North Rustico

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North Rustico which includes signage and snow
North Rustico which includes snow, a small town or village and a lake or waterhole
North Rustico
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North Rustico which includes a small town or village and snow

Enjoy deep-sea fishing tours, kayaking adventures and walks on sweeping beaches at this pretty port town on the north-central coast of Prince Edward Island.

North Rustico is a popular summer destination on the shores of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Established in the late 1700s by a community of Acadians, North Rustico grew to become an important fishing port, notably for lobster and mackerel. Visit the town to discover its easygoing charm, pristine beaches and family-friendly outdoor pursuits.

Find North Rustico Harbour just a short walk from the town center along the waterfront North Rustico Harbour Trail. Pass a collection of working fishermen’s huts and watch as boats pull into the harbor with the day’s catch. Learn about the history of fishing on Prince Edward Island at the Rustico Harbour Fishery Museum. The North Rustico Lighthouse has been guiding seafarers since 1876.

Join a fishing excursion, cast a line off the side of a trawler and wait patiently to reel in fish such as cod and mackerel. Trips depart from the harbor between June and September. Alternatively, sign up for a kayaking tour and discover sandy beaches framed by dramatic red sandstone cliffs.

Return by foot to the North Rustico Harbour Trail and continue to North Rustico Beach. Appreciate the beach’s untamed beauty, paddle in the cool water and spot seabirds grappling with fish. During the summer the water is warm enough for swimming. In winter the beach is often covered in a magical blanket of snow.

Enjoy concerts and interpretations of well-known plays, including Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, at the Watermark Theatre. Dine on fresh fish, lobster, mussels and seafood chowder at the town’s restaurants.

Reach North Rustico by flying to Charlottetown Airport, about 19 miles (30 kilometers) southeast of town, and rent a car from there. Visit nearby Prince Edward Island National Park to enjoy its wild beaches, campgrounds and hiking trails. The town is also part of the Green Gables Shore, a tourist region that incorporates sites made famous by Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables novel.

North Rustico Harbour Inn

North Rustico Harbour Inn

4 out of 5
7366 Cavendish Road, North Rustico, PE
The price is P6,384 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P6,384
P7,342 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, a picnic area, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (719 reviews)
"Cute little inn for a night’s stop over in PEI. Near great restaurants and walkable wharf and beach. Room clean and bed was very comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

North Rustico Harbour Inn
St Lawrence Motel

St Lawrence Motel

2.5 out of 5
351 Rue du Gulf Shore Parkway West, North Rustico, PE
Stay at this motel in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (203 reviews)
"The staff at St. Lawrence Motel are extremely friendly, accommodating, thoughtful, and respectful. They provided me lots of information about where I could go as I asked for their perspective. The location is extremely close to the beach with a less than five minute walk to the waterfront."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

St Lawrence Motel
North Rustico Motel and Cottages

North Rustico Motel and Cottages

3 out of 5
7103 Rustico Rd., North Rustico, PE
The price is P6,286 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,286
P7,229 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (339 reviews)
"It had what we needed for a fair price. Comfortable beds and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

North Rustico Motel and Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blue Crest Cottages

Blue Crest Cottages

3 out of 5
Route 6, Civic # 6800, North Rustico, PE
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Watermark Theatre and Rustico Harbour ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"Nice people, beautiful setting"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Blue Crest Cottages
Glendenning Hall

Glendenning Hall

2 out of 5
331 Grafton Street, Charlottetown, PE
Stay at this aparthotel in Charlottetown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (780 reviews)
"Very nice place very nice people"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Glendenning Hall
Green Gables Bungalow Court

Green Gables Bungalow Court

3 out of 5
8663 Cavendish Road, Cavendish, PE
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cottage in Cavendish. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (447 reviews)
"Cute cabin, pool is a bit cold"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Green Gables Bungalow Court
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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