35 Beautiful Literary Spots Across America for Every Reader

33. Green Gables Heritage Site (Cavendish, Prince Edward Island, Canada – Bonus Pick!)

Though not technically in the U.S., Green Gables is such a beloved destination for American readers that it’s worth sneaking in as a literary pilgrimage site. This is the setting that inspired Anne of Green Gables, and walking through its rolling fields, white farmhouse, and “Haunted Wood” makes visitors feel as if they’ve stepped into Lucy Maud Montgomery’s timeless tale. The house is lovingly restored, with trails and exhibits that bring Anne Shirley’s world vividly to life.