Fun things to do in Sault Ste. Marie: 20 fun attractions and activities

cool experience, wish you could explore more of the ship. as someone with curiosity about so many things would love to see more of the engine room. also would be nice if there was guides to answer questions etc. all in all a cool experience though lot s of great artifacts, such as the edmund fitzgerald life boats.

What’s not to like about a museum in a ship. It’s loaded with displays, and historical artifacts, including life boats from the Edmond Fitzgerald. You can walk top side and see all the crew quarters and the helm. The Valley Camp’s length is 550 feet. Some freighters are 1000 ft today. Check out the very bottom to see the floor that warped from all the tons of cargo it carried. The museum has a lot of information about Great Lakes ships.

This was a fun visit for the whole family and it had ramps to most places for folks who can't do stairs. Loaded with history of shipping and the coast guard around the great lakes while at the same time touring an actual barge!

I was in awe to be able to walk through an entire ship on all three levels. There is a large collection of maritime artifacts! My favorite was a lifeboat from the Edmund Fitzgerald. It gives you an eerie and somber feeling to not only touch the boat, but to see the metal of the lifeboat torn from the rough storm that claimed the ship and crew. The top deck is a bit scary if you are afraid of heights, but it is worth braving. The crew quarters are located up there and it was very interesting to see how and where a crewmen lives while aboard the ship.

We got the adventure pass which is the tour of the ship, the tower, and boat tour. Let me tell you. You need to carve out a day to do this. I am from port huron and we live in iron mountain area. We have never been to the Su so it was both our first time. Growing up on the lake you would see the Ore boats and wonder what it was like to be inside. This gave us the opportunity to see. It took about 2 hours to explore fully and the great thing is if you want to you could go as many times as you wanted that day as it is a day pass into the ship. Not only do you get to see artifacts, paintings, and the ship in person but you get to explore on your own terms and pace. Every room and space is utilized with exhibits and staff was friendly. Everyone was respectful in not touching anything. Some areas have leaks so puddles can be seen. They repaired the very top so it is slippery when walking on but it was worth it. To be that high up and to see the captains quarters. The entire experience was really cool. At times it was a little hard to breathe for me because I have asthma but let me tell you it was worth it. Wonderful experience.

Was a fun time walking through the valley. Lots of cool stuff to read and look at. We also did the history tower. Price for both was pretty cheap and worth it.

Unique museum with some interesting exhibits about Great Lakes Shipping and the Locks. Including two lifeboat recovered from the Edmund Fitzgerald and the life raft from the Dee Bradley

Enjoyed our visit. We actually stopped in as a last minute activity for Memorial Weekend and had fun. Easy access from the bridge. Free parking. Friendly staff. Bar and seating area with TVs. Beverages - fountain drinks as well as bar. Clean restrooms.

No jackpots spent $1109 highest payout was $135. Hardly any bonuses on all games, this casino is on its way out. You never hear excited cheers, laughter like other casinos, the atmosphere is boring. Nothing to bring you in. Across the boarder is better. Even with the exchange rate you still have a better chance of winning then at Gateway Casino. Stay away.

Interesting casino, believe it's main structure is a Coverall structure. It seems to work for them and maybe cost cutting measure. They have a good selection of slot machines and some table games, as such limited game selection but they have blackjack. Staff were friendly and the casino offers self serve pop and coffee. If going there I suggest bringing cash with you as ATM fees are pricey.

Very good food at the restaurant. Nice machines and table games.

Selection of slot machines was meh. But still had a great time! Bartender was really friendly!

Me and my mom had dinner there the other night. It was so delicious. The steak was so nice and tender and the potatoes and gravey were good as well. I didnt care for the choice of vegetable, which was mixed. but everything was hot. The soup was awesome as well. It had lots of vegetables in it and very tasty. Th cherry pie wasn't that great and I love cherry pie usually. I have posted pics. Overall the meal was really good and a very reasonable price of 24.99 each I think.

Not much of a gambler but went with my boyfriend and we tried our luck there . Lots of different slots to try out , food was great in the restaurant & the people were pretty friendly.

The lovely ladies working here let me in even though it was closed! They were working on a new display but I got to see some really nice pieces.

Nice small gallery and gift store. Fine displays of a mix of painting and sculpture styles including native Canadian art. Vibrant colors. Gift store full of cool jewelry, textiles, books, souvenirs, and paintings. Students and Seniors get admission for$5. General admission $7.

Small collection but a very good one in a beautiful gallery on the water.. The First Nation artists' works were so alive and very moving, outstanding.

What a great show hung in the gallery this time around!! Always love visiting this place if not for the public showings then just to browse the gift shop. Always worth a visit.

Pretty small gallery, 7$ entry seemed pretty steep compared to other galleries I've been to. Not mad, just surprised for what you get. Gift shop is really good considering location and size. Very well priced and extensive options for gifts. People were nice, and they even have a small place to get coffee, etc.

Phenomenal selection of artwork! Great abstract pieces. Very friendly staff and very affordable admission. 10/10.

Always enjoy a visit here every month or two. Calm space and friendly staff.

This was a great experience. The park does not allow any weapons! Leave your pocket knives in the car. Public restroom. The locks are very interesting. My family and 2 other families traveling had a great time. The ice-cream right across the street is amazing and very affordable. Walking strawberries are great but expensive.

This may be one of the coolest things Ice seen. Its just amazing watching the big ships move through the lock. There's a a nice viewing platform. A lovely park. And the visitor center is very interesting. Definitely want to come back, 2 hours just isn't enough to enjoy the area and I want to take the boat tour.

Fascinating experience. You float through a lock upstream, rising 22', tour the St Mary's River a bit, and then head back through a Canadian lock. No passport required. We rode on the Original Soo Locks Boat Tours. Well worth the price!

The Soo Locks are a set of parallel locks, operated and maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and they enable ships to travel between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes. The locks are located on the St. Marys River between Lake Superior and Lake Huron, between the Upper Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan and the Canadian province of Ontario. They bypass the rapids of the river, where the water falls 21 ft (6.4 m). The locks pass an average of 10,000 ships per year. The Soo Locks has a nice visitor center, which provides historical information, as well as current workload and performance statistics. It's well worth spending 25 minutes visiting all the exhibits. A three-level observation deck allows visitors a close-up of the locks in operation.

Was a amazing experience, we got there on a busy day and loved seeing so many ships come thru and 3 - 1000 footers in one day. Waiting to see when the 3rd lock gets done. Definitely will be going back once it's done.

Definitely worth the trip. Watched three boats go through on a rainy afternoon. The viewing platform (under roof) is awesome and the historical visitor’s center has great info and visuals to view. Staff was friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and engaging.

Took the very informative boat tour. I highly recommend the boat trip since you not only see the 1000 ft ships go thru, we went thru the locks too... so I got the full picture of how the locks work.

Great collection of aircraft! I loved that you can actually board most of them and take a look inside. It makes for an immersive experience to be able to wander around the inside of the hull and take a stroll through history. I do recommend that the employees are coached a little better as there was 0 enthusiasm from the employees. We wandered into the insect exhibit and the young women inside wouldn't even make eye contact with us. I tried to smile at them but they looked away. A warmer reception from the employees would have made the experience truly memorable.

Came here to show my partner around the sault and its offerings. It wasn’t overly busy, it was us and a bunch of kids having a birthday party (with their parents socializing). It was nice to have the place (mostly) to ourselves but the kids were loud and running around mostly unsupervised (not the bush planes fault). There are some great interactive displays that you could scan with your phone and sift through hard board book like information. There’s quite a few planes to look at and even some that will let you get inside and take a closer look! We enjoyed the water bomber video experience personally. They have a little gift shop at the end with a few nicknacks. We also enjoyed the Entomica exhibit with the cool insects and bug displays, which can be found inside the museum. Overall a decent experience. I’d been once before. A cool place to check out if you’re into museums and haven’t ever been!

Great museum! We enjoyed our experience here. My husband was my tour guide, but there is a tour guide that you can download that is filled with info also. The store was great, too. Highly recommend when visiting Sault Ste Marie.

A lively museum. The insectarium is cool, and the museum itself is jam packed with aircraft you can touch. They’re all super clean and just beautiful to look at. Definitely recommended.

I attended a wedding here a couple of weeks ago, and the venue was amazing. 10/10 would recommend. The planes were so cool and I really enjoyed the insectarium. P.s: thank you to the childcare staff for watching over the kids so the parents could relax a bit. You guys were awesome.

We got the tour and it was excellent. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. There are also very interesting movies. And there are so many engines to look at!

Museum itself is fine, plenty of information and such to be had next to all the exhibits. My one gripe is the political "elbows up" and "canada not for sale" merchandise available in the gift shop. A Museum is a place of learning, not a place of opinion politics. Do better. Whoever made this decision should be ashamed.

Cool little park we went on a Saturday and it was a ghost town. We only found like 4 shops open. I don't recommend touristing on the weekend to Canada.

This is a public market/arena and there is plenty of parking. Excellent for watching the St.Mary River and the US border. There is restroom here which is very clean. We went on a Saturday and there were a few farmers selling their produce. Very nice quite place to walk around and enjoy the scenic views.

I love all the activities they have here. It is accessible as well, which is a nice bonus. They have two bathrooms, one at the front one at the back. They serve food when an event is going on. The clean-up is quick and efficient after an event. I love the stage and live music the most. It is a hub of activity and a staple in our community. It even had its own facebook page with upcoming events. It has screens they can pull down to keep the sun out, and it is accessed by many different openings. The parking can be a bit hectic as there is not much of it but the station mall is right next to it and you can park there and walk over. Overall a very fun palce to be.

The Roberta Bondar Park and Tent Pavilion in Sault Ste. Marie is a great waterfront gathering spot with a mix of open green space and event activity. It’s right by the St. Marys River, offering beautiful views and easy access to the boardwalk. The pavilion hosts concerts, markets, and festivals during the summer, giving it a fun community vibe. When there’s no event, it’s still a nice place for a walk or a quiet break near the water. Parking is nearby, and the area feels clean and well-kept.

this park is a lively waterfront spot that often hosts community events, concerts, and festivals in Sault Ste. Marie. When it’s quiet, it’s still a nice place for a walk or to sit by the river and watch boats pass through. There’s good parking nearby, clean public washrooms, and easy access to the Hub Trail. The pavilion area is spacious and well-kept, making it great for gatherings.

We didn't actually seek out this park but it was along the boardwalk in Sault Saint Marie, Ontario. The whole walk along the rivers/locks/lakes was very pleasant. We were in our 26' motor home and found plenty of easy parking on the back side of the mall, right next to the scenic boardwalk. After a long stroll, we drove across the international bridge into Michigan where we took a boat cruise through the SSM locks. Very interesting!

This park has a nice big tent type.Canopy over an entertainment area, was very clean and well maintained no garbage , no graffiti. The boardwalk nearby is a wonderful pleasant walk.

We really enjoyed our tour through the locks during Engineers Day. There is seating inside on the lower level or outside on the upper level. It was raining during most of our tour but we still enjoyed the trip. The tour lasted just over an hour and a half which sounds long but really isn't. There are bathrooms downstairs and a snack bar with drinks available. We went through the MacArthur Lock on the way upstream and came back through the Canadian Lock. The hosts are very knowledgeable and provided a lot of information during the tour. The only downside is that with the rain the seats get wet and the stairs can be slippery. That's no fault of the tour company though!

The Famous Soo Locks Boat Tour is an unforgettable experience! Cruising through the locks and watching the water levels rise and fall up close is simply fascinating. The live commentary on board was informative and engaging — we learned so much about the history, engineering, and significance of the locks while enjoying the beautiful views along the way. The reception area is quite spacious, with a convenient ticket window and a fairly big gift shop where you can pick up some nice souvenirs. The boat was comfortable, the staff was friendly, and everything was smooth and well-organized. Perfect for families, history lovers, or anyone looking for a unique experience in Sault Ste. Marie. Highly recommended!

I am a Canadian who came over to take the fireworks cruise on July 1st. I was looking for something different to do instead of the traditional sitting in a crowd on a lawn chair. I really enjoyed myself. I plan on returning for another cruise. I would like to suggest you have the gift shop open on firework cruise nights I was wanting a souvenir but the store was closed for the day.

The locks tour was great. Very informative and interesting. You could walk around on the boat and look at the views all around. They had nice snacks and drinks available for purchase. Very relaxing and enjoyable.

We did the Haunted riverboat cruise for the second time and we loved it!! So full of history and information! This second time was a Halloween costume party, so it added some extra fun to the whole experience. My boyfriend has lived in the Soo for most of his life and even he learned things about the area he never knew - and the fact they were spooky things makes it even better.

We took the last tour of the day, th weather was a bit cool and overcast which for us just added to the feeling of the Great Lakes. The guide was friendly and very informative. The whole experience was wonderful, definitely was worth it!

Loved it. Cute was fantastic and learned allot about the locks, Canadian steel mill and saw how works. Best of all you go thru American and Canadian locks.

Attended the museum for a special music night, it had a lot of interesting exhibits and lovely performers. My favourite part was the gift shop, it had free art kits and neat vintage buttons. I wish there was more signage to help direct the flow of people. Overall I enjoyed my visit at the museum!

Well preserved local museum with large historic displays. Excellent informative collection on first nation people and history Very friendly staff.

It was a bit off putting trying to buy tickets with two employees laughing and cackling so loud in another office that we could not hear a word the person taking our money was saying. No idea what they were watching that was making them laugh so loudly. Too bad they weren't spending their time correcting all the spelling errors throughout the museum. Shocked to find errors in critical dates. The museum has a large amount of interesting items and photos. Too bad the management does not proof read before displaying. Still, it is worth a visit. Hopefully this review will help improve details.

Nice place to visit to learn about this area lots of information, very clean, lots of restrooms and they have an elevator, people were nice there too

I'm taking a class at the museum. Handwoven tapestry. The teacher is amazing. The classroom is inspiring.

The Sault Ste. Marie Museum offers a charming glimpse into the city's history with engaging exhibits and informative displays. It's a great place to explore the local heritage and learn something new about the area. All the staff are nice and friendly.

IfYou are in city so you must visit museum because of know history of city and more...

Tasty healthy food options. I got the Autumn harvest bowl and only had half of it because it was filling. I also had the white and gold latte which is white chocolate and Turmeric, it was delightfully different and not too sweet. 2 entrances, one handicap ♿️ accessible.

At first, we thought it was just an outfitters shop. We were actually looking for a meal and a beverage. We were Wowed the atmosphere and vibe. The food was excellent, and the beer selection was great. We went the next morning for breakfast and coffee, both of which awesome as well. We were just passing through so unlikely to visit again but it was such a cool place that we had to post a review. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a nice casual easy place that makes you feel comfortable and at home. They also run tours and seem to be well tied into the community.

Such an AMAZING coffee shop! The BEST barista was so accommodating and friendly. We had a huge order with nine specialty drinks and each one was perfect. The espresso was bold and clean. A definite must stop for anyone who is looking for good quality coffee and a chill atmosphere. Also, very good gluten free options for baked goods. The banana chocolate chip muffins were GF and so tasty! Thank you for a great breakfast!

Limited menu but food was absolutely delicious. They offer a wide variety of smoothies,coffee and tea options. They lean toward healthier eating.

The BEST!! It was such a pleasure to work with Ken, Jack, John and their staff. We kayaked the soo locks with them and had a group of five of us. They worked very well with us in coordinating and making sure everyone had a reservation. We had to scramble and change dates at the last minute due to weather and lost some people in our group due to scheduling. We made it work even though we were driving for 4 to 5 hours each way to kayak. They were so wonderful to work with. And they have wonderful drinks and a great outdoor and indoor atmosphere.

I posted my first 5 star review here 6 years ago...I still stand by that. This place is not your typical anything. Which makes it perfect to me. They use the best coffee, roasted by Les Cheneau Coffee Roasters, which is "just" south of here on the south side of the UP. It is by far the best coffee I've ever had - every single blend, including their cold brew and their espresso. Beside that, the food is awesome! Hands down, always get one of the specials (if they aren't sold out yet!). I don't know who does the menu but they probably should get paid more. Simple, healthy, delicious, I would eat here for every meal if it were possible 😂. The staff is also great, friendly, and accommodating. The atmosphere is nice as well, you have to go here to really understand. They frequently change up how the furniture is arranged, which is fun. And unlike a lot of coffee or breakfast places, there is plenty of room.

Expensive smoothies. Updated review to 2 stars: After a positive experience with Avocado toast (see at bottom) we decided to go back a few days later. We read the extensive smoothie menu hanging on the wall above the counter and decided to each get a peach smoothie (“Sup Peaches”). We were then told they didn’t offer that one any longer and that the smoothies they didn’t have were covered up in blue tape. While it’s true a few were covered in blue tape, the peach smoothie was not. They doubled down and we had to point out to them that the menu still showed peach smoothies as available. We then had to re-decide on new smoothies and we decided to do a build your own as they listed peach there and we thought we would build our own peach smoothie. The person we ordered with wasn’t sure if they had peach or not so had to double check and they were out of both peaches, and the peach smoothie option. The individual peach in the “build your own” section was also not covered with tape. Normally no big deal but it was how they doubled down on it and we had to point out to them that their own menu was wrong based on what they were saying. Their smoothies are also expensive. Just a block or 2 up Portage there is a lovely cafe where we found peach smoothies for at least $2 less. First rated 5 stars as this was one of the only places in the Soo we found whole grain bread and the avocado toast was pretty good, albeit expensive for what it was. It also had raw red onions on it.

Absolutely loved this tour! Despite the rainy day the staff were all super friendly and helpful and the rain did not take anything away from the experience. We learned so much about the history of the locks, the surrounding buildings and the steel mill which we got to see pretty up close. We even saw some really cool freighters! It was well worth the money and will definitely be one of the our more memorable experiences here.

Very interesting tour with good commentary up and down the river and through the locks. We went through both the Canadian and American locks. Staff were friendly and accommodating. They apologized for the delay coming through the locks on the American side as we had to wait for a ship to clear the lock we were going into.

We LOVED the boat ride through the locks. Having been on several boat tours, I am thrilled to say the Miss Marie Sault Lock Tour was one of the best boat rides we have ever taken. 1) The details told throughout the entire tour were very insightful. 2) The crew was friendly and informative. 3) The seating was very comfortable and not crowded.

A great experience crossing the locks. Excellent explanations and very clear audio even on the water (not a given!). Great trivia and facts about the locks and the area. The guide was knowledgeable, not just reciting text. It rained and the tour ran just fine.

I honestly can't even express how impressed I was with the tour. I brought my little cousin on the tour, it was her first time ever on a boat, which was exciting on is own. 😀 The staff was amazing, great representatives of our beautiful city. Very engaging with passengers. Even the Captain would come down while we were in the locks and engage with guests. The most amazing part was when Captain Rob had a team member come get us and brought us up to let my cousin drive the boat. Talk about an experience that little girl will never forget ❤️ she was so excited when I brought her back to her mother. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to Captain Rob and every team member who made this an amazing trip for my little cousin, "Captain Heleena"💙

This boat tour was an absolutely fantastic experience! The transit through the Soo Locks was the highlight, a true marvel of engineering to witness up close. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining, sharing fascinating history about the locks and the freighters. The views of the Canadian and US shorelines, including the huge steel mill, provided a unique perspective of the region. Definitely a must-do for anyone visiting Sault Ste. Marie—we highly recommend it! 🚢

We had a lovely time. The weather was gorgeous on our day through the locks. A wonderful view of the Historic Soo lock on Whitefish island as well as Algoma Steel and the American locks.

Not from the area but met some lovely locals during our stroll. Appreciated the bikes having their separate space so not constantly looking over my shoulder. Lovely little gardens, nice views, some big chairs to relax on and dog friendly. Lots of geese so kept the dogs on alert. Easy to find parking.

Because I lived just down the road from the boardwalk it was almost a daily visit during the summer months. the smell of the fresh air flowing off over the water in between two countries, doesn't get much better than this. Even just the sight seeing, from the old ship's tied to the decks to the older buildings across the river, it is such a beautiful area and I miss being so near yet my homestead now is most uplifting and beautiful in one of the newest suburb additions here in Sault Ste Marie.

This is a lovely stroll in the heart of the Sault. Located next to the Delta hotel where I was staying, this path is a perfect place to go for a walk if you want to stretch your legs.

A nice place to go for a short stroll along the river. Lots of greenery and flowers, and nice views of the Michigan side of the river.

On our way to Lake superior stopped for a quick break. View overlooking the bridge is amazing. Nice walk. Few places you can buy your coffee or food. Wish we had adequate time to see the sunset.

Nice boardwalk but a walk to nowhere. Unfortunately there is only the blank back side of a a dying mall and with giant parking lot facing the boardwalk. The city needs to redevelop the mall to pedestrian friendly shops and restaurants facing the waterfront, and this will become a lively and fun destination. Mall parking says that parking is for mall patrons only but ironically the lot was almost empty and there was little access to the mall from that side.

Just went for a bike ride today and it's absolutely beautiful. Lots of good places for photos as I have included some of mine. Will be heading back once my devices are charged.

This beautiful park is located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario approximately 1 mile East of the International Bridge. There are playgrounds, picnic tables, benches and walking trails throughout the park and out around Topsail Island on the St. Mary's River.

What a wonderful park that's centrally located near downtown. There are several different parking lots, a splash pad, several kid playgrounds including toddler section, bathrooms, lots of benches, and picnic tables. Several small accessible trails that go down by the water, through the gardens and playgrounds. Great place to bring your dog for a walk and to let your kids run around.

Nice area, plenty of different equipment different ages can play. I There's a beach there as well with benches.

Enjoyed a peaceful walki through Bellevue Park in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. The gardens were in full bloom. Loved the vibrant colours resulting from a mixture perennials and annuals planted. The admired the beautiful St. Mary’s River shoreline where the blooming naturalized gardens were humming with bumble bees and butterflies.

Had a great afternoon today at the park. I made a wrong turn, and am I ever glad I did. What a beautiful park to stop at, visit with friends and family, take some pictures, play at one of the many playgrounds, bird watch, or just enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.

Splash pad and good playground equipment for kids. Clean maintained washrooms. Lots and lots of picnic tables and benches all over the park. Beautiful greenhouse on site you can visit. Lots of staff maintain the park wonderfully,grass is well trimmed and not a lot of garbage all over the place. The sailing club and Topsail island are accessible from the same parking lot. Topsail island is a great place for a walk to view the water. Bellevue also connect to the Pine St Marina by a really nice walking trail.

So much fun! Kids loved the zip line. Nice walk along the lake while the freight liners came in. Splash pad looked amazing (it was raining so need to cool off). 10/10!!! And great spot for a picnic too

Nice clean park. My children enjoyed swimming and looking in the rocks. We saw several people fishing here, not sure if they caught anything. Spent about an hour here and saw 1 freighter. The ferry to sugar island is really close and runs really often.

While on vacation, my girlfriend and I love visiting Rotary Island Park to see the big ships come through! This is our favorite spot to watch, and we've met some other nice people while getting into our new hobby! Watching the ships in the locks is cool, but something about the Rotary Island Park area just adds more charm and a personal feeling to the experience when your favorite ships to see in person give a salute! We've spent hours here, day and night, and we love how the park is always open to visit!

The park was very clean and a nice environment to relax and let the kids play. My 5yo played at the playground while my 9yo fished in the “kids only” pond. It’s an area marked off by a net for kids 16 and under only. There’s a nice little dock for them to cast from. We seen a ship come by which was really neat and nice for the kids. Very nice area!

Great place to skip rocks, have a picnic, and watch the freighters go by:)

Nice park, great way to watch the ships come up the river from the locks.

Great place to sit and relax or fish . Water is Crystal clear . Beautiful rocks around the shoreline if you get hungry clydes diner is a short walk away and has awesome take out !

If you are into Great Lakes freighters, this is probably one of the best places to view them up close. The park is located just 2 1/2 miles down river (East) of the Soo Locks. A single lane (one way) bridge is the only way on and off the island. There is a small playground for the kids and fishing opportunities all around the island. For your comfort, rustic facilities are also available on the island. Clyde's Drive-In is located a couple hundred yards from the park entrance.

Rich in history and fun. The museum guide/curator is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Must see place when In the Soo. The movie was entertaining and very educational.

Exciting experience. First time out of America. Was very cool that my elderly mother could experience going inside as well, as she uses a wheelchair for longer distances, and she didn't just have to look at pictures.

The stone houses are very cool and the museum has some really informative exhibits and artifacts. There are things for all ages and learning levels.

Video helps tie the buildings together and explains a lot of the history.

Very informative about the building of this area and the important people that were part of Sault Ste Marie

Loved seeing the inside of the house. The story of the house was interesting as well. There was a bridal party there taking pictures so that was a bit awkward.

My visit to the Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site left me with conflicting emotions. On one hand, the staff at the museum were incredibly welcoming and kind-hearted, making our experience enjoyable in that aspect. However, as a young adult university student, I found that the museum's content didn't quite resonate with our age group. It became evident that the site's primary focus was geared towards children, leaving us feeling somewhat disconnected from the exhibits and narratives presented. While this may be suitable for families with young children, it didn't quite align with the expectations of our group. Furthermore, I couldn't shake the feeling that the site portrayed a somewhat colonialist perspective. There seemed to be a lack of acknowledgment regarding the colonialistic impact of Ermatinger on the indigenous community. Terms such as "trading with indigenous people" were used, which, in my opinion, glossed over the harsh realities of colonization and exploitation. I believe there's room for improvement in providing a more balanced and inclusive portrayal of history, one that doesn't shy away from acknowledging the darker aspects of colonialism and its impact on indigenous communities. While the site has its merits, it falls short in addressing these important issues adequately.

Great museum located in downtown Sault Saint Marie, MI! Offering a unique look into the history of the local area, with artifacts and information a plenty! When you're visiting the Soo area, this is a must stop for any history buff, stop by and see for yourself today!

Nice little museum located in downtown, complete history of the history of the area. Staff friendly and courteous.

Terrific museum displaying history of where Michigan was born in 1668

It's been a long time since I've been to a museum with so much exhibit and reading. The information was well presented and the exhibits are nicely done with the walking stick telling the stories with good voices but my kids were disappointed with the lack of exhibits designed to experience the history. Some things were touchable and they enjoyed those items, especially the boats. I would not recommend it for kids under second grade but it's good for kids finishing third here in Michigan because it goes along with the history they learned about the state this year. Forget bringing toddlers or preschoolers.

Stopped by on a Saturday no crowd. Short but informative museum little over an hour to do the self guided tour. 7.50 for adult. August 2023

Nice little museum. Never knew it was there on past trips to the Soo. After some research I discovered it. Had to check it out as my family love history. Hopefully more people get to check it out because it's an interesting place to visit.

It was small, but loaded with plenty to see, offers a audio tour which we didn't take. They have small agates and rocks as well as native copper at the store in front.

Astounding the volume and size of these "Footers" that traverse the Soo Locks. The observation desk gives an up close viewing encounter of the transition from Lake Superior, 22 feet lower, to the St Mary's River. The rich history and growth planned for the locks as a vital water highway for the global economy and scale of volume moving through the locks each day is just staggering! The staff from the Army Corp Engineers made the experience very informative and fun, relating the size, life, and experience of the sailors on the "Footers" during the 42 week operating season. Edwin J. Gott imaged here was up fitted with new more efficient engines producing 19k HP and at one point held the record for the largest weight transported at over 74k Tons of cargo. Cargo varies between Iron ore, grain, and Coal throughout the Great Lakes regions.

I’m only giving it 4 stars because I couldn’t bring my dog to the viewing platform otherwise it’s a great experience, haven’t been here since I was 7-8 and my mom was still alive. Found a killer food truck, Motown Nate’s, only a few miles from the visitor center, the brisket tacos and brisket mac and cheese were amazing but look at those fries, huge hand cut fries, they were so good. I highly recommend Motown Nate’s in Sault Ste. Marie Michigan.

Check out the displays inside then head observation decks. The announce ships arrivals or you can use an app. We saw the tourists boats and a 1000 footer go through the locks. Bring change for the parking meters.

Amazing place to visit! It’s mesmerizing to see how the locks work. The Visitor Center has schedule that you can check when ships will be coming through the lock, so you can coordinate your time to watch it. The whole process for a large ship is about 40 mins, and you can watch from the stand.

An engineering marvel that allows the huge ships to easily go from lakes Michigan and Huron to Lake Superior! We got to see a 1000 ft ore carrier going through the locks while we toured! The app “MarineTraffic -Ship tracking “ shows you where the ships are located nearby as well as there destinations!

Nice view for incoming ships and the staff are very knowledgeable if you have questions.

It was free! We up came on a whim on a weekday, we were camping at the Straits by the bridge. It was pretty cool! It’s 2 stories high with a large viewing window and rail and shelter. Some places didn’t have a window but only a rail. There’s a few benches to sit on to view too. Every once in a while someone would come on the loud speaker to explain what was on the ship in the lock and a little information about it. My husband was enthralled lol. We stayed probably 2 hours watching the ships come and go. We could’ve stayed all day if our feet weren’t tired from site seeing.

A hidden gem. Everyone who can visit should. Just a beautiful place year-round.

Very nice place. Lots of plants and flowers from different countries. Nicely maintained. Has free entry.

My family and I love this park it's well kept and beautiful and so many different playgrounds my four year old goes nuts then we usally chill and feed some bird seed to the ducks it's honestly probably the best park iv ever been to and I used to live in Niagara where there known for there parks down there and this one tops the cake.

Such a beautiful addition to the park and no entrance fee!!

Greenhouse has exotic plants. Outside grounds gorgeous to walk around.

Beautiful park with 4 or 5 playgrounds, spray park, clean washrooms, water front walk, lots of green space!

Beautiful small greenhouse with some great variety of plants.

Went to the bush plane museum since we were stuck in town for the day but this was by far the better attraction. Spent over an hour talking to Chess (not sure if spelled correctly) about random bugs I never knew existed. She would just casually grab them and show us them like a pro - a very patient pro I should add. Couldn’t believe her knowledge. Would highly recommend checking this place out, definitely something anyone would enjoy.

What a fun experience!!! Checking out the airplanes was great, but I was so excited to see what the Insectarium had to offer. I was not disappointed!!! The staff were so friendly and informative, and all the critters were amazing and beautiful.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had such a wonderful experience at the Entomica Insectarium! A special thank you to Todd, who truly made our visit memorable. He welcomed us with so much kindness and took the time to explain everything about the insects in such a detailed and engaging way. His passion and knowledge really shone through, and he answered all our questions with patience and love. What made the visit even more special was that Todd let us safely hold some amazing insects—we never thought we would get such a hands-on experience! It was fascinating, fun, and educational all at the same time. Thank you, Todd, for making our day so enjoyable. Highly recommend visiting this place if you’re in Sault Ste. Marie—you won’t regret it!

The Entomica Insectarium was definitely one of the highlights of our recent trip to Sault Ste. Marie. Special shout out to Lucas who was phenomenal and really made us feel welcome the moment we walked in. He was super knowledgeable and engaging, and took the time to show us so many of the amazing creatures that reside in the insectarium. One of the most interactive experiences we've had (thanks again Lucas!) and completely worth the visit! Will definitely be back next time we're at SSM.

Discovered this little gem inside the Bush Plane Museum. What a treat! The staff member, Alex, was fantastic! She explained all the different insects and let us hold some of them. Really enjoyed it!

My wife and I were vacationing in Canada for a few days and decided to visit this museum on a whim. This turned out to be the highlight of our vacation! It was incredible! One of the people there went between all the visiting groups essentially giving guided personal tours. He then allowed us to hold a bunch of them in our hands! It was incredible!

I had a wonderful experience at Entomica Insectarium! Todd was amazing — he shared so much knowledge about insects in such an engaging and easy-to-understand way. His passion for entomology really shows, and he made the visit both educational and fun. I walked away with a whole new appreciation for insects thanks to him. Highly recommend visiting and learning from Todd!

Really cool architecture. Have not been inside. Impressive stone work. Hiatorically talking It is said the it is the oldes house wesr of Montreal.

It's a cool, historic house to see, inside it is left as it would be from the late 1800's. Can see the rooms, and go to the basement to see what it was like. Very cool down there, nice on a hot summer's day. On display are heritage and vintage items that belonged to that era.

One of the oldest stone houses in Northern Ontario. The Ermatinger Old Stone House is part of the Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site. Definitely a place to visit!

It's the story of the Sault... definetly worth the visit. It's a charming atmosphere and you learn a lot about the city!

Great fun for the kids lots of cool historical things for the family to enjoy.

An amazing place to go to learn about something that is apart of the history of our city!

Good place to play Pokemon go

The casino is under a much needed remodel. It will be nice when finished. Clean inside and nice atmosphere. Husband won. I did not, but it was a fun afternoon. Good luck if you go.

I needed a place to stay in Sault Ste Marie for work based on recommendations from others. I am glad I did. I would enjoy returning and staying on vacation. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable. The refrigerator was big and had a freezer shelf. I was able to set the temperature to 32 f. They have a pool that looks inviting good restraint on property. The staff is very nice. Sault Ste Marie and surrounding area has so much to offer.

Never dressage in the rooms but will give them the benefit of the doubt because I KNOW the staff is excellent on the service. Super helpful and wonderful people. Location they are just too far from home......... maybe that's my fault.

Joke of a hotel. The rooms smelled like a skunk. The temperature jumped from boiling hot to freezing cold back to boiling hot all over the hotel. The hotel security is plain rude. The tv didn't work and the beds were so uncomfortable. If you plan on visiting the pool while here bring a personal ac unit, they have the heat so high its a lawsuit waiting to happen. There is 1 person working the front desk, they are barely there when you need help. The midnight check in crew was disgustingly nasty. There is no daily towel refresh or cleanup. Would give zero stars if possible.

I cannot comment on the hotel as I did not stay there. The concert venue however was gorgeous. A beautiful view of the lake behind whatever artist you are listening to. The grounds were very well manicured, no large holes to fall into or gravel to trip on. It was also very kid-friendly, they had event organizers come out and throw balls to the kids that they got to play with during the concert. You can bring folding chairs! And of course you can bring blankets to sit on. No umbrellas are allowed, I saw multiple umbrellas left at the entrance as i was leaving. The Porta-Johns were nice and clean and didn't smell awful which was very nice for an outdoor concert. We had a wonderful time and the staff was incredibly helpful!

The hotel room we stayed in was so old and dated. The light quit working in the bathroom a day after checking in. The amount of noise in the walls due to the water pipes was almost unbearable at night. The flooring was "spongy" not sure what the carpeting was covering up. They need to consider removing all of these old rooms or remodeling them after they other part of the hotel casino is finished being renovated. The casino and staff were great

Asked a week before if I could get a king room. When we arrived they put us in the older rooms that had a smell and looked like a room out of the 60's. No king bed and they said there were none available even though the casino wasn't even half full. For a better experience in gambling go across the bridge to Canada. We will never go back and tell our friends the same. As you can see, the walkway was falling apart and if you were alone wheelchair , it would not be good.