Explore Cornwall - Summer Visitor Guide 2023

Exploring

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Where to Stay & What to Eat

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Things to Do

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Questions? Text Us! 613-938-4748

www.CornwallTourism.com

Find us at our Visitor Centre 100 Water Street East (Cornwall Civic Complex) From May - September

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We all have a part to play in reducing the spread of COVID-19. Please follow provincial and public health guidelines. Please check with businesses and attractions for the latest on operating hours and customer policies prior to visiting.

Please visit www.eohu.ca for the latest information on COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines in the Cornwall region.

Getting Around

ON FOOT

Downtown Cornwall and the waterfront are walkable areas. The waterfront does offer gentle rolling altitudes but the main core is very flat. You can walk or cycle across the low-level bridge to Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island), with no toll.

BY CAR

Drive the Heritage Parkway for scenic views and points from the past, or travel throughout the city. You will notice there is ample parking. There are car rental agencies available in the city.

BY BIKE

Cornwall is a Silver Level Bike-Friendly Community and offers kilometers of paved off street bike trails, and on street bike lanes. For your convenience you can use your own bike or rent one at Marina 200.

BY BUS

Cornwall Transit offers a variety of routes to help you get from one end of the city to the other. Find fares, routes and more at cornwalltransit.com

BY TAXI C

city by contacting one of the local providers; Choice Taxi 613-938-8899, Veteran’s Blue Line 613-932-7311 and Tip Top 613-932-2727.

PARKING

Depending on where you park, you will have access to a pay-by-plate machine or a parking meter.

You can also use the HotSpot app.

FREE PARKING

Parking is free in on street stalls and municipal lots on weekends and weekdays after 6pm. You will also find free 15-minute parking stalls throughout the city.

PARK ON THE WATERFRONT

There is FREE daily visitor and cyclist parking available at the Cornwall Civic Complex, 100 Water Street East, for all your waterfront adventures.

Fun in Every Season

offering a ski hill & terrain park, skating rink and trails for cross country skiing & snowshoeing. Other great winter escapes include Countryside Adventures, Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary and the Trails at Guindon Park. Warm up with visits to great indoor attractions like Rush Hour Escapes, Poptronic and the Cline House Gallery.

will not disappoint with scenic views and stop worthy attractions throughout the trail. Finish your ride with a visit to the Cornwall Aquatic Centre then a quick walk downtown for the great restaurants and one-of-a-kind boutiques.

and so much more with a marina, splashpad, museum and eco garden all on site. For a change of pace visit Boatingery Adventure Trends for kayak rentals or one of the 5 outdoor pools or splashpads. Summer is also the perfect time to enjoy a patio for a refreshing drink and delicious snacks.

is a great starting point to exploring the booming art scene of Cornwall and SDG, heightened by festivals such as the Apples and Art Studio Tour, Pumpkinferno and the Comedy Festival. Fall is also a great time to enjoy a game of golf or one of the area’s many paranormal experiences.

TOP 10 EXPERIENCES

Ride the Riverside Trail

#1 RUSH HOUR ESCAPES

Explore the 2 escape rooms and see if your group is up to the challenge.

#2 ESSENTIAL KITCHEN

Visit the indoor market or enroll in one of the many cooking classes or pairing events at this modern kitchen experience.

#3 ARCHIE’S

A Cornwall landmark for family fun with mini putt, driving range, foot golf, ice cream stand and so much more.

#4 PORT THEATRE

Experience a blast from the past in this historic theatre that offers an eclectic schedule of movies and live entertainment.

#5 RIVERSIDE TRAIL

The best part of the Waterfront trail offering 40 km of traffic free waterfront cycling from Gray’s Creek to Upper Canada Village with so much in between.

#6 CORNWALL MOTOR SPEEDWAY

Enjoy edge of your seat racing action every Sunday night at one of Cornwall’s most storied attractions.

#7 SAUNDERS HYDRO DAM VISITOR CENTRE

This one of a kind, interactive museum tells the story of one of the largest power projects in Canadian history.

#8 HISTORIC SDG JAIL

Visit one of the oldest jails in Ontario and take part in a tour or a paranormal event offered throughout the year.

#9 CLINE HOUSE GALLERY

Discover amazing art work in an historic venue located right in Downtown Cornwall. Revolving exhibitions make this a frequent must-visit stop for any art lover.

#10 CORNWALL COMMUNITY MUSEUM

An original home from the 1800s converted into a display of Cornwall and area memorabilia and historical artifacts.

TOURISM ATTRACTIONS

CornwallTourism.com/explore/attractions

Cornwall Motor Speedway

Archie’s

Cline House Gallery

Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre

AKWESASNE & SDG

stay awhile

Rooms are in high demand this year so don’t delay in booking!

AshNa Airbnb Multiple properties

613-361-2738

Auberge Chesley’s Inn 40 First Street West chesleysinn.ca

Best Western Parkway Inn & Conference Centre 1515 Vincent Massey Drive Bestwesterncornwall.ca

613-932-0451

Canada Continental Hotel 1142 Brookdale Avenue www.canadacontinentalhotel.com

613-936-1996

Century Motel 1209 Brookdale Avenue

Centurymotel.ca

613-932-1430

Comfort Inn

1625 Vincent Massey Drive Choicehotels.com

613-937-0111

Elect Inn 5 1123 Brookdale Avenue electinn5.com

1-866-933-4216

For more stay options including Airbnb, camping, yurts and cottages, visit CornwallTourism.com

Fairview Inn

2020 Vincent Massey Drive

Fairview-inn.Ontariocahotel.com

613-933-8140

First Canada Inns OYO

1618 Vincent Massey Drive

firstcanadainns.ca

1-888-676-5439

Hampton Inn

1759 Vincent Massey Drive HamptonInn.com

Martin’s Inn

2200 Vincent Massey Drive martinsinn.ca

613-870-4786

Monte Carlo Motel

1700 Montreal Road montecarlomotel1700.com

613-932-2760

DEV Centre

1950 Montreal Road devhotel.com

613-936-5800

Nites Inn

2120 Vincent Massey Drive nitesinn.ca

613-932-9623

Ramada by Wyndham Cornwall

805 Brookdale Ave cornwallramada.com

613-933-8000

Regency Inn & Suites

1620 Vincent Massey Drive

Regencycornwallhotel.com

613-933-1650

Super 8 Cornwall 2694 Brookdale Avenue

wyndhamhotels.com

613-209-0163

FOOD &

Cornwall boasts an eclectic selection of eateries offering everything from Canadian classics to international delights to keto desserts to retro candy. Discover more options at CornwallTourism.com.

WorldFamous Cornwall Pizza

Have you heard about our pizza pies? They are on a level of their own. Order a pizza from one of these locations and take it down to Lamoureux Park for a true Cornwall experience

Riverside Restaurant 613-932-6329

King George 613-933-2442

Olympic Pizza 613-932-2323

Cornwall BBQ 613-933-1000

North End Pizza 613-933-5200

Louis’ Pizzeria 613-933-8285

Roma’s Restaurant 613-933-5545

Luigi’s Pizzeria 613-937-0004

Philos 613-933-3344

More than Restaurants

Cornwall and SDG Counties offer many enticing experiences that are sure to satisfy local foodies

Cornwall Farmer’s Market – Meet with local growers and producers to purchase fresh from the farm.

Cornwall Food Tours – Taste the best bites in Cornwall while learning about the unique history of the area.

Marlin Orchards – Delicious fresh apples and apple products with other farm favorites and great shopping.

Fraser Creek Pizza Farm – A homestead experience that ends with wood oven pizzas, made with farm fresh ingredients.

Avonmore Berry Farm – Pick your own, see the farm, buy the pies!

Mexi’s Cornwall

Authentic ‘California Style Mexican food’ restaurant offering delicious tacos, sizzling fajitas and famous homemade nachos. The cuisine, the décor and full drink menu will take you out of your day to day and into good vibes.

58 Pitt Street

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Carrots N’ Dates

Full-service whole foods restaurant and bakery located in the heart of Downtown Cornwall. This health-forward eatery blends community connection and nutritious food into an environment that fosters a shift in lifestyle.

116 Pitt Street carrotsndates.com

Schnitzels European Flavours

Influenced by European culture, our beer, wine and food menus will interest any palete. From hand breaded schnitzel to wood oven pizza all dishes are made fresh from the best

158 Pitt Street

Joey’s

Located just off of Brookdale Avenue Joey’s offers great food and wholesome portions at an excellent value. With a wide variety of seafood dishes and other appetizing selections to savour, there’s sure to be something to satisfy every appetite.

830 second street west Joeys.ca

Violet’s Vault

A family centre where you can eat soft-serve ice cream, milkshakes, popping boba drinks, hot sandwiches, and find your favourite rare and retro candy while playing your favourite arcade game. Come and see us!

23 Plaza Drive in Iroquois violetsvault.ca

East Side

Mario’s

Delicious traditional Italian cuisine and family favourites in a fun and exciting atmosphere. The restaurant is great for groups and offers unlimited bread, salad and soup specials.

1106 Brookdale Avenue

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Sip & Scoop

Savour some amazing bubble tea, smoothies, crepes, waffles and other sweet creations at Sip N’ Scoop. Now with two locations, this beloved Cornwall eatery offers a unique menu for those in search of a simple snack or a meal with a twist.

720 Fourteenth St West and Cornwall Square (1 Water St.E) Sipandscoop.com

Casa Paolo

An elegant fine dining experience offering both patio and indoor seating. The menu is based around authentic homemade Italian cuisine and also includes succulent steaks, milk-fed veal and fresh seafood.

1600 Vincent Massey Drive casapaolo.ca

King George

A family owned and operated restaurant offering all the classics and some fun non traditional dishes as well. You will be delighted with the dishes, portions and service.

401 Montreal Road facbook.com/ king-george-restaurant

Flavour Kingdom

A family run restaurant offering traditional Indian cuisine prepared with fresh and flavourful ingredients. There are many group meal deals available for gatherings and special occasions.

208 Montreal Road facebook.com/ flavour-kingdom

Esca Gourmet Pizza + Bar

Esca specializes in pizza and also offers an array of delicious starters and entrees. Open for lunch & dinner, the space also features craft beer on tap and a large patio.

317 Pitt Street escapizza.com

Riley’s Bakery

A local staple making the freshest cookies, donuts, bread and squares everyday. A must try for lunch is the soup and sandwich combo. Riley’s sandwiches are built tall, fresh and exactly to your liking.

248 Pitt Street facebook.com/rileysbakery

CAPE

April 22-23

Benson Centre

St. Lawrence

Marathon

April 29

St. Lawrence College

Art Walk

June 23

Downtown

Pitt Street

Canada Day

July 1

Lamoureux Park

Cornwall Ribfest

July 27-30

Lamoureux Park

festivals

Poutine Feast

August 3-6

Lamoureux Park

Glengarry

Highland Games

August 4-5

Maxville Fairgrounds

Diversity Cornwall Pride

Festival & Parade

August 12

Lamoureux Park

Doors Open

August 19-20

Various locations

Savour the Seaway

August 25-26

Downtown Pitt Street

Cornwall Triathlon

August 26-27

St. Lawrence College

Shorty Jenkins

Curling Classic

September 19-24

Cornwall Curling Centre

Apples & Art

Studio Tour

September 23-24

Various locations

Eastern Ontario

Garlic Festival & Gala

September 16

Lamoureux Park

Cornwall Comedy

Festival

October 14-15

Aultsville Theatre

& events

Cornwall hosts world class festivals and events all year long.

Visit Cornwall Tourism’s event page for a full list of activities and events and plan your next visit around one of our fantastic festivals!

History & Art Come Alive

The region is rich with heritage and culture. The Historic Walking Tour is one of the best ways to take in the history and the talents of local artists; a self guided tour across the city, that uses art to tell the story of the region and what life might have been like back in the day. You may also want to explore these stops to satisfy your craving for art and history.

CELEBRATE HISTORY

Cornwall Community Museum

160 Water Street West, Cornwall

Native North American Travelling College

1 Ronathahonni Lane, Akwesasne

Glengarry Pioneer Museum

1645 County Road 30, Dunvegan

Lost Villages Museum

16361 Fran Laflamme Drive, Long Sault

Nor’Westers & Loyalist Museum

19651 County Rd 17, Williamstown

Upper Canda Village

13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg

CELEBRATE THE ARTS

Cline House Gallery & Studio

204 Second Street East, Cornwall

Aultsville Theatre

2 St. Lawrence Drive, Cornwall

Seaway Valley Theatre Company

30 Sixth Street East, Cornwall

The Port Theatre

132 Montreal Road, Cornwall

SHOPPING Galore

Cornwall is home to many unique retailers, offering everything from gift shops to music stores, vintage and antique shops, toy stores, and much more. Whether you are looking for box store brand names or that rare, hard to find item, Cornwall’s shopping scene has it all.

SHOPPING

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The Local Fill

A zero waste refill market making sustainable living simple for everyone. Bring your containers and fill up on beauty and cleaning products, dry goods, maple syrup and so much more.

1515 Pitt Sreet thelocalfill.com

Auntie Em’s

A scrapbook and quilt store dedicated to providing customers with inspiration and encouragement and all the supplies that go with it!! Auntie Em’s Scrapbooking and Quilting where the memories are homemade!

109 Eleventh Street West auntieemsstore.com

The Squire Shop

Large selection of men’s and women’s apparel and accessories located in downtown Cornwall. Visit Mark and his team for excellent service while searching for formal wear or a new casual fit.

113 Pitt Street

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Cornwall Square

The only indoor mall in Cornwall with over 30 stores and an eclectic food court, located in the heart of the Downtown. The Square hosts many special events such as holiday celebrations and local maker markets.

1 Water Street East Cornwallsquare.com

Tickle Your Fancy Gift Shop

A large selection of locally made goods and imported Swiss products. Browse the shop and create your own gift basket for the perfect gift or the ultimate souvenir package.

225 Pitt Street

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Floral Expressions

Aiming to please we are a fully functional flower shop carrying plants, giftware, home décor and of course fresh flowers. Allow us to create one of our award winning designs just for you.

516 Pitt Street

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Life’s Little Pleasures

Hip products, friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere is what you will find at this Downtown Cornwall institution. The shop’s offerings change with the season and you will be sure to find that one-of-a-kind gift.

54 Pitt Street lifeslittlepleasures.ca

Mrs. B’s Gifts & Home Décor

One of the largest gift shops in eastern Ontario, offering collectibles, souvenirs, candles, giftware, home and Christmas decor and more! Plenty of free parking. Find out why Mrs. B’s has been voted Cornwall’s #1 gift shop several years running.

609 Pitt Street mrsbsgifts.com

Nickel & Ore

A 6,000 square-foot boutique featuring flowers and plants, epicurean delights, kitchenware, clothing, home décor items and much more. Nickel & Ore has cemented its reputation as one of Eastern Ontario’s best retail destinations.

1140 Brookdale Avenue nickelandore.ca

Pommier Jewellers

Our expert jewellery team will work with you and our extensive collection to acquire or create exactly what you’re looking for. With our commitment to quality and customer service, you’re sure to find that special one-of-a-kind piece for any occasion or milestone.

6 Second Street East pommierjewellers.com

Love and Lee

Shop an amazing array of women’s fashion items and accessories that are sure to augment any wardrobe. There’s also a full-service bridal boutique offering a comfortable and welcoming shopping experience for your big day.

111 Pitt Street shoploveandlee.com

products this unique destination covers two full floors; the ground floor a toy store and the upstairs baby boutique. There’s toys, games, books, furniture and so much more to discover.

141 Pitt Street kidskorner.ca

SO MUCH TO OFFER IN LAMOUREUX

PARK

Marina 200

Bike rentals

Transient boat docking

Drinks & snacks

Gas

Arts in the Park

Free concert and entertainment series

June – August

MORE TO ENJOY …

Cornwall Aquatic Centre

Riverside Trail Free Parking

Rotary Echo Gardens

Special Events

For more information visit www.Cornwall.ca

EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS

Cornwall is a paradise for outdoor activities, with world class golf courses, fishing, parks and cycling facilities. From scenic waterfront paths to boardwalks through wetlands and trails through beautifully-forested areas, you are sure to find fun outdoor adventures that the whole family will enjoy.

PARKS & TRAILS

Lamoureux Park

Kilometers of open space highlighted by the Riverside Trail, play structure, splash pad, Rotary Eco gardens waterfall and more.

100 Water Street East

Gray’s Creek Conservation Area

Complete with geocaching, trails, marina, play structure, beach volleyball and great picnic areas.

18045 County Road 2

BMX Track

Located in Guindon Park it’s one of the longest BMX Canada and BMX USA sanctioned tracks in Ontario. Find the Cornwall BMX Club online for up-to-date details.

3260 Vincent Massey Drive

Guindon Park

An outdoor enthusiast’s dream offering 15+ kilometers of groomed four season trails for all levels. Water access and great picnic spots also available.

Vincent Massey Drive (3 entrances)

Summerstown Trails

One of the largest multi-use trail systems in the area offering snowshoe, cross-country, fat bike, hiking and mountain bike trails.

6150 County Rd 27, Williamstown

Upper Canada Bird Sanctuary

9,000 hectares of wildlife habitats woven together with more than 8 kilometers of self-guided nature trails.

5591 Morrisons Road, Ingleside

EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS CornwallTourism.com/explore

Amazing Cycling

Cornwall is emerging as one of the top 4 season cycling destinations in Ontario and for good reason. You can cycle kilometers of traffic-free paved trails along the shores of the St. Lawrence River to a series of islands surrounded by the remnants of historic villages. In the winter fat bike 10+ km of new trails that twist through the trees at Guindon Park. The cycling hub is the Cornwall Civic Complex where you can enjoy complimentary parking, tourism information, maps and bike rentals. Make the most of your excursion by using

The St. Lawrence River & Riverside Trail

Cornwall is conveniently located along the banks of the St. Lawrence River and along the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail, an Ontario-wide route extending over 3,000 kilometres. The section from Gray’s Creek to Upper Canada Village, known as the Riverside Trail, is extremely popular,

Waterfront

offering 40 kilometres of traffic free, riverside views. The trail is open to cyclists, walkers, runners and other non-motorized forms of transportation. Parts of this trail takes users along the Long Sault Parkway, a series of islands connected by a quiet roadway just west of Cornwall.

Gray’s Creek Marina

18045 County Road 2

Lamoureux Park

252 Water Street East

Guindon Park

3260 Vincent Massey Drive

Archie’s

Providing family fun for over 65 years, Archie’s is a great spot to work on your game or just have some fun. Offering Par 3 golf, driving range, miniature golf as well as an ice cream shop and snack shack. Archie’s is a fully licensed facility.

613-932-8255

www.archiescornwall.com

Raisin Region Conservation Authority

Step into nature at RRCA’s Conservation Areas: Gray’s Creek, Charlottenburgh Park & Cooper Marsh. Explore 25 km of nature trails, find 28 geocaches, spot wildlife from viewing blinds and visit our interpretive centre, beach, campground, and marina. (613) 938-3611 rrca.on.ca

Akwesasne Travel

Akwesasne experts offer a rare opportunity to learn about Indigenous culture and traditions firsthand. Experiences include Mohawk basketmaking, wooden Lacrosse stick manufacturing and Mohawk life from pre-contact to present day. 518-358-4238

www.akwesasne.travel

Glengarry Highland Games

Home of the North American Pipe Band Championships™ August 4&5, 2023 in Maxville, ON. An amazing celebration of Scottish Heritage featuring piping, highland dancing, heavyweights, f iddling and the best in Celtic entertainment.

613-527-2876

glengarryhighlandgames.com

Diversity Cornwall

Diversity Cornwall is a nonprofit organization supporting the 2SLGBTQ+ community of Cornwall, Akwesasne & SD&G. Their new Gender Affirming Program provides financial and other supports for trans, two-spirit, non-binary or non-conforming individuals. cornwall.diversity@gmail.com diversitycornwall.ca

Eastern Ontario Garlic Festival & Gala

Stock up on garlic to eat and grow. Come meet local growers, food artisans, drink, art, music, workshops, and family activities. A Farmers’ Market by day followed by a ticketed Garlic Gala featuring a gourmet garlic laced meal by award winning chef Phil Cameron. Lamoureux Park

Kozroots.ca

Cornwall Community Museum

The original Wood House in Lamoureux Park is home to centuries of Cornwall and area history and memorabilia. Stop by and visit us at our scenic location on the St. Lawrence River conveniently situated on the Cornwall Bike Path. (613) 936-0280

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Rurban Brewing

Welcome from Cornwall’s brewery! We have great beer at reasonable prices, pints and flights for onsite consumption, growlers and cans to go, and indoor and outdoor seating is available. See you soon!

412 Cumberland Street

www.rurbanbrewing.com

Boatingery Adventure Trends

Discover the vast beauty of the St. Lawrence while traveling in a transparent kayak along the majestic waterway. Start your adventure here!

Guindon Park west entrance

www.boatingery.com

Cornwall Aquatic Centre

Take the plunge down the two-storey waterslide, relax in the whirlpool or enjoy the spray features of the leisure pool. The large pool is fully accessible with water wheelchairs on site.

100 Water Street E

www.cornwall.ca

Split Rock Farms

Alpacas

Welcome to one of Eastern Canada’s largest alpaca farms featuring over 100 animals originating from across North America. Be one with nature as you enjoy 250 acres of scenic forests, farmland and trails. Visit our “Alpaca Habit Boutique” showcasing a large array of all things alpaca. Join us in an

adventure to remember.

Phone to schedule your visit!

FARM FEATURES: The Alpaca

Habit Boutique, Over 250 acres with trails, Alpaca Sales & Services, Walk-an-Alpaca, Hayrides, Kubota Tours & Winter Farm visits/tours, activities & education

19152 County Road 25, Apple Hill 613-799-9777

www.splitrockfarmsbb.com

FAMILY FUN

Spend your days making memories at great local attractions. Whether you enjoy some friendly competition, a visit to one of the museums, or exploring the outdoors, you’re sure to have some real family fun. Visit Explore Cornwall powered by FanSaves to get great savings on activities. Round out your trip with a visit to one of the many family-friendly restaurants, or even better, one of the many kid-friendly sweet shops to complete the perfect recipe for a fun

FAMILY FUN

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For a complete map of Cornwall and SDG Counties, contact Cornwall Tourism at 613-938-4748, stop by the visitor centre or check out www.CornwallTourism.com

Pour une carte de Cornwall et des comtés de SDG, communiquez avec Tourisme Cornwall au 613-938-4748, passez au centre d’accueil ou consultez

www.CornwallTourism.com/fr