
Muskoka · Summer · 1 day
Gravenhurst: a day of stories
History & heritageFamily friendly
Discover Muskoka’s heritage, spend time at the wharf and make a day of local discoveries.
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Gravenhurst is where Muskoka's steamship story is still afloat. Everything in this day plan sits within walking distance of the Muskoka Wharf, so you can park once and spend the day on foot. Check sailing schedules and museum hours before you go.
- MorningStart at the Muskoka Discovery Centre for wooden boats, steamship history and the Indigenous culture exhibit, then walk the wharf boardwalk past the heritage panels.
- MiddayBoard the RMS Segwun, North America's oldest operating steamship, or the Wenonah II for a cruise on Lake Muskoka. Book ahead in summer and autumn colour season.
- AfternoonAfternoon tea at the Blue Willow Tea Shop, then a walk on the Peninsula Trail for open lake views.
- EveningSee what's on at the Gravenhurst Opera House, or on a clear night drive 20 minutes west to the Torrance Barrens for stargazing.
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