Top Things to do in Cavendish
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"Anne of Green Gables" enthusiasts flock to the appealing beach town on PEI’s north coast where Lucy Maud Montgomery lived and set her books. Visit Green Gables House, the author’s childhood home, and the Anne theme park of Avonlea Village. Those who want their vacation to turn a different page can hop on the trolley and explore 25 miles of sand dunes on Cavendish Beach in Prince Edward Island National Park, play champion golf courses, bike, sail and visit various family-friendly theme parks.
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1. Cavendish Cliffs
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5.0 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By Kaymtravel7 - Los Angeles, United States
This is a must do when visiting PEI. We only had time to view the cliffs from above, but they were spectacular. It is a wonderful place to take photos, and I could’ve spent much longer strolling around and enjoying the views. The ocean waves have such a powerful and majestic sound. It’s fascinating to see the red clay everywhere.
2. Cavendish Beach
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4.5 based on 899 reviews
Large beach located in the northern part of the island, popular with walkers, sunbathers and swimmers.
Reviewed By 599sherih - New Smyrna Beach, United States
I loved seeing the cliffs off Cavendish Beach. You can go in through the national park entrance or straight to the beach. We took some of the best pictures all along this coast line and there are spots to stop and explore down onto the shore below. There are also bike trails that run through the national park so you could park and do the beach and the trails from the same spot.
3. Cavendish Post Office
4. Green Gables
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4.0 based on 1,553 reviews
Home made famous in "Anne of Green Gables" which has been restored to match the descriptions in the books.
Reviewed By 379roberts379 - Lawrence, United States
We had a great time visiting the area that inspired the Anne of Green Gables stories. The tour guide tells you the basic and then you can walk through the house and the grounds. There is a nice modern museum area that tells the history of the author Lucy Maud Montgomery, who was inspired to right her beloved series by this beautiful area.where she spent time as a child. Well worth a visit. In July it was beautiful.
5. Shining Waters Family Fun Park
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4.0 based on 293 reviews
Explore over 30 acres of family fun including Buccaneer Bay, Storybook Land and the Discovery Woods. Take the plunge down one of our four large waterslides or splash around in the Turtle Cove children's splashpad. Whirl around on the Buccaneer Bay Bullet roller coaster, or catch a wave on the Surf's Up. Enjoy live and animated animals in our barn and don't miss the mirror maze, tree house and the Swamp Shack. Canteen facilities and rental barbeques available.
Reviewed By arleneew90 - Halifax, Canada
Excellent idea hours are convenient for families with kids of all ages and water slides was a central place for us to set up in provided lawn chair loungers (awesome surprise first day we packed chairs so lightened our load to carry & nice surprise to see these provided). Awesome time spent very well run.
6. Sandspit Cavendish Beach
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4.0 based on 363 reviews
Enjoy Atlantic Canada's classic amusement park! Ride the Cyclone roller-coaster, ferris wheel and over 15 other carnival favourites. Cool off on the bumper-boats, or take a swing on our miniature golf course. Try your hand at one of our old-fashioned games or enjoy a tasty carnival treat. Take a spin on the Can-Am racers (sold separately). Canteen and picnic facilities available. All-day bracelet packages or pay-as-you-go. No admission charge to grounds.
Reviewed By Smilinghill - Halifax, Canada
Our family visited this weekend- 11 year old daughter and her 12 year old friend. I was worried there would not be enough for older kids to do, turned out I was wrong!! They had a blast! The park is doing a wonderful job with Covid restrictions- from mask wearing to screening upon arrival to booking on line. I liked booking on line and knowing we didn't have to worry about if it was too busy to get in and have a plan as to when we had to go- we opted for 5-10pm rather than 10-6 and for us it worked well. We preferred being there after/outside the heat of the day. While most of the rides are older everything was well maintained and the staff were excellent. A great option for family fun in Cavendish!
7. Ripley's Believe it or Not!
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4.0 based on 190 reviews
Check out our new interactive exhibits, like the Spin Browser or the Color Brite wall! Go on a worldly adventure with genuine shrunken heads and the worlds tallest man. Ripley travelled the world collecting hundreds of oddities. See fossilized dinosaur eggs, portrait of Ray Charles made of confetti, an authentic shrunken head, amazing 10-ft. moving robot made of car parts, life-size matchstick dolphin. 14 galleries of rare collections from around the world... what an adventure! Unique illusions and interactives, with bizarre videos.
Reviewed By emilie728 - Fort McMurray, Canada
This was a rainy day activity while we were in the Cavendish area. I wasn't sure if my 4 and 5 year old would like it or if they would be freaked out by it, but they loved it! They really liked the interactive play areas. A great way to spend a rainy morning!
8. L.M. Montgomery's Cavendish National Historic Site of Canada
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4.0 based on 161 reviews
9. Avonlea Village
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3.5 based on 723 reviews
A collection of eclectic shops and eateries in a beautiful heritage setting. There is no entrance fee.
Reviewed By safetygirl4you - Hamilton, Canada
Ice Cream and nice people Lots of cool souvenirs, Cows ice cream and wonderful coffee. Burgers and sunshine
10. Jurassic Bart's Dinosaur Museum and Petting Farm
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3.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By hollieg547 - Nova Scotia, Canada
Awesome little dinosaur museum in Stanley Bridge. The first part is the dinosaur museum, then we went outside to the petting zoo, and then we played in the kids play area. The kids loved looking at the dinosaurs and seeing the cute little kittens in the petting zoo. In the kids play area there are a ton of carnival-like games as well as a sandbox and a couple miniature buildings. For an extra few dollars we bought a bunch of water balloons and had a blast launching them at each other with the big slingshots in the play area. We will definitely be back next year!
