Discovering the Waterfront Walking Tour

This tour follows Lakeshore Drive between Memorial Square and the Southshore Community Centre.

Click here to download the Discovering the Waterfront Walking Tour guide

Grand Trunk Railway Station - Discovering the Waterfront Walking Tour

"The Allandale station was designed in 1905 by the Grand Trunk Railway (Canadian National Railways after 1918) to offer patrons modern day comforts. The architectural firm of Spier and Rohns integrated a new passenger depot and elegant restaurant, with an existing brick office building. Each was linked by an open breezeway. The station featured a tower and a waiting room with a commanding view of approaching trains...." (more)

The tour is sponsored by Heritage Barrie to highlight the heritage of the City of Barrie. Printed copies can be obtained from Barrie City Hall, or the Barrie Public Library.

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