Students’ Favourite Sudbury Scenes

It’s that time of year again… school. With three different post secondary schools, Cambrian College, Laurentian University and Collège Boréal, Sudbury has a lot to offer students! 

Whether you grew up in Sudbury or you just moved here for school, it is crucial to find the perfect student hang out and we’re here to help! After spending the summer in Sudbury, we’ve created a list of our personal favourite student-friendly activities and hotspots for when you need a break from the books!

  1. ARC Climbing Yoga Fitness

Take an intro class for aerial yoga or show off your expert skills on one of ARC’s rock climbing walls. #Yogi #Namaste #Climbing

1981 Old Burwash Rd, Sudbury, ON             |           (705) 222-8464

  1. Lake Laurentian Conservation Area

Close to Laurentian U and Downtown, these 2,415 acres of green space provide scenic tranquility for hiking, picnicking and reconnecting with nature. #GetOutside #Hike #DiscoverON

South Bay Road, Sudbury, ON         

  1. Northern Exotics

Discover almost 100 different species from around the world with a hands-on experience you’ll never forget. #AnimalKingdom #WildLife #AnimalLover

517 Kathleen Street, Sudbury                        |           (705) 470-3332

  1. Northern Axperts

Release your inner lumberjack with friends and family at this rustic axe throwing lounge. 

#AxeThrowing #Lumberjack #Plaid

63 Cedar Street, Sudbury       |           (705) 662-3810

  1. Wolves and Five Games

Grab your foam fingers and face paint and come cheer on our Sudbury Wolves OHL hockey team and the Sudbury Five NBL basketball team at the Sudbury Arena. #WeAreWolves #CanadasGame #OHL #SudburyFive #LevelUp #NBLC9

240 Elgin Street, Sudbury       |           (705) 671-2489 

Photo courtesy of The Sudbury Five Facebook
  1. Moonlight Beach

One of Sudbury’s hidden treasures, this beach’s lengthy waterfront, picnic areas, and playground are an outdoor haven from the hustle and bustle of our busy city. #FunInTheSun #BeachDay #SudburySummer

Moonlight Beach Road, Sudbury

  1. Sudbury Kartways

Race your friends on go-karts, practice your swing in the batting cages or sink a putt at mini golf. #VroomVroom #Swing #GetOutside

842 Notre Dame Ave, Sudbury          |           (705) 566-9266  

  1. Discover Downtown

Shop Sudbury’s local artisans while taking in the outdoor murals that paint our downtown core with life. #Downtown #ShopLocal

7 Cedar Street, Sudbury         |           (705) 674-5115

  1. Dynamic Earth & The Big Nickel

Take a selfie with the Big Nickel and go seven stories underground for an authentic mining tour. #7StoriesDown #BigNickel #Mining

122 Big Nickel Mine Drive, Sudbury |           (705) 522-3701

  1. Laser Tag at KUPP

Compete with your squad in a game of playful warfare at Sudbury’s first laser tag facility! #LaserTag #Winning

1965 Lasalle Boulevard, Sudbury       |           (705) 586-0926

 

On the hunt for local events and more fun things to do in Sudbury? Check out our events calendar and www.discoversudbury.ca!

By Emily O'Connell, Morgan Zazulak and Steven Johnston

About Emily O'Connell

Emily is a full time university student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Education and Languages. She enjoys all things outdoors, fitness and food! 

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