Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 10:00am–4:00pm
Location
Barrie Visitor Information Centre
Cost
Free
Address
4 Essa Road
Organization
Tourism Barrie
Contact
Tourism Barrie
Phone
705-739-9444
Email
info@tourismbarrie.com
Barrie Visitor Information Centre | Doors Open Barrie
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September 26, 2026 - 10:00am - September 26, 2026 - 4:00pm
Guided Walking Tours: 11:30am & 2:30pm
During Doors Open Barrie, guests are welcome to visit the Visitor Information Centre anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Historic guided walking tours will be offered at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., starting from 4 Essa Road and continuing along Tiffin Street to Lakeshore Drive.
Registration is required. Each tour is limited to 15-20 participants. **Please plan to arrive at least 5-10 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
HERITAGE WALKING TOUR: BARRIE’S HIDDEN PAST
Discover Barrie’s rich and surprising history on this guided walking tour along the waterfront. We’ll visit landmarks like the charming old farmhouse, the Tourism Barrie building, the historic Southshore Centre, and the Allandale GO Station. Hear tales from the days when ice was harvested from Lake Simcoe, uncover the mystery of a sunken ship, and meet Kempenfelt Kelly - our very own lake monster. It’s a short walk, but packed with fascinating stories that bring Barrie’s shoreline vividly to life!