Close
Close
Browser Compatibility Notification
It appears you are trying to access this site using an outdated browser. As a result, parts of the site may not function properly for you. We recommend updating your browser to its most recent version at your earliest convenience.
Skip to Content

Owen Sound Tourism Logo

Contact Us Main menu icon
City WebsiteContact Us
Translate
Click to open Twitter Click to open Facebook Click to open YouTube Click to open Instagram
I'd Like To...
  • Explore
    • Accommodations
    • Camping or RV Site
    • Meetings and Conferences
    • Top 10 Attractions
  • Explore
    • Black History
    • Galleries and Museums
    • Heritage
    • Library
    • On the Water
    • Parks Trails and Scenic Lookouts
    • Sound Outlook
    • Tours
    • Videos
    • Worship
    Farmers' Markets
  • Stay
    • Bed and Breakfasts
    • Camping and RV
    • Live Music
    • Living in Owen Sound
    • Resorts Hotels and Motels
    • Spas, Relaxation and Wellness
    • Things to do & Places to see
    Living in Owen Sound
  • Eat/Shop
    • Breweries and Wineries
    • Businesses
    • Farmers' Markets and Local Food
    • Restaurants
    • River District
    • Savour Owen Sound
    • Scenic City Swag
    • Shopping Districts
    • Theatre and Film
    Shopping Districts

Visitor's Centre

Visitor Centre

More
Home/Visitor Centre
  • Open new window to share this page via Facebook Facebook
  • Open new window to share this page via LinkedIn LinkedIn
  • Open new window to share this page via Twitter Twitter
  • Email This page Email
  • Visitor Centre
  • About Owen Sound
  • Accessibility
  • Activities and Sports
  • Events Calendar
  • Family Activities
  • Festivals and Events
  • Getting Here
  • Maps
  • Meetings and Conferences
  • Transportation

Quick Links

FALL/WINTER HOURS & LOCATION:

From October (Thanksgiving weekend) to May (Victoria Day long weekend), Tourism and Visitor Services is available at City Hall in the Owen Sound River District. Located at 808 2nd Avenue East, City Hall is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

SPRING/SUMMER HOURS & LOCATION:

From May (Victoria Day weekend) to October (Thanksgiving weekend) Tourism and Visitor Services are available at the Visitor Centre 1155 1st Ave West, along the west Harbour wall. It is open 7 days a week Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Weekends/Holidays 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Check online for changes to hours due to Covid-19.

The Owen Sound Visitor Centre on the harbour can help with all your travel needs in Owen Sound and area, and carries the greatest selection of Owen Sound swag around! We're located in a vintage railway station on the waterfront, home of the Community Waterfront Heritage Centre as well, with a tug, caboose and train on site. Our tourism and events ambassadors will assist you in planning your holiday by highlighting the area's key attractions. Find maps, guides, washrooms and free wifi, souvenirs and bike rentals! The Visitor Centre is open seven days a week from the Victoria Day weekend in May to Thanksgiving. There's a boat launch, cafe, snack bar and picnic tables nearby, and it's a short walk to Kelso Beach Park.

FREE BIKE RENTALS: 

We offer 4 cruiser bikes for rental (2 of which have fun baskets for pet's, randoms finds and spontaneous shopping adventures!) Helmets, locks, and trip planning are included! We have a child carrier/jogger attachment and child helmets available as well! 

1 HOUR = FREE

1/2 DAY = FREE

FULL DAY = FREE

CARRIER/JOGGER (FULL DAY) = FREE

CARRIER/JOGGER (1/2 DAY) = FREE

Week long rentals available = $50 +tax per bike 

Call ahead to book your bikes or stop by to pick one up today!

Visitor services staff can be reached year-round at 519-371-9833 or by email at vacation@owensound.ca. 

Visitor Information Centre

FALL/WINTER HOURS & LOCATION:

From October (Thanksgiving weekend) to May (Victoria Day long weekend), Visitor Services is available at City Hall, 808 2nd Avenue East. City Hall is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

SPRING/SUMMER HOURS & LOCATION:

From May (Victoria Day weekend) to October (Thanksgiving weekend) Visitor Services are available at the Visitor Centre, 1155 1st Ave West. It is open 7 days a week: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and weekends 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Check online for changes to hours due to Covid-19.

Harrison Park Campground & Reservations call 519-371-9734

Owen Sound Tourism logo

© 2019 City of Owen Sound

Tourism Office
1155 First Avenue West
Owen Sound, Ontario,
N4K 4K8

Tel: 519-371-9833
Feedback

Email: vacation@owensound.ca

Designed by eSolutionsGroup

  • Explore
    • Black History
    • Galleries and Museums
    • Heritage
    • Library
    • On the Water
    • Parks Trails and Scenic Lookouts
    • Sound Outlook
    • Tours
    • Videos
    • View All...
  • Stay
    • Bed and Breakfasts
    • Camping and RV
    • Live Music
    • Living in Owen Sound
    • Resorts Hotels and Motels
    • Spas, Relaxation and Wellness
    • Things to do & Places to see
  • Eat/Shop
    • Breweries and Wineries
    • Businesses
    • Farmers' Markets and Local Food
    • Restaurants
    • River District
    • Savour Owen Sound
    • Scenic City Swag
    • Shopping Districts
    • Theatre and Film