In Sault Ste. Marie, there are many engaging activities and attractions to explore, suitable for a variety of interests:

Historical and Cultural Attractions

• Soo Locks: Take a boat tour through the famous Soo Locks to see ships navigating this engineering marvel. There are two main companies offering tours: Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours and Original Soo Locks Boat Tours, both providing unique experiences of the locks and the St. Marys River waterfront

• Museum Ship Valley Camp: Explore a retired Great Lakes freighter with over 100 exhibits, including an Edmund Fitzgerald Memorial and crew quarters, offering insight into early 20th-century lake life

• Tower of History: Climb or take the elevator up this 210-foot tower for panoramic views of the city, the locks, and surrounding wilderness. The tower also houses a museum and video presentations

• River of History Museum: Learn about the history of the St. Marys River and Sault Ste. Marie through chronological exhibits with audio guides

• Historic Water Street: Visit historic homes of early fur traders and settlers, including museums dedicated to local industrial history

• Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre: Discover vintage bushplanes, aerial firefighting equipment, and a flight simulator. The center is family-friendly with live performances and accessible facilities

Outdoor and Adventure Activities

• Waterfront Boardwalk and Parks: Enjoy walking or biking along the scenic boardwalk, visit Clergue Park, John Rowswell Park, and Bellevue Park which offer green spaces, playgrounds, splash pads, and picnic areas

• Paddlesports: Rent kayaks or paddleboards or join guided kayak tours on the St. Marys River for an adventurous water experience

• Hiking and Biking: Explore trails along Lake Superior’s coastline, the Canadian Shield, and numerous rivers and lakes. Sault Ste. Marie boasts some of Ontario’s best mountain biking trails and fat biking in winter

• Winter Sports: In colder months, enjoy snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and sledding in scenic natural settings

Other Notable Experiences

• Agawa Canyon Train Tour: Take a scenic train tour to experience the rugged wilderness around Sault Ste. Marie

• Art and Museums: Visit the Art Gallery of Algoma and the Sault Ste. Marie Museum for local art and history

Whether you prefer cultural history, outdoor adventure, or relaxing by the waterfront, Sault Ste. Marie offers diverse activities year-round to suit all visitors