Faux animal hide is laid out on table for historical costume fabrication

Groups & Travel Trade

Step back in time to 17th century Canada on Georgian Bay. Experience Ontario’s oldest European community and one of Canada’s National Historical Sites. Explore, hear the legends in the Longhouse and join in. Experience life at this historic French Jesuit mission in the heart of the Huron-Wendat First Nation. Sainte-Marie now stands re-created on its original location where the compelling story is brought to life.

 

2025 Group Rates*

CategorySelf-Guided Tour
(admission only)
Guided Tour
(admission & guide)
Adults$12.00$17.00
Seniors (65+)
Students (13+)
Youth (6-12)
$9.50$14.50
Children 5 and underFreeFree

*Rates include tax. Rates are not valid for special events and are subject to change. A minimum of 15 participants is required to qualify for a group rate. Groups must book in advance and pay altogether.

NOTE: The free admission program with the Martyrs’ Shrine does not apply to group bookings.

A costumed historical interpreter leans against a door jam, smiling

2025 Dates and Hours

  • Pre-booked Groups (15 people minimum)
    • April 1 to April 26: Tuesday to Saturday
    • May 3 to October 14: 7 days/week
    • October 15 to October 31: Monday to Friday
  • 10 am to 5 pm
  • Contact us for guided tours availability
  • Teachers: visit our Education page for school programs & rates
Deux visiteurs debout sur le bastion à Sainte-Marie-au-pays-des-Hurons, à regarder les jardins historiques

Questions?

Contact our Tour Coordinator at 705-427-2983

Audio tours available in English, French and German

Explore Sainte-Marie at your own pace with our online guided audio tour, accessible on our website to enhance your self-guided journey.

Our address is:

16164 Highway 12 East, Midland, ON, L4R 4K8

There is ample free parking for visitors including those with RVs and buses. Once parked, make you way to our Visitors Centre located at the Main Entrance. We also have bike racks available for cyclists coming from the Tay trail and picnic areas, weather permitting.

Une photo aérienne de Sainte-Marie-au-pays-des-Hurons et la rivière Wye

Need more info?

Please contact us if you have any questions: