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A Local’s Guide to a Great Saturday in Barrie
A flexible downtown-to-waterfront itinerary with a market breakfast, art, an easy lakeside walk, independent food and a relaxed evening stop.
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Detailed itineraries and honest recommendations for eating, exploring and making a day of Simcoe County.
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Family-Friendly Things to Do Around Barrie and Simcoe County
A practical family guide organized by weather, attention span and drive time—from free indoor stops to farms, wildlife, treetop courses and regional history.
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Where to Eat and Drink in Downtown Barrie: A One-Day Food Itinerary
A walkable day of independent breakfast, coffee, lunch, dinner and craft beer—with enough flexibility to make it a quick crawl or a full downtown outing.
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Featured✓ VerifiedMacLaren Art Centre
Barrie · Pay what you can
Barrie’s regional public art gallery presents changing exhibitions alongside a permanent collection focused on…
View details →Featured✓ VerifiedFlying Monkeys Craft Brewery & Tap Room
Barrie · $$
An independent downtown brewery and tap room known for inventive craft beer, a colourful…
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Featured✓ VerifiedChappell Farms
Barrie · Admission varies by event
A family farm destination just north of Barrie with seasonal festivals, farm animals and…
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Barrie · Free admission
A year-round Saturday market at Barrie City Hall featuring local farmers, food producers, artisans…
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