AN EXPLORER’S GUIDE TO SUDBURY ONTARIO FIND YOUR ADVENTURE AT SUDBURYTOURISM.CA #DISCOVERON A.Y. JACKSON LOOKOUT WINDY LAKE 144 Directions from city centre: 34 min (22 miles/36km) via Regional Rd. 35 and ON-144 N Head west on Medina Ln toward Durham St. MALEY Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Durham St. Turn left onto Elm St. NOTRE DAME Continue onto ON-144 N, Destination is on the right. LASALLE BARRYDOWNE NEW SUDBURY FALCONBRIDGE FROOD CENTRE NORTHERN LIGHTS FESTIVAL BORÉAL 17 ART GALLERY KINGSWAY OF SUDBURY HOWEY DR RAMSEY LAKE JIM GORDON WALKWAY BIG NICKEL DYNAMIC EARTH SCIENCE NORTH 144 LAKE LAURENTIAN HWY 55 CONSERVATION AREA PARIS REGENT 17 17 LONGLAKE 69 Attractions Shopping Sudbury is the most populated city in Northern Ontario, and the largest in all of the province by land area. The city offers travellers a host of Outdoor Experiences Accommodations unique experiences that include outdoor adventures, as well as more city-inspired fare. Festivals & Events With easy access to the Great Outdoors, world-class attractions, first-class dining and accommodations, Sudbury makes for a great destination no Food & Culture matter what your passions are. HISTORY Sudbury was founded following the discovery of vast deposits of nickel ore during the time the transcontinental railway was near completion. Soon after, the city became known as a world leader in nickel mining. In fact, mining and related industries dominated its economy for much of the 20th century. Sudbury has gone on to expand from a resource-based economy to emerge as the major retail, economic, health and educational centre for Northeastern Ontario. Greater Sudbury was formed in 2001 when the Regional Municipality of Sudbury and several other townships were merged. SUDBURY EXPLORER’S GUIDE 3 ATTRACTIONS SCIENCE NORTH Located just south of the city’s downtown core on the shores of Ramsey Lake, Science North offers a host of interactive exhibits and shows including an IMAX 3D theatre, Planetarium, Vale Cavern, and a glass-enclosed Butterfly Gallery. If you really want to get your hands on science, drop by the Nature Exchange where you research “wild” items and earn points that can be used towards buying natural artifacts. You can also cut, grind and polish rocks at the Lapidary Lab. Find out how much fun science really is at ScienceNorth.ca DYNAMIC EARTH This interactive earth sciences museum is inspired by Sudbury’s mining heritage. Explore the many geology and mining exhibits, and don’t forget to stop by and take a selfie with the Big Nickel, the city’s most renowned landmark. Rock out at ScienceNorth.ca/Dynamic-Earth JIM GORDON BOARDWALK If you really want to explore Sudbury, it’s time to take a hike along the Jim Gordon Boardwalk. Beginning at Science North, you’ll wind your way through Bell Park, beaches, playgrounds and picnic areas until you finish your journey by the railway line. SUDBURY EXPLORER’S GUIDE 4 LAKE LAURENTIAN OUTDOOR CONSERVATION AREA EXPERIENCES Located just 10 minutes from downtown Sudbury, Lake Laurentian is a 2,400-acre conservation area. Spend the day exploring a man-made lake and pond, the many lookouts, nature trails, numerous wetlands and hiking trails. When the snow starts falling, you can strap on your snowshoes or cross-country skis to explore this green wonderland. A.Y. JACKSON LOOKOUT Named after one of the famed Group of Seven artists, A.Y. Jackson Lookout is a great way to explore Sudbury. You must check out the view of High Falls as it cascades nearly 200-feet to the Sudbury Basin. You can also enjoy hiking three trails, a self-guided Geological Walking Tour, and a meal at one of the picnic areas. BEACHES Break out your swimming wear and hit the beach! Sudbury has some sandy, secluded beaches for you to kick back and relax, including Bell Park Beach on the shores of Lake Ramsey, or Moonlight Beach, one of Sudbury’s most popular destinations that offers facilities for family picnics and swimming. SUDBURY EXPLORER’S GUIDE 5 FESTIVALS & NORTHERN LIGHTS EVENTS FESTIVAL BORÉAL This annual folk festival, held at Bell Park, is Canada’s longest-running with its inaugural performances taking place all the way back in 1972. Past artists have included Don McLean, Serena Ryder and Daniel Lanois. Get your toes tapping at nlfb.ca JAZZ SUDBURY If you’re a fan of eclectic tunes, the Jazz Sudbury Festival is something you’re not going to want to miss. This five-day festival features club performances at local downtown venues, along with main stage headliner performances held at the Grace Hartman Amphitheatre. The jazz keeps on playing throughout the wee hours at various downtown clubs and venues. Jazz things up at JazzSudbury.ca CINÉFEST SUDBURY Cinephiles will flock to this five-day event that screens over 130 films. Works include full-length features, shorts, documentaries and animation. Grab your popcorn and check out what’s playing at Cinefest.com SUDBURY EXPLORER’S GUIDE 6 INTERNATIONAL EATS FOOD & CULTUTRE Thai. Italian. Chinese. Bistros. Bars. Taverns. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a fine meal in Sudbury, the most difficult thing is choosing where you want to dig in. ART GALLERY OF SUDBURY Housed in a turn-of-the-century mansion, the Art Gallery of Sudbury celebrates local and contemporary works of art. Attend one of the many exhibitions, lectures, art classes, or special events. If a work catches your eye, you can also buy art from the boutique. LOCAL BREWS If you want something tasty to wash down that delicious lunch or dinner, it’s time to drop by the Stack Brewing Company on Kelly Lake Road. Founded by local Nickel City citizens, Stack crafts unique brews that appeal to beer drinkers of all walks of life! stackbrewing.ca SUDBURY EXPLORER’S GUIDE 7 SHOPPING THE MARKET The Market is where you can browse through the many vendors that offer fresh takes on unique and healthful foods. Get out and enjoy the fresh air, free enter- tainment and, of course, some great shopping! For location, hours and contact information visit greatersudbury.ca/living/the-market DOWNTOWN BOUTIQUES Downtown Sudbury features a wealth of unique, quaint shops and boutiques. Take the day and explore these specialty shops that offer everything from men’s and women’s fashion, to gifts, décor and more. Go to town at DowntownSudbury.com NEW SUDBURY CENTRE The New Sudbury Centre is the largest shopping mall in all of Northern Ontario, with 110 stores and over 560,000 square feet of retail space. Shop ‘til you drop at NewSudburyCentre.ca SUDBURY EXPLORER’S GUIDE 8 ACCOMMODATIONS Sudbury is home to a wide selection of accommodations, from hotels with all the services and amenities you could wish for, to quaint bed & breakfasts offering authentic, home-away-from-home experiences. SUDBURY EXPLORER’S GUIDE 9.