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Aylmer is located within the County of Elgin with many attractions to see and do for people of all ages. This area is rich in history, and has many points of interest from wineries, to beaches, village treasures, marine museums, agricultural delights and more!
You can scroll area attractions below, or you can download the Explore Our Treasures Brochure showcasing Aylmer, Malahide, and Bayham's best attractions! This 8-panel brochure, opens up to a full map of all the attractions for your road trip or reference. You can also pick up your copy at the Aylmer Town Hall, the Township of Malahide office, or the Township of Bayham office.
![]() | Tundra Swans - Keep your eyes on the sky!
With an early arrival last spring, birdwatchers have their eyes to the sky awaiting the arrival of the Tundra Swans migrating from Baffin Islands! Learn more about the Tundra Swan Migration in Aylmer here! |
![]() | Farmtown Canada
Farmtown Canada features an 1850 heritage log cabin and hobby farm along with nostalgic antiques, fields with Haflinger horses, animal stations and displays making this a great site for young and old. Pack a picnic and enjoy our parkette and play area, experience the rustic rural atmosphere, relax and sit a while, or help the charity by purchasing souvenirs at Trinkets & Trash. 46703 Mapleton Line, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Cobblestones Gift and Art Gallery
The carriage house at Cobblestones features Shelley's paintings along with many gift ideas, and items from days of past that are sure to stimulate inspiration, nourish passion, and energize imagination. Shelley tells a story with brushes & acrylic paints that is quite unique. Her paintings are bright, inviting, delightful, and her recordings of even the tiniest details magically draw the viewer into the paintings time & time again. 48664 John Wise Line, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Rush Creek Wines
Relax in the picturesque rural setting of Rush Creek Wines, and enjoy an exceptional offering of award winning fruit wines from zeros to rich dessert wines. Step up to the tasting bar and taste the wines of Rush Creek. Tours by appointment, licensed picnic area, and free use of the BBQ, gift store, wine jellies, wine vinegars, bread dippers, brushetta bar, and much more is available. Come to the country where great tastes & memorable experiences begin! Open 7 days a week. 48995 Jamestown Line, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Pinecroft
Pinecroft has been a unique destination in Elgin County for over 64 years. Nestled beside an expansive pond and under the bows of towering pines several original log cabins host a bed and breakfast, gift shop, restaurant and music cabin. Enjoy homemade bread, seasonal specials and country inspired cooking that all feature local produce and fruit. Stroll the grounds and visit the studio to see the potters at work or enjoy one of the many summer music productions on an outside stage. Open seven days a week year round. 8122 Rogers Rd. South, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | The Woodpecker
Amish built furniture, constructed from solid wood and assembled by hand. Hand-crafted to last for many years, most items can be custom built to your size specification. Complete dining rooms, bedrooms, cabinets, tables, chairs, and more. Visit the modern showroom while taking a step back in time. 9576/9600 Walker Road, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Gay Lea Dairy Heritage Museum
Owned and operated by Gay Lea Foods Co-operative, this museum is dedicated to preserving Ontario's dairy heritage. The van Kasteren family share their collection of milking machines, cream separators, bottles, and delivery wagons. Visitors are encouraged to explore the unique ecosystem of the Carolinian forest in which the museum is situated. 48075 Jamestown Line, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Minerva Art Gallery and Custom Framing
Minerva Art Gallery provides high quality fine art for the collector. The unique collection includes major artists from Canada, art from around the world, and local artists who will meet and exceed your expectations. 11078 Springwater Rd, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Tarandowah Golfers Club
Designed in the spirit of the great British Open venues, Tarandowah has won numerous awards for its unique links-style experience. It is wind swept and has undulating fairways and greens protected by deep, sod-faced bunkers, and bordered by wispy fescue grasses. Experience pure golf today! 15125 Putnam Road, Avon, ON
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![]() | From the Meadow
From the Meadow specializes in the creation of natural healing products; creams, massage oils, soap, and bath products. Visit the "farmacy" and by chance see the products in production or enjoy an impromptu herb walk. 3881 Avon Drive, Belmont, ON
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![]() | Clovermead
Come experience the wonderful world of honey bees! See the bees up close behind a glass wall, taste the sweetness of honey and enjoy a country, family experience. Clovermead has trails to stroll down, farm animals to visit, go carts to take a spin on, straw mountains to climb and loads more of family fun activities. 11302 Imperial Road, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Port Bruce
Imperial Road ends at Port Bruce, the popular Lake Erie boating and fishing destination is home to wonderful sunsets in any season. |
![]() | Springwater
Campground facilities and a day use area are available - May to October - including 100 metres of sandy beach, fishing platforms, canoe and paddle boat rentals, children's playground, surrounded by massive, towering stands of hardwood and white pine. During the month of March there are weekend activities for the Maple Syrup Festival. 47719 Conservation Line, Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Aylmer Wildlife Management Area
Our four season wildlife area ensures there is always something to see. Shorebirds & landbirds arrive and depart in successive waves depending on the time of year. Perhaps the best place in North America to see wild swans up close, the Tundra Swan viewing begins in March. Currently there are trails, four wildlife viewing stands with parking, interpretive signs and brochures, pit washrooms and 3 hunting blinds with parking. 10594 Hacienda Rd., Aylmer, ON
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![]() | Ontario Police College
The college is built on the grounds of the former Royal Canadian Air Force Station Aylmer, which was constructed as part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan during World War II. Read more about the Ontario Police College |
![]() | Heritage Line Herbs
Specializing in potted herbs, with a long line of herbal blends and teas. This is a unique experience with well-priced herbs, and blends as well as hundreds of gifts. |
![]() | Port Burwell Provincial Park
Come stroll the Port Burwell Provincial Park 1 km self interpretive trail that leads through a Carolinian forest and more than 200 campsites! Port Burwell, ON
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![]() | Eden Golf Course
This well maintained 9 hole golf course winds around scenic ravines, and mature trees with water coming into play on 4 holes. Challenging enough for lower handicap golfers yet not overly difficult for mid to high handicap golfers.
9632 Culloden Rd, Straffordville, ON
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![]() | Gold Star Alpacas
Gold Star Alpacas is a high-quality alpaca-breeding enterprise and helps to promote the Canadian Alpaca Industry. Gold Star Alpacas also hosts and participates in special events, and sells quality apparel, gifts, and yarns. 12062 Plank Rd (Hwy #19) at Eden
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![]() | Edison Museum
The house where the museum is located was built in 1853 on ground once owned by the Edison Family. Helen and Douglas Howard donated the house to the village for the purpose of creating a museum. Visit the Inventor's Room, which contains variations of earlier light bulbs, storage batteries, as well as an experiment involving Thomas Edison and his friends, Henry Ford and Harvey Firestone. Open Mid-May to Labour Day. 14 Snow Street, Vienna ON
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![]() | Marine Museum
Located across from the historic 1840's Lighthouse in Port Burwell, the Marine Museum houses one of the finest collections of lighthouse lenses on the Great Lakes. For an amazing view of Port Burwell and Lake Erie, climb to the top of the historic lighthouse after your visit to the Marine Museum. Open Mid-May to Labour Day. 20 Pitt Street, Port Burwell ON
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![]() | Port Burwell Provincial Park Beach
Come and enjoy our 2 km sandy beach with warm Lake Erie water shallow enough for young children to play in. Relax in the grassy, shaded picnic area, or explore the nearby pet exercise area. 9 Wilson Lane, Port Burwell ON
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