3 Best Places To See in Guelph, ON

"Guelph Civic Museum is dedicated to telling Guelph’s history through both permanent and changing exhibits. Guelph Civic Museum houses a collection of over 30,000 artifacts, including photographs and archival pieces such as furniture, textiles, toys, and folk art, many of which are donated by the citizens of Guelph. The museum offers opportunities to explore new exhibitions and learn about the history of Guelph. Visitors can enjoy museum events such as workshops and family fun activities. Members enjoy unlimited general access, and Guelph Museums publish periodic e-newsletters featuring local museum news, special events, exhibitions, promotions, stories, and more. Children under 4 receive free admission. Their free parking lot entrance is off Cork Street.

"University of Guelph Arboretum aims to establish unique gardens, botanical collections, and conservation programs, fostering connections with nature and enhancing the university's teaching, research, and outreach efforts. University of Guelph Arboretum covers 165 hectares with 12.5 km of signed trails. The Arboretum hosts a diverse array of wildlife, including 44 mammal species, 211 bird species, 53 species of butterflies, and 10 reptiles. The Arboretum provides 1,700 species of trees and shrubs, representing virtually every native species in southern Ontario. The University of Guelph Arboretum welcomes visitors and offers workshops on owls, mushrooms, shrubs, sketching nature, wildflower photography, and garden design. University of Guelph Arboretum has more than 40 collections of native and introduced species.

"River Run Centre is a performing arts centre, and the construction of the facility began in 1995 and cost $15 million. It officially opened on October 4, 1997. The facility has three halls: the Main Hall, which can seat 785 people; the Co-operators Hall, which seats 225, and the Canada Company Hall. River Run Centre is a spectacular venue of choice for touring artists, community groups and businesses. Main Stage is the facility’s signature performance space, featuring great sightlines, outstanding acoustics and an intimate atmosphere with warm wood tones and brass accents. Studio Theatre is an intimate and flexible venue, ideal for recitals, recordings, rehearsals, dramatic productions, dance, cabaret concerts, workshops and business meetings.