Port Stanley

Welcome to the village of Port Stanley! With one of the finest stretches of sandy beach on the north shore of Lake Erie, the village is a very popular destination for day trippers and for those wanting to stay a little longer. Port Stanley’s uniqueness lies in natural attractions such as Kettle Creek and the multitude of leisure boats that frequent its banks. Port Stanley is home to the historic King George VI Lift Bridge, the oldest in Ontario, located in the centre of town.

Ride an authentic L & P.S. railcar, with Port Stanley Terminal Rail and enjoy a scenic view of Kettle Creek and the surrounding countryside. Open year round; be sure to take part in one of the many events on the train cars such as; Meet Stanley the bear, Easter Bunny Train, Murder Mysteries, and many more! Its great fun for the whole family!

Take a trip to Port Stanley’s past with a visit to the Stork Club Big Band Museum & Hall of Fame. Port Stanley was once known as the Coney Island of Canada, and tourists flocked to the lakeside town every weekend to enjoy the sun, sand and the Stork Club. This popular dance hall played host to a number of well known musicians including Louis Armstrong. Learn about the village history and see the piano that was played by Guy Lombardo himself.

Spend a day in Port Stanley’s picturesque downtown core! Visitors will be delighted by the numerous quaint boutiques that dot the streets, and by the delicious culinary treats that await them at Port Stanley’s many dining establishments. Spend an afternoon or evening at the Port Stanley Festival Theatre located in the centre of the village. The season runs from May-September and highlights Canadian works in drama, comedy and musicals. Port Stanley is also home to an active artist’s community, several art galleries, and an annual art show.

Spend a day on the links at one of Port Stanley’s three Golf Courses.

Port Stanley Terminal Rail
309 Bridge St
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1C5
519-782-3730
www.pstr.on.ca

Stork Club Big Band Museum and Hall of Fame
302 Bridge St.
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1C3
519-782-4991
www.musicmemories.ca

Port Stanley Festival Theatre
6 - 302 Bridge St
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1C3
519-782-3914
www.psft.on.ca

The Bluffs of Port Stanley Golf Club
35593 Lake Line
Port Stanley, ON
519-782-7447
www.thebluffsgolfclub.com

Need a Place to Stay?

Alma Villa
201 Lakeview St.
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1A1
519-782-3881
www.cottagesincanada.com/almavilla

Inn on the Harbour & Little Inn
202 Main Street
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1H6
519-782-7623
www.innontheharbour.ca

Kettle Creek Inn
216 Joseph St
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1C4
519-782-3388
www.kettlecreekinn.com/

Mulberry Lane B&B
6324 Stone Church Rd, Box 75
Union, ON N0L 2L0
519-637-4499
www.bbcanada.com/mulberrylane

Windjammer Inn
324 Smith Street
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1C6
519-782-4173
www.thewindjammerinn.com

Southbeach Cottage Rentals
171 Bartholomew St.
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1H6
519-782-3627

Port Stanley Beach House Rental
388 Edith Cavell Blvd
Port Stanley, ON N5L 1E2
519-670-7285

Telegraph House B&B
Our Victorian two-storey harbourfront inn, circa 1875, features four very grand bed and breakfast suites, all with ensuite bathrooms. 519-782-3006 http://telegraphhouse.com

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