Self-guided tours
The Heritage Walking Tours of Thunder Bay are self-guided tours are designed to highlight Thunder Bay's rich heritage and architecture, while enjoying a scenic walk through the city.
A total of 117 sites are featured on five different tours located in different parts of the city. Each tour can be completed in approximately one hour. Tour brochures can be viewed and printed below. Upon re-opening, printed copies will also be available at City Hall (500 Donald Street), City Archives (235 Vickers Street N.), and the visitor centres located at the Pagoda and the Terry Fox Monument.
Please note: Many sites on the tours are residences; we ask that you please respect private property and view all homes from the sidewalk.
|
Thunder Bay Waterfront and North Core |
|
The Thunder Bay North Core Waterfront tour (updated November 2020) is concentrated around Thunder Bay's Waterfront and the commercial area that was formerly downtown Port Arthur.
|
|
Waverley Park |
|
The Waverley Park tour (updated July 2020) is concentrated around Thunder Bay's Waverley Park Heritage Conservation District.
|
|
McVicar Creek / Harrington Court |
|
The McVicar Creek / Harrington Court tour (updated March 2021) views the beautiful properties in and surrounding McVicar Creek and Harrington Court neighbourhood.
|
|
Thunder Bay South Core |
|
The Thunder Bay South Core tour (updated July 2020) explores the buildings near City Hall and througout the former downtown Fort William area.
|
|
Vickers Park |
|
The Vickers Park tour (updated February 2021) features the neighbourhood homes, schools and church surrounding Vickers Park down to the C.P.R.'s Union Station on Syndicate Avenue.
|
Guided tours
Guided walking tours are also led by the Heritage Advisory Committee during events such as Jane's Walk and Culture Days. Guided heritage walking tours can also be arranged for special interest groups or events by emailing the City of Thunder Bay's Heritage Researcher, or calling 807-625-3197.
Contact Us
Connect
