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Guelph places to see Guelph Civic Museum
Guelph places to see Guelph Civic Museum
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GUELPH CIVIC MUSEUM

(4.9 Score)
52 Norfolk Street,
Guelph, ON N1H 4H8 Directions

Since 1967

Specialty:

✓ Artifacts ✓ Workshops and Classes ✓ Special Events and Activities ✓ Meetings ✓ Collections ✓ Public and Educational Programs ✓ Birthday Parties ✓ Weddings ✓ Tea in the Garden ✓ School and Group Tours ✓ Displays ✓ Current/Upcoming and Past Exhibitions ✓ Research ✓ Galleries ✓ Programming Room ✓ Meeting Room

“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.

2025 Update: Entrance to their free parking lot is located off Cork Street.”

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Price:

Adult $6.25
Family (2 adults & 4 children maximum): $18

Contact:

(519) 836-1221

Tue-Sun: 10am - 5pm
Mon: Closed

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Guelph places to see University of Guelph Arboretum
Guelph places to see University of Guelph Arboretum
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UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH ARBORETUM

(4.8 Score)
200 Arboretum Road,
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 Directions

Since 1971

Specialty:

✓ Fungi and Slime Moulds ✓ Lichens and Lichen-allied Fungi ✓ Birds ✓ Amphibians ✓ Reptiles ✓ Fish ✓ Mammals ✓ Spiders ✓ Moths ✓ Butterflies ✓ Rove Beetles ✓ Dragonflies and Damselflies ✓ Non-planted Shrubs ✓ Trees ✓ and Vines ✓ Wildflowers and Other Plants ✓ Education and Events ✓ Plant Collections

“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.

2025 Update: University of Guelph Arboretum has more than 40 collections of native and introduced species.”

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Contact:

(519) 824-4120

Mon-Sun: 7am - 8:30pm

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Guelph places to see River Run Centre
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RIVER RUN CENTRE

(4.8 Score)
35 Woolwich Street,
Guelph, ON N1H 3V1 Directions

Since 1997

Specialty:

✓ Main Stage Concert Hall ✓ Adaptable Orchestra Pit Configurations ✓ Adjustable Acoustic Shell ✓ Sprung Floor ✓ Fly Tower ✓ Studio Theatre Flat-floor Seating ✓ Telescopic Tiered Seating ✓ Canada Company Hall ✓ Weddings and Receptions ✓ Parking ✓ Food and Beverage

“2025 Update: 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.”

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Contact:

(519) 763-3000

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GUELPH CIVIC MUSEUM REVIEWS

This is a wonderful place to visit. It’s a beautiful old stone building with a glass extension as the entrance and an open stairway. Since it’s located on a hill, the view from the top floor of the glass part has an amazing view of the City of Guelph. I love bringing my kids here to play in the family gallery. It’s so nice to have a fun place for them to play and learn about new things that it so inexpensive. They absolutely LOVE coming here. I highly recommend visiting here if you have kids, or if you would just like to learn about the history of Guelph. It’s a lovely place and a gem right in the centre of Guelph.

This heritage place is Guelph's biggest treasure for arts, diversity, culture and traditions. Incredible art collection's. Highly recommend visiting Guelph Civic Museum when you visit The City of Guelph. Everyone at the museum friendly and welcoming. Museum staff really care about your experience. Please do check Museum's official website or Instagram page for upcoming events!! Fourth Friday is on of my favorite event!

It’s my first time to visit Guelph. This museum introduces a very interesting history of Guelph town. It’s nice to bring kids there to get such useful knowledge. Also, there are some facilities for children to discover some fun there. Give it a chance to visit.

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UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH ARBORETUM REVIEWS

If you live in or visit Guelph, you must walk through one of the city’s best kept secrets. Nestled beside the University, the Arboretum or living lab as it is called, provides 400 acres of fresh air and well marked wetlands, woodlands, meadows and trails that go on and on. We did a one hour walk in February and only saw a fraction of the gardens and trees on display. The spring and summer vistas with walking loops will allow you to see spectacular specimens of trees from around Canada. There is a nature center and conference center for educational events throughout the year. Easy access and free parking. You must go!

It's a beautiful place very huge. Lots of different areas to see. They have a fountain area, a Japanese garden, an English garden, and even a party area. You can go for along walk or just sit in a beautiful spot and enjoy the view. You could even see the sunset from the right spot.

Most of the cherry blossoms came off already. This place is clean and tidy. I always like coming here to visit the fountain and the Japanese garden!

RIVER RUN CENTRE REVIEWS

Amazing venue. Worthy of large venues upwards of 800 people. Highly recommended for large performances. Would love to dj to a large theatre very soon. Let’s goooooooo. Music heads. Make it happen.

Great acoustics, comfortable seats with a decent amount of room. Staff was kind and helpful. Hope to go there again soon.

Great acoustics, comfortable seats with a decent amount of room. Staff was kind and helpful. Hope to go there again soon.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

GUELPH CIVIC MUSEUM Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 8
Complete Info: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Review Analysis: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Videos: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH ARBORETUM Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 8
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Videos: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

RIVER RUN CENTRE Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Acknowledgments: 8
Reviews Accuracy: 8
Complete Info: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Videos: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

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