City: Peterborough
Top Things to do in Peterborough
What to do and see in Peterborough, Canada: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Peterborough (/ˈpiːtərbrə, -bərə, -ˌbʌrə/ ( listen)) is a cathedral city in Cambridgeshire, England, with a population of 183,631 in 2011. Historically part of Northamptonshire, it is 75 miles (121 km) north of London, on the River Nene which flows into the North Sea 30 miles (48 km) to the north-east. The railway station is an important stop on the East Coast Main Line between London and Edinburgh.
Restaurants in Peterborough
1. Avant Garden Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
The Avant-Garden Shop offers homeowners and gardeners the finest in home and garden decor, gardening accessories and backyard birding supplies. The Avant-Garden Shop is filled with an alluring collection of functional and decorative items to enhance your outdoor living experience. Each year more products from Canadian artisans are added to the mix of offerings. We are located in downtown Peterborough in the heart of the wonderful Kawartha tourist region just steps away from Millennium park and the Otonabee River. You will find statuary, outdoor wall art, wind chimes, pewter, funky garden art, cards, puzzles, Solmate socks, Tilley hats, ladies and kids hats, Maison Berger, Michel Design soaps, flags, mats, mailboxes and address plaques, bird houses, bird food, bird feeders, pole systems...
2. The Canadian Canoe Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 408 reviews
The Canadian Canoe Museum stewards the world's largest collection of canoes, kayaks and paddled watercraft. More than 600 in number, the watercraft and their stories of national and international significance, have a pivotal role to play in our collective future.
Reviewed By 121bw - Perth, Canada
Love this museum, the historic kayaks and canoes from across the North and across the indigenous tribes, plus the history of exploration of Canada. Beautiful recreational canoes and the volunteers can tell you fascinating stories of how the museum was given some of their artifacts. This museum is unique and well worth a visit!
3. Peterborough Lift Lock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 599 reviews
Opened in 1904 and designated as a Canadian National Historic Site, this is the highest hydraulic lift lock in the world.
Reviewed By TangoForFun - Oshawa, Canada
We drove here as something to do during Covid 19 pandemic. Parking is easy, well marked and plentiful. Grounds are very well maintained and there are benches as well as picnic tables. We brought a picnic lunch with us and had a great lunch watching the boats and boaters glide by. The lock system is definitely one to observe and is whisper quiet and fascinating. We will make sure to come again as it was very easy, comfortable and interesting.
4. Indian River Reptile Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Indian River Reptile Zoo is unique in Canada and is one of the most modern and exciting specialized animal centers in the world! Here you can see snakes, lizards, monitors, alligators, turtles, crocodiles, and even special guest animals such as monkeys and more! The animals are housed in state of the art, climate controlled facilities which were specifically designed to house reptiles.we were first and only reptile zoo to be accredited by the Canadian Association of Zoos & Aquariums (CAZA) and have remained accredited since that time. We are a non-profit charity.
Reviewed By StevePam - Cobourg, Canada
We were impressed with the quality and quantity of the dinosaur exhibits, particularly the action ones. The drive-thru takes about 25 minutes and is good value for money. The young kids and grandkids will love it!
5. Riverview Park and Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 811 reviews
55-acre zoo with mini-train rides, an F-86 Sabre Jet, a kid's water play park, many animals, and free admission and parking.
Reviewed By MalcolmD858 - Toronto, Canada
We live in the area, we brought our kids here regularly to walk the park, see the animals and for the kids to play. Awesome open atmosphere, friendly for people with wheel chairs, and lots of kids !! Huge picnic area below with close parking for mobility-restricted visitors
6. Hutchison House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Pjhforrealfood - Peterborough, Canada
What an experience for New Year's Day. An old fashioned way to celebrate. Haagis, shortbread, scotch eggs. Miss the Athol drink though. It was the highlight. Descrepencies with pricing too. Admission was posted at door then we were all charged $5 more than advertised. After waiting in a long, cold line up though, it wasn't worth the argument.
7. Art Gallery of Peterborough
8. Peterborough Museum and Archives
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
9. Showplace Performance Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Showplace Performance Centre has been Peterborough’s regional centre for the performing arts since October 1996 and has a mission to present, promote, and sustain the performing arts; encourage and support active community involvement; maintain its facility; provide opportunities for local and touring artists to perform in a professional quality venue; entertain, inspire, nurture, educate, and empower artists and audiences alike. Join us, as our organization strives to enrich the cultural fabric of our community with its continuing arts celebration.
Reviewed By pbkreader - Peterborough, Canada
I love the variety Showplace offers! We've enjoyed great concerts, comedy and theater at affordable prices!
10. Whetung Ojibwa Art and Crafts Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By K7256TQsuep - Peterborough & the Kawarthas, Canada
If you haven't been to this place yet, you need to go! That is if you love Native art in all it's glory ???? I love stopping here when my husband and friends are out on our motorcycles. They have jewelry, clothes, paintings, figures, sculptures - so many cool things to see and purchase. They also have a little restaurant if you're hungry and washrooms (which are great if you've been travelling for awhile). There is lots of parking available and they are across from Burleigh Falls which is a great place to visit as well. They fully accessible too.
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