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Sure, you could get your travel fix flicking through strangers' holiday pics. But you'll have a whole lot more fun making exciting memories of your own in Barrie - Orillia!
The provincial capital, Toronto, lies 110 kilometres south of this destination, while Orillia is located 1 kilometre northeast.
If you're holidaying with the whole family, outings to the Beeton Fairgrounds and Skull Island Adventure Golf will no doubt put smiles on everyone's faces! If that isn't enough to wear the young ones out, why not make the trip to Allandale Recreation Centre and Castle Village and the Enchanted Kingdom Park as well?
If you believe beer and man were made for each other, you should pay a visit to the Creemore Springs Brewery. The brewers' commitment to this heavenly drop can be sampled in every pint.
To kick start the party, stop by the Casino Rama or the OLG Slots at Georgian Downs. Challenge the house or just stroll around and soak in the glimmering lights and buzzing atmosphere.
Remember those joyful childhood days of lying on the grass watching clouds pass over? Get that feeling back at Collingwood Scenic Caves and Barrie Arboretum at Sunnidale Park. You can also kick back with a magazine and watch life go by at Pretty River Valley Provincial Park and Mara Provincial Park.
If you like collecting shiny seashells and the feel of salt air on your skin, organise a day out at Blue Mountain Beach and Sunset Point Park. Lots of visitors also enjoy taking a leisurely walk along Wasaga Beach Provincial Park, another well-known stretch of coastline.
If you're hoping to recharge your batteries, you'll find plenty of nature reserves to explore. Ease your way into it with a breath of clean air among the plants and animals at Georgian Bay Islands National Park or Earl Rowe Provincial Park. Two more areas to take a look at are Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre and Discovery Harbour.
If the weather isn't looking great, head to the CFB Borden Military Museum. Peruse the interesting displays or just unwind in the peaceful surroundings. Collingwood Museum and Murals are also recommended. Ask about guided tours to get the most out of your visits.
You don't need to be an expert in the arts to get pleasure from the exceptional pieces at The Point Gallery. Just look closely and let your mind free.
Learn about the influence that Barrie - Orillia's past people and events had on the nation, and sometimes the world, at the Leacock Museum and the Simcoe County Museum. For an even greater insight into days gone by, also stop by the Huronia Museum and the OPP Museum.
If you can't get enough of history, the Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and Nancy Island Historic Site are well worth a visit.
If you're eager to get some insight into the local faith, take a pilgrimage to Martyrs' Shrine.
Memorials come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, and they often speak volumes about the city in which they're found. To learn about the area's past events and people, drop by and inspect the plaque at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church.
Get a taste of campus life at the Georgian College, one of the area's leading learning institutions. Why not ask about group tours to get the full experience?
If ever there was a shopper's heaven, Barrie - Orillia would be it. With a decent range of shopping centres to pick from, a good plan is to begin with Tanger Outlets and Georgian Mall. If you couldn't find anything interesting there, perhaps you'll have a bit more luck at Bayfield Mall or 400 Market?
Wrap up a terrific day of sightseeing by catching some entertainment at the Orillia Opera House or Georgian College Gryphon Theatre. Peruse the schedule of events at Theatre Collingwood and the Mady Centre for the Performing Arts as well.
You'll probably feel like you've crossed everything off your list after exploring Barrie - Orillia's main tourist sights, but don't fly home just yet. There are still a few things which are worth a look. Why not visit Horseshoe Valley and the MacLaren Art Centre? There's also plenty to keep you interested at the Wasaga 500 Go Karts and the Midland Cultural Centre.
Wondering what our top picks are? The Best Western Plus Orillia Hotel and Best Western Plus Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre are neck and neck when it comes to great service and a rejuvenating night's sleep.
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