must visit place in Charlotte
Tim Newman — Google review
Beautiful building, but the environment was terrible. First, the church is only open for mass/prayer and is not open at all for visiting, which is not good in my opinion as the building deserves attention from the public. Despite all these barriers, my mom and I were set to see this beautiful building and dressed in our Sunday best to see the basilica at Sunday mass. As we walked in, we felt immediately that we were unwelcome. So we peeked around a bit (some guy followed us as if he thought our activity were suspicious). Might I add my mom and I are both Persian, although we are both Canadian citizens, I was born in Canada and she has been in Canada for 21 years. Nevertheless, the atmosphere made us feel uncomfortable, so we left after two minutes. The moment we left, the man who followed us around inside placed a sign outside the Basilica reading “No Visitors”. We tried to snap a picture of it but he changed his mind and brought it back inside very quickly. Overall, not a great experience but the basilica was beautiful. 0/5 stars for experience, 5/5 for objective beauty of the basilica to give a rough average of 2/5 stars.
Lida Magnus — Google review
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45 Great George St, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4K1, Canada
Victoria Row in Charlottetown is a charming street filled with culinary delights and shopping opportunities. During the warm summer months, visitors can enjoy indoor and outdoor dining options accompanied by live jazz music from local musicians. The ambiance is enhanced by candlelit dinners under large umbrellas. In addition to dining, Victoria Row offers traffic-free shopping experiences, including the popular Anne of Green Gables Shop.
Beautiful downtown Charlottetown in PEI. The Father's of Confederation came here with a vision. It is called Canada. Spring through to the Fall is a perfect time to visit. Lots to do in this city and throughout Prince Edward Island. Food is fantastic.
Brian Willis — Google review
Not as good in the winter as it is in the summer. A few shops were open, the store with all the handmade knitting stuff was amazing. Staff were so friendly and kind.
Janette Whittemore — Google review
Nice boutiques and gift shops located at Victoria row. Trendy downtown feel and amazing for a walk. One can find many cafes, restaurants and charming old buildings built in late 1800s and early 1900s.
Devika B — Google review
Short pedestrian only street on certain days such as Canada Day, what it lacks in length it gains in colour and variety of food and shops. There are also bandstands that host musicians playing live music of all sorts. The picnic tables painted in all sorts of color represents the east coast well.
Master iOqY — Google review
Victoria Row was a unique experience! I loved having an area that was pedestrian only. There were some really good restaurants, with fully open storefronts and patio seating; and some lovely shops. It's really worth taking some time to stroll along this area
Heidi S (A Drop of Wellness) — Google review
My review for Victoria row is only for an event that occurred Saturday September 23rd 2023. The Moonlight Bazaar.
The street party was very nice to go to. Live music and dj , as well as food vendors and other things like artisans and soaps etc.....
The giant inflatable moon with illuminance was cool too.
Neat little experience!
M — Google review
Great venue for street events, security was present although so were lots of grass smokers.
TONY Gladstone — Google review
The street is only for pedestrians, so it is walkable with restaurants along the way with seating along the street. They had a local band playing that created a friendly atmosphere.
John Thompson — Google review
Nice little shops. Good place to eat and shop
Jayden Morrison — Google review
There are some really good restaurants and food. There is lots of outdoor dining and live music.
The Cork and Cast never disappoints. I had the fish cakes and my gf had the lasagna. We both enjoyed our meal.
Steve Muise — Google review
Nice romantic place. Good for a walking and shopping PEI traditinal food or drink or any gift .
Andy M.S. — Google review
Loved it here. Fun for the whole family. Saw some famous Canadian Musicians. Lots of fun. Love roads closed to vehicle traffic!
L. Brooks — Google review
Old world character with modern charms make this a nice place to hang out. Different shops and cafes line this street mall. There may also be some live music.
Google Guide — Google review
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146 Richmond St, Charlottetown, PE C1A 1J1, Canada
The Confederation Centre of the Arts is a cultural destination that showcases various forms of visual and performing arts, with a focus on Canadian heritage. Visitors can expect an array of eclectic shows and exhibits that highlight local talents from Charlottetown as well as Quebec. One popular attraction is the Confederation Players Walking Tours where actors dress in historical costumes to bring Canada's history to life.
Saw an amazing show here in the summer (Old Stock). They were so well organized with tickets and covid protocols. We not only had an amazing musical experience in a beautiful theatre, but appreciated how comfortable and safe the entire experience was.
Alyssa Becker — Google review
We went to go see Anne of Green Gables the musical. It had been a while since i’ve been to a live musical! The performers were amazing and the show was spectacular! However leaving the show was really disorganized and messy as well as during breaks. Everyone was shoving each other and when I was in line to get a drink during break this family butted in front of me, but hey there’s only so much the place can do! Overall, the staff was very friendly and the show is definitely worth to see! 👏🏻👏🏻
Giorgio Manasseri — Google review
The theatre seems to be closed due to the pandemic but they have a free exhibit about Parliament House, which is currently closed due to restorations. The staff member working there was very knowledgeable.
Dane B — Google review
It’s by donation only. No backpacks or they safe keep it for you. Honestly a great place for a rainy day or if you just want to find a place to enjoy art and sit. It’s large and has clean bathrooms. The art pieces either make you think or give off very Pawnee Parks and Rec mural vibes. I will not post photos. Enjoy it in person.
Veronica K — Google review
This is such a great museum and gallery- it was free admission for us and we got to see many different pieces from the group of seven to contemporary pieces, had so much fun here. If you’re in Charlottetown you must go!
Cindy R — Google review
Cool museum showcasing local and even Quebec talents.
Handsun X — Google review
I watched Anne of Green Gamble here. It is a very nice performance center. The nearby parking is not expensive.
House of Michelle — Google review
Decent size, but a lot of the same type of art. Needs to have more distinct themes. Also, free admission (but donations are wanted and expected). Don't bring large bags, but if you do they will keep it until you're ready to leave (backpacks, grocery bags..)
Riley Rea — Google review
Parks Canada usually strives to offer an experience in both languages in surrounding PEI sites. The Confederation exhibit being off the usual site due to renovations, it sadly misses the mark. We were unable to obtain any information in French from the staff working at the exhibit, when we visited in the afternoon of August 17, 2023.
What was the most shocking happened while we were waiting to watch the documentary that is displayed on two different screens in the room. Each screen needs to be activated by the staff, after distributing headsets and choosing which language to play. We were the only ones having taken seats in front of a screen that had not started playing the documentary. After requesting headsets to the staff, he came back with a group of other guests.
When we asked the staff to play the movie in French, expecting to see the movie based on the order of arrival, he instead asked the other guests if they understood French. Given that they didn’t, the staff asked our family to stand up and wait 10 minutes next to the other screen, that was already displaying the English version of the movie.
This kind of bigotry from staff members should not be tolerated by this institution, especially not in an exhibit replicating such an important moment of our country’s history.
Nico Date — Google review
At the East Pointers show last night (Dec. 16, '23). Tim is a great entertainer!
But the staff did NOTHING to control the unruly people in the audience. People were shouting over the music. And people coming and going with drinks during the show were blocking our view and generally distracting us from enjoying the performance. I expected a lot better from the Confederation Centre. It felt like the Cavendish Beach music festival. It will be long time before we return.
Notably, Emma and Joy did help us by finding us new seats away from the worst of the crowd, but other people were still strolling in and out of the theater during the show.
Roddy MacLean — Google review
We keep coming back to the Center. 1st. The memories my spouse has after working 45 years ago as a Hostess for the summer and 2nd: the plays! Last night we went to see the “Tell Tale Harbour“ story whose led character/actor was “Allan Doyle” whose known more as the lead singer for the band “Great Big Sea”. This musical was great! A must see if your in town this summer(2022).
Reg Belyea — Google review
Admission fee by donations.
Prepare your credit card.
It is a quiet and nice art museum.
Star Toronto — Google review
The Play that Goes wrong.....
We had a Horrible experience at this venue as a group of unruly customers sat behind us interfering with our ability to hear literally any dialogue. Usher pulled us aside and offered us hearing devices and/or a change of seats.Both options had to be administered through the box office. Having missed a substantial part of the play already we thought going to the box office at this point would cause us to miss too much of the performance. We requested a refund. The theatre manager authorized to provide a refund was not in the house and so we were told to call her or see her Monday morning (after the weekend). I called her and left a phone message and emailed her receiving no response at all! I did manage to track her down Monday morning and was told a flat "no refunds for any reason" policy was in place. And so we spent 200 dollars and received nothing for it! We are very disappointed in this policy and find it unacceptable that the theatre would be happy to take our money having no regard for customer satisfaction. If we could give this experience a zero star rating....we would!
Mark Sadlowski — Google review
Don’t overlook gift shop & restaurant
We stop in every time we’re in town.
They have one of the best most creative gift shops in PEI
Also delightful restaurant that is great for meetings, business especially.
My kids love to run around, this time there was a cool dream catcher exhibit.
Besides the Theatre and Gallery there is a big free area to explore too.
Paul Nazareth — Google review
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145 Richmond St, Charlottetown, PE C1A 1J1, Canada
We were visiting Charlottetown, and the girls wanted to swim in a pool. We made our way here, only to find it was closed due to some problem in the bathrooms.
We waited a while, then left to see if we could find a beach. The tide wasn't cooperating, so we went back to the pool.
When we FINALLY got there again, it was open, but we couldn't go in. Be warned, they have a schedule and allow people entrance in shifts!
No worries...we got to go swimming very shortly after. It was a BLAZING hot day, which was good because the water was freezing!
I still gave this pool a good rating, because we had fun, it was very family-oriented, it was free, and I miss having an outdoor pool in my hometown.
Sarah J. A. Rowan — Google review
Very beautiful place, here you can have a great time with children, swimming pool, playground, benches.
Yevhen Makelskyi — Google review
I took my class from summer camp there and they had so much fun in the splash pads (i personally had fun too) the washrooms in Victoria Park were also helpful when it came to changing into dry clothes. Also right beside the splash pad there is a shaded area for resting or even for the kids to eat snack.
Farida Shaker — Google review
Park, free pool and beautiful nature walking...just an fyi, the hot dogs are deep fried.
Tamara Taylor — Google review
Nice. Walkway along the waters edge. Playground, splash pad, and an ice cream shack too.
flyalaz — Google review
Most peaceful and adorable place of charlotetown
navjot saini — Google review
Sunset on the boardwalk can be a wonderful light show. All for free just by looking
Dave Garroway — Google review
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100 Victoria Park Roadway, Charlottetown, PE C1A, Canada, Canada
Green Gables Heritage Place is a notable museum that served as the inspiration behind the book 'Anne of Green Gables'. It holds historical significance and has been restored to showcase furniture, décor, and furnishings from Anne's era. The place offers guided tours with audiovisual displays for better understanding along with a gift shop. With its proximity to Cavendish Beach, it is an essential location to visit for those who admire the classic novel from 1908.
We had an excellent visit here! We had a friend in town who loved the Anne books, and she was so excited to visit this spot. We were really lucky that they stay open later into the shoulder season.
The spot is clean, bright and very accessible. Lots of well laid out ramps and well marked steps. Washrooms were clean, accessible and well maintained.
The staff was friendly and knowledgeable- We really loved the guide inside the house but everyone was very friendly.
I think our favourite part was the wall of books, showing the different book covers and when they were published for different countries. Really interesting to see the image choices!
Lindsey Ross — Google review
I never thought I would travel to this shrine! It really is a very impressive site that embodies the life and influences of one of Canada's greatest authors that has influenced many people around the world.
If you get to go for a visit, you won't be disappointed!
Paul Considine — Google review
This was a must for me when visiting PEI for the first time. I loved learning all about Lucy Maud Montgomery. The house itself was neat and we enjoyed the walks in the woods and exploring the memorial stuff in Montgomery Park. There is a second part past the park that costs extra, so it you want to explore it, ask about it when you pay your admission at the beginning. No one mentioned it to us. There are some great things for purchase in the gift shop...I picked up a copy of the Anne of Green Gables book in addition to a few other things. You can also take a picture with "Anne and best friend "Diana". 😊
Dawn D — Google review
Absolutely beautiful park with an interesting history. There's plenty to do and see including nature trails, scenic gardens, and a Victorian era homestead that was turned into a museum.
Noah Von Dauber — Google review
We've been here to send some pictures for our parents who love the book and the TV series, not expecting much but, we were wrong. An extremely well structured and organized museum, really beautiful inside and out. Very well maintained where you could probably see lots that is on the books right there. Everything is sparkling clean and the flowers are amazing.
Ricardo F — Google review
Green Gables Heritage Place displays the history and writing journey of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables.
This beautiful space encompasses the story of the writers life, showcasing her passion, struggles, and inspiration as well as actualize the story of Anne of Green Gables right before your eyes. You journey through the writers life, and then go outside to visit Anne’s house as it would have been in reality.
The space is beautiful, clean, and well taken care of. A wonderful place to be if you’re a lover of the book.
Yasmeen AlSawwaf — Google review
This was a great museum to learn about all things Lucy Maud Montgomery and the inimitable Anne Shirley!
Beautiful displays, a lovely house remodelled to look just like Green Gables, colourful gardens, a walking trail in the woods, clean bathrooms, a cold-water bottle filling station, and even Beaver Tails to eat. We didn't venture into the gift shop, which was huge and would have overwhelmed my kids who want one of everything 🤣.
I highly recommend stopping here while in Cavendish!
Sarah J. A. Rowan — Google review
Interesting tourist attraction with a lot of information and background. Good amount of parking, a couple nice walking trails, beaver tails restaurant, the house that inspired the Anne of Green Gables book.
Everything is very clean and well maintained.
H M — Google review
Beautiful place to visit! It was incredible and a dream come true. Loved everything about the Heritage place. I really recommend going to get the full island experience. There is great parking, washrooms, snacks, coffee and gift shop. They also have tours and I recommend it.
Maria Medeiros — Google review
A beautiful piece of Canadiana. The context at the museum before visiting the house gave me a different perspective to understand LMM and the Anne of Green Gables story. Watching literature come to life was lovely - and noth something you get to experience every day. Highly recommend.
Alyssa Becker — Google review
This is the place I wish I could keep to myself. Such a serene site! It's L.M. Montgomery's house. The structure is original, and the items inside are those from her time. (Quite a few of them were donated by the people of the island.) The house is furnished, and the staff is knowledgeable. Wonderful! The exhibition is great, and the trails are divine (the Lovers' Lane and the Haunted Woods). The greenery wasn't in full swing, but we still enjoyed them immensely! I bet it's even better in the summer. I can't say enough good things about this experience.
Maria — Google review
This was an interesting stop on our tour of PEI. I knew nothing about Anne of Green Gables but grew up know of the cultural influence. I took the time to walk through the exhibit and read about Lucy Maude Montgomerys life which gave me a new appreciation for the stories.
The entrance fee was around $9 and are pet friendly which helped when travelling with my dog. The visitor centre has a large gift shop as well as in depth exhibit and great clean bathrooms. There is a small cafe just outside the building as well.
The actual Green Gables building is maintained as a one way walk through filled with historically accurate furniture and decorations. This doesn’t take long to walk through in itself but there are also trails on the property to walk if you’re keen on exploring.
Michael Babiak — Google review
Was absolutely lovely!
It was a beautiful and glorious day in October. The museum had a lot of information and as someone who was introduced to Anne in Grade 7 for our English Literature class and fell in love with Gilbert Blythe and everything Green Gabels it was pure joy being able to come here!
The gift shop was so large and had numerous memorabilia and trinkets.
Ample parking . Although I recommend coming in early as soon as they open so that your able to take pictures and explore freely without crowds.. I got there at 9 and when we left at 11 there. It was crowded and many tour buses were arriving!
All in all a fabulous place to visit.
Shaneka Ekanayake — Google review
Like many Canadians, I grew up reading/watching Anne. Seeing Green Gables was magical.
You enter the Museum that chronicles LM Montgomery's life before exiting the back that leads to the infamous house.
The grounds are beautifully kept and there is a lot to explore.
There are bathrooms and a lovely gift shop.
The museum and most of the grounds are wheelchair accessible, however, inside the Green Gable home and to go into one forest section, there are stairs.
Vanessa Becker — Google review
I loved this place! I grew up with Anne of Green Gables and this place was just amazing. Unfortunately I couldn't go on the haunted trail or lovers Lane due to the rain but it was still really nice. Definitely a must see!
Aishah Waheed — Google review
What a delightful place to visit! Felt like stepping right into Anne of Green Gables, I kept expecting to run into Diana while traipsing among the Haunted Woods and hoped to catch a glimpse of Gilbert as we strolled Lovers Lane.
It was so fun to just wander around, and nice to have so many plaques and interesting exhibits to learn from as well. I especially appreciated the quotes from L.M. Montgomery's journals.
There is no need to cut your trip short, there is a snack bar nice restrooms, indoor exhibits and plenty of trails to wander and enjoy.
Nicole Smith — Google review
Recommend especially if you are an Anne of Green Gables fan. Much to see and do. It's part of the federal parks so you don't have to pay if you have a discovery pass. So much information about the author. Walk through the house, explore two trails. Can walk to the authors home ( extra fee ) we chose not to as it's just the foundation. After the walk through the haunted woods you can visit the memorial park and the post office that has some more information and historical pieces as well as a neat video to watch all for free.
Elissar Malaeb — Google review
You can meet Anne and her place only between May and October.
I trusted when Google said “open”, but found it closed although you still can stroll around without access to the inside of the houses and facilities.
Cavendish Beach is a prominent attraction located in Prince Edward Island National Park. The park spans over 42 kilometers along the island's northern coast and boasts of various habitats, including undulating dunes, sandstone bluffs, and wetlands. While the park remains open all year round, visitors can access full services from mid-May to mid-October, with July and August being the peak months.
Beautiful beach and National Park. This is typically a summer and tourist destination and can be quite busy. The beach is great in season, but the overall area has much more to offer. There are walking trails and bike area that can be utilized the majority of the year. Service are only provided in summer months, so be sure to plan ahead. Well worth exploring and spending some time.
ken smith — Google review
Our family (group of 7 adults) came to the beach on Friday August 12, 2022. It was a beautiful day, and not super busy. At the main “boardwalk” before the stairs & ramp down the the beach, there were accessible change rooms and washrooms, lots of picnic benches to rest or have lunch, and and ice cream shop. We spent a couple of hours here, swam in the ocean which was cold, and enjoyed the silky sands! I’d recommend coming here but hopefully on a day where it’s not super busy! 😊
Victoria Cronkwright — Google review
Beautiful sand beach lined with large sand dunes with with distinct red sandstone cliffs. Well maintained boardwalks with natural pond areas and wildflower meadows, we were visiting as Hurricane Lee arrived so the were lots of dramatic crashing waves and strong winds… still beautiful though. The shower / washrooms were well maintained and incredibly clean. The only downside was that a few areas were tapped off due to walkways being broken and broken information signs.
Jamie Higgs-Dey — Google review
Beautiful beach, a short walk from the parking lot. Soft sand, beautiful foods, and fun to play in the waves. Walking up and down the shoreline is a great way to spend the afternoon.
Alyssa Becker — Google review
I can’t say enough of this beach. It remind me of Nice in France except better beach. Water is warm and Sandi. The red sands it’s breath taking and the view of the red rock combination with green land and small lakes around it. This beach it is much visit!!
Haleh Magnus — Google review
Had a really enjoyable time here. Nice facilities that were clean when we were there. I think a 4.5 is a better rating as the beach is quite rocky and hard to enjoy for swimming. That said the sandcastle making was lots of fun. Overall beautiful views, just keep in mind the trees in the area show evidence of the hurricanes that have come through.
Also, check out the Sunset and Stars hike put on by Canada Parks.
Nick Kottelenberg — Google review
The beach looks spectacular and very calm, and most people stay there. But don't overlook the beautiful boardwalk and red rock cliff area where we dip in and see many small crabs.
On the downside, it is somehow hotter or more humid than other parts of the island.
Frank Wu — Google review
Amazing! The views at Cavendish beach are stunning!
Perfect place to spend the day relaxing or to take a nice walk.
The swimming is also great.
Lots of parking and pet friendly.
On my list of must see Island spots.
Dustin — Google review
Amazing park - there is a small fee to get in, but definitely worth it if you're here for an entire day. There's a large parking with several buildings in the main area, picnic tables. There's several trails to get to the beach, dunes, oceanview lookout, small lake. On a busy day, definitely want to come earlier to get a great spot.
Mat Bienczyk — Google review
Fun little drive here! I’m sure it’s extremely different when in season, I can see that this little town will come to life. Still nice to visit when it was empty and quiet though!
Jenna Kaplan — Google review
Absolutely majestic beach, warm salt water, gorgeous sunsets, calming red light therapy, the sand dunes are huge, and well kept. Lots of parking. Picnic area. Easy to access boardwalk to beach, wheelchair ♿️ accessible. Bathrooms are clean and spacious. It's been a long time since returning to Cavendish and man oh man these sunsets & this place doesn't disappoint. A must to see! 🌅
Barbara Ann MacPhee — Google review
Staying in nearby Moncton which we made our base for visiting Hopewell rocks, the Magnetic Hill and this beach here on PEI, we arrived on a windy September day, which turned very sunny in the afternoon. We have not realised, that crossing the long bridge between the mainland and PEI will have to be paid upon returning to mainland and is the most expensive fee we paid for crossing a bridge, at 50.25 CAD!!!
Reaching this beach involved lots of turns via small country side roads, with the map opened on my phone. Being late September, after Lee storm (which kept us awake in Halifax earlier) the beach had no access fee and there were lots of coaches bringing old tourists for a stroll on the beach.
The beach is very long and there is lots of info there on do's and do not. Even the water was warmish and I saved 2 caterpillars blown by the wind to the sand: one decided to further poo on my finger, I guess that is nature gratefulness, right?
Beautiful views in all directions and this area is left unspoiled which I like. Would I come back in summer time though? Not really, I prefer to stick to the provincial parks around Toronto for daily escapades and if I really want a holiday in the sun, probably I would chose quieter locations southern USA/Gulf of Mexico/Caribbean. There are lots of great locations to discover further.
EV US — Google review
Beautiful beach. They are working on making it access to get to. There is a lookout point that is accessible and the ramp down to the beach looked to be under construction. The trail we walked was really nice. There were warnings for poison ivy. And we did see A LOT of poison ivy. There was an entrance fee but they provided us of a map of the park. Dogs not allowed on the beach but they are allowed everywhere else on a leash.
Alysha Dupuis — Google review
Beach Cavendish on Prince Edward Island is a picturesque haven that offers a blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities. The glistening shores, framed by gentle dunes, create an idyllic backdrop for relaxation and exploration. Whether you're seeking a serene sunset stroll, building sandcastles with family, or taking a refreshing dip in the ocean waters, Beach Cavendish caters to a variety of beachgoers. The proximity to nearby attractions like Green Gables adds to its charm, making it a must-visit spot for those exploring the island. Just remember to pack your sunscreen and a sense of wonder as you bask in the beauty of Beach Cavendish.
Hela — Google review
Pretty spot on the Gulf of St Lawrence. Easy senic drive from Charlottetown. Beach was very accessible and had lifeguards.water wasn't too cold and that surprised me! Great day trip.
Mark Hubbard — Google review
This was an absolutely beautiful visit!
The beach is gorgeous and it's nice to see the sand dunes! Although, the water is absolutely freezing so be prepared! The beach is big with lots of space so if you want privacy you can move further down the beach.
You can walk down the trail nearby and visit other parts of the beach further away which is nice to see as well.
Mr Reviewer — Google review
This is the main beach, it’s even cleaner and has a boardwalk with outside showers and access to beach. I absolutely love this beach 🏖️ There is free parking after 6pm once the office closes. Anything before 6 you have to pay a park entrance fee. There’s a picnic area and also a small food stall with insanely high prices
Avonlea Village in Cavendish is a tourist attraction that pays homage to Lucy Maud Montgomery's novel "Anne of Green Gables". The village features purpose-built and heritage structures that recreate the fictional 19th-century hometown of Anne Shirley. Visitors can enjoy delicious food, quaint shopping, and local crafts at the various restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries housed within these buildings. The original schoolhouse where Montgomery taught is also among the heritage buildings on display.
Beautiful little village. The Pubs were open and a Gift shop. Coming back to Cavendish next summer before Labour day next year. I didn't realize alot of shops close after the Labour day holiday in Cavendish. But this little village will be at the top of my list of must see/visit for sure.
Barbara Ann MacPhee — Google review
Off season but the place was accessible and we liked how colourful the houses are. We’ll definitely be back in the future.
Nadir — Google review
From what I understand the village buildings are representation of the "Anne of Green Gables" story. The village is small mostly made up of some gift shops and places to eat at. Cows ice cream is very delicious.
Boom burger with the works is very messy but also very good. The fries are made with PEI potatoes.
There is no cost to enter the village.
The village has no washrooms in any of the buildings that were found or places to wash your hands except in the 1 washroom building behind the stores in the corner of the lot.
I understand the need to clean the washrooms but when the ladies are waiting for 30 min while the guy cleaning it had the doors locked and it's the only washroom.
Maybe add a few buildings that look like a shop in the time period or some attractions other than a place to eat.
Maybe a horse and buggy tour of the property. Maybe a saloon that looks and feels the time period.
Phillip Baker — Google review
Fun little village to walk around, but not too exciting. Mostly just places to eat, and didn’t have many vegan/vegetarian options available. I thought I may get to walk around here for a half an hour but I probably only spent like 5-10 minutes.
Ryan Milone — Google review
Great place to get something to eat. Place to place, a great variety.
Chip Davison — Google review
So cute!! Lots of great places to eat and shop. The beer garden was amazing at night! The fire tables were awesome!
Victoria Marek — Google review
Okay. Smaller than we thought.
Not what we expected. Free parking and free admittance.
Nice buildings and well maintained grounds, but it's just all commercial tourist up selling. Restaurants, candy store, ice cream, souvenir shop.
D Pineault — Google review
A fun "touristy" place to have lunch. We ate at the Turkey Tavern and of course had Cows ice cream for dessert. Would definitely eat here again when visiting the Green Gables area.
Mark Hyland — Google review
A cool place to visit if you are looking to eat. Several great places to get food. A couple artisan shops and a Main gift shop. No clothing!! I was so disappointed that I couldn't get Anne of Green Gables clothing. No sweatshirts, and no adult t-shirts with anything Green Gables or Avonlea on them!! A major disappointment. Ice cream on site was good. Nice staff. Clean bathrooms and plenty of parking. Easy to access. A cool place, you probably won't spend a lot of tie here though unless you are eating food.
Morgan Baker — Google review
Beautiful place to walk around and see beautiful gardens and reproductions of homes from years ago.
Many restaurants to try.
Nice gift shop and if course Cows ice cream 🍦
I would go back again.
Peggy J — Google review
Cute little village to wander through. Some good food options. The places we did go into were more expensive than they should be for the food they were serving. Kind of felt like carnival pricing. We didn't get to each everywhere, but overall, it was find for a quick stop, but I wouldn't allocate a huge amount of time here. But definitely a cute little "village"
Alyssa Becker — Google review
This is a nice shopping area, minutes from the visitor center for the Anne of Green Gables home. We were there in late October, and they just close the complex. Not much was open in the area when we were there in late October. Looks like a nice area to explore in the spring and summer and early fall.
Cavendish Campground is a serene and picturesque camping facility situated in the Green Gables Shore region of Prince Edward Island. It is located within the Prince Edward Island National Park, providing visitors with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes without any commercial distractions. The campground offers various accommodation options such as tent camping, serviced RV sites, and cozy cabins. Visitors can enjoy clean and spacious campsites near the beach, hiking or biking on multiple trails, and exploring nearby attractions like the Green Gables Museum.
Cavendish was such a beautiful experience. **Review for July 2023** Wonderful sunrises and sunsets, great trails. We loved Cavendish beach and all the jellyfish we saw!! The boardwalk with sweet shops was a nice touch. Great place to stay! The restrooms were amazing, very clean and great showers. The site itself was pretty small but it fit our tent, small bro hole with a picnic table and a fire ring. That’s all we needed! We will definitely be back.
Lily Hughes — Google review
Cavendish campground was probably one of the nicest Parks Canada campgrounds ive stayed at, even with the recent loss of trees due to the storm a couple years ago. We stayed in an Otentik facing a forest and lake, with the sounds of ocean waves crashing into the shore always present.
The bathroom facilities were clean, numerous, and modern. The only thing I would complain about is the lack of cooking tools provided (pots, pans, kettle) as I don't understand why they'd provide plates and cutlery without a way to cook.
Matt — Google review
Beware when booking that the pictures of the campsites are not what you get. Tropical storm Fiona took out most of the evergreens so there is no privacy at the sites, at all. No dogs allowed anywhere on the beach (which is the main reason we booked - to use beach). We ultimately ended up canceling our booking for the rest of our stay because it was so disappointing
Emily Winsor — Google review
UNFORTUNATELY...Hurricane Fiona in 2022 truly caused so much devastation at this park, it will take a very long time to recover. There are not a lot of standing trees left.
Other than the beautiful views along the shoreline, I was very disappointed in the Park. Most campsites are small, with little if any privacy, and there seemed to be little concern for the noise levels of other campers after quiet time.
In addition, many campsites are surrounded by poison ivy. Mine was one of them. As a result, my 2 dogs had to spend most of thier time either in the truck, or in the bed of the truck to keep them safe from it.
Esme West — Google review
Amazing campground. Very close to the beach. Campsites are good size. Not a lot of privacy, but beautiful and clean. A lot of trails to hiking or biking. Close to Green Gables Museum.
Juliana K?hnert — Google review
Ocean front camping. Plenty of places to pull in a ebike. Kids will love the playground. Heck there is even yoga during the summer. On of the best bike rides is also right here. Trail starts by the registration building.
Zack N-D — Google review
Worst campsite on a 10 day camping trip. No privacy of sites, no trees or shade, it has stone/gravel for sites and not grass. The burn barrel was way too tall and wood was too wet to get anything going.
And I understand that the hurricane did some damage but not having pictures is very misleading, as if we had known what we were getting into, we would have gone elsewhere.
Bathrooms and showers were good at least.
Jayne Jackson — Google review
The park needs to close down for a year or two and replant- fix and just start fresh. They will get many negative reviews this year im sure of it.
All the trees are dead and falling. They should be cutting down everything and planting new saplings as soon as possible so the camp can have shade and privacy again like it used to.
Also the sites were not maintained, they were leaving the grass and brush long, not trimming down where it needed. The site looks bad.
we only had one kind set of neighbours but they said the campsite was ugly and left days early to go somewhere nicer.
The beach is always beautiful and worthwhile but also needs work since some of it was eroded during the last storm, thankfully they were working on fixing that while we visited.
The bathrooms aren’t all currently open in July, but the ones that are were fairly clean.
I used to absolutely love this place, it’s disappointing to write a bad review.
*Review is for our visit in July of 2023*
Megg — Google review
Very disappointing experience.
The campsite :
No privacy
No shade
Small size
Sharp gravel (bring a tarp to put under your tent in order not to break the flour of the tent)
It is understandable that following Fiona last year, some expectation cannot be met. The real problem is the lack of transparency of park Canada about the campground. There's a difference between stating that there might be some changes since Fiona and being honest about the reality of those changes. For instance the lack of photograph of the campsites is a clear indication of FALSE ADVERTISING ON THE PART OF THE PARK.
We are people that camped for 20 years and this was the worst camping we've been to but also one that we had high expectations for since we've heard a lot of good about it. For those thinking of camping in Cavendish skip the experience but instead spend a day walking on the trails which are still nice.
For those still considering camping, the best spots we've seen are C001-C003 and C005. Shades and privacy.
The toilets are nice as well as the showers. The beaches are also beautiful.
thomas montaclair — Google review
Nice federal campground with power & water services. Free showers with hot water but small and only 2 stalls in the building with lights burned out (don'tgo after 9 pm). There is a laundry but missing most of the washers so unless you have the day to waste waiting, don't bother & go to the village laundry. Two paths to the beach which was sandy and nice.
Jody L'Hirondelle Swanson — Google review
A really nice camping ground! The campground my boyfriend and I had was near the beach, and hearing the sound of the waves every morning was fantastic!
The bathroom and the laundry are immaculate, and we were amazed about it!
The reason I took a star off is because the campgrounds are too close to each other, and you have NO PRIVACY! No tree between campground, no nothing!
Shelsea Saint-Fleur — Google review
Excellent campground with very good amenities. Cavendish Beach is beautiful. There's a nice 6 km cycling trail in forest and by farm land.
watertripper1 — Google review
This campground was also very nice and clean. The best thing about this was that it was right in front of Cavendish Beach. Best place to see sunrise and sunset both. We had enjoyed the beautiful sunset here, photo is also attached. We would visit this place again. Washroom and shower facilities were available.
Amazing experience and very beginner friendly. Paul is very kind and helpful in guiding us through. We kayak out for 35 mins, clam digging for more than an hour, then kayak back in and Paul will cook lunch. Total time is around 4 hours. Paul's red clam chowder is exceptional in quality. We also get to bring home half dozen of clam for dinner. Love you Paul!
Tan Luong — Google review
Excellent day on the water with Paul! Great equipment with all safety measures observed. Paul was extremely knowledgeable about fishing/clamming. He was patient, gave great instructions and recommendations. We thoroughly enjoyed our kayak and clam digging experience -- the chowder at the end was delicious 😋! Would highly recommend and will definitely do again on next visit to PEI. Thanks Paul for a wonderful morning on the Northumberland Straight!
Rob & Jen Dickson — Google review
My family and I did the afternoon tour with Sarah and we absolutely loved it. It was so beautiful, we enjoyed seeing the confederation bridge from the water. Sarah was a lovely guide, very personable. We will definitely return next year and try the clam bake tour.
Ariel Tarpey — Google review
We was in the morning. Service is good. Thanks. We really like it
Jus Sma — Google review
This is a must do if you are in PEI, absolutely an extraordinary day, did a little kayaking to The Sandbar, Paul the owner, our guide did an excellent job teaching a newbie how to hunt clams for the first time. We were very successful we had over 60 clams bounty and kayaked our way back. Chef Paul cooked us up the most exceptional clam chowder on the island. Extremely generous I think I had three and a half bowls. Strongly recommend.
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Guy Walker — Google review
We loved tour and adventure with Paul! He was so knowledgeable and led us on an amazing experience.
We both went on our first kayaking run to a spot where we had our first dig of clams.
We came back and Paul made us some yummy clam chowder.
Such an awesome way to spend an afternoon, highly recommend!
Mark — Google review
We had a wonderful experience this morning doing the clamming tour. Paul and Leah were helpful and knowledgeable, the kayaking portion was beautiful and not too long for our kids, and the clamming itself was so fun! We were a bit worried about taking our young kids on this excursion but we all had a blast! Not cheap, but totally worth it.
Yaara L — Google review
We did clam digging with Paul and had a wonderful time! It was such a unique and fun experience. The chowder we made with our bounty was delicious too!
Jessica Williams — Google review
Fantastic tour and adventure! Paul was amazing, incredibly knowledgeable and led us on an amazing trip.
It was pretty tiring, but entirely worth it. We were able to find a lot of clams— many of which were too small— but still many we ended up eating.
Such an awesome way to spend a morning— delicious chowder too!
Kai C — Google review
Nice location and beautiful town. The younger staff needs to know a bit more about their boats and how they operate some boats need a bit of maintenance.
Cabot Beach Provincial Park is one of the largest parks in Prince Edward Island and features vast sandy beaches, making it an excellent spot for sunbathing, beachcombing, and various beach games. The park attracts families with its child-friendly amenities even when the currents are too strong to swim. Visitors can take their kids to Malpeque Bay nearby or enjoy the playground for activities such as exploration and playtime.
Beautiful beach on the North shore of Prince Edward Island. Clean and well kept. Excellent facilities on site for washrooms, showers, picnic area, etc. Nice little playground for children. Beach itself is great for walking. There is also a provincial campground attached if you like to camp.
ken smith — Google review
Beautiful and clean beach. Love it especially at low tide (lots of cool sand bars and smaller pools of water). Life guarded. Lots of parking.
Angela Roy — Google review
We stayed here for two nights during a trip to the East Coast. While the beach was lovely and the views fantastic, there were a couple major downsides to bring down our review.
Upsides:
Gorgeous view, right along the ocean coast. The beach is a beautiful red sand beach and neat to explore. The sunsets at this campground were stunning.
Washrooms: Though very basic they were clean and well stocked.
Downsides:
Mosquitos: There were mosquitos. SO many mosquitoes. We had hoped they were bad just because we arrived at dusk, but we found out quickly that they were around all day. Most people had to escape to their trailers to avoid them (our neighbour even purchased a screen room in order to be able to stand it there!).
Lack of privacy: Due to the fact we had a serviced site, we were in a wide open area with no trees. Literally no privacy or shelter from one campsite to the next. Again, the view was fantastic, but would be nicer if there were a few more trees.
Rachel Speelman — Google review
One of our favorite campgrounds on PEI!
Friendly, helpful staff and a great location with beautiful views.
Greg K — Google review
Beautiful park. Great place to see island. Beautiful walking / hiking trails with look out to see the red cliffs of PEI. Can watch fishing boats come and go. Pretty beach to walk and play on. Swimming is good (but is know for its currents and undertoes). Has bathrooms that are very clean. Have a nice play park area with a few picnic tables and benches. There is a nice size gazebo and open green area. Photos below are when the tide was super low. This is one of our favourite places to go when we are in PEI.
Lisa-Mae MacDonald — Google review
stayed here in June during a week night, we were one of the only campers because of the rainy forecast. Staff were friendly, washrooms were clean, and the campsites were well maintained. They even had wifi, we didn't use it, but was great to have just in case. Would definitely stay here again next time I visit the island
Courtney Bell — Google review
This was our first time staying at Cabot Beach Provincial Park and we will definitely be back! We stayed in the serviced sites, they were large and easy to pull though. The washrooms were always clean and well stocked, the wifi worked really well (not normally something we use, but should be mentioned!). Just a few minutes from Kensington where you can find restaurants, cafes, groceries, gas etc... The best part was the beautiful red sand beach where dogs are allowed! Our pup had a great time and we also enjoyed a swim, the water was still pretty warm. And on most nights you'll be able to enjoy great sunset views, they even have benches where you can sit and just relax. Great spot, highly recommend.
Janelle Wood — Google review
Peaceful. If you're looking 6o get out into the wide open, this is your spot. Lots of beach frontage. Dunes, cliffs. Walking trails through the woods. Accessible in the winter as well. Great spot for snowshoeing in the winter. Camping here is really nice in the summers as well. It is considered the 'North Shore' so these waters will be a bit cooler than the South Shore. 10/10 would recommend. Any time of year.
Justin Rogers — Google review
Hidden gem on the north shores of PEI! This beautiful and secluded sandy beach is what is so iconic about PEI! Without any rocks, we were at to wade out into the ocean a 100-200 meters from shore thanks to the sandbars, shallow slope, and drastically different high/low tides. The beach is also accessible with the use of a beach ramp, and contains an accessible beach wheelchair when the lifeguards are on duty. It's a place to rest, play, and recharge. Very clean washrooms and a small playground are near the parking lot.
Chris Lee — Google review
Close quarter adjacent lot camping side by side in an open, large field so privacy is non existent. The plus side is folks are extremely friendly and helpful.
Clean, well maintained restrooms, hot showers, WIFI, laundry, firewood for purchase. The red sand beach surrounded by Malpeque Bay makes it all worth it staying here. About the only downside here was mosquitoes a lot of them all day as well as some horse flies at the beach. Bring a lot of bug spray.
Joseph D'Cruz — Google review
Beautiful spot, just wish I had been there when the sun was shining. Lovely beach, with lifeguards. Camping on site.
Lisa Simmons — Google review
We were here yesterday for a family reunion....
The area we had was perfect.
Large trees for shade
The beach only minutes away
Cottage rentals also on this property
Gail McArthur — Google review
Beautiful beach! Went at almost low tide and completely enjoyed the sand bars, rocks, and silky red sand. Great park for the kids, hoses to rinse off, and the dog in the photo isn't ours. Just a collie butt in the water, which made me laugh.
Can't believe how warm the water is this far north, but it was a beautiful beach day
Bryanna von schultze — Google review
Wow. This beach is breathtaking. Warm water. Lots of sand. Perfect. Campsite was a basic campsite. Semi private? I think they called it. Nice fire pit area. Very windy though. Yes I understand on an island. Open field etc… but that’s really my only complaint here.
We were close to both shower/washrooms. Showers were free. Decent enough. I also left my shampoo and brand new Irish spring body wash in one so… you’re welcome. I very much could spend a full vacation here. Gorgeous. Now? Some pics enjoy…
Rob Nixon — Google review
The campground was nice, although more like a parking lot than a traditional campsite. What I mean by this is that there is no trees or cover between campsites and it is placed in a grid-like fashion. Not the end of the world, sites were large with a small dirt pit for campfires.
The beach was nice, saw plenty of crabs, hermit crabs, minnows and jellyfish, which was an absolute blast (bring goggles). If you have young children I'd keep a close eye on them as a harbour or bay nearby empties out with a strong current past the sandbar.
They had daily activities posted in the washroom. Of the few we went to we enjoyed them.
The biggest complaints I would say I have (and they are barely an inconvience but are worth mentioning), is that the provided park map looks like it was hand drawn from someone squinting at Google maps from across the room and in the men's washroom the toilet seat in the standard stall is spring activated, which is more frustrating in my opinion then having to clean up the last guys mess.
Jeremy Dion — Google review
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The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts Centre is a local institution on the island, reflecting the strong Celtic heritage of 70% of Islanders. It serves as an educational and performing arts hub for aspiring musicians and local talent. Visitors can enjoy up-close sessions with students and performers, as well as attend captivating shows like the Highland Storm performance. The center also boasts a great theater with comfortable seating and fantastic sound, making it a must-visit for those interested in Celtic music and culture.
World 🌎 Class Facility 👏 👌
Was fortunate enough to have enjoyed a performance of
A Christmas 🎄 Carol
Dec 2022
This to me was a live performance of A Christmas Carol, and my thoughts were, this is the performance you get after a two-year shutdown due to covid-19.
90% of the actors have succumbed to covid-19 and the immunologically strong 2 cast members have survived, and during quarantine they have had ample time to have learned every part and all of their lines. And in the spirit of entertainment, The Show Must Go On!
The two remaining cast members deliver a spirited and memorable performance! Five star from every angle, standing ovation!
Consider myself extremely fortunate to be able to witness the efforts of these two performers and how they held the audience's attention in the palms of their hands for 2 hours. Bringing it to a crescendo of emotion and joyful seasonal celebration! Bravo and hats off to the both of you!
Hope this is helpful!
The World Reviewer — Google review
What a great experience to learn what is taught at a Piping school and the parts of a bag pipe. The newer, attached auditorium is well suited for concerts and competitions. Most topics were covered except for the “straight face” vs smiling of the performers.
Eric Mayfield — Google review
I am a snare drummer at the college, and the experience is really one of a kind. I now have two jobs now because of my commitment. They are both at the college. The college is currently teaming up with the National Piping Center in Glasgow, Scotland. This is also the only place that teaches bag piping, Scottish snare drumming, highland dancing and step dancing year round in north America. It is also a unique facility because in 2004, Doug and Debbie Hall really liked what the college had to offer. They didn't want to just donate twenty dollars, so they paid for all lessons for people under 18 who want to take snare or bagpipe lessons.
Drummer Boy — Google review
Great Theatre! Comfortable seats and fantastic Sound! Kudos top the sound guy! Saw Ennis Sisters - Small Halls concert - very enjoyable! Will definately go again.
Peter MacLean — Google review
Performers are amazing. Shows are wonderful.
Parking is terrible. Why have a big theater if you can only have enough parking to fill half of it. We went during the winter and had to park in a snow bank along with many others. At least plow the back area to make it convenient.
Cory Skerry — Google review
Years ago we went to the island and made a point to see a performance. It was super amazing. This last August we visited again and made a point to see another performance, actually the last one of the season. Definitely not amazing, actually terribly disappointing with dancers not keep the rhythm, making mistakes and being other late or too early in the movements. What a shame having my amazing memory shattered completely. The Drunmers were amazing. The Pipers equally amazing. Day of performance -August 12th. Giovanna & Matteo
Giovanna Veltri — Google review
Saw Highland Storm, Aug. 11, 2022. Was amazing. Pipes, drums, dance, song, music. Talent and passion from everyone involved in the show. Thank you for letting us be included in this event. If you get a chance, go see this performance!!! Bravo!
Ann Hepburn — Google review
Great shows, friendly staff, great sound.
Jamie Mackay — Google review
Went to the mini teaser show and had a great up-close and personal info session/show with some of the students/performers. Then found out about the Highland Storm show the next evening...bought tickets...and were not disappointed! Wonderful story told and fabulous performances all around!
The Confederation Bridge is the largest bridge in the world that spans ice-covered waters, connecting Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick. The 12.9-kilometre long bridge was officially opened in May 1997 and is a marvel of civil engineering. It provides a great convenience for travelers as they no longer have to wait for a ferry to reach PEI from New Brunswick.
The bridge has a zero-tolerance policy for speeding and use of a phone and has cameras installed on the route so be very mindful when driving.
The bridge is massive and very long.
Just after crossing the Bridge when visiting PEI, there's a park from where you can see the entire bridge with a beautiful view that you would like to capture forever.
Nisha Aryan — Google review
The bridge itself is an incredible feat of engineering. It takes about 15 minutes to cross and the view is amazing. We reached PEI and arrived to the Covid testing tents, showed our passports, Covid test results from the US, and our ArriveCAN info. We received a covid test from a very nice nurse and were on our way with instructions promptly.
The reason for 3 not 5 stars is the return trip. The toll lanes were not labeled well enough for us to understand how to through in a motorhome. Unfortunately we don't understand French. I had to get out of the motorhome (not much room between the bus and the wall) in a strong wind and ripped open my arm to pay the $48.50 fee. Bad end to a nice trip.
Trish L — Google review
One of the drive that I have always been waiting to do is to drive on the Confederarion Bridge. Great view of the red earth on PEI when you are approaching. Also the scenic view from both ends truly shows how a great engineering masterpiece this is. There is no toll entering the island but you will pay $50.xx upon leaving from the bridge. It is still one amazing drive that I can cross out from my to-drive list.
Wilson Feng — Google review
This is the longest bridge which was built on cold water ocean, and also the longest bridge in Canada, and the only way enter Prince Edward Island without use ferry. Just the toll is soooooo expensive! Only collect toll in out-island direction, and it cost $51.25!!
hanhua ge — Google review
Yay, JJ was here to see the bridge in 2016! Nice view under the sunshine.
Kan He — Google review
Very impressive! The confederation bridge is the longest bridge in the world and an engineering marvel! It is 8 miles long built over the high sees that freezes in the winter. It is free to cross to the island but there's a fee of approx CAD$50 to leave the island.
Unfortunately if you're driving a sedan you can't see much on either side while driving because of the approx 4 feet high walls on both sides. However once you arrive on the island you can make a right turn and there os an area that you can park and see the bridge that you just crossed.
Abi M. — Google review
If you are traveling to PEI or so happen to be close to the bridge, this is a must stop at place to see the bridge. It's massive!!
Crossing it is nice but he warned you'll be paying 50$ to cross back into New Brunswick. It's a great experience and there's a lighthouse in the distance to look at if you like those as well!
Mr Reviewer — Google review
It's a cool bridge. No stopping though so if you want pictures, wait until you get across the bridge. There is an info centre where you can drive up to and get photos.
Cheyla Bossert — Google review
A marvel of civil engineering and a great convenience being able to come and go to/from PEI without having to wait for a ferry.
Free to drive on to PEI...$48.50 CAD exit toll for a passenger car (2021)
James Cross — Google review
Drive over the bridge for the first time today. That felt surreal to be finally here. The views are so beautiful. It's quite the experience. We turned right off the bridge and took some pics there.
Nique B — Google review
The drive on the bridge is beautiful overlooking the water on both sides. The only bad part is quite a high toll when you leave PEI . You do not pay anything when you enter PEI but you do have to pay the toll when leaving , no matter how many times you do that in a day. There is no 24hour pass or anything as of now. The only convenience for frequent travellers is that they can leave island through the express lane where they do automatic scan and deduct money rather than you having to stand at the window each time to pay. The prices vary depending on the kind of vehicle. Its 50.25$ for the 2-axle vehicles like cars or light trucks.
Param S — Google review
It was my first time driving through the bridge. The structural design while on the bridge is ordinary, but off the bridge, the view is awesome!
There's a toll on the way back from the island.
Yllas Pedregosa — Google review
A modern engineering marvel. The bridge is tall and long. It gets quite windy on the bridge so drive carefully. I would recommend taking the time to drive over and see PEI
David Nishi-Beckingham — Google review
My father consulted on this bridge design when it was being proposed over 20 years ago and it is truly an engineering marvel. 25 km in length and high above the sea level, it is has great views of the ocean and you can look forward and back at the bridge itself which is fantastic. There is no cost to going onto PEI, but it costs $50 per car when you leave the island. The bridge is single lane, but there is little traffic and generally cars are not speeding as they seem to be enjoying the unique experience.
Christopher Nguan — Google review
Confederation bridge it is really a marvelous structure by humans... 12km long with 190m with single structure.... but you can only enjoy the view in semi trucks, buses and high vehicles... for the cars its just look like a normal bridge....and I am truck driver and cross this bridge 5 to 6 time in a week...
Kawal — Google review
Passed through it early May 2023, the toll fee was $50.25 paid by credit card. It runs about 8 miles (13 km) and it's truly an engineering marvel. It's a beautiful bridge that's very well-maintained very smooth. Going back to PEI, we were able to take a detour to take a picture of the bridge. It's quite a sight!
Ruichi — Google review
Great bridge connecting New Brunswick and PEI - it's 12.9km long, and will cost you ~$50 for a standard vehicle to get across. There's a max speed, so would generally take around 10 minutes to get across. The toll is collected when leaving PEI, and counts as the round trip payment.
I haven't been here in many many years. The conversion over to a museum was a little in the shocking side because of how drastically the interior has changed. It was a very special and informal visit. The staff were extremely Pleasant to deal with and we had a good time reuniting with a good chunk of family history.
Joshua Eaton — Google review
This location is charming and feels like home.
I was travelling with someone who had stayed here as a young girl. I didn't have time to take the tour that was offered but I had a run through to take photos for my companion who can't do stairs.
Please, take the time to hear about the history of this place, and imagine the gatherings and conversations that once filled these rooms.
Breathtaking location in the summer.
Brenda Berry Berry — Google review
Visited for the first time even though it's always been in my backyard, a beautiful historical site with lots and lots of important history. The building is exceptionally well kept, and the staff were all friendly and seem to enjoy themselves! Definitely worth a visit
Adam Deutsch — Google review
This place is a National treasure and no one even knows it’s there. Check out their website and go visit to find out the amazing story of Cyrus Eaton, his endeavours and his lasting legacy of peace that is known worldwide! Also an amazing venue for small conferences and events!
Patti Waller — Google review
Great little piece of our Scottish history. Beautiful grounds that date back to the 19th century and wonderful house that can be used for many different activities from weddings to smaller events. A perfect setting for anything really, in a beautiful surrounding. Worth a visit.
Krista Whitehouse — Google review
Amazing, historic and beautiful. Guided tour available or you can wander through this beautiful museum yourself. Wonderful testimony to the power of peace and the hope for a world free of nuclear weapons.
Marc Spisto — Google review
Nice little town but disappointingly there were no pugs being washed
Caden Brown — Google review
This is truly an amazing place, you can feel the energy of change and inspiration permiate the entire ground's
Nature center with a museum, restaurant & gift shop, plus trails for hiking, birding & scenic views.
Best view of the Confederation bridge from NB. A beautiful trail to the Lighthouse. You can go snowshoeing in winter or go on a beautiful walk in summer. Definitely must visit in summer. The facilities are closed now probably because it is winter.
prashob s — Google review
Nice spot to go for a hike in the winter. It is closed in the winter so there is no bathroom or anything like that. I did the hike to the lighthouse. It's just a short loop.
Cheyla Bossert — Google review
Beautiful place to visit. There's nice trails, a beautiful beach, a lookout tower and an information center with a gift shop and a place to get water and food items. Will definitely be visiting again.
G Delaney — Google review
Beautiful view. The ice cream in the information building was so delicious. It’s made from a 5 star chef who lost his job during the pandemic and took to making homemade ice cream. All natural ingredients too which made it so much better.
Monique Baker — Google review
A nice spot to click some photos of the Confederation bridge and there is a trail to the nearby light house. Parking available on the spot. I believe parking is paid but when I visited there was no one at the booth.
Hardeep Grewal — Google review
Great stop to stop and stretch your legs. Nice trails and a great look out spot to see the Confederation Bridge from. The facilities/Nature Center were not open when we were there but it looked like it would be very informative. Lots of parking and places for larger vehicles/RVs
Sheri Lucas — Google review
Amazing views of the confederation Bridge. They keep everything clean and well maintained.
Elma Miranda-Mirza — Google review
Beautiful trails and perfect spot to take a picture at the confederation bridge and lighthouse. Dog friendly. They also have a gift shop and food inside as well. Parking is $5 cash or card accepted.
Erin D Dekker — Google review
Stunning property..
Looking for a place full of nature...information..beautiful handmade items ,fresh subs ( Julie our service was fantastic )..This is a must-see..
Lots of lookouts
And of course..the famous lighthouse with a special person in the lighthouse to answer your questions..
Gail McArthur — Google review
This is a great place to stop after a long drive. It’s $8 to enter the park and they offer several hiking trails, and you can walk along the shore too. There’s an observation deck where you can take many pictures of the bridge, and there’s even a trail where you can walk under the bridge. One of the trails leads to the light house, and you can take a look inside if you’d like.
Veronika — Google review
A beautiful spot before going on the bridge to P. E. I !! A nice place to relax and enjoy the great views. Get some ice cream, here as well. The people here are great! Great customer service and guidance to the lighthouse. A nice walk to be enjoyed as well, and don't forget the discovery center. 😉
Louis M — Google review
Interesting experience. Enjoy nature, the museum, the beach, the lighthouse, a little bit of history, the gift store, the indoor interactive walk, short walks around the island, and especially the views. Staff are so welcome. You can park outside the facilities or pay a small fee to have access to the parking lot center. Hope you don't miss this experience.
Eli Gutierrez — Google review
Admission is way too expensive since we were traveling in a large group, so we ended up turning around at the gate.
Noah Von Dauber — Google review
Cape Jourimain Nature Centre is one of it’s kind. It’s location makes it special. It is situated on Cape Jourimain Islands. These islands are classified as National Wildlife Area as well. These are the islands where historic Confederation Bridge starts from the New Brunswick side.
The Nature Centre can easily be navigated on all kinds of Maps. Being located right at the root of the bridge one can have stunning views of the bridge from the look off tower built besides the Museum. The Museum and the store close at 5pm rest of the places including look off tower are open all the time. This Nature Centre is comprised of around 8km length of maintained trails across the whole wild life area passing through Salt Marsh, wild rose bush, woods, coastline and under the bridge. A Museum about local birds and their habitat and range of migration, a big eatery and a kitchen is also located in the Museum building, a store to buy souvenirs where you can taste different ice cream flavours too and of course a good size parking area. The review won’t be complete without mentioning another beautiful attraction of the place which is the lighthouse, of course. There’s another coastline trail that can take you right to the lighthouse while relishing the gorgeous views of beach and the bridge.
I bet these islands must have some native history as well. However, I didn’t notice if it’s mentioned anywhere in the museum at all or at other places. Apart from that it’s a must visit place especially with the kids.
Manjinder Singh — Google review
I have been here a few times now but never in season when they are open. Beautiful spot to go for a walk and take pictures of the bridge.
Bottle Houses- Maisons de Bouteilles is a tourist attraction consisting of three beautifully crafted buildings made entirely out of recycled glass bottles.
Pretty much a tourist trap that we visited with eyes open, willingly giving them our money for some photos and the ability to say we'd been there. Notably, they still request everyone to wear face coverings and had the blue paper masks available at the door for free. They were slightly dog friendly, agreeing that our Minnie could visit - if we carried her. Overall, it was amazing the amount of work the artist undertook to create these building, but we left shaking our heads that he might have been slightly crazy to do so. We had fun.
I originally gave this place a three star review, basically as I was grading on a curve and it seems impossible that every attraction we visit would get a four or five star review. After reading their extensive and well written comment I felt compelled to reconsider and kick it up a notch or two.
We visit almost every "tourist trap" we drive by, and don't consider that description a hard negative. Tourist traps can be fun, quirky, interesting, and many other adjectives - this one was at least those three. We are not gardeners, but did appreciate the gardens. Sorry for putting Minnie down a couple times - she is very well behaved and well traveled herself, and even 15 pounds gets heavy. Wish I had known about the doggy wagons!
Oh, it's actually amazing how many bottle houses there are. We've visited two PEI alone!
Reed Radcliffe — Google review
Fun and interesting little spot. Not big area probably do it in about half hour, but definitely could take your time walking threw. Great photo shoot area for different fun photoshoot. Beautiful little garden. Staff was very friendly.
Lisa-Mae MacDonald — Google review
I enjoyed this space and the time there, but I don’t know that the ticket price really aligned with the experience on the whole. It was cool to walk through, but we spent less than 30 minutes onsite with seeing everything.
It might have been more enjoyable with any type of interaction or something to follow. Maybe I missed something. :)
I think if you’re not budget conscious, its a nice stop to make and a good way to stretch your legs while looking at an interesting spot.
Lindsey Ross — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous! I took so many pictures and was amazed by all of it. 100% recommend. Also, read the pamphlet they give you. There's so much interesting history to go along with the pretty sights!
Erin Lafleche — Google review
This place has small buildings, big enough to walk inside, and the walls are made of glass bottles. Very impressive. Nice little gift shop. Washrooms. Nice gardens. Plan 30-45 minutes to see it all. Small admission fee.
Mark Spence — Google review
Very interesting place to visit if you are in PEI. The 3 houses were built by Édouard T. Arsenault around 1980.
Having seen a postcard of a tourist attraction consisting of buildings made of bottles on Vancouver Island, he decided to build the first house of bottles himself.
After spending a long winter cleaning and
sorting bottles, he was glad to see the spring of 1980 arrive; construction began a mere challenge and hobby yet. As his work progressed, people kept visiting him, admiring the results and encouraging him to pursue his dreams to reality.
Carla Torres — Google review
Great little place. Was only$10 per adult. It is quite interesting. As well, there is a beautiful garden to still through.
Karen M — Google review
The bottle houses are worth a visit if you're in the area. We had fun with some photo ops and seeing all the clever designs and beautiful flowers in the summer.
The staff were friendly and the gift shop had some cute items.
Vanessa Becker — Google review
A charming spot that’s worth the drive to check out a slice of true Canadiana. This spot is just one great example of Acadian culture dotting the island and the rest of the Maritimes. Very friendly staff here. Would recommend as a stop on a family day trip of the Weetern side of the island.
Steve Johnston — Google review
Stopped to see the flower gardens since I had seen the houses 23 years ago. It changed a lot and it was beautiful. Worth the stop. Staff and gardeners are super friendly.
Martine — Google review
Pictures don’t do justice for this place. It was a man’s dream, now is our paradise. Highly recommended for PEI trip.
J S — Google review
I really enjoyed this location and enjoyed the bottle houses. Out back are a few kids games which we played and a nice little light house. Staff was friendly and overall just an enjoyable experience in PEI.
Stephen — Google review
Popped by one day after work and these houses are so beautiful! If you’re into glass bottles and stained glass this place is small but there is so much to look at in each building.
Rebecca munz — Google review
This is an ideal destination for a day out with friends and family, featuring a wide range of captivating attractions and stunning views. The $10 adult entrance fee is quite reasonable given the wealth of experiences offered. The venue is impressively well-maintained, and the presence of a gift shop adds to the experience. With so much to explore, it's undeniably a must-visit if you happen to be in PEI!
Pooja Prajapati — Google review
Very surprised at how much we enjoyed this place. I thought it might be a glass house, and that was it. This place is so much more. There are several bottle buildings. The grounds are stunning with perennials everywhere. The gift shop is loaded with items made by local artists. Not the junk that is made in China.
Come see what one man can do with 12,000 bottles
Kenneth Davis — Google review
If you're in PEI, this is a must-see attraction, no doubt about it.
It's a labor of love, twice over: originally by the maker of the houses (Edouard) and then by the people who rebuilt his creations, documented everything, and preserved his legacy so beautifully. Love for the man and his work shines through the site.
Just a lovely place to stroll through. The explanations are worth reading.
Admission for our family of four was $25.
Daniel Turner — Google review
Pretty gardens and some interesting structures made of bottles and cement but not worth the out of the way location and $10 per person entry fee.
Doug — Google review
What a lovely place the Bottle Houses- Maisons de Bouteilles is to see in PEI! It happened to be a rainy day when I visited and it was still beautiful touring the bottle houses and gardens. Truly a labour of love as revealed in the historical pictures and descriptions at the site which have been lovingly preserved by the current owner. A beautiful reminder that we can be inspired to make dreams come true at any age since Edouard Arsenault began construction at 66. Thank you for preserving this beauty!
Katherine Stella Duncan — Google review
The Bottle Houses are unique and interesting. Built by a guy named Edouard in his seventies, he built 3 bottle Houses and used 25,000 bottles total. Some of the bottle houses had to be rebuilt because they collapsed.
There's a small pond, garden with cute little decorations, bottle art sculptures, benches, a replica of a lighthouse...
There's a gift shop when you first enter. Adult admission is $10. There's a self guided tour. They give you a brochure with the information on it. And in the houses there are the same information of the tour on it.
The Canadian Potato Museum & Antique Farm Machinery Museum is a unique and important cultural institution dedicated to the potato and its history on Prince Edward Island. The museum boasts the world's largest potato sculpture, as well as an excellent collection of displays that provide insight into the farming industry and culture surrounding this food. Visitors can learn about the history of potato farming on PEI and immerse themselves in farm life through a variety of exhibits.
This is a pretty unique spot! They have a restaurant where they can serve you potato themed dishes (and pizza) and then a whole museum taking you through the history of the PEI potato.
The museum is interesting- I loved the little potatoes in caskets the most, showcasing the different issues and diseases.
The giftshop is well stocked with Island items and a definite potato theme going.
And then finally, you have a huge selfie opportunity with a giant potato out front! How can one resist?
Lindsey Ross — Google review
Potato, one of the most common food items. Most of us eat it almost every day in one form or another. But who knew so much goes into growing potatoes and how much the farming industry has changed over the last couple of centuries.
Also, I personally had no idea that potato farming has been and continues to be such a big business in PEI. 1/3 of Canada's potato production comes from PEI.
The displays of historic farming equipment in this museum is amazing. You learn so much about potato by going through the various exhibits. There is also a nice little gift store that has potato-themed gifts.
And let's not forget about the Potato Restaurant. The menu has about two dozen baked potato dishes with various toppings. The funny thing is you get potato chips as the side to your baked potato.
We ordered Chili Potato, which was topped with chili and cheese. Also ordered Potato Skin, which was filled with cheese, bacon, sour cream & salsa.
Both dishes were delicious. The service was friendly and attentive.
Abi M. — Google review
I was really excited to stop here, because when will I ever get to go to a potato museum again? It was so informative! There's so much to learn about potatoes!
I was sad we were only able to go on a day when the cafe wasn't open so I didn't get to taste there, but it was still fun.
Bathrooms were clean and the gift shop had a lot of unique cute items.
Vanessa Becker — Google review
It was a cool museum. Got the chance to learn a bit about the history of potatoes. There are two museums, one is the potato museum which costs money to get in and the other is about general history.
Hossai ?Zay? Masroor — Google review
Good museum with huge information. You can use the tour activity booklet to check your knowledge. Really fun for sure. They also have a nice gift shop and a canteen inside. My kids truly love this place.
Quynh Le Thi Ngoc — Google review
This is a very informative museum . It goes into great detail. It is done well with written, oral and visual. If you know nothing about the story of the potato, this is the place to go.
Dave Klassen — Google review
at first we were unsure to visit the museum because accoring to the review it was looking cheap but we were not desapointed
around 1h20 from the bridge
+ a lot of parking spot
+bunch of history on how the potato transform the food habit
+you can find some food in there and the service is fast and the food is good
recommand the potato nacho with extra salsa sauce
chris Audi1 — Google review
If you're visiting PEI I recommend you check this place out. It's a little far from the tourist area but worth the drive. It's exactly what you would expect a museum about potato and potato harvesting equipment to be. One side is dedicated to potatoes the other side of his dedicated to local history. They also have a restaurant and gift shop. The restaurant was very good the food was great and the staff was awesome.
Kenny Winslow — Google review
A wonderful nugget hidden away in the village of O'Leary. There is a very well presented display about everything to do with potato cultivation, harvest, storage, distribution.... It was very enjoyable. The ladies there were very welcoming and kind
There is a restaurant that serves all things potato, Including a chocolate fudge that is made with mashed potatoes!
Check out the gift shop. I bought some cool swag to take home to BC. They even packed up my purchase in a 5lb potato sack:-)
There is a small community museum in the building too, just to the left of the welcome desk. Check it out.
Hugh Byrnes — Google review
We were pleasantly surprised at how much we enjoyed this museum. We attended a potato museum in Blackfoot, ID. And, we were thinking this one would be pretty much along the same lines.
Boy! We were wrong. This potato museum goes into depth about the history of the potato, how the Eurporeans 'discovered' it, how it is planted and seeded today, how it is harvested and the various kinds of diseases and pest that can infect the potato. The videos were professonally done, and we enjoyed watching them.
There is a section that has a lot of old farming equipment used to plant and harvest the potato.
The added bonus was a bit of history for the local area.
All in all we were very impressed. Highly recommend this museum.
Kenneth Davis — Google review
Self-guided tour was interesting and viewing the old farm equipment. Staff was pleasant. I was looking forward to eating French fries and they were the worst fries I have honestly ever had. They were overcooked and so hard, I could not eat them with a fork. The excuse of older stock is poor given grocery stores sell the same stock, so it’s the fault of the cook. The waitress removed them from my bill; she said someone else complained about them being overcooked as well. I was so disappointed with the fries.
L Owen — Google review
Learned lots of things about potatoes. It also has a cool exhibit about Island history. Has a nice gift shop and a nice place to eat. The only place we ate on PEI that had fresh fried potato chips, instead of fries. Very friendly staff throughout. Nice rainy day activity!
Kate Barnes — Google review
It's very neat to see what potatoes do, and what they're used in. Very cool garage with plenty of harvesting machines to examine. Attached, is a community museum where people donate and share their equipment (nothing about potatoes, just a mini-museum). There is also a restaurant in case you get hungry while scouring the museum for around 45-60 minutes.
Riley Rea — Google review
Very funny place to learn things about potatoes. The restaurant is the real gem though. It's worth the wait to have their poutine.
Tan Luong — Google review
Place is amazing with a lot of history and a restaurant with lovely staff and mouthwatering dishes made out fresh potatoes. It has 2 parts - 1. a potato farming history hall where it has all the farming equipment and tools that were used in the past , there is interpretive centre telling the potato storyline with graphics, videos and artifacts. 2. There is a community museum which rooms artefacts and historically used medical and domestic devices/appliances. Not to the forget the picturesque giant potato outside.
Param S — Google review
In past years, I have walked through the museum. Great information and history lesson.
I often eat at the restaurant located at the museum. Of course, it has lots of baked Potato options on the menu.
It is busy at lunchtime.
Overflow parking at the church across the road... there is space for RV's.
Leigh Hardy — Google review
Very neat place to go visit. Had a whole section of just old farm equipment. Very interesting to read and see how potatoes came here and the history of them on PEI . They also have a small section on local history that's cool . The restaurant ( bit slow in service but they were short staff and it was a crazy busy day ) The food was yummy and reasonably priced .
The Anne Murray Centre is a seasonal museum showcasing exhibits and artefacts from the career of the famous Canadian singer, Anne Murray. The displays are arranged in chronological order, providing visitors with tonnes of interesting information and cool articles about her early life. Even those who are not fans of Anne Murray would find this attraction worth exploring as it sheds light on her influence on the music industry both in her time and today. The friendly staff adds to the charm of visiting this lovely museum located in Springhill.
Quite an extensive collection of Anne Murray's life from early years to the most current. Her Albums, awards, the Order of Canada and pictures of her with other artists that she has met and/or collaborated with. The centre showcases her with pride and a great tribute to a Canadian music Icon
Phil Vania — Google review
This is a fabulous exhibit, full of interesting and nostalgic photos, awards and exhibits from the life and times of Anne Murray, and the community of Springhill, Nova Scotia. The entire centre, including the exhibit areas and the gift shop are exceptionally well put together - kudos to the management, staff and volunteers - and all the generous donors who have invested in the success of the Anne Murray Centre.
Gil Strachan — Google review
I'm not even a fan of Anne Murray, but this is definitely worth seeing. I knew she was a prolific artist, but I honestly had no idea how much of an influence she has had on the music industry in general, let alone many, many artists both of her time and today. Definitely worth seeing.
Cliff Cameron — Google review
Great museum , learned a lot about Anne . Very talented lady , she met many other performers , pictures with them all . A must stop place in Nova Scotia !!
Bob — Google review
If you’re an Anne Murray fan, this is a must see place! I am so grateful I got the opportunity to stop there. I got to learn a lot about her that I didn’t know and see her many awards. I have always loved her and her music, but didn’t realize quite how famous she became. My parents listened to her and that’s how I came to know her and so I was a bit too young to follow her career, myself. There is lots to see and read about and you can hear her beautiful voice while you’re going through. The gift shop is adorable and there are many great finds in there. I bought her biography and it has been an awesome read!
Kerstin Pelletier — Google review
5 stars, if you love Anne Murray you'll definitely enjoy your time here. You walk through the building and the exhibits are in chronological order of her life. There is tonnes of interesting information and some really cool articles on her early life. The staff is kind and was super friendly. Worth exploring. Springhill is a lovely town and this attraction is by far my favorite.
Elicieo Young-Suniga — Google review
If you love or hate Anne Murray (c’mon, how could you hate her?!) it’s a beautiful centre in her hometown. Very informative, well laid out. I first came in 1991 and it’s still fun to tour around. We ended up there this year on her 77th birthday!
Carolyn — Google review
So much about Anne Murray I didn’t know. Very interesting. You can take all the time you need to see all the displays. It kinda snakes through the building, so there is lots to see. Quite a few videos at the end give a good picture of her as a person. The staff are very helpful and knowledgeable as well. Walked away thinking about the incredible contribution she made to our world. I highly recommend.
Striped 5-story lighthouse built in 1875, now with history exhibits, guest rooms & scenic views.
First time in PEI and first experience with lighthouse. The museum is very informative. We were able to go upstairs to the top of lighthouse and enjoy the view. There is also a great beach and trail that you can walk and enjoy.
Eliza Priluzki — Google review
A magnificent view, though a very high climb on steep stairs to get there. A great beach next to it to walk across with a sand bar next to it (easily accessible, especially further down the beach). Quiet as well, with some cool rocks and the water wasn't very cold at all.
Riley Rea — Google review
We stayed in the Tower Room...highly recommend! Bed and linens were so comfy and room was incredibly clean & decorated with antique furniture. The clawfoot tub was lovely too. We enjoyed hearing the waves crash at night and the hum of the light up top the lighthouse. Not to mention the hospitality...great recommendations & even accommodated a gluten-free breakfast. We can't wait to come back and will make sure to head to the campfire for ghost stories!
Steff Sullivan — Google review
It was a beautiful rainy day. My favourite lighthouse on the Island. The drive along highway 14 is scenic and offers a few places to catch the coastal cliffs in photos.
I'd love to stay at the campground during cool or warm weather. Just beautiful and worth the drive.
K Lewis — Google review
Neat museum! Too bad the harmonium is off limits. Staff was very nice. View from top is really cool. Beaches are long and full of red sand. Really nice place to visit.
sunday seven — Google review
We loved the museum and the history of it all. We are also staying here in a room at the westpoint lighthouse Inn. We love it so far, clean modern rooms with breakfast included. We spent three days in the Cavendish area before coming here which we enjoyed but this has a totally different vibe. Way less touristy.
613 Bassin — Google review
The inn is a very cool place to stay and super clean. The view and gentle sounds of the ocean are amazing.
The Lighthouse Museum is very interesting, goes up to the very top and is free for guests staying at the inn.
Victoria Leung — Google review
Went in March and was fun. Weather was chilly but we enjoyed a lot.
Dhan Paudel — Google review
Definitely come visit West Point Light House. Very beautiful light house and my inner kid loved the old fire truck was a bonus I didnt expect. If you have the kids you will find a park on site as well with some benches so pack a lunch and relax well taking in the ocean view and unwind. I also found so many shells in great shape for the shell collector's out there.
Just In You Tube — Google review
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364 Cedar Dunes Park Rd, O'Leary, PE C0B 1V0, Canada
Perfect place to stop when travelling in either direction. Clean washrooms and helpful staff inside where you’ll find travel brochures for the entire province, a gift shop and interpretive panels on the local wild blueberry industry and award-winning singer-songwriter, Anne Murray. Not open? No problem. Stop and walk the dog or take in view of the tidal river at sunset.
Sean Nykolyshyn — Google review
Love the chance to get a pic with some of my family moving from ontario to nova scotia. My first experience leaving ontario, Great place to show family and friends when you landed in an amazing province.
Daryl Rines — Google review
Large, welcoming space to learn and plan a vacation in Nova Scotia. Friendly staff to answer questions. Perfect spots to take pictures in front of gardens and the Nova Scotia sign.
Vanessa Mann — Google review
We have driven by countless times and never stopped aside from to take a picture of the sign. Three information center is fairly large with a variety of information from around the province. The gift shop is on point, with all the standard items as well as some have grafted gems which is great to know you are supporting local!
Update: stopped by with visitors the small Nova Scotia sign was busy so we went to the big one, not as easy for parking and walking to but just as fun for pictures.
Crystal Brunk — Google review
The visitor center is an important stop when you get into Nova Scotia. There is a nice little gift shop in the building. The ladies at the desk know everything there is to know about the province and can provide travelers with information on some enjoyable things to do and the maps and directions to the places you choose. One of the highlights is the man that plays the bag pipes in front of the building.
Sharon Deroche — Google review
Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Have lots of information about the various parts of Nova Scotia. They also have a small gift shop. We got all our guides there which made sightseeing and picking restaurant much easier. For anyone visiting the beautiful province, I would recommend for them to come here for more information.
Ruichi — Google review
The place is beautiful, very well maintained, great service.
Iára Esmeraldino — Google review
Full disclosure: I live in Nova Scotia so did not need any direction or maps however the washrooms were VERY clean, there was plenty of picnic tables outside that allowed you to eat lunch and enjoy the view. There was a lovely little gift shop with all the Canadian flags and NS Tartan swag you could hope for. No cafe or restaurant in here but the gift shop did sell bottles of water.
Katie Enman — Google review
Staff were super friendly
And helpful
And knowledgeable!!!!
Bag piper out front
Lots of sitting area inside and out
Gift shop as well
Jordan Gillespie — Google review
Good spot for a pit stop. There's plenty of parking room. The people inside are very kind, and provide great tips about Nova Scotia and the area; there's also plenty of different magazines and information books for tourists.
Mat Bienczyk — Google review
The officer serves like he owns the place; He greets people, e>xplains everything in detail and organizes so nicely. The place is so well designed and reflects the beauty of Nova Scotia. I'm an architect and may be getting too excited with well planned and designed buildings but kuddos to the architect and design team and whoever coordinated this construction in state. Including the landscaper. There is a kids corner also. You can get your souvenirs from this place
Joseph Ari — Google review
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90 Cumberland Loop, Fort Lawrence, NS B4H 3Y5, Canada
Sackville Waterfowl Park is a must-see in the town of Sackville, offering a combination of trails and elevated decks that cut through the marsh, providing unobtrusive views of the natural setting. The park offers an easy and clean walking experience, allowing visitors to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Additionally, there are hikes along the dykes near Westcock and along the Cumberland Basin to Rockport and around to Dorchester for those who love exploring nature.
A very beautiful place. We had a lot of fun walking around. Highly recommend
Lelya Silva — Google review
Sackville waterfowl park was SO amazing that we had to go back the next day!
Saw lots of new birds including a Cedar Waxwing, yellow warbler, ducks (can’t recall the name, but they were special). Very easily to walk. I’ll be going back!
Celine Laflamme — Google review
Such a beautiful location. Every time that I have the chance to walk here I jump for the opportunity. The boardwalk stretches almost the entire way around the waterfowl marsh. There are always wildlife surrounding the area. Geese, ducks, squirrels, and if you’re lucky you may even see a bald eagle! Definitely take a stroll here if you have the time on a warm afternoon, lots of covering from the trees so the whole walk stays nice and shaded.
Cas Ward — Google review
A wonderful place to go for a walk. Very few people around. We brought our two Dachshund puppies, and they enjoyed the visit too. The paths are in great shape and the place is exceptionally clean.
Peter Siemsen — Google review
Amazing!! A must see for sure. The combination of trails and elevated deck that cuts through the marsh is oncredibley well done. Great way to be unobtrusive to the natural settings and provide great views and an easy walk. Very clean with no litter!
G G — Google review
This was a beautiful walk, but I hated the highway noise. Beautiful preserve though! I saw ducklings and the litter of those too lazy to carry out their trash.
Paige — Google review
Great little find. Right off the highway. Get out stretch your legs. Enjoy the scenery. Looking for animals. We did the short loop. It was about a mile. Well maintained pathways. Clean bathrooms.
Tracy — Google review
Unique and well maintained walking path with boardwalks. Lots of ducks and birds, met friendly folks on my walk and everyone says hi :) a real local treasure.
T C — Google review
Fun little experience. The boardwalk area is super pretty but the walk is short so you get to enjoy it. Considering the location, so close to the highway, it's surprisingly quiet.
Dan F — Google review
An amazing location. The trails are easy to navigate and the serenity of the environment makes it a very relaxing place.. I would definitely go back soon
Wonderful touristic spot in a beautiful small town. The giant lobster in Shediac is an iconic site you need to visit, take a photo in and look around in the visitor info area and the souvenirs shops. You will find treasures made by locals in the big red barn and many social-media-worth spots to get nice pictures.
Just park and walk around, it's a lovely place.
Sam FT — Google review
World's Largest Lobster (exhibit), right here at Rotary Park in Shediac, New Brunswick !!! Kids love to climb atop. Glad we stopped here on the way to Confederation Bridge for Prince Edward Island from Moncton, NB. Parking gets full easily. That speak volumes of its popularity. Challenging to find spot for bigger vehicles.
Travel Bug — Google review
Fun place to stop. A few shops, a lobster roll place, and beautiful views. We must have visited during off season because the shops were closed but still fun to see the lobster statue.
Rebecca Todd — Google review
God place for upto had an hour. Click picture with/on giant lobster statue.
There are washrooms on site.
A few antique and art shops and stalls from local artists.
Nearby there are famous restaurants where you buy or eat lobster.
Anuj Sood — Google review
Great place for the kids to play and have fun for a while.
It was not too crowded at that time and we got a whole bunch of photos.
The restaurants nearby did not seem to be open or we were late.
Construction is going on currently so give yourself an extra 10 mins driving time.
Nigel Peters — Google review
A nice place to visit. A shop is tgere to have some short foods. A coffee costs $2. A clean nice place. No tickets needed.
shashika pradeep — Google review
A really fantastic sculpture, very realistic with lots of detail and great for getting selfies, especially with the steps added to get to the top. This was a must see on our trip, Shediac is the lobster capital only the world after all! Even if you are just driving through to get to P.E.I, it’s worth a stop to take a look and snap some pictures. We were out of season but from what we understand lots of shops and food places are open in the summer.
Jamie Higgs-Dey — Google review
I loved this giant lobster! Nothing says a road trip like a must see giant lobster in the middle of town. Can’t come to the lobster capitol and not get a picture ! Was super fun to get creative
Brittnee Blair — Google review
Coming from the province that loves large out of this world attractions, I had to stop at this one. It is very detailed and realistic and is actually pretty darn big. The lobster is up on a pedestal with a fisherman in front of him.
Musclecarlvr — Google review
Nice display of artwork!! The small village of stores are nice to visit. The Shediac Visitors Center, there, is very helpful and friendly !!!
Louis M — Google review
There's a touch tank in the visitor center there. Highly recommend going. Was absolutely amazing to learn about the lobsters and how they reproduce. Lots of fun and a little shops. Highly recommend coming here for some quick stop the people are super kind and the area was super nice I had no idea that there was an aquarium in touch tank inside the building. Definitely worth an ask and going on the tour
Andrew Reinsma — Google review
Loved it! Probably the biggest lobster I will ever try to eat (I did not succeed). Great place to take pictures with it and show off to people who couldn't. The captain was the silent type and for some reason kept looking at the birds. Came early May before the season opened and we basically were alone. For sure would visit it again another time!
Ruichi — Google review
Beautiful beautiful! The lobster was so realistic! A real piece of art. Also the shops were so cute we bought lots of souvenir and had ice cream and lobster rolls. My mom got sick so we did not do the museum tour but next time!
Deborah S — Google review
I'm a fan of the giant lobster. Everyone who wanted a photo stood in an orderly queue and was respectful of each other. It's worth a stop for the photo op folks!
Vanessa Becker — Google review
The gift shops are full of everything! Can get food there too. Around the lobster was busy so you do have to wait until you can get a picture if you don't want anyone else in it. There is alot of parking but it was full when we went during the week. There is also the lobster museum that offers tours in English and French, they do a presentation and there are touch tanks.
Alexa Connors — Google review
Great place to stop. We just wanted a picture with the lobster but we ended up taking the Homarus tour. $12/adult $8/child, totally worth it. We learned a lot about lobsters, and even got to touch them. The hands on touch tanks were a huge hit. Kids help crabs, start fish and sea urchins.
The little shops are cute and reasonably priced as well.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Joggins Fossil Cliffs is a dramatic coastal cliff and coal face with embedded fossilized trees and marine life. The cliffs and coal face are full of interesting geological features, including waterfalls and rock formations. The visitor can explore the site on their own or take a guided tour. There are picnic tables and toilets available for use, as well as binoculars for looking through.
Love this place. I have been here several times and it is always a delight. The grounds are spectacular and the museum is great. The staff is helpful and very knowledgeable. You can view the footprints of creatures frozen where they once walked. They have a great record of plant, invertebrate and vertebrate life within fossils.
Krista Whitehouse — Google review
Main visitor center wasn't open. They seem to have limited hours. The beach is open and they have the tide chart listed so you can walk the beach with confidence that the tide won't get you! Nice walk, but I didn't see any fossils. Also, the walk on the beach is free.
MF Shaman — Google review
Fascinating history, worth a visit if you're in the area. We did the 30 minute tour which was plenty for 3 kids (youngest 6), and we spent an additional hour or so on the beach. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Be prepared for very different weather.
Jonathan Puddle — Google review
Stop at Joggins Fossil Center on our way to Halifax. The Center is a nice building with a display (cost to sè the display). Walked down the stairs to the shoreline. The cliff's are cool to see. The tide was out so we could walk out a little way. Several people looking for fossils. Neat place. I recommend.
Peter Hunter — Google review
If you like rocks or fossils or history from 312 million years ago - this is the beach for you!
Highly recommend the tour - very knowledgeable & personable. The kids on our tour had a great time. Excellent for all ages.
Van L. — Google review
One of my absolute favorite places to go visit. It is always such a relaxing fun and interesting to take the family. It does not cost any money to go on the beautiful rock beach, make sure to look up tide times for joggins fossil cliffs in NS the day you are going, if not you and the tide is high you will NOT be able to go down to the beach!!! :)
kay ann — Google review
I STRONGLY suggest to take the guided tour. It makes the experience a thousand times better. Our guide was passionnate and knowledgeable. I feel that without a guide, the cliffs are not as interesting since you wouldn't know what to look at.
I also strongly recommend to take 30-45 minutes BEFORE the tour to visit the museum, so everything during the tour would make more sense.
The staff is very friendly, the museum is clean and simple.
Lou Paris — Google review
Awesome Spot..seen a waterfall..many rock formations..tide was in but still Incredible to be there..lots of rocks to look at and explore.. beautiful scenery..lots to learn and see. Clean washrooms. Binoculars $1 to look through. Pic nic tables to eat at.even found a few geocaches there.. awesome day 💙 even left a few of my painted rocks behind for others to find.
Tina Boutilier — Google review
An excellent opportunity to see fossils in their natural state. The fossils here are mostly plant based. Go on the guided tour if possible and don't be scared off by the steps to get down, there's appx 69 and are nice and even with a railing.
Beth — Google review
An out of this world past comes alive in this rock strewn beach that is to be visited at low tide.
Rocks and pebbles of various colours with fossilized marks are fascinating to observe. We walked on the ocean floor for an hour or so mesmerized by the rock face formations and the incredible expanse of rocks, stones and pebbles to pick up and feel a timeless evolution in our hands.
Phil Vania — Google review
Cool place to visit. We went with local friends. It was post hurricane so a bit cooler and windy on the beach but we had a great time. Very educational.
Chris Edwards — Google review
What a great experience! We booked a 90-minute tour and were fortunate to be guided by Dana Brown. Dana shared his vast knowledge as easily as if he was chatting with us about neighborhood going-ons over tea. He stretched our minds back to 300 million years ago by infusing every bit of information with something that made it alive to us. 90 minutes went by quickly; we are hoping to make it back for a 4-hour tour!
Lisa Downing — Google review
Certainly, a must see if you are in the area. This is a unique place, but requires a climb up and down 3 flights of stairs that are not too strenuous. May not be appropriate for very small children, especially toddlers.
There are fossils everywhere! Look for the lines from trees and tree branches. You have to be cognizant of the tides, as you can get caught in an incoming tide, especially if you wander too far down the shoreline close to the change in tides.
Definitely recommend.
P W — Google review
Beautiful beach with amazing rock layers visible along the cliff. The tour offers an expert who can point out the features and help identify fossils. As a protected beach you cannot take any rocks home, so bring your camera.
Patrick Kossmann — Google review
I will start by saying I’m not much of a fossil person. My thoughts are that if you have the time to drive here, it’s cool to look at and see. If you don’t have the time you really aren’t missing much. It’s free to go and see it but you can pay for a tour to learn more if interested.
Ben — Google review
An old relic of N.S that is lovely to visit and go fossil hunting ! Very calming and relaxing activity to do on your own or with others. Beautiful beach with nice cliffs and sprawling rock formations and interesting rocks that are fossils in huge abundance!
Inside the Joggins museum they have a brilliant display of rocks, fossils and the history of that area.
A note to those who plan a journey here. Plan your visit in accordance to the tides. Our visit was timed near the tide coming in, the tide cane in quickly and abruptly ended our fossil hunt. We nanaged to get in a solid 35 or so mins but could of gone longer, that would of been nice.
M — Google review
Me and the family had a great time here. Check the tides and plan to show up about and hour before low tide. Bring lots of water and proper foot wear as the beach can be a little rough. Take your time and look around. You can find alot of new fossils every day if you have a good eye.
Allan G Porter — Google review
Such an amazing experience! We decided to stop in on a whim on the way back from PEI and pretty much had the place to ourselves once we waited out high tide. My time listed below for waiting is strictly because we arrived an hour before the tide went out. The wait time to buy a ticket was under 5 minutes so we went around the museum while we waited.
The walk down to the beach might be difficult for some, so just keep that in mind if you're looking to visit. Make sure you bring an extra pair of socks and shoes too, it can get a little wet!
The Irving Eco-centre, Dune de Bouctouche, is a secluded and unpopulated area situated on Route 475 in New Brunswick. Its name originates from the Mi'kmaq term "Great little harbour" referring to the nearby town of Bouctouche. This beach destination features a beautiful 12km-long dune, which is one of the longest on North America's East Coast.
Revisit this place after winter. Love the boardwalk and nice beach view! Very well-maintenance place! What's a windy rainy shiny April day! Feeling contented for an off day!
Quynh Le Thi Ngoc — Google review
Parking lot is on the opposite side of the road. Short walk from there to the boardwalk. The boardwalk has to be moved and rebuilt periodically as the dunes shift and storms hit so the current structure might not be the one you saw a few years ago. Beautiful spot.
Mark Latus — Google review
I'll have to return this summer to truly experience the beach. I went there for the eclipse and it was high tide so not much beaching to be done, and washrooms were not open. It was nice sand and if you have binoculars you can look across to PEI! I imagine a lovely beach day could be had in summer! Lots of shells to check out
Taylor Valentine — Google review
We enjoyed walking the boardwalk through the dunes. There are signs along the walk that help educate on some of the animals in the area. It was good to learn about the work going into protect the biodiversity while enjoying the scenery.
It's definitely a nice place to check out.
Vanessa Becker — Google review
Live 3km from this spot, weather permitting a daily walk on the dunes. Winter season many people come here to walk. Rest of the year just beautiful and it is free 🙂
Mark Abriel — Google review
I love this place, it's a beautiful boardwalk on a nice beach with an information centre on the dunes and the wildlife. Kid friendly.
Be aware that you can't bring your dog here, nor can you bike or skate on this boardwalk (there is a decent bike path in another area of the eco-centre )
Rachelle Rachelle — Google review
Both my lovely wife Pat and I enjoyed walking amongst this amazing sand dune.
The well-built boardwalks were a pleasure to walk along and the views were fantastic.
Hope this place continues to exist for many more years.
Both our dogs would have enjoyed it, but dogs are not allowed on the dune. We understand they have a dog service (dog sitting), but we opted to leave our 2 in the vehicle since it was perfect weather for it (not too hot and not too cool).
Tony Bercowski — Google review
We enjoyed a lovely relaxing walk on the board walk along the sand dunes. In speaking with a very pleasant lady who was setting up some fencing, we learned that the sand dunes have been greatly affected by major storms like Fiona that have come through the area. As a result the dunes are decreasing in length. Most importantly, vegetation and sea shells must remain undisturbed so they can continue to nourish the soil and keep the remaining sand dunes thriving for all of us to enjoy! There was no cost and staff were very friendly and welcoming. Well worth the visit!
Doris Morrison — Google review
Walked on the raised boardwalks of the dune beach. It's a short walk, not that long, probably a 30 min walk if you take your time really.
Along the way, there are these information displays about the nature/wildlife found there.
There are these information buildings at the beginning of the walk pathways. There's the main one with a person in it who will answer your questions and help you out. There's the second building that has a mini information museum.
It was an enjoyable walk. Though we went on a day that was cloudy, rainy, and super windy. Would have been better if there was sun and less wind.
Check the weather before you come here.
TheArchitect — Google review
This is a great place to go when you want to explore different ecosystems. There's the beach, boardwalk, forest, open land. The park is free with free parking across the road. The boardwalk would probably take 10-15min one way. There's also a viewpoint booth on an upper level, and a building with various types of information on the area and history.
Mat Bienczyk — Google review
The Eco-centre main building and washrooms were closed, since I visited in the late fall. There is plenty of free parking, on both sides of the main entrance. The boardwalk tower has a pair of binoculars that gives you a clear view of P.E.I and is lovely at any time of year.
Jeannie D — Google review
The beach is incredible. We stayed a few kilometers down the road and came here several times. The waves were always small . Our kids skim boarded a ton. The community really backs this. Staff walk the beach frequently to pick up litter and maintain the grounds.
kevin brown — Google review
Really nice little beach area. The boardwalk leading up to each little spot of beach was lovely and the dunes are signposted with all kinds of little information boards. Really well done and great under foot.
I particularly enjoyed that visitors are encouraged NOT to remove shells and it seems to work. Lots of lovely shells for everyone to look at.
Dan F — Google review
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1876 NB-475, Saint-Édouard-de-Kent, NB E4S 4W9, Canada
I found this place amazing. From this area you can learn what Acadians really are. Just for the love of their culture, music, and their history, plus the pride in it, it's worth the visit.
Alastair Mac Pherson — Google review
We had a great morning here. Make sure you check the schedule for the language of the presentations, which are excellent, the history of Acadia presentation in the hangar was my highlight. The site is easy to explore on your own, and it's accessible. The site is split into two sections, the 'land' and the 'island', the activities on the land were excellent, the island felt like it needed some love, and that there was nothing happening except for a singing/dance performance in French. There are houses that you can go in and explore, but zero information about what they represent, the time period, or the significance of the building. There also appears to be a cooking section, which was also abandoned when we visited. There is food available on site, it's fairly expensive and the choices on the island are mainly fried. Please bring a water bottle, the only water to purchase was an $11 reusable water bottle.
Is it good value for money? I wouldn't say for the $70 it cost my family of 4 to enter that it was.
Would I recommend that you visit? If you understand some French, yes. If you don't speak any, then I would have a hard time doing so.
The response I got was fair, and if they made it clear and explained that the locations would be manned (maybe a little clock with a return time, or a sign at the entrance of the building) then I would say that it's a great visit.
Chris Webb — Google review
Went to a wedding here. I didn't know that you could get married there. Beautiful spot for a wedding, would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful spot.
G Delaney — Google review
Excellent spot for fun, relaxation and learning. They have many different types of live performances and shows where you get to learn about the Acadian people and their traditions.
There's hiking and activities and the Akadi Lumina experience is unbelievable. It felt as though you were walking through a fantasy where you were traipsing through an enchanted misty forest where you experience the Acadian history like never before. At points you're enveloped in darkness and others, bathed in light as the forest came a live around us.
Andrew N. Byrne — Google review
Staff was awesome and we all had a great time. Plus its a beautiful place
Kenny lagace — Google review
This place has found its way again. We did not realise how much French would be spoken and came at the wrong time for an English show … but one of the many performers scooped us up and gave us a private orientation while the French show was on. We learned a great deal about the Arcadian culture and history. We then visited several areas and each performer (one or two wait in each building to engage with you, if you initiate it) was able to engage entertainingly with us in English. We watched the tail end of a French show on our way out, and could see the audience were captivated and entertained by it. The buildings themselves are interesting and in good repair, and the entry allows you to return the following day.
Jan Gillanders — Google review
It was an amazing immersive experience. A must for the whole family.
It's a pathway through Forest that is full of surprises and enchantment. We loved it !
Next Trip Canada — Google review
As wedding photographers here in New Brunswick, we love to have such an iconic Acadian wedding venue nearby! The bridge and the scenic surroundings provide ample photo opportunities :)
C'était fantastique!
~ Matt and Chera
Yorke Photography Moncton — Google review
We really enjoyed the short videos of La Sagouine which provided info on the the acadian culture and history. This was followed by a music and story telling " Les folkloriques " well worth the time!
Doris Morrison — Google review
The people were very engaging and willing to switch from French to English. The music and stories on stage were in French only, but still very entertaining and good music if you can’t understand.
Olivia Vail — Google review
Wonderful place to visit if you're interested in Acadian culture. So many things to see and lots of activities going on all day.
If you understand English only check the guided tour time for English. If you are a music lover, definitely going to enjoy it.
Small walk to each site and to the island. Restaurant (snacks) and beer available.
Friendly service and must visit place
Steve Asiri Jayatilake — Google review
It was so interesting to visit, and I especially loved the music & songs. It is visitor friendly in that getting around is made easy. 'La Sagouine' by A. Maillet has always intrigued. A simple but unique & funny close-up take on life, from a humble worker's point of view. The setting is beautiful, and the people were so friendly. I certainly will return. I've yet to try the highly recommended buffet.
Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, also known as Flowerpot Rocks due to its natural pinnacles and arches, is a coastal park located in Hopewell Cape within the Bay of Fundy. The rocks have been eroded into twisted shapes by the sea and are an other-worldly sight to behold. At low tide, a two-kilometre beach appears on what was once the ocean floor, providing easy access to the 20 wave-formed stacks via a wheelchair-accessible ramp.
The are breathtaking.
We arrived around 1 and the tide was still out. We didn’t mind, but it would have been nice to see how far out it goes so if you want to do that then plan accordingly. The walk to the rocks is about 10 minutes depending how fast you walk(might be about 15 if you’re a bit slower). It is a little bit of an uphill walk back up. We stayed around and ate at the cafe while we waited for high tide at 4:30. It seems like a fair amount of time to stay at the rocks.
Highly recommend!
J C — Google review
You do not need to book tickets in advance like Tobermory!!!
There is a huge parking lot available free of cost.
Approximately 35 dollars to get it and if you want the shuttle it's 2 dollars per person one way.
It's a steep descent and the shuttle is highly recommended for older people or for those with disabilities.
The shuttle runs every 5 minutes and is a lovely joyride.
The park is well setup with trails and off course the rocks.
They have bathrooms and a very nice gift shop on location.
There is also a museum in the main building where you can learn all about Hopewell Rocks.
The rocks themselves are a great experience where you can walk on the ocean floor during low tide and come back later during high tide to see water gushing all over where you were during low tide.
Fantastic picture spot and I sure did go crazy clicking away.
It's a lot of stairs down though to the ocean floor - so be prepared.
They do have vantage points in case you cannot use the stairs.
I believe there is both a low and high tide everyday.
Nigel Peters — Google review
Very cool experience in NB about 45 minutes from Moncton. It was interesting to walk on the ocean floor and then see the tide rise and make such a difference in 10 minutes!
We arrived at around 10am in July when the low tide was around 8am. Even then the tide was quite far out from all the rocks and we leisurely explored for over 2 hours. The high tide was around 2pm but at noon there was still lots of time to explore the floor.
I suggest you wear either sandals or waterproof shoes as it does get quite muddy in areas. I wore sneakers and they did get dirty but there’s a large shoe cleaning area at the top of the stairs to help everyone wash off.
Parking is abundant with one of the largest parking lots of maritime attractions. There is also quite a large gift shop and exhibit in the building just past the gates. All the staff was very friendly and was more than happy to answer your questions and talk about the ecosystem that you’re walking through.
The site is pet friendly and also very accessible. There are mandatory metal stairs to the ocean floor but there are multiple view points for people with mobility issues.
This is a must see attraction in the province! Even at around $16 per person (+$2 for a shuttle to skip a 15 minute walk) I would say it was a very cool experience
Michael Babiak — Google review
Visited during low tide the day after a new moon. 🌑 Incredible landscape. I’m from Oregon and found myself in awe of how similar yet different the landscape was. So many rocks! Watch out for the mud and check the tides. Despite the official website warning visitors that the park is closed in the offseason, you can visit.
B.A.P. — Google review
Beautiful place.. but when going, make sure you know when the tides are in and out, the first time we went it was high, we weren't allowed to go down . We took our receipt back and we were able to go down the next morning. I recommend that you pay the 2$ or use a token to use the shuttle.
Mornings are best.. have fun
Stephanie Dawn — Google review
Exceptional natural beauty. Absolutely recommended. Visit at low tide if you want to walk between the rocks. Check their website for tide tables.
We walked down to the Flower Pot. The trail there is about 1 km and has a gentle slope that should be doable for most people. From the platform you can take a staircase with a few flights of steps down to the beach itself.
Once at the beach, I recommend first walking to the right until the end, which is a few hundred yards over stones or slightly muddy patches, then walking back, continuing past the staircase and walking to the far left end of the beach where a ramp takes you back up to the trail. This way you will see all the rocks.
Given the soil, I recommend wearing walking shoes or Wellington boots.
If you prefer not to walk, there is a paying shuttle service from the park entrance down to the viewing platforms. A one-way trip costs 2 CA$ per person and toddlers are free.
People in wheelchairs can ask the park attendants to get access to the parking near the beach. Getting down to the beach itself is possible via a wheelchair accessible ramp (the same one as described higher) but riding a wheelchair on the beach itself will probably not be possible.
Nick Van Maele — Google review
This was pretty cool to see, make sure to arrive at or near low tide as this is the best time to be able to walk around and appreciate how far the tide is out, very interesting to see. As the tide comes in the staff start to close off areas of the beach that are starting to flood. we watched for a while and then came back latter when the tide was all the way in, A great way to see the extremes. There is a shuttle of sorts if you want to take it bring cash. Gift store etc., bathrooms, nice walk to the staircase going down to the sea shore. Highly recommend 2-4 hours
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Greg Johnston — Google review
Very much a must do if you are in the area..even if its raining. Just remember to come at low tide. Picnic areas and restroom in the parking lot. Good food in the cafeteria. Really nice staff. On a sunny day the $2 per person shuttle may be worth it on the way back, but in the rain it was very much welcomed both ways. Memories will be made here and are a requirement.
Nick Kottelenberg — Google review
Hopewell Rocks is a cherished destination for me and my furry friend. The descent down the trails is smooth, thanks to their excellent maintenance, allowing us to savor every moment of the journey. Arriving at the bottom, we're greeted by the awe-inspiring sight of the Bay of Fundy's iconic rock formations. From the lookout points, we're treated to panoramic views that never fail to captivate. It's a haven where nature's beauty shines, making each visit a treasured memory to hold onto.
Breanna Jones — Google review
Nice place, clean, well managed.
Must plan your trip as per tide timing. Do book for kayak in advance - we didn't get one day in advance and had to skip bcoz of tight schedule.
$14 per person entry fee, valid for two consecutive days.
The canteen/cafeteria is also good and reasonably priced.
Anuj Sood — Google review
This is totally worth every dollar to go! The view is amazing and even though it is busy there are more than enough opportunities to take fantastic photos. The hike / walk down to the rocks takes about 15 minutes and there is a shuttle that takes your down to the top of the stairs. You still have to take the 99 stairs down to the bottom! There is another area that does have a ramp to go down. At the rocks you will need to walk. Wear shoes you don’t mind getting muddy! Pets are allowed and no extra cost. There is an additional coat for the shuttle. It is $2 per person per trip and dogs are allowed on the shuttle. The line up to get in goes quick! Make sure you check the tide schedule before you go. We went August 2, 2022 from 10:30 am till 12 pm.
Shauna — Google review
There's free parking. The park has these walking trails. You got to pay the admission fee to get in. There's a shuttle buses service to get to the part where you're able to walk down the stairs I assume. There are toilets along the trail pathways.
Depending on when you go, they have different opening and closing times. We went in the earlier dates so the times were from 9 am to 5 pm. You can still enter the park even after the 5 pm closing time. You don't need to pay. And there is still parking available outside of the gates. But, you may not be able to walk the ocean floor, or have enough time to enjoy your walk of the ocean floor (and to take lots of photos).
Pretty looking rocks at high tide. Nice scenery. There are multiple lookouts to see the rocks and the nearby scenery.
3:00/3:30 pm for the day that we went, we walkes on the ocean floor. And we took many photos of the Flower Pot Rocks. We took photos of the other rocks, whose names I don't remember. We walked back and forth on the ocean floor, over rocks, through mud, and through watery mud.
It's recommended to bring and wear boots, like those rain boots, hiking boots, winter boots.
"Natural beauty. Beautiful. Many secrets in nature." - My Parents, 2023
The guide we talked to was informative inside the information building. Told us about the wildlife and about the Hopewell rocks.
Would recommend you spend the day here, to see the rocks in high tide/low tide and to see the rocks when there's no tide.
TheArchitect — Google review
Great park. Fair entry valid for a couple days so you can experience both high and low tides.
The main hub area has play modules for kids. It's well maintained.
Gift shop and washrooms also available.
If you're going down to the Flower Pot Rocks, I'd recommend wearing shoes you don't care to dirty as they'll likely get mud on them. If they do, they have hoses and scrubs to clean your shoes at the top of the stairs.
Breathtaking views.
Chris Ugolini — Google review
I loved everything about it! Admittedly seeing the extreme tidal change at the Bay of Fundy has been on my bucket list for a long time, finally getting to experience it did not disappoint. I definitely recommend the guided sea kayaking tour at high tide, but be sure to experience the difference at low tide either before or after, it's amazing!
Nathan Lemieux — Google review
Amazing day. Sun is out nice breeze blowing. Highly recommend this stop if in the area. The tide was going out, so there was a lot of mud but so worth going for a walk and seeing the shoreline. We spent 2.5 hours here before we knew it. I suggest going early to avoid crowds.
Nancy Benton — Google review
Hopewell Rocks offers breathtaking views, allowing you to witness the mesmerizing tides ebb and flow—a truly awe-inspiring display of nature's power. The sheer volume of water is a sight to behold. Keep in mind, though, that booking kayaks in advance is crucial to fully explore this remarkable coastal gem. Despite missing out on that, the stunning vistas alone make it a worthwhile destination for any nature enthusiast.
leonard brienza — Google review
Absolutely amazing! The hike down was marked well. They offer a shuttle if you can't walk the 10 minute hike to the staircase. Your ticket is good for 2 days and you can come and go as many times as you would like. The walk along the beach/ocean floor was picture perfect. Wish I could have seen it at high tide as well.
Savannah Bartley — Google review
Really beautiful and unique experience. Definitely recommend visiting. The earlier you go, the less busy it’ll be; the parking lot fills up pretty quickly!
Sarah F — Google review
This place is a must see! The views are amazing. We went at low tide and were able to enjoy walking through the rocks and walking to the water. It's super muddy when you go at low tide so wear old shoes or sandals. There is beautiful trails with lots of plants and fungus to see. You can also shuttle to and from the top. At the entrance to the experience there is a gift shop and tiny educational museum. We had a great experience.
Candice Dwornik — Google review
Beautiful park, well worth a visit. Walk the bay floor at low tide . Experience the bay of Fundy up close. Check tide schedule before heading out to make sure you arrive at the right time. Ticket is valid for 2 days so you can experience it during low and high tide. Hike down to the bay or pay extra and take to golf cart ( great option for those with mobility issues or tight timelines) $2 each way for the cart . To get to the bottom completely there are several sets of stairs ,there is a viewing platform for those you cant make the trek down . There is also a more accessible beach down the way but doesn't have all the interesting rock formations. Pay attention to the times of tides , if you get stranded your rescue will cost you a pretty penny. Restaurant and nice gift shop with a kids playground located at the top near the parking lots. Lots of bathrooms along the way. Good boots recommended as it's get muddy walking around . Boot cleaning station available.
Julia Pie — Google review
well groomed walking trails that are accessible. portable toilets along the route washroom available at start and end of trail. foot wash station for after your visit to the ocean floor.
gift shop and restaurant in the main building.
loads of parking.
park pass allows multiple reentry even on the following day.
Rand MacIntosh — Google review
An incredible few hours spend here witnessing the lowest part of the tide, to start, with the gorgeous sunshine and gentle breeze… plus getting covered in mud, but that’s all part of the fun and adventure. Don’t go wearing your best shoes and clothes if you want to walk on the ocean floor.
We stayed long enough to then with was the high tide coming in until it reached its maximum, what a dramatic effect and difference it is, completely changing the landscape, it’s incredible and makes for some stunning pictures.
Be sure to check out the view points for gorgeous as well as the tranquil Plage de Demoiselles Beach.
Jamie Higgs-Dey — Google review
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4.5
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131 Discovery Rd, Hopewell Cape, NB E4H 4Z5, Canada
Bore View Park is a charming park located along the Peticodiac River, offering benches and a balcony where visitors can enjoy views of the tidal bore. The park features informative historical displays throughout its lovely green space. Although the timing of the tide was slightly off during one visit, Bore View Park remains a popular spot to view this natural phenomenon. As part of a larger river park system, it offers an enjoyable setting for admiring scenic vistas and observing the tidal bore.
Very nice urban park. Visitors Center very close by. Excellent viewing location to watch the Tidal Bore roll past.
Glenn Robinson — Google review
Part of the broader river park system, it is a nice place to view the river and tidal bore.
Villagemayor — Google review
Beautiful scenery and good for walking on the trails the have lots of types of birds that fly around like seagulls, pigeons even crows 🐦⬛ which are sweet
Written By: Liam Van Stone
Bruce Van Stone — Google review
Visit based on high tide timing.
Parking - can get free short time parking.
Seems overhyped as we didn't see any tidal walls. May be have to walk Ali g the river to anther place or bridge to witness that.
Anuj Sood — Google review
Tidal bore from this view is like no other. Facinating watch nature just be untouched by man.. yet observed with aww.. if your not from the coast its a unique site. Never the same twice as the water is constantly changing with the tides.
Peace Lilly — Google review
It was truly amazing to see the tidal bore. The amphitheater offers a beautiful view. It's a nice place to sit down and relax. The parking is very convenient as well.
Irina Fyfe — Google review
Nice park just by the Petitcodiac River. Wow, the colour of that river.. Beware where you obtain your tidal bore time information from. Some people were much better informed than we were, we arrived just in time to see the "back of the bore".
Julien Arino — Google review
Lovely park space, interesting historical information all around!!
Tidal bore time was off by over 30 minutes, so I missed the bore.
lisa pollard — Google review
The Bore View Park is a wonderful park. It is so well laid out, the amphitheater is fantastic. The park employees are friendly and knowledgeable. The entire park is professional and easy to enjoy. The Bore itself was a great sight, definitely worth the effort to get there.
Robert Carinci — Google review
Marking the National Day of Mourning on April 28 at our monument
Charlotte — Google review
A very interesting and unique experience. Unfortunately the tidal bore height was not too high. The view was phenomenal.
Patrick Xu — Google review
Great place in the city to watch the “rapids” with great foot path all along the trail. We went at high tide and the waters were quite high and so were the winds. We didn’t get to see the rapids where you could actually surf on but the currents were strong. Definitely not a place to fall in during high tides. Nature really is magical.
Minh Le — Google review
What a disappointment to drive from NYS to New Brunswick to see a ripple in a river, the 6th wonder of nature?
The flowerpot rocks were cool, though. And we found excellent seafood in St. John, NB that we would have missed had we not gone there.
Kathaleen Allen — Google review
Such's a nice park suit for different activities.. Walking/ Jogging/ Biking/ Sightseeing ... Happy time to enjoy the tide and unique chocolate river 😊
Quynh Le — Google review
Went to view the tidal bore. It was cooler than I was expecting, with a rush of waves suddenly coming around the bend turning the river in the opposite direction. It was also 45 minutes earlier than the posted time. Free 1 hr visitor parking at the Visitor Centre next door.
Breanne C — Google review
Went 30 min early as other people reviewed their tide bores were early. There was a guide from the info centre right beside it giving free info in English and French to the entire group of people. The tidal bore arrived a few minutes late. Restrooms available in the info centre
Winnie W — Google review
Good place to view the tidal bore. Make sure to check the schedule of arrival time and come 20 min before the time. Ours came 10 min earlier than the scheduled time
The luxurious Casino New Brunswick offers state-of-the-art accommodations with contemporary rooms and suites, a buffet-style restaurant, and an indulgent day spa that features a refreshing pool. The hotel also boasts of a 24-hour gym, free parking for guests who drive, and helpful multilingual staff available round the clock to assist with sightseeing, directions, or local dining recommendations. Reviewers have praised the hotel's comfortable beds and excellent pool facilities.
Had a wonderful time at the casino with family playing slots and enjoying it to the fullest. It was not too busy and loved every minute of it. New games and fun all night long. Highly recommend it to enjoy some fun gambling.
Paul Richard — Google review
Staff are super friendly and free coffee and soda pops in a machine, self serve. I liked how in the back there is RV parking and being a vanlifer it's a sweet set up. The staff are chill.and very helpful when I was asking about the parking overnight deal. Made it so much less stress after driving and being able to swing by , play the tables and machines then head out back to my little home on wheels.
Thanks for the hospitality.
Tori Cross — Google review
Great room, comfortable, and bathroom was very nice. Would stay again. Located near the Trans Canada, so you can hear vehicles all night if you're not used to the city. However very easy to get in and out of, location wise.
M P — Google review
Stayed here with my wife for a concert. Was very disappointed. Hot tub was down. No spa. Rooms were nice but the shower had no hot water. I was excited but in the end it wasn’t a good experience.
Jared Lewis-Davidson — Google review
I want to applaud the hotel housekeeping staffs for a job well done! Of all the hotels I've been too.. this is probably the cleanest one! Edgar and Dale from the front desk were very nice too. Thank you for the great service.
Chic Boutique — Google review
Awesome first time adventure with my son. We will return!!
We both thought the service in the Pub was lacking. It was slow to get seated, even though 1/3 of the seating was empty. Our table wasn't even cleaned off when we're seated. When we saw the menu and the pricing we opted for fast food when we left.
Paul George Snook — Google review
Buffet price has gone up significantly vs a few years ago. Current members price was $24 vs $15 last time I went. Selection was also a bit lower than previously as well. Service was excellent (much better than previous visit) . Overall I would still recommend it.
Steven Boudreau — Google review
Pat, my lovely wife and I, live not far from this fabulous casino. We first visited this establishment just after the height of COVID back in 2021. Restrictions were still in place. Gambling tables were not open. Buffet was still closed down and attendance was low. Shows were still not taking place.
Some time later, Pat and I have been delighted to have attended one of the first showings, since COVID restrictions, in their large stage area (Buddy Holly tribute). Seats were not packed since many people were still playing it safe and staying home. The shows venue and performance was fantastic.
We've both enjoyed a few meals in the casino's small restaurant within the casino's main floor area next to the many gambling machines.
We have also been to their large buffet area for at least one of each of the afternoons they are open. Each night open there is a different special and selection (repeats every week).
We strongly recommend obtaining their membership card, if of age, for meal savings at every visit (cost nothing).
Be careful, it's very easy to gain weight at their buffet. So many items to choose from and we've yet to find something we didn't like. Meals are delicious and I always have trouble leaving room for dessert, but I do manage. Even with their desserts, the choices are many.
Weve learnt that if one needs a dessert without sugar, just ask one of the attendants and they will happily bring an item out from behind their separation wall.
This is but another place Pat and I enjoy being able to treat ourselves to once in a while, here in Moncton, NB.
Neither of us are big gamblers but we do enjoy meandering through the Gambling area on our way out (buffet is at the far end of the casino floor).
Pat and I have brought loved ones to this place more than once and will continue doing so in future, God willing.
Since we live so close to this casino, renting a room has never been a consideration but, from what we've seen, we're sure they're well kept.
Both of us have enjoyed walking their main hotel corridor which displays past celebrities that have performed and stayed at this fine casino/hotel.
We have also driven along their back parking lot to check out the many different campers using their lot for temporary parking. Very nice layout and compassionate of the owners to allow campers with limited parking.
Tony Bercowski — Google review
Best casino ever. They always over serve customers as long as you give big tips. A great place to spend thousands and get loaded drunk!! They are funny too. When you ask for something milk free for your coffee they laugh and say what do you think this is Starbucks??
Such hams!!
Lynn O'Laney — Google review
Great service at the hotel check in today. The employee informed us that since we were booking a suite for two nights we could take advantage of the extreme players package. This discounted out rooms and offered $200 in free play at the casino. It was nice of him to let us know. We had no idea. We will definitely do this again.
Darrell - — Google review
I have stayed many many times at the casino. For many different reasons, and have never been dissatisfied. The front desk clerk Amanda is so kind. I have had the pleasure of her waiting on me multiple times. Always a smile and great at answering any questions or concerns.
I have been here for medical reasons and appointments and have never had an issue. Always look forward too staying here.
Leanne Desroche — Google review
Great experience! Everything was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. The slot machine area supervisor, Brandi was especially great! She was friendly, upbeat, and made our experience pleasant. She’s definitely an asset to the staff.
nick lann — Google review
We went for the buffet. Food was ok, bigger selection would have been nice. The staff though are amazing very friendly, helpful. Can't say enough about the wonderful staff.
Alexandria Spence — Google review
Love their blackjack table. The lucky charm bet on the blackjack table is the best. It has always been proven lucky for me. The crowd over there is also nice, if you are new people will help you play on the table.
Rounaq Singh — Google review
The vibe was great until a pit boss asked someone for ID for getting $400 cash charged to chips... when the player showed his ID he was then asked his occupation...and answered drug dealer... the pit boss said... I have to report it... then he said he is a Millwright... then the pit boss said he didn't know what that was....😆 😂 😆 😂...seriously? I'm out!
Pam L — Google review
Our room was cleaned once during our 4 night stay.
The checkin staff refused to even entertain checking us in early, citing that our room wasn’t ready at 3pm. He was very rude and condescending. Yet the cleaning staff informed us they stopped cleaning at 2pm and all rooms were ready.
The pool and spa conveniently closed the first day of the YQM festival and reopened the day it ended.
They hyped up the amazing shower in the king suites, that was a major disappointment. It was a large shower that was narrow, without shelves and just had 1 single shower head.
The lighting in the room was absolutely terrible.
The staff in the bar/casino area were lovely.
Overall the experience was underwhelming and definitely not worth the money paid to stay there.
Courtney Hodder — Google review
Was there many time but mostly for concerts the venue is awesome and big but my only issues are that if I paid to see a band and I have to sit I don't want to have security standing in front of me so I can't see the show thats not what I paid for also your pop prices need to be lower considering your only using cans of pop to fill cups. Also the buffet is absolutely wonderful 😋
CrazyNewf30 — Google review
We were just at the casino and were very disappointed that the Buffet we used to like to go to has been changed to only 3x per week. The slot machines were no better than Halifax
Melissa Brown — Google review
Terrible dining experience....30 dollars each upfront plus they asked for a 10 dollar tip up front...30 minute wait....prime rib was cold and dry.....canned gravy....powdered potatoes....and fried chicken was absolutely rancid.....never again!
Mike Mcglashing — Google review
The buffet host with blonde hair has the LEAST welcoming vibe in the history of restaurants. If she's trying to do an impression of someone who hates her life then someone should let her know that we get it already. LADY, why do you hate every restaurant customer? People are afraid to ask you a question because of your overall demeanor. CHANGE your attitude and stop being such a stuck up RESTAURANT MANAGER and ruining people's dinner.
Pamela Leblanc — Google review
Great place to spend a nice evening. Casino was good. We didn't win, but that's the risk of gambling, lol. The dealers were really friendly. The hotel was amazing. Really large room with a super comfortable bed. Will definitely return.
Matt Barendrecht — Google review
Buffet is not the greatest but that is all you have to compare it with locally I guess it's ok a bit pricey for what they have to offer. The main course was pork belly.
Magnetic Hill Zoo, situated approximately 15 minutes away from Moncton city, is a vast wildlife park that houses over 400 domestic and exotic animals. It also boasts a towering playground, barnyard, and pony rides for visitors to enjoy. The zoo is the largest of its kind in Atlantic Canada and was named fourth on Canada's top ten zoos list in 2008.
The zoo is absolutely beautiful and such a lovely big space to walk around! The playground is amazing for kids as well. All the animals seem very well taken of 😊
Carly — Google review
We go to the Wild Lights display annually and it is always a magical time for the whole family. Our daughter (8) and her best friend have a blast. This year was a significant improvement from last - more lights, better maintained (last year a lot were out), and we loved the musical light display at the barn area. We were also glad to see some animals were NOT out - specifically last year the panther was out and was visibly distressed being directly across from a loud music and moving light display. We also stop for a Beaver Tail - and was pleased to see the dining area well spaced out and sanitizing wipes available to clean tables. However the lines we congested without adequate space for distancing. Also noticed a lot of dropped masks and some refuse in the walkways.
Wins - Light displays, affordability, playground, food and drink options, clean bathrooms, clear marking for walking and directions, and full evening of enjoyment.
Melody Land — Google review
Our first date was at the Magnetic Hill Zoo and we make an annual visit on each NYE. This year was one of the better visits for sure as tons of new lights and even the barn lights were sync'd to the music. It makes a perfect date location and so much fun to see all the lights!
Joel Gallant — Google review
It's been years since I've been to the zoo but decided to take my kids here for an afternoon. We went in October so there were some cute pumpkin/photo ops and some interesting exhibits and enclosures. The petting zoo was fun to feed the deer and goats as well and I'm so happy they finally have it fenced in rather than letting all the animals roam free like before. All that being said, the prices here were insane. 3 adults and 2 children for $64 and to top it off, they don't even provide you a map of the grounds. We were asked if we wanted to buy a map to help with "conservation". We exited through the gift shop and the prices there were equally as wild (excuse the pun). I was also a bit disappointed none of the food vendors were opened but perhaps because it's the off-season it wasn't available. Overall it was a fun afternoon for the kids but nowhere we'll be back to anytime soon due to the cost.
Katie Enman — Google review
Perfect place to spend the day with kids. Lots to see as well as interactive experiences. Book ahead to avoid the line. Have loonies on hand for the feed stations. Kids can also do horseback riding for 7.00.
Amanda L — Google review
I recently visited this zoo, and I was thoroughly impressed by the wide variety of animals they have on display. From majestic lions to playful otters and everything in between, it's a diverse collection that caters to all animal enthusiasts.
What stood out even more was the impeccable cleanliness and well-maintained enclosures. The animals appeared healthy and content. The zoo's commitment to conservation and education was evident in their informative exhibits and interactive programs. It's a perfect family-friendly destination that provides a memorable and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
Went back again after the winter. I might just keep coming back.
Edmar Alvarez — Google review
Love this zoo. I've gone a couple times now with different age groups and everyone seems to enjoy thier visit. The staff are friendly, the amenities are clean and the animals are usually moving around which makes the experience even better .
Justin Richards — Google review
This place is very well taken care of. The kids always love the huge park it’s a great spot for them to burn off some energy in the middle of our venture through the park. The animals appear to be well taken care of with reasonably sized enclosures. Come down from Truro every year. Can’t wait to go back.
Victoria Mitchell — Google review
It was interesting that the Magnetic Hill has a zoo. The price was quite surprisingly cheap ($9 for adults) and even cheaper for kids. We came early May during off season and there was no waiting time. The animal selection is just ok compared to other zoo I've been to, but it was still fun. The zoo was quite clean and well-maintained. It takes about an hour to an hour and half for us to see everything. The otters and goats were particularly cute.
Ruichi — Google review
A lovely zoo nestled in nature. Staff is happy to answer any questions. The animals were very active that day so my daughter was able to get some nice close-up shots.
Claudia Brennan — Google review
This was our first visit here. was very pleased. prices are good.ànd lots of different animals to look at.
with there were more monkeysbas they are my favorite. and we went fist thing in the morning which was great for crowd wise but I think they animals would be more active later in the day. they were pretty lazy in the morning beside the otters.
also would be nice it the feeding times were posted somewhere for us to see.
the gift shops were very nice lots to choose from.
also don't forget to bring some change for the couple of spot you can feed a few of the different animals. they also do pony rides for kids 12 and under inthink it was $7.00
Karen Gillis — Google review
This zoo has lots of cool animals! There are lions, a tiger named Amur, monkeys, cows, ostriches, otters, and even pony rides. It's fun for everyone because you can see big and small animals and even ride a pony.
HAMZA KHAN — Google review
I had an amazing visit! I loved it! Beautiful place. The animals were absolutely wonderful. They all seemed to be well fed and healthy.
Catherine Hunter — Google review
It's the best zoo in the Maritimes. Plenty of animals, a great park in the middle, just a good place to go with the family.
Big Ginger — Google review
Small zoo but its very nice and pretty. The staffs are friendly and the maintain the place real good. Lots of animals to study about and the beavertales os awesome. Toilets are clean. Good maps. Fee is cheap. Not a place to spend a whole day but definitely worth for 3 hours
Kamesh waran — Google review
During the winter the zoo has a beautiful display of lights. Definitely worth taking that walk. You get to see some animals and you can enjoy a hot cup of cocoa and stay warm by a fireplace before continuing the walk and at the end you can stop at the souvenir store. lots of variety in items.
Nicie Den — Google review
It was ok, I visited zoo where animals seemed more happy, had a better place to evolve, more space. The pumas just walked along the same path, so did the wolf, left me a bit sad. It make me think of the prisoner who walk the same path every day. I think it's the fence, there's too much of it. The Halloween decorations was top notches.
Martine Pelletier — Google review
One hour fun for kids to roam inside watching animals seemed to be tired always. We see few play areas for kids and here and there bottled can vending machines and shops with snacks and drinks. We missed the water splash and dry games within the same area, soon next time! One day trip will be more fun ❤️
Nanthini Srinivasan — Google review
Although we only had a chance to view the Africa area, we were impressed with the animals and the facilities. The parking was ok, we were lucky to find a spot around noontime. And there was a long line at the gift shop. And some of the drink dispensers weren't working. But overall, still a great trip.
Danielle Durocher — Google review
Wonderful place to visit!! Clean and eat to navigate! The animals are fabulous and there are even opportunities to interact with some of them. We enjoyed the experience, thank you kindly, PhotographingInTheMoment
Zeph Mac — Google review
I love that it is wheelchair accessible here. The staff are friendly and the animals are truly amazing. 😍
Mobility Express — Google review
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4.0
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125 Magic Mountain Rd, Moncton, NB E1G 4V7, Canada
Magnetic Hill is a great novelty to check out on your way through on while staying in the area. The park has been fully capitalized with gift shops, restaurants and even a water park. It is a truly unique spot to visit and doesn't take too long to check out. 10/10
Alex Dunn — Google review
We didn't do the road as it was a pay to drive that day. Walked the cute little shopping village though.
Karen Plourde — Google review
It's nice place to enjoy your weekend😊
Biking Barista 76 (Dennis) — Google review
We stopped here en route to PEI. Fun and interesting, really was a weird experience that had the whole family scratching their heads trying to figure it out. Quick and inexpensive. Also liked the small gift shops on site, as we got some great deals on souvenir items. Would recommend.
Anshu Prasad — Google review
Cute little village!
Xiao Huang — Google review
Cool place to visit
Quick
Inexpensive
Jordan Gillespie — Google review
Very beautiful place to visit in Moncton.
Shilpa — Google review
We went to magnetic hill park to experience magnetic hill. When we got to the hill itself, it was an absolute cluster F of vehicles going in all directions. They tell you to move over to the left lane beside the white post. Vehicles were trying to exit in the same lane. While we were waiting our turn, the guy in front of us got out of his vehicle and started yelling at us to put our vehicle in neutral and start rolling backwards even though it wasn’t our turn. Once we had our turn, it wasn’t what it’s cracked up to be - in our opinion. You’re rolling backwards down a slight grade to gain momentum to go upgrade? We got frustrated and left.
If anyone from the park Is reading this review, please take note that there needs to be staff coordinating traffic in this area or more signage in place in the area to direct people in lanes and where to wait their turn. As someone else stated in their review, it’s only a matter of time before there’s a fender bender.
I’m sure the rest of the park is a great attraction, but until this park sorts out this traffic coordination issue, don’t waste your money and time on this.
Melissa Legge — Google review
Best 9$ I've ever spent. Due to the time of year not all the animals were even out but it was still amazing for the kids and can't beat the price!
taylor Mayotta — Google review
Visited the Wharf Village. Restaurant open. Ice cream open. Gift shop open. A great place to support. By the zoo. Magnetic Hill. Later Magic Mountain. Support Moncton!