Peterborough & The Kawarthas Tourism

Winter air is some of the freshest, cleanest, more invigorating air to breathe. In Peterborough & the Kawarthas it’s amazing how many breath-taking experiences can only be found at this time of year. The hours of conversations, food and drinks shared in cozy huts, the trail photos captured at dawn or sunset after a blanket of fresh snow has fallen, the list goes on.

Peterborough & the Kawarthas isn’t just a playground in the summertime, there’s plenty to do all year long. Ice Fishing is a popular activity in the winter.

Introducing a taste of what our region has to offer, from our commitment to buy local through Kawartha Choice FarmFresh to meeting some of our chefs and restauranteurs who are ready to serve you. You’re invited on a unique culinary adventure — Peterborough & the Kawarthas style!

Everything we experience today, pixel by pixel, engine, by engine, road by road can be traced back to an equally valuable time — field by field, stone by stone, tree by tree. Experience a proud history and heritage in Peterborough & the Kawarthas.

Peterborough & the Kawarthas is home to two First Nations, has a rich aboriginal history, and offers many events and attractions the feature the culture of our first nations

The idea: when you enter a community rich in cultural expression, you are sharing in the collective heart and soul of the people within in. We love it here. And hope you will too. Discover culture in Peterborough & the Kawarthas.

It is about climbing and pedalling, but why? The why has to do with the fresh air, the colourful scenery, the joy of being a part of the breeze, coasting ever so slightly above the ground. In Peterborough & the Kawarthas, life slows down, no matter how fast the pedals may turn.

Cruise the world renowned Trent-Severn Waterway on a houseboat in Peterborough & the Kawarthas

Water says a lot about a region. In Peterborough & the Kawarthas, fresh water has become a way of life, and a way to truly live year-round. There are so many amazing life experiences that are right here for you and yours to enjoy — and affordably so. The question is, where will you find your connection?

Love the theatre and the great outdoors? Get the best of both worlds in Peterborough & the Kawarthas at 4th Line Theatre

Peterborough & the Kawarthas is known as the ‘land of shining waters’, and for good reason. With more than 134 lakes – water sports like wake boarding are part of what makes this place so vibrant. Check out the Canadian Wakeboard Open every August.

Looking for a fall drive that will take your breath away? The fall colours are beautiful in this part of Ontario in the fall – explore our winding roads and rolling country hills under an umbrella of red and orange leaves.

Looking for a fall drive that will take your breath away? The fall colours are beautiful in this part of Ontario in the fall – explore our winding roads and rolling country hills under an umbrella of red and orange leaves.

The City of Peterborough is right in the heart of famed Kawarthas cottage country. It’s a vibrant city with a unique mix of urban-rural amenities…It’s only minutes away from amazing lakes and charming towns like Lakefield, Buckhorn and Keene. Experience the best of both worlds!

Our rich mix of heritage city, cottage country and flourishing farmlands – unique in Ontario – makes living and visiting here something out of the ordinary. Spend your day on the water, at the beach or on the dock and spend your evening dancing the night away at a street festival, live music venue or night club.