The Town of Parry Sound is the world-renowned jewel of the 30,000 Islands on Georgian Bay.

Located approximately two hours north of Toronto and two hours south of Sudbury, Parry Sound hugs the shores of the world's largest freshwater archipelago, known as the 30,000 Islands. In 2004, UNESCO designated the region as a World Biosphere Reserve, the Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere Region.

Parry Sound is rich in arts, culture and heritage. The Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts and Bobby Orr Hall of Fame are home to the international summer music festival, the Festival of the Sound. The Hall of Fame pays tribute to home-town hockey hero, Bobby Orr.

The six kilometer Rotary and the Algonquin Regiment Fitness Trail is a waterfront trail linking to the North Shore Rugged Trail. Stop along the way for a quick swim in sparkling, clean waters or enjoy a picnic at Waubuno Beach or catch a breath-taking sunset over the Bay.

Visit the Parry Sound Tourism and The Great Canadian Wilderness websites for a listing of attractions, events, accommodations, dining, and promotions.

If you are looking for an outstanding vacation destination, you will find it all in Parry Sound!

Connect with nature and experience the exceptional beauty of eastern Georgian Bay. Learn about our unique environment and cultural history, which tells a story about the ecology and cultures of our region, helping us to live more sustainably in this landscape.

Places of Interest

The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame

The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame is an interactive sports heritage museum paying tribute to home-town hockey legend, Bobby Orr, and other exceptional athletes with connections to the West Parry Sound area.

The many exhibits include Orr's NHL rings, several of his trophies and awards, a pictorial history of his career, and interactive games and activities that let you test your own hockey skills.

The Doug and Arva Orr Gift Shop offers a variety of Hall of Fame gifts that are available at the Hall of Fame or online at the e-store.

Visit the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame and learn more about Bobby's great story!

Visit The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Website

The Charles W. Stockey Centre

The Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts and Bobby Orr Hall of Fame - where nature, culture, sport and entertainment meet - is the Parry Sound area's premier entertainment centre! Constructed of the area's natural stone and native woods, the Stockey Centre is absolutely breathtaking.

Overlooking Georgian Bay, the Stockey Centre houses a 400 seat acoustically perfect performance hall and break-out rooms. The Stockey Centre is your year-round entertainment centre for concerts and special events.

The performance hall is the perfect venue for your wedding, conference, or special occasion as it transforms to a 180 seat banquet facility. The Bayside deck is a popular spot for wedding ceremonies and catching sunsets over the Bay.

Looking for something to do? Visit the Stockey Centre's web site for a complete listing of upcoming events. You won't be disappointed!

Visit The Stockey Centre's Website

Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere Region

Explore the Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere Reserve, designated by UNESCO in 2004. Learn all about the native species in the 347, 000 hectares that stretch 200 kilometers along the eastern coast from Port Severn to the French River. This is the world's largest freshwater archipelago, also known as the 30, 000 Islands.

The geography and geology of this area create more than 1, 000 distinct habitat types in which a variety of rare species live. These species include plants, mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians.

Established in 1998, the Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere Reserve Inc. is a non-profit community organization who strives to promote environmental, economic, social and cultural sustainability.

Visit the Georgian Bay Biosphere Website

The Museum on Tower Hill

Step into the past and explore the Museum on Tower Hill.

The Museum on Tower Hill will connect you and your family to our district’s past. The permanent gallery shares the history of logging, shipping, the early days of northern life and features a model train of the Ottawa, Arnprior and Parry Sound Railway! Visitors can have some fun participating in the Northern Nature Exchange, which encourages people of all ages to appreciate nature and learn about the environment through observation. The Museum also has two temporary galleries that allow you to discover more of the area’s history through rotating exhibitions. Head to their website for more information on upcoming exhibits, events, facility rentals or volunteering.

The Museum is located on the same property as the Tower Hill Lookout and Heritage Gardens.

Visit the Museum on Tower Hill Website

Tower Hill Lookout

Parry Sound's 30m high observation tower provides stunning 360 degree views of the harbour Georgian Bay. After taking 130 steps up, you will be able to gaze down upon boats, float planes and barges, and the famous Canadian Pacific Railway trestle bridge below you.

Below the lookout tower is the Tower Hill Heritage Garden where you can wander through beautiful gardens that are planted and maintained by volunteers.

Also at the base of the lookout tower is the Museum on Tower Hill where you can learn about the history of our area.