Southampton, Ontario

High Street in Southampton is the perfect place to master the art of strolling. When strolling, every step is meaningful. Every step takes you closer to what you truly desire. It gives you pleasure - especially when holding the hand of your loved one. You become one and enjoy the nuances of your shared moment.

Once you have mastered the art of strolling in Southampton, you may put a little more thought into each step. You might begin to look at life differently. You soon realize that each moment is a gift, only noticeable when you slow down and stroll.

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Fill your day while you master the art of strolling in beautiful Southampton.

• Get set up for a paddle on the Saugeen River with Thorncrest Outfitters and then all you have to do is pick your access point – they will drop off the equipment or take you on a tour of the river.
• Ever heard of fat bikes? These bikes have wider tires that let you bike on the beach! Take out a rental bike from Martin's Bike Shop (fat, mountain or cycling) to take advantage of the local trails.
• Visit the lighthouses. Southampton’s most easily accessed lighthouse can be found on the north side of the Saugeen Rivers mouth, where the iconic Chantry Island lighthouse is only a boat tour away.
• Stroll your way into the Southampton Art Gallery to see a collection of work by local artists or join in on one of the art classes / workshops.
• Continue your strolling into the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre where you can take steps through time, revel in the 50,000+ artifacts or discover if you have family roots from Bruce County’s bygone days in the archives and research room.

Southampton’s all about the strolling. Strolling down main street means eyeing up the storefronts and there are more than a few stores you don’t want to miss.

Southampton Olive Oil Company offers a tasting extravaganza of olive oils and balsamic vinegars. It may seem a little odd to try the oil, but once you’ve taken that first tasting you’ll be sold. The Cooks Cupboard will entertain you with kitchenware and gadgets that take ordinary food to the extraordinary. L & Co., Infinite, Sisters on Huron and Preview provide chic clothing and intimates for Boomers, that can be equally embraced by their daughters.

With all that strolling, you’re going to work up an appetite! There’s lots of food options in the area, so you’re going to have a tough time choosing, but here we go …

• Armen’s creates delicious dishes inspired from journeys around the world that are hard to replicate at home. With an everchanging menu, it’s a sure-fire stop for something different.
• Located in a gorgeous turn-of-the-century homes, this restaurant focuses on locally sourced goodness in all their offerings. Elk & Finch also roasts their coffee on site – making it that perfect morning coffee spot or grab a spot on the wrap around porch for a nightcap.
• Sometimes the most unassuming place is the place to be. Built in 1852, the building was converted into a restaurant in 1915 and has been running ever since. The Walker House is a staple restaurant for locals and visitors alike.
• Enjoy a fresh brewed beer at Outlaw Brew Co and keep an eye out for their seasonal brews.
• Offshore Bakery is filled with all sorts of delicious fresh baked goodies including their famous flaxseed bread.

Chantry Breezes Bed and Breakfast is a gracious Victorian home with spacious wrap-around porches, patios, and flower gardens and offers the discerning visitor an exceptional standard of accommodation. Camp at the Dreamaker Family Campground on the shores of the Indian or Deer Ponds. Quality Inn is a new hotel, just steps away from the Saugeen River. Or find a cozy, private cottage to stay in with your group.