Top 13 Places to Visit in
Cobourg | Ontario
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Cobourg Beach
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Scenic views, a boardwalk, and gorgeous white sand Explore one of the most unique places of Cobourg by spending a beautiful day on the white sands, with waves lapping the shore and blue skies overhead. The Cobourg Beach is a family-friendly spot, with clean waters and lifeguards on duty during prime swimming hours. During the […]
Home Town of Hollywood’s Star Marie Dressler
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Marie Dressler is one of the greatest comediennes of her generation and one of Hollywood’s best-loved stars. She was born as Leila Marie Koerber in Cobourg in 1868. Her father was a music teacher and the organist at St. Peter’s Anglican Church. As a child, Marie would sing and assist in operating the organ in […]
Concert Hall at Victoria Hall
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Victoria Hall is a cultural centre of Cobourg. Since the 1860s, it’s been a historical and architectural landmark and is home to dozens of annual events. Designed by Canadian architect Kivas Tully, the three-storey building features a portico entrance, four Corinthian columns. It is elaborately decorated with stone-cutter art. Photo: NormanEinstein at English Wikipedia, Wikimedia […]
- 55 King St W, Cobourg, ON K9A 2M2
- 1 (905) 372-4301
- https://experiencecobourg.ca/concert-hall-facilities/
Old Market Building
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The Old Market Building, built in 1856, is a real historical treasure for history buffs! Located at the centre of Cobourg’s downtown, the market both contributed to and reinforced the area’s commercial character. This association has been formally recognized by the market’s inclusion in Cobourg’s Commercial Core Heritage Conservation District. The significant open space around […]
Downtown Cobourg
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Can your trip be complete without visiting the heart of the city, the downtown? Downtown Cobourg is the true heart of the city, full of culture, creativity and delicious food. There is nothing you can’t find whether you’re looking for clothing, home décor, crafting supplies, food and baked goods. Downtown Cobourg’s heritage district is home […]
Cobourg & Area Museum
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The Cobourg Museum Foundation has restored the town’s oldest limestone building together with a 19th-century workman’s cottage. They were converted into the Cobourg & Area Museum. 1/20 scale operating model railway (the Cobourg and Peterborough Railway, the 1850s-1880s) running the length of our property, includes a layout of Cobourg’s Harbour. Revstani, Wikimedia Commons; www.cobourgblog.com
Cobourg Farmers Market
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One of the oldest markets in Ontario, the Cobourg Farmer’s Market was established in 1839 and offers locally grown and certified organic fruits and vegetables, crafts, fresh-cut flowers, potted plants, meats, cheeses and bread, desserts and other delectable. The Cobourg Farmer’s Market operates on Saturdays from May to December in its historic location on the […]
Victoria Park
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Victoria Park is a Cobourg premier park. It holds many events including weekly Cobourg Concert Band summer concerts, weekend festivals like Highland Games, Christmas Magic.
Cobourg East Pierhead Lighthouse
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Beloved spot of local citizens for a stroll on a pier. The Pierhead Lighthouse is a historic reminder about the early 20th century when the lighthouse was built. Back in the days, lighthouse keepers were responsible for ensuring the fog horns’ operation and recording weather conditions and water levels, all of vital importance to mariners. […]
Moore Orchards
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Exploring a farm is a perfect activity for those who enjoy fresh fruits. Moore orchards offer a great variety of pre-made products such as jams and others preserves. Besides, you can pick apples and strawberries and take your “harvest” with you!
Art Gallery of Northumberland
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The Art Gallery of Northumberland’s collection consists of over 950 works of local, regional, national and international significance, predominantly by Canadian artists. The Gallery was opened in 1960 but started to look as we know it today in 1983. The historical pieces focus on Northumberland County’s development through portraits of noted citizens, landscapes depicting this […]
- Victoria Hall, West Wing, Third Floor, 55 King Street West , Cobourg, ON K9A 2M2
- (905) 372-0333
- https://www.artgalleryofnorthumberland.com/
Cobourg & Area Museum
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The Cobourg Museum Foundation has restored the town’s oldest limestone building together with a 19th-century workman’s cottage. They were converted into the Cobourg & Area Museum, formerly known as the Sifton-Cook Heritage Centre.