Top Things to do in Muskoka District
Top Hotels in Muskoka District
- 1. Residence Inn by Marriott Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf
- 2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Huntsville - Muskoka, an IHG Hotel
- 3. JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa
- 4. Hidden Valley Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection
- 5. Sherwood Inn
- 6. Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn
- 7. Knights Inn Huntsville, ON
- 8. Muskoka Bay Resort
- 9. Taboo Muskoka Resort
- 10. Comfort Inn Huntsville
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What to do and see in Muskoka District, Muskoka District: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Muskoka District, United States including Lake Muskoka, Bala's Museum with Memories of Lucy Maud Montgomery, Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm, Arrowhead Provincial Park, Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower, Muskoka Discovery Centre, Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery, Johnston's Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery, Lake of Bays Brewing Company, Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site.
Restaurants in Muskoka District
1. Lake Muskoka
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By O8166OLdaniel - Muskoka District, Canada
Lake Muskoka is my favourite place. Many childhood memories were created here and I still see this lake daily. I try to get out on the lake as often as possible in the boat, paddleboard or even aboard one of the great ships cruising out of the Muskoka Wharf. Definitely a treasure and should be protected for futures generations to enjoy!
2. Bala's Museum with Memories of Lucy Maud Montgomery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By THStyles
Jack & Linda's museum brings the world of Anne & LM Montgomery to life. For anyone who loves LM Montgomery's books, or the movie adaptations you will find this museum a dream come true. Jack & Linda can easily move through conversations on any of LM Montgomery's writings, as well as her life. Their charm and sprinkling of book references will delight those who know the books and characters. They opened the museum for my sister, daughter and myself on a rainy, cold November and once we were inside it was like we had stepped into a different world. Jack & Linda fed off each other's enthusiasm in making history come to life. They connected real world events to LM's writings that I had never noticed before. Jack charmed us with playing piano pieces from the first Anne of Green Gables silent moving picture. Linda reenacted Anne's baking scenes with my daughter pretending to be Marilla while my daughter was Anne. We just had such an incredible time. I would have loved to stay in the area for a couple nights to really soak in everything they have there, and talk with Linda and Jack. You can tell they have really dedicated their life to preserving this incredible part of Canadian history. Also should note that the gift shop is INCREDIBLE :) I loved it. could have spent hours just in that. I really liked that they had a mix of new and used gift items - everythign related to LM Montgomery and the world's she created. They sell all the books news, but also have a collection of all the used books - which was great because there were a few I was missing! Same with costumes and doll clothes - they had a mix of brand new items and also gently used items for those wanting to be more economical.....my penny pinching heart just loved it :)
3. Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 556 reviews
Sugarbush Hill is a "State Of The Art" maple sugaring operation near the Town of Huntsville. We are the largest sugarhouse open to the public on a year round basis in the District of Muskoka. We offer 100% pure maple syrup and other delicious maple products produced right here from our own sugarbush. SUGARHOUSE TOURS and TASTINGS from May to October, please check tour times and hours on our website under "Contact" and "Tours Details". Reservations and payment is required for tours in advance as they fill up quickly. See our huge eco-friendly and highly efficient wood-fired evaporator, many displays of maple antiques and artifacts or stroll our maple forest. We would be pleased to take the time to explain the complete maple sugaring process from the past to the present day. A Canadian heritage at it's finest is waiting for you. For your premium MUSKOKA MAPLE EXPERIENCE come to Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm and see what all the fuss has been about for centuries.
Reviewed By Chriselsis
Overall the tour couldn’t have been better! In his tour around his sugar farm, Tom explained us in detail the entire production of maple syrup, most important things to remember, short maple history lessons included ;) The tour ends with an insight in his valuable antique collections and a nice and delicious little maple products tasting. What we really liked about the tour was the authenticity of everything (it is not one of the farms just created for tourists) and the way Tom is giving the tour by integrating everyone, making some jokes etc. You can feel he’s passionate about the topic ;) We feel confident to be able to open our very own maple farm now :D Thanks Sugarbush Tom, great experience, we recommend it to all our friends! Marco & Christine
4. Arrowhead Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 719 reviews
Reviewed By morganhouse - Huntsville, Canada
Arrowhead Prov Park is one of the best with awesome nordic ski trails, an ice skating trail and a fabulous new chalet to relax and have a snack (BYO)
5. Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By DorsetTower - Dorset, Canada
The Tower, Park and Trail are currently CLOSED for the 2020 season due to Covid-19. Because of this closure, the public water tap is currently not accessible. There will be no seasonal passes issued at this time. Additional public water taps within the Township of Algonquin Highlands can be found at: Stanhope Airport located at 1168 Stanhope Airport Rd., the Dorset Rec Center located at 1051 Main St., and the main Township Office located at 1123 North Shore Rd. All users are reminded that these are public facilities where extraordinary hygiene protocols are required. Violations of this closure are enforceable by the Ontario Provincial Police.
6. Muskoka Discovery Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
Welcome to the one-of-a-kind Muskoka Discovery Centre where Muskoka’s steamship, wooden boat and grand resort legacy is honoured. Interactive play for families is available in KidZone. See the amazing new 'Watershed Wonders' exhibit with its spectacular 96' touchscreen virtual aquarium and many other interactive displays!
Reviewed By GeeeWhiz - Toronto, Canada
So many things were great - from informative videos to interesting artifacts and educational pieces. A real step back in time. Bonus water dock with several beautiful antique wooden boats. A must-visit for any boater and/or history buff. Probably not worth taking children under 6.
7. Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By annemarieh905 - Barrie, Canada
We had a wonderful time in Huntsville looking at the stores and purchasing items at the various stores and did a walk about looking at the sculpture and outdoor wall murals and reading the signage about the paintings. We didn't see all of them, but did enjoy what we did see. The day was sunny and relatively warm. A glorious day - we would like to visit it again when it's a little warmer...maybe in July.
8. Johnston's Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 273 reviews
Discover the cranberries that make this area unique! The daily Bog to Bottle Discovery at 11 am, 1 pm & 3 pm is a Canadian Signature Experience. Taste and learn as you follow cranberries on a guided journey from peat bog to award-winning wine. Other 'must dos' include wine & cheese on the scenic patio and browsing for local goodies in the one-of-a-kind wine & gift shop. Hiking and snowshoe trails, GPS and kids' adventures and fall harvest activities are also available. Open daily, year round (Mon-Sun 10-5). Daily tour at 1 pm. Located four minutes north of Bala, in scenic Muskoka.
Reviewed By adrians211 - Queenston, Canada
Great place to do different activities in the winter. They have prepared several snowshoe trails, thru the woods (with a few nice tree carvings) or around the cranberry fields (with plaques to read). Not sure if they had cross country trails. What better to do after you activity than wine tasting. They offered a great deal, 9 wines for $10. You don't find that in Niagara where we are from. And they have some great interesting wines, mainly made from cranberries, blueberries or a combination.
9. Lake of Bays Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Join us Saturdays year-round for a brewery tour and tasting at the Lake of Bays Brewing Company facility in Baysville. Enjoy an afternoon in beautiful Ontario cottage country. Taste the Great Outdoors.
Reviewed By JoanB424 - Baysville, Canada
We love craft beer and this is a great brewery. We enjoy Tour and their IPA. Inche summer they often have music on the outdoor patio and we love that.
10. Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Temporarily Closed
Reviewed By 22kathryn44 - Kingston, Canada
This was a fascinating visit. I had known of Dr. Norman Bethune through my father, a Canadian surgeon. The museum has been thoughtfully assembled and thoroughly researched.
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