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Owen Sound Visitor Information Centre

16 Reviews

#11 of 23 things to do in Owen Sound

Traveler Resources, Visitor Centers

Closed Now: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

1155 1st Ave W, Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 4K8, Canada

Open today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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“Worth dropping in if you can find a time they are open”

This is a great visitors centre as they are in an old train station. I found the hours were limited... read more

Reviewed August 13, 2018

CanadaJones

New York City, New York

“Does its job”

This is what the name describes , an information centre, clean area and well informed people make... read more

Reviewed November 15, 2017

Rob S

Owen Sound, Canada

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4.5 16 reviews

Excellent37%
Very good57%
Average6%
Poor0%
Terrible0%

Jun 4, 2019

“walk by”

Aug 13, 2018

“Worth dropping in if you can find a time they are open”

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Owen Sound operates a four-season, full-service Visitor Information Centre on the waterfront, housed in a historic railways depot at 1155 1st Ave. West, Owen Sound. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will help with all your visitor needs, from maps...more

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1155 1st Ave W, Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 4K8, Canada

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memery2017

Owen Sound, Canada

214

Reviewed June 4, 2019

walk by

friendly staff. for us, it's in our neighbourhood. Haven't stopped by yet this year but we will. Lots of good information and recommendations.

Date of experience: May 2019

Thank memery2017

CanadaJones

New York City, New York

10550

Reviewed August 13, 2018

Worth dropping in if you can find a time they are open

This is a great visitors centre as they are in an old train station. I found the hours were limited so they were usually closed when I went by and when I did eventually get in I had hoped for more train artifacts (they had...More

Date of experience: September 2017

Thank CanadaJones

Rob S

Owen Sound, Canada

528

Reviewed November 15, 2017

Does its job

This is what the name describes , an information centre, clean area and well informed people make the experience friendly.

Date of experience: April 2017

Thank Rob S

rnr636

Elora, Canada

447620

Reviewed October 17, 2017 via mobile

Lots of info

We missed getting into the Visitor Centre as they are only open from May 20 to October 8th. It is open 7 days from 10 to 4 during that season. And in the off season it is open by appointment. Lots of free parking and...More

Date of experience: October 2017

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mindenmaiden

Markdale, Canada

3115

Reviewed October 2, 2017

Good place to check and learn things

a small but interesting museum with helpful staff .Learn about shipping and boats of the area in early century.

Date of experience: August 2017

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travelling-man38

Leicester, United Kingdom

7840

Reviewed September 27, 2017

Informative

Very helpful staff. Good position. Washrooms disappointing as they had an unpleasant odour. No other comment

Date of experience: September 2017

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dalfredg

Meaford, Canada

18140

Reviewed September 1, 2017

busy time

This is a busy time for centre as the Salmon Spectacular is on. You might want to read up on Owen Sound even before you visit because limited cross town arteries make downtown intersection congested.

Date of experience: August 2017

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twistedtippy

Toronto, Canada

24978

Reviewed July 13, 2017

Important pop-in

I was in town for the Rubber Duck. I hadn't been to Owen Sound since I was little. I had a chat with the ladies inside who could tell me more about the area and pointed me in the direction of some pamphlets. If you're...More

Date of experience: July 2017

Thank twistedtippy

WandaWestover

Owen Sound, Canada

239

Reviewed November 16, 2016

So resourceful!

For all tourist in the area this is a must stop shop! They have everything there to plan your entire trip. From information on local spots to coupons and discounts! Everyone who is visiting Owen Sound and area should start their trip by stoping in...More

Date of experience: September 2016

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John V

CANADA

493

Reviewed September 25, 2016

START HERE FOR YOUR INFORMATION LOCALY...

The information Center has all the information and maps of all the local events and places to see. Take a half hour to ask questions an plan your day.

Date of experience: August 2016

Thank John V

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