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Port Carling, Muskoka Lakes, ON , Canada

Port Carling

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Port Carling

Port Carling is a charming town nestled in the heart of Ontario's Muskoka region. With its picturesque waterfront, trendy shops, and delicious eateries, it's the perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. Don't forget to rent a boat and explore the stunning lakes that surround the town. Don't miss out on the iconic Port Carling Bridge opening for passing boats!

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Landmark4.9/5

Port Carling Marine Inc

Marina in Muskoka Lakes with boat repairs and winter storage.

Landmark4.7/5

Port Carling Wall

Nestled in the heart of Muskoka, Port Carling Wall features stunning waterfront views and vibrant local art installations, making it a perfect spot for leisurely strolls and capturing the essence of this charming village.

Culture4.6/5

Muskoka Lakes Museum

Muskoka history museum with exhibits on Indigenous and settler life, old phones, and scavenger hunts. A groundhog lives in the yard.

Eat4.3/5

Turtle Jack's Port Carling

Eat$$$4.4/5

Don's Bakery Corporation

Eat$$$4/5

Waters Edge Restaurant

Eat4.5/5

Beveragino

Eat$$$4.2/5

Bass Lake RoadHouse

Stays

Stay4.3/5

Sherwood Inn

Sherwood Inn in Port Carling offers 4-star comfort with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room features a balcony with lake or garden views, a work desk, and free WiFi. The modern, romantic restaurant serves American cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner in a relaxed setting. The bar offers a variety of beverages, and the lounge provides a cosy space. Spa facilities include a sauna, steam room, and spa bath. Beauty services are available, and the hotel provides an indoor and outdoor play area for children. Additional amenities include a tennis court, beachfront access, and water sports facilities. Located in Port Carling, Sherwood Inn is highly rated for its lakeside setting and excellent service. Nearby attractions include fishing, canoeing, hiking, and cycling. The property staff support guests with concierge services and daily housekeeping.

Stay4.45/5

Windermere House

Windermere House in Windermere offers direct beachfront access, a year-round outdoor swimming pool, and a lush garden. Guests can relax on the terrace or balcony with stunning lake views. Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, bathrobes, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a sauna, fitness centre, hot tub, and free bicycles. The family-friendly restaurant serves American, local, and barbecue grill cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, and à la carte, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. Guests can enjoy canoeing, tennis, and an outdoor fireplace. The hotel provides free on-site private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services.

Stay4.35/5

Muskoka Lakes Hotel

Muskoka Lakes Hotel and Resorts in Port Carling offers direct beachfront access and a sun terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and lake views. Additional amenities include balconies, kitchenettes, and sofa beds. The hotel provides private check-in and check-out, a lift, concierge service, electric vehicle charging, and free on-site parking. Outdoor seating areas enhance the guest experience. Guests can engage in fishing and canoeing. The convenient location offers scenic views and easy access to local attractions.

Stay4.25/5

JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa

Experience elevated lakeside luxury at JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa, a serene retreat nestled in the heart of Ontario’s cottage country. Just minutes from The Rock Golf Course, our resort invites guests to unwind in thoughtfully designed spaces that blend comfort with sophistication. Indulge in restorative treatments at our full-service spa, or immerse yourself in the tranquillity of our unique swim-through indoor/outdoor pool overlooking Lake Rosseau. Each spacious suite features a cozy fireplace, a fully equipped kitchenette, and refined touches such as plush robes and premium bath amenities—crafted for your ultimate relaxation. Savour exceptional dining at our on-site restaurant, stay active in our modern fitness studio, or embrace the natural beauty of Muskoka with seasonal activities like canoeing and snowshoeing. Whether you seek quiet moments or outdoor adventure, JW Marriott The Rosseau offers an unparalleled escape where luxury meets nature.

Stay$$$$4.15/5

Touchstone Resort

Touchstone Resort in Bracebridge offers a private beach area and beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy the outdoor fireplace. The resort features a sauna, fitness centre, tennis court, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, balcony, washing machine, and a 24-hour front desk. The on-site restaurant serves American cuisine for lunch and dinner. Outdoor seating and a picnic area provide comfortable dining options. Guests can enjoy canoeing and hiking. The resort is highly rated for its lakeside location and scenic views.

Stay4.8/5

Shamrock Lodge

Things To Do
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Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Bracebridge & Toronto

Hook your smartphone up to your vehicle and listen to a tour guide while you drive! Follow the suggested route from the audio guide along Highways 400 & 11, and discover central Ontario in a fun & unique way! Start anywhere along the route between Toronto & Bracebridge. The tour experience is the same in either direction. Learn about the area's logging history and the early explorer Samuel de Champlain. Discover the beauty of Muskoka at your own pace. Hear about the World's Longest Road, Mnjikaning Fish Wiers, Burl's Creek Event Park & the Holland Marsh. With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and explore. Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive, using an easy to navigate GPS map. No data is used during the tour. This audio guide will keep your group entertained & engaged along the way. Each point of interest also has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.

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5/5

Toronto–Parry Sound Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore the roughly 225 km Highway 400 corridor between Toronto and Parry Sound in either direction with a self-guided smartphone audio tour. Allow about 2–3 hours of driving, plus time for optional detours to Midland, Wye Marsh, Big Chute, Killbear or Georgian Bay Islands National Park. The app offers 40+ GPS-triggered points of interest and stories about Georgian Bay, Muskoka and Simcoe County. Download the tour to your own smartphone or tablet before departure. Narration follows your location, and a live route map works offline after download. Drive your own vehicle, pause whenever you like and resume at your own pace; there is no in-person guide. Attraction admission, park permits, boat transport and parking are separate, and access can vary by season.

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5/5
12 h

From Toronto: Cranberry Plunge and Hardy Lake Hike Adventure

Explore the stunning Muskoka region on a day full of autumn colors and outdoor activities. Start off in Gravenhurst for brunch, then dive into the vibrant Cranberry harvest at Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery, where you’ll don chest waders for a unique photo opportunity. Next, enjoy hitting the trails at Hardy Lake Provincial Park. Tailored to your group's skill level, this hike features some of the best views in the area. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour includes transportation in a comfortable 15-passenger transit, with onboard amenities for a fun journey. - Enjoy a scenic day in Muskoka during the beautiful fall season - Experience the Cranberry plunge with provided waders for a unique photo op - Hike tailored to your group's abilities at Hardy Lake Provincial Park

$94.11
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4.8/5
11 h

Muskoka Ultimate Adventure

If you like taking pictures, this tour is for you! You will have plenty of opportunities to get incredible shots. Muskoka is one of the most emblematic places in Canada. During this adventure, we will be visiting 3 of the most spectacular places of this iconic region: High Falls: Considered the Niagara of the North, we will be standing very close to the waterfall so you can feel its power. Here we will also hike to Potts Falls, a smaller but equally charming waterfall. Hardy Lake: This 7km mostly flat hike will take us around one of the prettiest lakes in Muskoka, and the highlight is the famous Boardwalk where you will take the most “Muskoka Picture” you can imagine. Huckleberry Rock Lookout: Here, we will be standing on some of the oldest rocks on earth, and we will hike to the most scenic lookout of this region that offers an impressive view of Lake Muskoka.

$145.18
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4.7/5

Algonquin Provincial Park Small-Group Day Tour from Toronto

Escape the city for a refreshing day trip from Toronto to Ontario’s stunning natural wonders! Visit the serene Lake Couchiching and picturesque Lake Muskoka, explore the charming town of Huntsville—known for its trails and outdoor adventures—and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Algonquin Provincial Park, home to pristine lakes, lush forests, and abundant wildlife. A perfect one-day getaway into nature!

$125.00
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4.3/5

Toronto–Huntsville Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Driving Tour

Turn the drive from the Highway 407/400 junction near Toronto to Huntsville into a journey through Barrie, Orillia and Muskoka. Travel in either direction along Highways 400 and 11, allowing about 2–3 hours over roughly 200–225 km, depending on where you begin. The 19 mapped pass-by entries connect 40+ GPS-triggered stories, from Holland Marsh and Barrie to Gravenhurst, Bracebridge and Huntsville; Algonquin Park is a referenced optional excursion beyond the route. The audio tour plays on your own smartphone or tablet while a live route map follows the drive. Download before departure for offline use, then pause and resume at your own pace. This is a self-guided drive in your own vehicle, with no in-person guide; parking and attraction admission are separate.

$6.56
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12 h

Dog Sledding Adventure from Toronto Private Tour

Join us this winter as we travel to the “Explorer’s Edge” region of Ontario, for a truly unique Canadian experiences dog sledding, snow tubing and snowshoeing. We will drive you from Toronto to North Ontario, where is always snow. You will visit local farm with private trails for dog sledding. You can also add hiking or snow tubing experience to your dog sledding tour.

$747.78
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30 mins

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Muskoka

Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here! We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Muskoka, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well. We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back! So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!

$284.67
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30 mins

Vacation Photographer in Muskoka

Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in Muskoka to capture your picture-perfect moments while visiting amazing sites! SOLO TRAVELERS Fancy an insta-perfect photoshoot from your Muskoka vacation? Localgrapher has years of experience with fashion and solo travel photography! Make your memories last a lifetime and share them on social media or display them in your home to receive an avalanche of compliments. COUPLES If you are about to propose to your loved one, honeymooning or just exploring what Muskoka has to offer, put the selfie stick aside and let Localgrapher’s superb photographers take care of the photos for you both. FAMILIES & GROUPS A family trip, wedding, bachelorette party or grand get-together? Forget missing someone from pictures, we’ll capture them all!

$284.67
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10 h

Kyoto Osaka to Lake Biwa Private Day Tour

This tour takes you through the beautiful surroundings of Lake Biwa, offering a perfect blend of history, nature, and culture: Hachiman-bori Canal: Stroll or enjoy a boat ride along this Edo-period canal lined with traditional buildings and willows. Hachimanyama Ropeway: Ascend Mt. Hachiman for breathtaking views of Omihachiman and Lake Biwa. Azuchi Castle Ruins: Explore the historic site of Oda Nobunaga’s revolutionary castle and learn about its significance in Japan’s unification. Hikone Castle: Visit one of Japan’s best-preserved original castles, a National Treasure with panoramic views of Lake Biwa. Chikubushima: Take a boat ride to this sacred island, steeped in legend and natural beauty. Tsukubusuma Shrine: Discover this ancient shrine dedicated to Benzaiten, known for its serene atmosphere and spiritual significance. This diverse itinerary showcases the rich heritage and scenic beauty of the Lake Biwa region.

$702.22
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