Blacksmith interpreter showing two young children the metal nail he forged in the blacksmith shop

2026 Operating dates and hours

April 3-26 – Guided Tours

Friday to Sunday (select times)

May 2 to September 6

7 days a week
10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Spring Guided Tours
April 3-26 (Friday to Sunday)

VisitorPrice (tax inc)
Adults$11
Seniors (65+)
Students (13+)
Youth (6-12)
$11
Indigenous Persons
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces
Ontario Teachers
(with valid ID)
$11

Regular Season Rates
May 2 to September 6 (excluding special events)

VisitorPrice
Adults$11
Seniors (65+)
Students (13+)
Youth (6-12)
$8
Children 5 and underFREE
Indigenous Persons
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces
Ontario Teachers
(with valid ID)
FREE
Guided tour$5 extra

*Please note that the complimentary admission programs for Ontario Teachers, Members of the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as First Nations, Métis and Inuit people do not apply to specialized events and group bookings.

What’s included in your admission

  • Access the reconstructed naval & military base, now known as Discovery Harbour
  • Learn about our historic vessels: the HMS. Tecumseth and the HMS. Bee
  • Explore the Officer’s Quarters, an original building constructed in the 1830s and beautifully restored
  • Connect with friendly and knowledgeable costumed historical interpreters
  • View the hull of the original HMS. Tecumseth, carefully preserved and maintained
  • Learn the story of Discovery Harbour with a free audio tour
  • Shop for gifts, naval-themed decor, and souvenirs in our retail store, Barracks Boutique
  • 50% off admission to Sainte-Marie among the Hurons (general admission, summer season only, applies to adults and seniors admission rates only)

*Guided tours available for an additional $5 per person.

When you visit this attraction or attend an event here, you’re entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. By entering the premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.

Military interpreter fires black powder musket toward the water

Watch historic presentations:

Available during peak summer season, in July and August, these demonstrations are a great way to see history in action!

  • Steam Kiln and fire starting
  • Sailing demonstration
  • Black powder musket firing
  • Hospital and Medicine demonstration
  • Surveying demonstration
  • Cooking and Gardening tour
  • Metis transport and food systems
  • Sea Shanties
  • Blacksmith

Make it a getaway

Stay awhile! Book one of our new, four-season cabins on the shores of beautiful Georgian Bay. Your cabin booking includes general admission to Discovery Harbour!

sailor interpreter points ahead as they lead a group of young children through the Discovery Harbour site

Group visits

Explore guided tours, self-guided visits, hands-on activities and tailored programs for groups of all ages. Larger groups may be eligible for reduced admission rates. Request your group booking today!

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Events

Events have separate admission rates. Please check event webpages for details, including dates and times. Join us for returning family favourite events like Pirates of the Bay and Pumpkinferno!

Soldier holds the sharp end of a historic musket as they sit down

Deals & packages

During our regular season (May to September), your receipt gets you 50% off at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons. Indigenous people, Ontario teachers, members of the Canadian Armed Forces may gain free entry with valid ID. Exceptions apply.

Good to know…

Please allow about 1.5 hours for your visit
Please note that rates are subject to change. A support person accompanying a paying visitor with a disability is eligible for free admission.

Rope on the deck of a ship

Need more info?

Please contact us if you have any questions: