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Drop by our Visitor Centre
Open year-round, we provide a wide selection of free information including travel guides, brochures, postcards, road maps and trail guides. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are happily awaiting your arrival and are ready to assist through our digital visitor services.
The Visitor Centre is conveniently located in downtown Peterborough, minutes from Highway 7 & Highway 115 and within walking distance from the Peterborough Marina and the Trent-Severn Waterway.
Ptbo HAULiday Gifting Getaway Hotel Package
Book an overnight stay at a participating Peterborough hotel between November 14th and December 23rd and receive a free swag bag with local gifts and a $100 Gift Card to spend in downtown Peterborough on your getaway. Learn more about the HAULiday Gifting Getaway Hotel Package here!
Drop by the Visitor Centre in Person:
VentureNorth
270 George St N., Ste 101
Peterborough, Ontario
Canada K9J 3H1
Monday to Friday:10am – 4pm
Visitor Centre Closed November 16th, 2022
The Visitor Centre will be closed Friday, November 16th, 2022 for staff training. The Visitor Centre will reopen Thursday, November 17th at 10am.
Tourism in Motion
Travel Counsellors will be out n’ about in communities throughout Peterborough & the Kawarthas this Summer – be sure to say Hi!
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Getting to Peterborough & the Kawarthas
- Toronto, ON
137km/85mi (1hr 40mins drive) - Ottawa, ON
271km/168mi (3hrs 16mins drive) - Kingston, ON
180km/112mi (2hrs 10mins drive) - Niagara Falls, ON
263km/163mi (2hr 58mins drive) - Hamilton, ON
203km/126mi (2hr 21mins drive) - Barrie, ON
157km/98mi (2hr 6mins drive) - London, ON
316km/196mi (3hr 30mins drive) - Rochester, NY
438km/272mi (6hr 11mins drive) - Buffalo, NY
294km/183mi (3hr 56mins drive)
Plan for a safe and thoughtful visit in Peterborough & the Kawarthas
Attention Ontario residents!
Enjoy your staycation in Peterborough & the Kawarthas!
With the 2022 Ontario Staycation Tax Credit, you can receive money back for discovering a new part of the province.
A great family fishing resort where there is fun for everyone, young or old – we are even pet friendly!
723 Bolin Rd.Keene, Ontario
K0L 2G0
Great fishing and fun for the whole family!
22 Fire Rte 7Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Enjoy over 80 acres of summer fun and spectacular sunsets in the heart of the Kawarthas.
78 Lindsay Rd.,Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 6X3
Weekend hiking, fishing and relaxing: a great getaway for family and friends.
25 Fire Rte. 36Havelock, Ontario
K0L 1Z0
Beachwood Resort has been welcoming guests for over 75 years…and we would be pleased to welcome you!
3043 Beachwood Rd.Lakefield, Ontario
K0L 2H0
Camping in the heart of the city.
2011 Ashburnham Dr.Peterborough, Ontario
K9L 1P8
Nestled on the north shore of Rice Lake, we are only minutes east of Peterborough in the Village of Keene.
1235 Villiers LineKeene, Ontario
K0L 1G0
Invites y’all to come out and enjoy Southern hospitality at affordable prices!
1821 County Rd. 2Bailieboro, Ontario
K0L 1B0
Our guests come for the attractive rates… they come back for our hospitality!
180 Benson Ave.Peterborough, Ontario
K9H 5Y5
Conveniently located in a resort-like setting close to downtown and area attractions. Our friendly staff ensures an enjoyable stay.
84 Lansdowne St. E.Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 7N9
A pet-friendly, family cottage resort in the beautiful Kawartha Lakes, on picturesque Upper Chemong Lake. Come see why Birch Bend is easy to get to yet difficult to leave.
2554 Buckhorn RdLakefield, Ontario
K0L 2H0
Located on a beautiful, sandy shore known as Birdsall Beach, the resort offers choices from fully serviced sites to minimal service tenting.
1170 Birdsall LineHastings, Ontario
K0L 1Y0
Carefully planned for your comfort and convenience. In a quiet setting, spacious, well furnished and comfortable.
1165 Hwy 7 E.Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 6X8
A small, secluded family cottage resort nestled among the tall pines that overlook beautiful Lake Kasshabog.
124 Blue Mountain Rd.Lakefield, Ontario
K0L 2H0
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Lakehurst, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Young's Point, Ontario
K0L 3G0
Hastings, Ontario
K0L 1Y0
Apsley, Ontario
K0L 1A0
Ennismore, Ontario
K0L 1T0
Peterborough, Ontario
K9K 2N7
Lakefield, Ontario
K0L 2H0
Keene, Ontario
K0L 2G0
Apsley, Ontario
K0L 1A0
Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 6Y3
Lakefield, Ontario
K0L 2H0
Trent Lakes, Ontario
K0M 1A0
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Lakefield, Ontario
K0L 2H0
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Lakefield, Ontario
K0L 2H0
A tranquil retreat in the woods with a glamping cabin perfect for couples or individuals seeking a quiet getaway. It is also home to The Subtle Shift offering energetic wellness services, workshops and retreats.
221 Edwina DrTrent Lakes, Ontario
K0M 1A0
Keene, Ontario
K0L 2G0
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Ennismore, Ontario
K0L 1T0
Young's Point, Ontario
K0L 3G0
Hastings, Ontario
K0L 1V0
Selwyn, Ontario
K0L2H0
Young's Point, Ontario
K0L 3G0
Havelock, Ontario
K0L 1Z0
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 7B8
Douro-Dummer, Ontario
K0L 2H0
Warsaw, Ontario
K0L 3A0
Peterborough, Ontario
K9H 3K4
Buckhorn, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Keene, Ontario
K0L 2G0
Lakehurst, Ontario
K0L 1J0
Transportation Resources
Whether you’re travelling by road, air or water, it’s an easy (and beautiful) trip to Peterborough & the Kawarthas. Start planning ahead to your next escape today!
Escape by Car
Peterborough & the Kawarthas is an easy 90 minute drive from Toronto or 2.5 hour drive from Ottawa, with stunning landscapes to take in along the way. Ideally situated between major city centres and the northeastern United States, we’re easily accessible from Highway 401/115 or if a slower pace suits you better, you can tour the stunning countryside via Highway 7, or various scenic roadways.
Escape by Bus
A popular destination for motor coach tours and RV enthusiasts, Peterborough has a convenient GO Transit located Downtown, with stops throughout the County of Peterborough. For more information about transit options in the Peterborough, visit Peterborough Transit.
For airport shuttles from Lester B. Pearson International and Billy Bishop Airports in Toronto, try Century Transportation.
Escape by Boat
Peterborough & the Kawarthas is ideally situated along the Trent-Severn Waterway, one of the finest interconnected systems of navigation in the world. There are a number of marina’s, and lock stations along the way, including the Peterborough Marina located on Little Lake right in the heart of Downtown Peterborough.
Escape by Air
The Peterborough Airport has the longest paved, lighted runway between Ottawa and Toronto. This full-service facility caters to both business and general aviation including fuel, oil, aircraft repairs, weather observation site and charter service. Terminal operations feature Customs pre-clearance using CANPASS and a restaurant facility catering to local and transient traffic.
Getting around
There are a couple of taxi services available in the area such as Call-A-Cab, Capitol Taxi as well as car rental dealers such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car. If you like to travel in style, then Welsh Limousine is for you. Looking for a rideshare service? Try Uride or Y-Drive PTBO
Resources for International Visitors
All international visitors to Canada are required to have a passport and follow the Government of Canada’s COVID-19 Travel Guidelines. Visit the Going To Canada website for more information on visa and passport requirements.
COVID-19 Updates
Check the latest Federal, Provincial, and Regional COVID-19 rules, regulations, and restrictions to plan ahead here.
Government of Canada Travel Restrictions Updates
Government of Ontario Public Health and Restrictions Updates
Peterborough Public Health Updates
Passport Requirements
All international visitors to Canada require a passport or other appropriate secure document to enter Canada. Visit the Going To Canada website for full details on entry and visa requirements.
Exchange Rates
You can obtain Canadian dollars by visiting a local bank. Click here for information on daily currency exchange rates from the Bank of Canada.
Tax Refunds for International Visitors
Ontario’s harmonized sales tax (HST) may apply to various goods and services you purchase during your stay in Peterborough & the Kawarthas. The HST rate is 13%. The Government of Canada has introduced the Foreign Convention and Tour Incentive Program. Click here to visit Revenue Canada for information on how to qualify for a refund on Canadian taxes you have paid during your visit.
Additional Resources
- Relocating or Recently relocated to Peterborough & the Kawarthas? Download our Relocation Guide
- Tips for Travelling in Ontario
- Facts About Ontario
- Getting Here and Around