City: Sarnia
Top Things to do in Sarnia
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Sarnia is a city in Southwestern Ontario, Canada, and had a 2016 population of 71,594. It is the largest city on Lake Huron and in Lambton County. Sarnia is located on the eastern bank of the junction between the Upper and Lower Great Lakes where Lake Huron flows into the St. Clair River, which forms the Canada–United States border, directly across from Port Huron, Michigan. The city's natural harbour first attracted the French explorer La Salle, who named the site "The Rapids" when he had horses and men pull his 45 tonnes (50 short tons; 44 long tons) barque "Le Griffon" up the almost four-knot current of the St. Clair River on 23 August 1679.
Restaurants in Sarnia
1. Stones 'N Bones Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 367 reviews
The Stones 'N Bones Museum is a 10,000 sq ft. museum that features an international collection of fossils, minerals, gemstones, artifacts, shells, butterflies, insects, taxidermy, huge shark jaws, dinosaurs, and more.
Reviewed By Jdawnink - Chatham, Canada
I was not expecting how amazing this place is and its non-profit. The owner and a tour guide were super-friendly and greeted us upon arrival. The museum is a lot larger than I expected and includes a gift shop. There are two floors of an impressive private collection of taxidermy wildlife, dinosaur bones and fossils, insects, corals and so much more. Its honestly, a hidden gem and worth a visit if you are in the Sarnia area. The taxidermy displays are breath-taking, including rare wildlife in beautiful authentic poses, just as if you were in the wild observing them. The dinosaur artifacts, include eggs, a fully assembled dinosaur skeleton and a giant t-rex skull among many other incredible things from the jurassic era. Upstairs more fascinating specimens, with fossils dating back to billions of years ago, more wildlife and insects. Be sure to check this place out. Would be ideal for a school educational trip but really just about anyone would enjoy this place. Don’t miss out on seeing this place.
2. Valley Axe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
We are Canada's first and only axe throwing range with a bar! Come try out Sarnia-Lambton's newest entertainment hotspot. Featuring 12 incredible axe targets and two 30 foot bocce courts!
3. Canatara Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 370 reviews
Reviewed By Makintracks01 - Naples, Italy
Lovely park and beach front area. Lots of space to wander around in. There are several area's with playgrounds for kid also there is a huge children's farm ( bring food to feed the animals with) also a barn that usually has baby animals in. Watch where you walk the geese don't care were they poop. Large area's with picnic tables spread all over park. On a summer's day best place to be ever. The beach area is big but beach is stoney and not all sand.In summer the band shell has entertainment.
4. Imperial Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By scarlett003 - Sarnia, Canada
What a great place to see a play and can’t wait to see Grease in May I loved to see Dirty Dancing with my family and a few friends!
5. Refined Fool Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 127 reviews
We make small batch craft beer in Sarnia, Ontario. Refined Fool is a group of teachers, creatives, blue collars, entrepreneurs, musicians and pastors who care about beer, business, Sarnia and each other. We began by brewing out of our houses in midwinter with propane burners and frozen hoses and have since evolved into a downtown nano-brewery.
Reviewed By A4717DFwendyp - Naples, United States
The beer was amazing and they have some very unique offerings. The bartenders we fabulous. We ate food at the "restaurant" attached or inside...you have to pay and order separately. The duck wings were to die for!!!!
6. Bayshore Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 4givN - Lakefield, Canada
Beautiful views from the walking paths with plenty of benches to sit and rest. You can walk for miles along the St. Clair River and right under the Blue Water Bridge. Interesting plaques to read of historic events as well.
7. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
The Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery is a free public art gallery located in downtown Sarnia, Ontario. The gallery offers a variety of historical and contemporary exhibitions that focus on visual art and culture of Canadian artists of national and regional calibre. The Gallery provides an exciting range of art exhibitions, lectures, programming for children, youth and adults, school programs and so much more-all geared to inspire creativity and interest in the visual arts.
Reviewed By quester2017 - Ottawa, Canada
On a recent trip to Sarnia, I stopped in at this Gallery which was showing exhibits by Tom Thomson, Meryl McMaster, as well as art work created by participants in the Inspirational Moments Display. Each in their own way, beautiful and very moving. It's a wonderful venue. I look forward to returning on my next trip to Sarnia. I really hope residents and visitors to Sarnia are making good use of ths space and the programming offered by the Gallery. (As an aside, I had no problem finding street parking in the downtown core during the week of my visit)
8. Wawanosh Wetlands Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By lunalove88 - London, Canada
It's a natural wetland so there are lots of bugs and it does not smell great at times but that's nature for you. Great place for walks and you can take amazing sunrise and sunset photos here. ❤❤❤❤❤
9. Centennial Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By 230customer - Sarnia, Canada
Centenial Park offers a several km paved walking trail year round along the waterfront. Childrens play area and ample parking connecting local eating establishments and the Sarnia Bay Marina.
10. Highland Glen Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By kerrysklips - Sarnia, Canada
The long winding road in to the park should not be underestimated! Be sure to roll the windows down as you drive in so you can hear the birds chirping! Once you arrive at the top of the hill,you will be welcomed by a wonderful view of Lake Huron. There is a way down to the sandy beach by the boat ramp, dont try the cliffs...a bit too rugged now due to erosion. We brought our lunch and sat up top,then headed into the water. It was just a great afternoon spent! Enjoy!
