North Rustico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
North Rustico showing snow, a lake or waterhole and a small town or village
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
Stay at this 4-star motel in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (591 reviews)
"This was a very clean, quaint motel. We extended our stay by 2 days and was by fare my wives favourite place in our travels. It is close to a number of very good sea food restaurants if that is to your liking and within easy travel of tourist sites. The beds were excellent, the staff was excellent, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2023

North Rustico Harbour Inn
St Lawrance Motel
St Lawrance 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 pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (93 reviews)
"Helpful and friendly staff. Very clean. Not too far from Cavendish, but much more affordable. Close to the beach."

Reviewed on 21 Sep 2023

St Lawrance Motel
Cozy 2-bedroom house in beautiful North Rustico with WiFi, AC
Cozy 2-bedroom house in beautiful North Rustico with WiFi, AC
North Rustico, PE
Stay at this holiday home in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, on-site parking and a patio. Popular attractions Watermark Theatre and Rustico Harbour Fishery Museum ...
Cozy 2-bedroom house in beautiful North Rustico with WiFi, AC
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.
Cozy 2-bedroom house in beautiful North Rustico with WiFi, AC
Cozy 2-bedroom house in beautiful North Rustico with WiFi, AC
North Rustico, PE
Stay at this holiday home in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, on-site parking and a patio. Popular attractions Watermark Theatre and Rustico Harbour Fishery Museum ...
Cozy 2-bedroom house in beautiful North Rustico with WiFi, AC
Luxury 3 bedroom w/ kings listing in North Rustico- walk to the beach
Luxury 3 bedroom w/ kings listing in North Rustico- walk to the beach
North Rustico, PE
Stay at this holiday home in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, on-site parking and a garden. Popular attractions Watermark Theatre and Rustico Harbour Fishery ...
Luxury 3 bedroom w/ kings listing in North Rustico- walk to the beach
Harbour Light Haven
Harbour Light Haven
North Rustico, PE
Stay at this cottage in North Rustico. Enjoy free WiFi, on-site parking and a garden. Popular attractions Watermark Theatre and Rustico Harbour Fishery Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Spotless!!
"Everything we needed for our stay! Place was spotless. No unhappy surprises! Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2023

Harbour Light Haven
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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