Katie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Hillcrest Park
High StreetMost beautiful views of the sleeping giant.
World class views of the city, sleeping giant and Lake Superior, but must have a car. Trust me you want to go here if you can.
13 locals recommend
Mount McKay Scenic Lookout
Mount McKay Lookout DriveWorld class views of the city, sleeping giant and Lake Superior, but must have a car. Trust me you want to go here if you can.
Marina Park
Marina Park DriveBeautiful views of the sleeping giant and walking trails.
Goods and Co.
251 Red River RdCute indoor market hosting local artisans and producers.
Food scene
The Persian Man
899 Tungsten StPersians are a very popular dessert unique to Thunder Bay.
Tomlin
202 1/2 Red River RdBest fine dining in town. Casual atmosphere. World class food 👌🏼
The Woodside bar
251 Red River RoadGreat place to get a cocktail.
The Sovereign Room
220 Red River RdGreat place to get a beer.
Sleeping Giant Brewing Company
712 Macdonell StGreat place to hang out for a beer.
Excellent market on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
8 locals recommend
Thunder Bay Country Market
425 Northern AveExcellent market on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
St Paul Roastery
11 St Paul StBest coffee in Canada.
Traveler advice
Customs and culture
Drinking water
There is an issue with lead service pipes to most of the houses in the city, including ours. The city provides every home with lead water filters which look like blue Brita filters. Be sure to drink filtered water when going into homes, reataurants are okay.