Top Things to do in Collingwood
10 Free Things to do in Collingwood That You Shouldn't Miss
Collingwood is more than just a neighbor of Blue Mountain Ski resort. This town on Nottawasaga Bay has its own delights to discover, from historic homes to parks and trails, a marine heritage museum, and its own annual Elvis Festival.
Restaurants in Collingwood
1. Collingwood Olive Oil Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By kerri502 - Collingwood, Canada
Took my fellow foodie friend Michelle here and got the saying tour. She said it was the best tour she’d ever been on. It’s a really cool little store. You can taste test any of the many olive oils and video vinegars and the owners have some great pairing recommendations. I am addicted to the lime olive oil/ pomegranate quince vinegar combo. I have it on salad at least 4X a week The orange olive oil and chocolate balsamic are delicious on vanilla ice cream There are too many delicious combos to name The owners will tell you about where they get their oil and how it is extracted etc. It’s very interesting Bring my sll your goodie friends when they come to visit. They won’t be disappointed
2. Butter Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Fine art gallery featuring an eclectic mix of work from mainly local artists and artisans. Everything from stunning contemporary landscapes to whimsical wire work. Open seven days a week year round.
Reviewed By Collingwoodexpert
I received a gift card from my family because they know I treat butter gallery as my local art gallery with my regular visits. It's great to chat with Andrea and Suzanne who made my selection easy by bringing pieces to our home for trial. Two or three paintings at a time gave us the opportunity to see them in different lights, get a sense of how they made us feel over a few days and get the opinion of friends about our choices. We are very pleased with our choice even though it was difficult because there were several we really liked. butter gallery displays a variety of landscape, abstract, animal art- big and small; beautiful jewellery, sculpture and metalwork. Worth the visit! Definitely worth a visit.
3. Collingwood Arboretum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Fabulash - Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada
This is a wonderful place to sit and relax in or quietly walk through. All the plants, trees, water features, benches, etc. have been dedicated by families to people who have passed away over the years.
4. The Candy Factory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By rnr636 - Elora, Canada
There is something for everyone with a sweet tooth. Loads of candies of all types, even sugar free. Peanut brittle, fudge, sponge toffee, old fashioned, lollipops, almond barks and jellies are a few. Then there is the chocolate, which also comes in sugar free choices. Everything you could imagine in chocolate plus a few you could not like chocolate Pringles which I did not try. There are assorted filled chocolates, heavenly truffles, chocolate covered Oreos, nut clusters and more. And they have lots of novelty chocolate shapes and letters and trays or boxes for gifts...even chocolate greeting cards. They will also do custom chocolates or gift baskets for weddings, holidays or whatever occasion. There are a lot of great stocking stuffers too. A lot of their wares are made on site and you can also view this process. It is handicapped accessible. Do not go at lunch time though as there is a high school directly across the road and the place is swamped with teenagers at that time.
5. Collingwood Farmers’ Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
6. St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church
7. Curries Farm Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
8. Side Launch Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
2016 Canadian Brewery of the Year. We brew award winning craft beer that is both wonderfully complex and highly drinkable. Our current offerings include a Bavarian style Wheat Ale, a Canadian Pale Ale, Dark Lager (Munich Dunkel), & Mountain Lager (Helles). Our retail store and tasting bar are open 7 days a week. Tours of the brewery are available on weekends only. We look forward to seeing you!
Reviewed By Syllygirl1945 - Barrie, Canada
The size of the facility was very surprising to us. For being a small town craft brewery, it is absolutely huge, bright and clean with huge windows showing off the sparkling stainless brewing tanks and machinery. Also, my fondness for the beer brewed there, particularly the wheat beer, made it a destination. We sat outside in a designated patio area where large heaters were supplied at our picnic table, music was provided and we enjoyed our time there very much. The only disappointment was in anticipating something about the history of the brewery, particularly about the name and how it came to represent the beer.
9. Georgian Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By 2CubawithLove - Collingwood, Canada
Since retiring to Collingwood in 2016, it has been one of my greatest pleasures to daily cycle the beautiful landscapes along the Georgian Trail and its many interesting side trails from mountain to shoreline. Nature 's welcome embraces you at every turn. Some days I peddle across town to Sunset Park via the shoreline trails, past the Inushtuk to stop a while and sit on one of the numerous benches with a delicious ice cream from the on site ice cream vendor. Other trips have included rides to Thornbury to the west with stops along the way such as taking g in the history of the area thanks to the Heritage Museum at Craigleith, to snap photos along the way and challenge these aging knees with a gradual grade incline and wind resistance past Georgian Peaks. There is always something interesting to explore and e experience along the trails but if I told you then that may rib you of some of your joy in the discovering. Welcome to Collingwood , Thornbury area along the wonderfull Georgian Trail it's yours to discover! Enjoy and please be respectful to leave nothing behind but your gratitude????
10. Blue Mountain Tea Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
With a selection of over 150 loose leaf organic, fair trade, single estate, blended and herbal teas, Blue Mountain Tea Company is here to help you find just the right tea or tisane to meet your needs. Whether you’re seeking the health benefits of Turmeric, Kombucha or Matcha or looking for a specific herb or wellness blend to help ease a cold or get you to sleep, we’ve got you covered. We offer a beautiful selection of white, green and black teas, including Puerh, fruit and floral blends and non caffeinated rooibos and fruit teas. Our knowledgeable staff will help you select your tea and find the perfect steep-ware to compliment your lifestyle or create an ideal gift, from on-the-go bottles to cast iron pots. We look forward to welcoming you in our shop!
Reviewed By maureen1128 - Hamilton, Canada
great service; my first choice was sold out but offered two great alternatives. Bought them both. This location is about to move up the street so getting down on some supplies. Offered option to order first choice by mail soon. When finished my tea purchase, asked for place for coffee for my husband and was offered name of two close locations, including great friendly directions. First choice was excellent suggestion. Chose place as romantic activity as my husband was very patient and helped with suggestion. Then went off for coffee with him.
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