Attractions
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While the region is best known for its world-class outdoor experiences, it also offers an impressive range of built attractions.
For those with a fascination for living history, step back in time to experience the adventure, conflict and romance of Canada’s fur trade days at impressive Fort William Historical Park, winner of the Attractions Canada Award of Excellence.
Museums throughout the region offer glimpses of the past, focusing on farming, sports, military or woodlands history.
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If you would like to have a piece of amethyst, Ontario’s official gemstone, visit one of the region’s amethyst mines. They contain some of the largest amethyst deposits in North America.
From art galleries to outdoor nature parks, zoos and carnival rides to hiking across Canada’s longest suspension bridge, there’s lots to do in the North of Superior Region.
| Gammondale Farm | |  Every season...another reason to visit the friendly fun folks at Gammondale!
Pumpkinfest and the Haunted Cornfield in Sep-Oct.
Gammondale is a great farm for family reunions, parties, corn roasts, school tours, horse-drawn hay/sleigh rides & corporate events. Visit us at www.gammondalefarm.com for updates and news. | | |
| Nipigon Fall Fishing Festival | |  Join us for the Nipigon Fall Fishing Festival, the longest running festival on the north shore of Lake Superior. Planned events include:
* Giant Penny Auction
* Three fishing derbies: a one day competitive salmon derby, a one day kids Huck Finn derby and a three day family derby
* Social / Dance
* Slow Pitch Tournament
* Antique Cars
Thousands in cash and prizes. | | |
| Amethyst Mine Panorama | |  Amethyst Mine Panorama is the largest deposit in North America. It was discovered in 1955 as a result of a road being built to the forest fire lookout tower (McTavish Tower) visible from the mine sight. Amethyst production started in 1960 and the mine has produced continuously since then.
The mine produces 40% usable amethyst by volume. A large digging area, open to the public, contains 20% usable amethyst and is the main source of “pick your own” amethysts. Open from May to October. | | |
| Grey Rocks Inn & Bistro | |  Our beautiful two story rock Hotel and Restuarant is equipped with an authentic Bistro with a fire place and leather seating. We are situated in Nipigon 100km east of Thunder Bay. We are known for our awesome steak, wings homemade burgers and fries. The Hotel features a beautiful scenic balcony and all your stay essentials.
Open 7 days a week.
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| Fort William Historical Park | |  For an incredible family adventure, travel back in time to 1815 and experience life at the world’s largest fur trade post at the Fort William Historical Park. It’s Northern Ontario's premier tourism attraction, selected by the Toronto Star as one of Canada’s top ten attractions and winner of the Attractions Canada award in 2002.
The Fort is a living, breathing community full of fascinating characters and activities. There’s so much authentic detail and atmosphere, you’ll feel that you’re right back in the year 1815!
There are over 42 reconstructed buildings to explore, including an artisan area, a working farm and Native encampment. Become part of the daily lives of the Scottish business partners, French Canadian voyageurs, artisans, farmers, Ojibwa and Metis aboriginals who work at the Fort.
The Fort also offers a full service Visitor Information Centre, a well-stocked gift shop, rest rooms and telephones. The Historic Cantine features refreshments and a tasty lunch menu. Banquet, conference and meeting venues vary from the spacious McGillivray’s Landing to the intimate Canoe du Nord. | | |
| Eagle Ridge Trout Ponds | |  Fish in a relaxing environment where everyone has a good chance of catching something! Catch & Keep rainbow trout or Catch & Release small-mouth bass. Also picnic sites, firepits, bbq, souvenir store, cabin rentals, pool, sauna. | | |
| Lakehead Region Conservation Authority | |  The Lakehead Region Conservation Authority is a community-based environmental agency. We are responsible for the wise management of renewable natural resources in our watershed. Conservation Authorities undertake a broad range of programs, including: flood control; floodplain management; wetland protection; erosion control; reforestation; conservation lands; and conservation education. | | |
| Thunder Bay Nordic Trails | | | Thunder Bay Nordic Trails (TBNT) is a not-for-profit association of dedicated cross country skiers that maintains over 100 kms of trails in the Thunder Bay region. These trails include over 30 kms at Kamview Nordic Centre, 60 kms at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park and 13 kms at Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park | | |
| Thunder Bay Art Gallery | |  Featuring scintillating contemporary regional and national exhibitions, the Thunder Bay Art Gallery offers an extensive permanent collection of First Nations art, exceptional educational programs, tours, and workshops. The largest public gallery in Northwestern Ontario is an artisic adventure for all ages.
Thunder Bay Art Gallery is also the home of many community events, special performances and a gift shop of artistic treasures handcrafted by both local and international artisans. We are wheelchair accessible and air-conditioned and parking is free. | | |
| The Friends of Chippewa Park | |  The historical Chippewa Park has been a favourite with city residents and visitors since it opened in 1921. Located on the coast of Lake Superior, Chippewa has one of the best views of the Sleeping Giant. With so much natural beauty here, Chippewa is an ideal destination for any activity. Stay over night in our tenting sites, new or historical tourist cabins or RV Park. Opening the long weekend in May, come get a thrill on our amusement rides or learn about our local wildlife at the Wildlife Park! | | |
| Canada Games Complex | |  The Canada Games Complex was constructed to host the aquatic events of swimming, diving, and waterpolo during the 1981 Canada Summer Games. It is more than an aquatic facility – it is a total fitness and recreation center providing access through memberships, pay-as-you-go and fitness and aquatic programs for all ages. It is the primary provider of aquatic and fitness activities in the community with the added potential of hosting provincial, national and international aquatic competitions. | | |
| Lake Superior Web Cams.com | |  Lake Superior Web Cams provides live web cams around the Lake Superior area. Please visit the site to see live video feeds of the Lake Superior area. | | |
| Attractions Ontario | |  Attractions Ontario is the leading non-profit association for the attractions sector. Attractions Ontario is the only province wide trade association dedicated exclusively to the attractions sector of the tourism industry. It boasts a membership of over 500 attractions & tourism related organization, including public & and privately owned attractions in numberous categories. | | |
| Intercity Shopping Centre | |  Intercity Shopping Centre is Thunder Bay's largest shopping centre with over 450,000 square feet of retail and office space.
With its focus on fashion, Intercity's 100 stores and services include famous brand names such as American Eagle, West 49, Homesense and Sport Chek. It is ideally located in the city core at the corner of the Harbour Expressway and Fort William Road, with easy access from all highways and major city arteries.
In addition, public transportation provides service directly to the centre.
Mall Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Sat: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm | | |
| International Taiji Park | |  The Taiji Park Project is located on the shore of Lake Superior, in the area of Marina Park designated as Thunder Bay International Taiji Park. It involves two linked structures - a Moongate, a round gate to frame the Sleeping Giant, and a yin-yang motif taiji pad. It will provide a special unique place to visit, for photos or to watch or participate in taiji. | | |
| May & Victoria Market District | |  Discover Thunder Bay's best shopping within a block of where May Street and Victoria Avenue intersect. Here, in the centre of historic downtown Fort William, you'll find a wonderful collection of beautiful shops, boutiques, restaurants and salons. Whether you are looking for local amethyst, designer bags and clothes, specialty sporting goods, handcrafted gifts, exotic teas and yarns, fresh produce and baking or a good book, you'll find it in May and Victoria's market district. | | |
| NOTO | |  NOTO is a membership based province-wide organization. For over 80 years NOTO has been assisting the outdoor tourism industry by providing advice, information, money saving benefits, and marketing opportunities. We advocate for the enhancement of the quality, diversity, and economic viability of the Nature and Outdoor Tourism Industry in Ontario. | | |
| Paipoonge Museum | |  Paipoonge Museum features a pioneer kitchen display, spinning wheel, vintage bread maker, butter churns and wood stove. A replica of a turn-of-the-century school room is a favourite with visitors. A military display, early steam train memorabilia, farm machinery and more. Weekly entertainment and crafts are featured. | | |
| Spirit Stone Creations | |  Spirit Stone Creations does stone cutting, polishing and engraving from unique rock types. Many hand painted or engraved artworks including Native artwork, signage, wildlife, woodland art, and rock totems.
Spirit Stone creations can also customize for birthdays, company logos, domestic pets, and plaques. Also great landscaping possibilities for stepping stones, ponds, retaining walls and step slabs. | | |
| Thunder Bay Community Auditorium | |  The Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, located in Thunder Bay Ontario, is a very desirable performance space rented by many touring groups, headliners, ballet companies, orchestras, choirs, local community groups, symphony orchestras, and much more! | | |
| Thunder Bay Museum | |  The Thunder Bay Museum preserves, interprets and displays the vast and rich heritage of the city and surrounding area.
With artifacts and displays spanning 10,000 years, we offer visitors 3 floors of climate controlled galleries.
Something of interest for all ages. | | |
| Thunder Bay Public Library | |  The Thunder Bay Public Library provides FREE library service to residents of Thunder Bay. All elementary and secondary students 18 and under who don't reside in the City may also obtain a free library card. If you live outside the City and aren't a student, you may purchase a library card for a reasonable fee. Use one of our four convenient library locations to take advantage of great collections. | | |
| Thunder Oak Cheese Farm | |  Thunder Oak Cheese Farm is the only farm in Ontario that produces Gouda cheese.
This creamy Dutch cheese has long been a favourite of cheese lovers around the world. And the Schep Family has been making it in Thunder Bay since 1995.
Our award winning Thunder Oak Gouda is a natural product made with fresh milk from the Schep's own Holstein cows. There are no preservatives or added colouring in our cheese!
The Schep family invites you to visit our farm if you are in the neighbourhood. We make cheese on Monday and Friday around 10 AM. Have a cup of coffee and watch how we make cheese! | | |
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