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May
63°F 17°C
41°F 5°C
Jun
73°F 22°C
50°F 10°C
Jul
76°F 24°C
54°F 12°C
Aug
75°F 23°C
52°F 11°C
Sep
68°F 20°C
45°F 7°C
Oct
54°F 12°C
34°F 1°C
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Riverview Park and Zoo
Ollie #1 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4.5 of 5 stars 34 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.
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  3.0 miles from city center
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Canadian Canoe Museum
Ollie #2 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews

The largest collection of canoes, kayaks and related artifacts in the world.  Much more than canoes, the high quality exhibits are designed to walk you through Canada's... more »

Attraction type  History Museums; Specialty Museums
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
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Peterborough Lift Lock
Ollie #3 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Opened in 1904 and designated as a Canadian National Historic Site, this is the highest hydraulic lift lock in the world.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  0.0 miles from city center
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Petroglyphs Provincial Park
Ollie #4 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
This park is home to nearly 1000 rock carvings that scientists estimate were drawn between 500 and 1000 years ago.
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  25.9 miles from city center
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Warsaw Caves
Ollie #5 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Owner description: Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground has over 13 km of hiking trails, a sandy beach, camping, canoeing, and natural features, including caves...... more » Owner description: Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground has over 13 km of hiking trails, a sandy beach, camping, canoeing, and natural features, including caves and kettles, carved from river water that used to cover the area. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Hiking Trails
Distance  14.6 miles from city center
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Hutchinson House Museum
Ollie #6 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
Showplace Performance Centre
Ollie #7 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters
Peterborough Museum and Archives
Ollie #8 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
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Art Gallery of Peterborough
Ollie #9 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
Liftlock and The River Boat Cruises
Ollie #10 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Boat Tours
Smith Town Hill House
Ollie #11 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Historic Sites
The Red Dog
Ollie #12 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs
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Wild Water & WHeels
Ollie #13 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
3 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Go karts, mini golf, carpet slide, water slides, batting cages, bumper boats, driving range and roller coaster.
Attraction type  Water Parks; Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  3.4 miles from city center
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Indian River Reptile Zoo
Ollie #14 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: 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...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  8.6 miles from city center
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Serpent Mounds Park
Ollie #15 of 17 attractions in Peterborough
3 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Currently in the possession of the Hiawathas, this park is named for its burial mounds.
Attraction type  Parks; Historic Sites
Distance  10.0 miles from city center
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