A view of the Indigenous area in Sainte-Marie-au-Pays-des-Hurons, including a longhouse, wigwam, and hospital

Operating dates and hours

Open daily from May 3 to October 13

7 days a week
10:00 am to 5:00 pm

CANADA STRONG PASS

July 21 to September 2, 2025

In support of the Canada Strong Pass, we are offering free or reduced admission for visitors 24 years of age and under. Special Events, specialized programs and groups are not included in Canada Strong Pass promotion.

  • No sign-ups. No physical pass required. Just come in and enjoy these limited-time admission benefits:
    • Free general admission for children and youth aged 17 and under
    • 50% off general admission fees for young adults aged 18 to 24
  • Promotion cannot be combined with other discounts.
  • To learn more about the Canada Strong Pass visit the Government of Canada website.

Canada Strong Pass Summer Promotion

July 21 to September 2, 2025
(Special Events excluded / Cannot be combined with other discounts)

VisitorAdmission rates (tax included)
Adults (25-64)$15
Seniors (65+)$12
Young adults (18-24)$7.50
Canada Strong Promotion
Students (13-17)FREE
Canada Strong Promotion
Youth (6-12)FREE
Canada Strong Promotion
Children (0-5)FREE
Indigenous Persons
Canadian Armed Forces members
Ontario Teachers
(with valid Ontario ID)
FREE

*Please note that the complimentary admission programs for Ontario Teachers, Members of the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as First Nations, Métis and Inuit people do not apply to specialized events, guided tours and group bookings. Reciprocal programs, including complimentary admission between the Martyrs’ Shrine and Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, also do not apply to special events, guided tours or group bookings.

Interested in a guided tour?

Guided tour hours and availability vary by time of year. Learn more about how to take a deeper dive into the complex of story of Sainte-Marie on our guided tours webpage.

Plusieurs visiteurs et interprètes historiques costumés à regarder une demonstration du canal à Sainte-Marie
Un interprète historique costumé démontre une ancienne technique de commencer un feu, pour une famille de touristes

Daily Historic Demonstrations:

  • Fire Starting Demonstrations:
    En Pilier #19
    • 11:00am
    • 1:30 pm
  • Waterway Presentations:
    Waterway #18
    • 11:30 am
    • 2:00 pm
  • Storytelling:
    Christian Longhouse #25
    • 12:00 pm
    • 2:30 pm
  • Indigenous Games:
    Christian Shelter #26
    • 12:30 pm
    • 3:00 pm
  • 17th Century Medicine:
    Hospital #28
    • 1:00 pm
    • 3:30 pm
Exposition de Génie autochtone avec les logos

Anishinaabewin Maamninendimowin – Indigenous Ingenuity

A travelling exhibition presented by Indigenous Tourism Ontario and Science North

Sainte-Marie is thrilled to host the Anishinaabewin Maamninendimowin: Pane Gii-Bite exhibit – also known as Indigenous Ingenuity: Timeless Inventions!

This captivating exhibit blends science, culture and fun to ignite pride in and appreciation for the incredible innovations of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities.

Admission rates: Self-guided season
Sept. 3 – Oct. 13

VisitorPrice
Adults$13 tax inc.
Seniors (65+)
Students (13+)
Youth (6 to 12)
$10 tax inc.
Children 5 and underFREE
Indigenous Persons
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces
Ontario Teachers
(with valid ID)
FREE
Two people looking at a map and standing on the bastion at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons

What’s included in your admission

May 3 to October 13

  • Access the fully reconstructed mission community of Sainte-Marie
  • Watch an introductory video on the story of the historic mission headquarters
  • Connect with friendly and knowledgeable costumed historical interpreters (limited during self-guided season)
  • Visit the Church of Saint-Joseph, where the graves of Canadian Martyrs Father Jean de Brébeuf and Gabriel Lalemant are located
  • Learn the story of Sainte-Marie with a free audio tour, accessible through the Huronia Historical Parks app
  • Meet our friendly farm animals in the stables
  • View some of North America’s oldest stone masonry
  • Experience our award-winning interactive indoor museum
  • Shop for gifts and souvenirs in our retail store, Flint & Timber Co.
  • Discover culinary delights at Restaurant Sainte-Marie
  • Free same-day admission to the Martyrs Shrine (proof of purchase required)

*Guided tours available for an additional $5 per person.

When you visit this attraction or attend an event here, you’re entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. By entering the premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.

Interpreter and group of young children sit around a table in a historic building

Group visits

Explore guided tours, self-guided visits, hands-on activities and tailored programs for groups of all ages. Larger groups may be eligible for reduced admission rates. Complete our group booking request form today!

Four person Indigenous drum circle

Events

We offer fun and dynamic events all year round! Events have separate admission rates. Please check event webpages for details. Some of our larger events include First Light and National Indigenous Peoples Day.

Aerial view of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, including the Wye River, historical reconstruction, and visitors'ce centre

Deals & packages

During our visitors’ season, your receipt gets you 50% off at Discovery Harbour. Indigenous people, Ontario teachers, and members of the Canadian Armed Forces may gain free entry with valid ID.

Good to know…

Please allow about 1.5 hours for your visit – more if you opt to book a guided tour.
Rates are subject to change. A support person accompanying a paying visitor with a disability is eligible for free admission.

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: