Travel Information in Algoma

Visit the friendly staff to find out where to stay, where to eat, things to do while in the area.

Northern Ontario is a big place. First time visitors can be rest assured of safe and friendly places to visit for travel information in Algoma Country. Below are the travel information centres located in Algoma Country where you can stop for a stretch and speak to travel staff to learn about our area, what to do, where to stay or where to eat.

Sault Ste. Marie OTIC, 261 Queen Street West

Services: Local and regional travel information, free WiFi, gift shop, bicycle maintenance kits and secure lockup
Restroom Facilities: available
Hours of Operation: Summer Hours 7 days a week 9 am - 5 pm
PH: (705) 945-6941

White River, 555 Elgin Street

Services: local travel information for festivals and events, where to stay, where to eat, activities, attractions, outdoor adventures, driving tours, staff on site
Restroom Facilities: available
Hours of Operation: July to September Monday - Friday 8 am to 4 pm, Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 8 pm
PH: (807) 822-2794
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Gilles Gagnon Welcome Centre, Hearst Hwy 11 East

Services: local travel information for festivals and events, where to stay, where to eat, activities, attractions, outdoor adventures, driving tours, staff on-site, children's playground, picnic tables, gift shop
Restroom Facilities: available
Hours of Operation: year-round 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, in Summer Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6 pm, Saturdays 10 am - 4 pm
PH Toll-Free: 1-800-655-5769

Blind River, 243 Causley Street

Services: local travel information for festivals & events, restrooms, staff on-site, picnic tables
Restroom Facilities: Open
Hours of Operation: 7 days a week 8 am to 6 pm
PH: (705) 356-7343

Spanish Municipal Marina & Four Seasons Waterfront Complex, 40 Garnier Road

Services: For travellers visiting by boat, this travel information centre is located inside the complex, with dockside services, restroom facilities, amenities, free WiFi
PH: (705) 844-1077

Chapleau Centennial Museum Tourist Information Centre, 94 Monk Street

Services: local travel information for events, accommodations, restaurants, Chapleau Game Preserve, and local arts and crafts. Local artisan products are available for purchase in the gift shop.
Hours of Operation: July and August 11:30 am to 7 pm on weekdays and 8:30 am - 7 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Wawa Visitor Centre, 26 Mission Road / Hwy 101

Services: local travel information for festivals and events, where to stay, where to eat, activities, attractions, outdoor adventures, driving tours, staff on site
Restroom Facilities: 24-hour service
Hours of Operation: May to June: 9 am to 6 pm, July to August: 8 am to 8 pm, September to October: 9 am to 6 pm, Closed mid-October to mid-May
PH Toll Free: 1-800-367-9292 x 260

Iron Bridge Historical Museum and Information Centre, 1 James Street

Services: travel information is located inside the museum, staff on-site, picnic tables, covered gazebo, Saturday Farmers Market
Restroom Facilities: available
Hours of Operation: June - Labour Day Weekend, September 9 am to 8 pm
PH: (705) 843-2033

ELLIOT LAKE WELCOME CENTRE, 45 Hillside Drive

Services: travel information is located at City Hall front desk
Restroom Facilities: available
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm
PH: (705) 848-2287

About Heather Bot

I'm a staff writer for Algoma Country and I hope my articles entice you to plan your next vacation in Algoma. Our beautiful area has everything you need for a true outdoor adventure: fishing and hunting, epic touring routes and breathtaking outdoors. We are home to many awesome places to eat, cool places to shop, museums and galleries, festivals and events. 

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