The original hull of the Techumseth ship sitting on a bed of sand in the Discovery Harbour museum

Stay the Story

Bundle your overnight stay at Discovery Harbour with carefully curated packaged experiences to truly make your stay an adventure.

Make it a getaway

Stay awhile! Book one of our new, four-season cabins on the shores of beautiful Georgian Bay! This glamping experience is a great addition to your trip through time. Plus, tickets to Discovery Harbour are included in the $200 (taxes inc) reservation fee!.

Blacksmith Workshop

Blacksmith by the Beach
Historic Blacksmithing Workshop

Turn your workshop into a true escape. Stay overnight in our cabins, wake up steps from the forge, and spend the day immersed in our historic blacksmithing workshop. Learn traditional skills while enjoying the comfort of staying right on site.

Need to Know:

  • Includes Admission to Historic Blacksmithing Workshop
  • Dates: Saturdays from May – September
  • Times: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Métis Learning Package

Enjoy a complimentary workshop for up to two people when you book on July 23 or August 21 while surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of Georgian Bay. Discover the area’s rich history, unwind in a cozy four-season cabin, and experience the perfect blend of waterfront charm, comfort, and exploration.

Need to Know:

  • Includes Admission to Discovery Harbour
  • Dates: July 23 & August 21
  • Times: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Supernatural Sleepovers

Explore the darker side of history on this 1.5–2 hour guided tour. Join us Saturday evenings for chilling stories, local legends, and mysteries that come alive after dark. Your package includes two complimentary tour tickets, with additional tickets available for purchase.

Need to Know:

  • Includes Admission to Discovery Harbour & 2 Ghost Tour tickets
  • Dates: Saturdays until September 5
  • Times (English): 8:20 p.m., 8:40 p.m., 9:00 p.m.
  • Times (French): 9:15 p.m.
Un interprète à travailler sur le havre en costume de marin

living history

Our friendly and knowledgeable historical interpreters offer craftwork demonstrations, answer your questions, and bring the history of Discovery Harbour to life so that you can step back in time.

Hats and tshirts at gift shop

Barracks Boutique Gift Shop

This boutique offers everything you need to enhance your cabin stay – from firewood to snacks – as well as a fantastic assortment of Discovery Harbour souvenirs, quality clothing, nautical décor, and more.

A small group of visitors walk along the Discovery Harbour path illuminated by pumpkin displays during the Pumpkinferno event

Events

We offer fun and dynamic events all year round! Events have separate admission rates. Please check event webpages for details. Some of our larger events include Mid-Winter Social and Pumpkinferno.

Board walk at Discovery Harbour waterfront full of visitors from the perspective of the Kings Warf Theater

Deals and packages

Ontario teachers, members of the Canadian Armed Forces and Indigenous persons gain free entry. Your Discovery Harbour paid receipt gets you 50% off at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons during the regular season (May to September). Exceptions apply.

Rope on the deck of a ship

Need more info?

Please contact us if you have any questions: