Top 31 Places to Visit in
Parry Sound | Ontario
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‘Trestle of Parry Sound’ by Tom Thomson
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You can compare the view of the unique Parry Sound trestle with a painting by legendary artist Tom Thomson on his visit in 1914. Visit the first Artist’s Station located under the shelter of the Seguin River Parkette gazebo, on McIsaac Way, near Chippewa III ship. In mid-July, travelling back to Algonquin Park, Thomson paddled […]
- McIsaac Way, Parry Sound, ON P2A 2W9
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- https://www.parrysound.ca/en/play-here/artists--stations.asp
‘Parry Sound Harbour’ by Tom Thomson
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You can compare also the view of Parry Sound Harbour with a painting by Tom Thomson on the same visit in 1914. The second Artist’s Station is located along the waterfront trail, just past the entrance to the rugged trail. These stations, unique to Parry Sound were designed by FAD Architects and fabricated by Kropf […]
- 11A Salt Dock Rd, Parry Sound, ON P2A 3B6
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- https://www.parrysound.ca/en/play-here/artists--stations.asp
Tower Hill Lookout
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Parry Sound’s 30m high lookout Tower provides stunning 360-degree spectacular views of the harbour Georgian Bay. Delight in the views of floatplanes and barges, and the famous Canadian Pacific Railway trestle bridge below you. The tower is situated at 17 George St where you will find the Tower Hill Garden. Recommended by BETTY […]
- 17 George St, Parry Sound
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- https://www.parrysound.ca/en/visit-us/tower-hill-lookout---heritage-garden.asp
Home Town of Hockey Legend Bobby Orr
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Robert Gordon “Bobby” Orr is one of the greatest hockey players of all time. Orr used his ice skating speed, scoring, and play-making abilities to revolutionize the position of defenseman. Bobby Orr was born in Parry Sound in 1948. He began skating at the age of four when he acquired his first pair of […]
Rotary & Algonquin Regiment Waterfront Trail
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Enjoy the fantastic views of Parry Sound Harbour from the waterfront trail near the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame and Charles W. Stockey Centre. For an up-close-and-personal shoreline experience, walk the 6.5 km waterfront trail hugging the shores of Georgian Bay. The trail is started on Bay Street across the street from the Town Dock. […]
Recommended by BETTY CASCANETTE
- 2 Bay Street, Parry Sound, ON P2A 1S3
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- https://www.parrysound.ca/en/play-here/rotary-and-algonquin-regiment-fitness-trail.asp
Francis Pegahmagabow Statue
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The statue, commemorating a local First Nations soldier, the most highly decorated First Nations soldier for bravery in Canadian military history and the most effective sniper of World War I. A bronze likeness of Company Sergeant-Major (CSM) Francis Pegahmagabow was unveiled in 2016, just a short drive from Sgt Pegahmagabow’s birthplace at Wasauksing First Nation. […]
The Natural Jewel of 30,000 Islands
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The eastern coast of Georgian Bay where Parry Sound is located is known as the “30,000 Islands”. It is considered the world’s largest freshwater archipelago. UNESCO designated the area in 2004 as the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve. Our 30,000 Island archipelago is known for its wilderness feeling, natural wonder, and rich cultural history. It’s one of only 13 […]
Fountain for Horses
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You can drink fresh water at the corner of James and Seguin – at Beatty’s corner. The fountain is one of the most recognized landmarks in Parry Sound. Originally, an old drinking fountain was built to refresh weary horses. Now it works mostly for people 🙂
Parry Sound Books
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Charlotte Stein and Alan Stein chose Parry Sound to open a book shop because they were cottagers and decided this would be a place where they could raise their family, work for themselves and still get to Queen Street for that urban fix when necessary. In the spring of 1988, they registered the business and […]
Recommended by KATHERINE MARY GOVIER
- 26 James Street, Parry Sound, Ontario P2a 1t5
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- www.parrysoundbooks.com
Made in Parry Sound
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‘Meet your Makers’ Made in Parry Sound is a group of people making and producing locally made products. Wander the downtown and you will find many of the ‘makers’ of these ‘Made in Parry Sound’ products.
Festival of the Sound
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July – August Festival of the Sound is an annual 3-week long classical music festival that occurs from July to August in Parry Sound. The festival features dozens of concerts in the Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts and opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of the Parry Sound region through scenic cruises […]
Bands on the Bay | Free Summer Concerts
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Bands on the Bay performs in Summer at the Stockey Centre on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Bringing you a full evening of music overlooking beautiful Georgian Bay. Bands that perform play classical music. In the case of rain, the performance continues in the Performance Hall of the Charles W. Stocky Centre. Every concert is different […]
Waubuno Beach
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Parry Sound is proud to be the home of a Blue Flag certified beach known as Waubuno Beach. This is a large sandy beach with volleyball courts. Waubuno was a side-wheel paddle steamer that conveyed passengers and freight between Collingwood and Parry Sound in the 1860s and 1870s. There is a sizable old anchor near […]
Wolf Den
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Located on Parry Sound’s main street, the Wolf Den – “Native American Store of Goods” – offers a “selection of native art and crafts – porcupine quill and birch bark baskets, native made leather moccasins, handcrafted pottery and jewellery, clothing, leather goods, carvings and so much more.”
Recommended by VLADIMIR SHEHOVTSOV & DANA MARIE & MISSY MOCCASIN
- 43 James St, Parry Sound, ON P2A 1T6
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- wolfden.ca
Town Dock
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The town-owned dock at the waterfront is open to the public unless a cruise ship is in port. There is a gazebo with a picnic area at the end as well as a pair of Adirondack chairs. This is a great place to sit and watch what is going on in Parry Sound Harbour.
Roof of Treatment Plant
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Enjoy the spectacular view offered from the parkette on the roof of the Tony Agnello Water Filtration Plant. Feel like you’re on the bow of an ocean liner Relax here with your kids. It is one of the reasons the Town received the 2003 Award of Excellence from the Consulting Engineers.
Killbear Provincial Park
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Killbear Provincial Park is located on Georgian Bay, near the town of Nobel. Killbear combines Georgian Bay sunsets sandy beaches typical of the Great Lakes the rock ridges beautiful views of windswept pines on rocky islands 6 km recreational trail for hiking and biking
Depot Harbour
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In 15 minutes from Parry Sound, you can find a unique place. Depot Harbour is the largest town in Ontario to have become a ghost town. Located on Parry Island, which is part of the Wasauksing First Nation, Depot Harbour was once the western terminus of the Canadian Atlantic Railway and a very busy shipping […]
Rose Point Trail
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An 8km trail that follows the final segment of J.R. Booth’s railroad (to Depot Harbour). This historic route connects Rose Point, where a bridge passes over to Wasauksing First Nation and Depot Harbour, the terminus for the railroad, to Forest Hill, adjacent to Oastler Provincial Park. Hike, bike, horseback ride, cross-country ski, or snowshoe on the […]
Recommended by LESLIE DUNPHY
- Rose Point Rd, Parry Sound, ON P2A 2W8
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- http://www.parktoparktrail.org/getonthetrail/#rose-point-jump
Art in the Park
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This annual venue has been running since 1976 and has become one of the largest tourist destinations. You can find items from clothing, preserves, artworks, pottery, jewellery, soaps & lotions, stained glass and so much more. Visit Parry Sound in July. Recommended by MARK ALLAN You can use free WiFi on Market Square for twelve […]
Bearly Used Books
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Bearly Used Books needs to be on the list! A book lover’s paradise! Over 180,000 used books to choose from. Friendly staff & great finds. “We will periodically post pictures of stock on our Facebook and Instagram pages for people to browse. If you are looking for a particular title or recommendation you can email […]
Recommended by KRISTA LEBLANC DENHERTOG & SANDRA PAYNE CHESTER
- 15 James St, Parry Sound, ON P2A 1T4
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- www.bearlyusedbooks.ca
Johnny’s Curbside Grill
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Great food and the friendliest service. Since opening over 10 years ago, Johnny’s Curbside Grill has been proudly serving the Parry Sound area its many iconic favourites. From mouth-watering burgers, signature crispy chicken sandwiches, to mountain-high piles of fresh-cut fries and poutines, Johnny’s has it all to satisfy the greatest appetite for you and your […]
Recommended by BETTY CASCANETTE
- 15 William St., Parry Sound, ON, Canada P2A 1V2
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Maurizio’s Pizza
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Try the best Northern Ontario pizza. Award-winning Pizza chef Maurizio serves up traditional thin crust 12″ medium-sized pizza’s in an authentic Italian wood-fired oven.
Di Salvo’s Bella Cucina Italian Eatery
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Di Salvo’s Bella Cucina is a fine-dining Italian restaurant located by the waterfront in Parry Sound. In October 2020, Carlo Di Salvo won the Diamond award for the best local chef. Di Salvo’s serves authentic Italian cuisine in modern style, with an emphasis on quality and freshness. Our menu is prepared in-house with pride and […]
Recommended by VLADIMIR SHEHOVTSOV
- 2 James Street, Parry Sound, Ontario P2A 1T4
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- https://disalvos.ca/
Norse Brewery
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Located in Nobel ON, Norse Brewery is Parry Sound Area favourite brewery. We are located just north of Parry Sound, within a few meters from the hwy 400 (69). Should you decide to visit, and we certainly hope you do, take an exit to Woods road following with the next right onto Ritchie Dr. Stop […]
- Parry Sound Industrial Park, 11 Ritchie Drive, Nobel, ON
- 705-345-0274
- http://www.norsebrewery.com/
Trestle Brewing Company
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Named after Parry Sound’s trestle bridge, Trestle Brewing Company is an independently owned craft brewery located near the harbour (if you’re sitting on the deck you can see the harbour and the trestle bridge). They offer a selection of craft beers and meals.
Gilly’s Snug Harbour
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Cozy, harbourfront spot serving local seafood, including fish ’n’ chips, with burgers & steaks. Terry ‘Gilly’ Gilbert and his wife Sarah, along with their five sons, have been living the Snug Harbour dream, providing good, simple, local food, drinks and hospitality. Gilly’s Snug Harbour Restaurant and Marine is unique in its accessibility by land and […]
Recommended by LESLIE DUNPHY
- 138 Snug Harbour Road, Carling, ON P0G 1G0
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- www.gillyssnugharbour.com
Henry’s Fish Restaurant
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Located on Frying Pan Island in the Sans Souci area on the coast of Georgian Bay, Henry’s Fish Restaurant is known for its famous fish and chips including battered and pan-fried Pickerel dinners. Henry’s is a Family Style Fresh Fish Restaurant. One of the more unusual aspects of Henry’s is that seaplanes fly in throughout […]
Recommended by LESLIE DUNPHY
- Frying Pan Island, Sans Souci, ON P2A 2L9
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- henrysongeorgianbay.com
Mrs Wilsons Kitchen
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A Homestead in the Countryside with a licensed and inspected kitchen where we produce lasagna, cabbage rolls and meat pies using our own beef and chicken. Participate in what the seasons have to offer. Fresh veggies from the Homestead gardens Educational walks for permaculture and environmental studies Pick up frozen dinners Mrs Wilsons Super Fast […]
Recommended by David & Maureen Wilson
- 6 Frontier Trail, McDougall, Ontario P2A 2W7
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- www.mrswilsonskitchen.com
Northern Swine & Steer
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Parry Sounds unique meat, bbq and smoker shop right on the water across from the town dock. Authorized Yoder and Traeger dealer as well as Chilly Moose. Hard to find rubs and sauces such as Meat Church, Five Monkeys, Whiskey Bent and others. Don’t forget about the excellent selection of meat cuts including Tomahawks and […]
Recommended by STEVE ROSS
- 17 Bay Street, Parry Sound
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- https://www.facebook.com/Northern-Swine-Steer-110792823946151/