Excursions and day trips
Sandbanks Provincial Park
Provincial park with three sandy beaches and large dunes on Lake Ontario. Summer guests: your free Sandbanks pass is waiting at the home. The park can reach capacity on hot weekends and holidays, so arrive early.
Rosehall Run Vineyards
Winery at 1243 Greer Road with wine flights and a bottle shop. Reservations are available for groups of six or fewer. Some wineries shorten hours in winter.
Hinterland Wine Company
Sparkling-wine specialist in a former dairy barn on Closson Road with a daily tasting room.
Huff Estates Winery
Winery and inn open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a tasting bar, patio dining and an art gallery.
County Cider Company
Cidery at 657 Bongards Crossroads with a tasting room and a weekend patio serving wood-fired pizza. Family and dog friendly.
Sandbanks Tours & Experiences
Guided wine, brewery and distillery tours and shuttles around the County; the longest-running operator listed by Visit The County.
Get Corked PEC Tours
Wellington-based driving service for custom winery and brewery tours.
Bike the County
Bike rentals and guided winery, brewery or town bike tours, including e-bikes, from a shop on the Millennium Trail.
Picton Harbour Pontoon Boat Tours
A 1.5-hour pontoon boat tour of the harbour and shallow coves, with history and wildlife commentary.
Escape Camp Picton
WWII-themed escape rooms at a former air base, for groups of up to 5 or 10 players.
Beaches
North Beach Provincial Park
Quieter sandy beach on Lake Ontario with a dog beach and park store. Park gates are automatic, so buy the permit in advance.
Wellington Rotary Beach
Stony beach with shallow water, picnic areas, a boardwalk and washrooms beside the village. The County has closed it to new arrivals on days when it reached capacity.
Nature and parks
Lake on the Mountain Provincial Park
Day-use park with a small lake high above the Bay of Quinte, a lookout over the Glenora ferry and picnic areas.
Family days out
Wildlings Play Cafe
2,400 sq ft indoor play space for ages 0-7 with a cafe. Closed Mondays.
Places to eat
Drake Devonshire Restaurant
Lakefront restaurant at 24 Wharf Street serving contemporary Canadian food; reservations are taken by the dining team.
Creekside Cafe
Breakfast and brunch spot at 280 Main Street, Thursday to Monday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., walk-ins.
The Old Greenhouse Ice Cream Shop
Hard and soft-serve ice cream shop at 182 Main Street that also has treats for pets.
Wineries, breweries and bars
Sandbanks Estate Winery
A favourite for wine tasting in the Wellington area, recommended by your hosts. Check tasting times and seasonal food before you go.
Norman Hardie Winery
Winery at 1152 Greer Road with a tasting bar and a seasonal outdoor pizza oven.
Gillingham Brewing Company
Family-run brewery at 1316 Wilson Road with beer, wine and food, and a second location in Picton.
Markets and shopping
Wellington Community Market
Not-for-profit Saturday market at 243 Main Street with food and artisan vendors, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Wellington Main Street
Independent shops, art galleries, coffee and ice cream along the village main street. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
Culture and history
Wellington Heritage Museum
Local history museum in an 1885 Quaker meeting house with a heritage garden. Admission is by donation.
The Regent Theatre
Heritage theatre on Main Street showing films and live events year-round.
Essentials
Foodland (Piersons), Wellington
Village grocery at 279 Main Street, open Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. per store listings.
PharmaChoice Wellington (pharmacy)
Pharmacy at 274 Main Street. Listed hours are Monday to Friday 9-5 and Saturday 9-2, closed Sunday; confirm by phone.
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Questions
How do I get to Wellington, Prince Edward County?
Toronto is about 2.5 hours (213 km) by car, Ottawa about 3 hours and Kingston about 1 hour. There is no commercial airport in the County; Toronto Pearson and Ottawa are the closest major airports. Seasonal FlixBus service from Toronto ran June 8 to September 13, 2026.
Do I need a reservation for Sandbanks Provincial Park?
In summer, yes, you should reserve a day-use vehicle permit in advance on the Ontario Parks site. Permits are released at 7:00 a.m. five days ahead and can sell out on busy days. The 2026 day-use season runs April 24 to October 26. Staying at the Mantie by the Bay County Getaway in summer? A free Sandbanks pass is included with your stay and waiting at the home.
Is there a beach in Wellington?
Wellington Rotary Beach is a public stony beach with shallow water, picnic areas and a boardwalk. The County has closed it when it reached capacity on busy days. North Beach Provincial Park is a sandy alternative, with day-use from June 6 to October 4, 2026.
When is the best time of year to visit?
Beaches and parks operate from late spring to early fall. Wineries and restaurants are open much of the year, though some reduce hours in winter and the Wellington market runs May to mid-October.
What can we do if it rains?
Visit The County lists the Wellington Heritage Museum, the Regent Theatre in Picton, indoor play at Wildlings and winery or brewery tastings among rainy-day options.
Travel times are approximate. Places and opening times change, so check with each place before you go. Checked October 17, 2026. Mantie by the Bay is not affiliated with the places listed.