Rideau Canal Visitor Centre
Rideau Canal National Historic Site
The Rideau Canal Visitor Information Centre is closed for public visitation.
Housed in a 19th century stone mill, the Rideau Canal Visitor Centre is the flagship interpretation centre for the historic Rideau Canal system — a National Historic Site of Canada, a designated Canadian Heritage River, and a UNESCO World Heritage destination. Near the Visitor Centre you will find the impressive modern hydraulic system at the Smiths Falls Combined Locks as well as the original 3-lift manual system built by Lt. Col. By in 1829.
Features and services
- Visitor information services
- Trip planning assistance
- 3 floors of exhibits bringing to life the history of the canal
- Children’s area and activities
- Rideau Xplorers program and Club Parka activities
- Enhanced programming
Facilities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Washrooms
- Auditorium (available for rent)
- Bus parking (please call ahead)
Group tours
To book a group, please phone: (613) 283-5170.
Come visit us
Location: 34 Beckwith St. S, Smiths Falls, ON
Date: Monday to Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
Phone number: (613) 283-5170 (or 1-888-773-8888)
Email address: pc.rideau.pc@canada.ca
Parks Canada Administration
Date: Monday to Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm; by appointment)
- Special Events permitting
- Purchase boating passes and permits
- Shoreline and In-Water Works Consultation/Permitting
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