City: Kawartha Lakes
Top Things to do in Kawartha Lakes
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Kawartha Lakes, Canada
The City of Kawartha Lakes (2016 population 75,423) is a unitary municipality in Central Ontario, Canada. It is a municipality legally structured as a single-tier city; however, Kawartha Lakes is the size of a typical Ontario county and is mostly rural. It is the second largest single-tier municipality in Ontario by land area (after Greater Sudbury).
Restaurants in Kawartha Lakes
1. Horseless Carriage Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 88 reviews
The Horseless Carriage Museum is a unique, privately-owned museum specializing in pre-1914 transportation and early mechanical technology. We feature five century-old vehicles and a 1895 Sawyer & Massey steam traction engine, rare mechanical music machines and an 1890's General Store, and more. Bus and group tours welcome. Check out our website and blog for more information. (Please note: We are located midway between Bobcaygeon and Fenelon Falls on County Road 8. Please call ahead for an appointment! Open May to November .......weather permitting!
Reviewed By davebQ7529HK - Bobcaygeon, Canada
We live here and have never visited. We took our parents thinking they would like the historical part of the tour - and THEY LOVED IT. But although we thought we would like it, we had no idea how much we would love it too! It was one of the best things we have done in a long time. It's NOT just a museum as you think of it. It has the best and most interesting pieces of history on display and the owner who gives you the tour is incredibly knowledgeable about the things you really care about. He fully researched who first owned it, and how they used it. Typically there are pictures from the original owners and inventors. And he knows the details of how it works and nitty-gritty facts that we really liked to know about. We spent 2 1/2 hours and it felt like 1 hour. Normally I would get bored but this was unlike any other museum I have visited. It's impossible to explain how great it is, so just go and check it out! It's by donation, and we left a big donation, because it was so darn awesome. You have to make an appointment and they close for the winter, but check it out in the spring/summer for sure. I am so grateful to the owners who have obviously put so much effort into making this a great experience. Thank you so very, very much!!!! It's not just cars (or horseless carriages) either. There are many other turn of the century inventions such as talking machines, knitting machines, bicycles, etc.
2. Highlands Cinema
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By luvin_travel - Canada, null
This is a unique experience! This is not JUST a movie theatre- it is 5 unique theatres, where the seats, curtains, wall adornments were saved from old theatres that were torn down! Take a trip back in time- not just in the theatres themselves but in the winding hallways that connect them. Keith Stata has displayed a myriad of memorabilia flowing back through the decades. Be regaled by the movie posters of yesteryear and marvel at the most extensive collection of movie projectors that you’ll ever see! Plan time to visit this museum before your movie! This is one of the places YOU MUST SEE when visiting in North Kawartha Lakes or Halliburton. Located on highway 121, just north of Kinmount.
3. Globus Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
A member of ASTRO (the association of summer theatres 'round Ontario) Globus Theatre produces professional summer theatre at the Lakeview Arts Barn just outside the picturesque village of Bobcaygeon. As well as five ‘main’ productions that include Comedies, Dramas and Musicals they also present ‘one-nighters’ featuring some of Canada’s hottest shows and comedy acts; and children’s shows featuring music, magic and puppetry. Patrons can choose to dine at the LAB prior to any evening performance - reservations required.
Reviewed By bmacgoo
Our evening at Globus Theatre/LAB exceeded our expectations! Having attended a few dinner theatres we didn’t know what to expect being held in a barn & during Stage 3 of Covid. Well they hit it out of the ball park!! From great food with 3 selections to appeal to the majority, seamless staff, fully stocked bar & a hilarious show written by one of the actors! It started with us being greeted at the door & having our temperatures taken. Tables were distanced in a rustic but elegant setting, staff were attentive & delivered courses with just enough time between each. Tables were ushered into the theatre individually with ease where seating was arranged maintaining more then the mandated social distancing. Kama Sutra was performed on a stage with two sets a living room & bedroom with few costume changes. Sara Quick & James Barrett brought to life Lynda & Bobs’ marriage from arriving home from work to life in the sack as a middle aged couple with 20yrs under their belt with humour & wit! All from a mistaken library book these two performers nailed what life is like while giving their audience some much needed belly laughter during these unprecedented times! Well done!!!
4. Kay's Place
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
5. Lakeview Arts Barn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
A recipient of the Tourism Excellence Award, from the City of Kawartha Lakes, The Lakeview Arts Barn is a performing Arts venue that hosts a variety of events throughout the year. The highlight of the calendar is the 10-week season of professional summer theatre produced by company-in-residence Globus Theatre.There is entertainment for everyone at the LAB including comedies, dramas, music, stand-up, improv, dances, murder mysteries and kid's shows!Enjoy a table d'hote menu at the LAB's restaurant prior to every evening show. Reservations required.
6. Academy Theatre
7. Fenelon Falls Museum
8. Grr8 Finds Markets
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Brownie1267 - Oakville, Canada
Honestly, a little bit of everything at Gr8 Finds Markets... all made possible by the gracious and very friendly owner, Randy and members of his staff... they have two storefronts but with separate entrances... be sure and visit both. My dilemma? A Cabinet that I love but, I’ll need my Son to return to give me the dimensions... A must visit while walking around town...
9. The Kawartha Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
The Kawartha Store is 5000 square feet of gorgeous fashion, shoes, jewellery, handbags and more with a focus on fashion designed and made in Canada. Our team of stylists is always ready to help you look and feel fabulous. Located in the historic Fenelon Falls Hotel building, steps from the locks in beautiful Fenelon Falls, it's the perfect destination for a relaxing and fun day trip. We also have gifts, Check out our new online store featuring exclusively Canadian made fashion. Our lines include Yoga Jeans, Parkhurst, Luc Fontaine, Dex, Ezze Wear, MYKA Jewelry, Anne Marie Chagnon, Tima Jewelry, Vionics, Soft Works, Red Canoe and more.
Reviewed By kenhV6686BD
You will be very surprised when you enter this spacious store featuring a great variety of clothing for your entire family. Competes with better clothing stores in the larger shops in Toronto. Friendly staff will be there to greet you. Main street of Fenelon Falls Ontario.
10. The Little Pie Shack
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By adventureme - Brantford, Canada
On the Butter Tart Tour Stop is this little gem, and I do mean little. Great place to pick up a pie or some tarts or even an ice cream shake. Very tasty treats!
