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Featured Roadside Stops

The Big Nickel

The Big Nickel, a 30-foot replica of a 1951 Canadian nickel, was built in Sudbury, Ontario, to commemorate the city’s rich mining heritage and celebrate its role as a major nickel-producing region, serving as a major tourist attraction. 

 
 

Riverview Park & Zoo

The Riverview Park & Zoo is a park and zoo located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. It was founded in 1933 by Ross Dobbin, general manager of the Peterborough Utilities Commission. In 1968, the commission took over its operations. The zoo was accredited in 1985 and remains the only free admission accredited zoo in Canada. Parking is also free. It is funded through Peterborough Utilities Commission revenue and public donations. In addition to its animal exhibits, the zoo features a miniature train ride, a F-86 Sabre fighter aircraft on display, playgrounds, picnic areas and a disc golfcourse.[3] [1]

Primitive Designs

Open Tuesday-Sunday 9-5pm Open Holiday Mondays. Home of the GIANT Robots! Primitive Designs is the #1 tourist attraction in Port Hope, Ontario! Importing exotic and unique arts and crafts from around the world! Live edge slabs, Tiki Bars, indoor and outdoor décor, handicrafts, one-of-a-kind art – and don’t forget Giant Robots, 3 Headed Dragons, Crocodiles, and MORE made entirely from recycled motor vehicle parts! Over 2 acres of space to explore! Courtyards, outdoor displays, and a two-story warehouse! Primitive Designs will blow your minds!

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