Port Stanley Travel Guide

  Peering out the harbour at Port Stanley
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  • Peering out the harbour at Port Stanley
      Peering out the harbour at Port Stanley
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  • Small beach at Port Stanley
      Small beach at Port Stanley
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  • Erie
      Erie "lobster" and salad
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  • Small beach on the right, Long beach on the left
      Small beach on the right, Long beach on...
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  • The artist studio above the garage is brand new
      The artist studio above the garage is...
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Explore Port Stanley

Things to Do  

Wander about town

Wander about town, Port Stanley

 Redlats Says:  We drove to the top of the hill behind the small beach and wandered around the houses. It is a mix of permanent residents, summer homes, art studios and the like. In September, it is hard to imagine what it would be like in high season.We also drove and wandered around town.... 

Walk the beaches

Walk the beaches, Port Stanley

 Redlats Says:  We are always searching out beaches to wander barefoot. In Port Stanley there is a long beach to walk west of town. We visited in September, and we had the beach primarily to ourselves. Still we got to walk two or three kilometres and skip round rocks into Lake Erie and play... 

The Beach

The Beach, Port Stanley

 pitahoda Says:  Port Stanley's public beach offers more than just swimming and sunbathing. There are many cottages on the beach to rent, shopping nearby, jet ski rentals, canoeing, beach volleyball, restaraunts/bars... 

Hotels  

Storytellers Loft: A Harbourview Loft

Storytellers Loft: A Harbourview Loft, Port Stanley

 pitahoda Says:  I would highly recommend this 2 bedroom loft that over looks the kettle creek harbour. This loft sleeps 6 people very comfortably including a pull out sofa. This loft is in an ideal spot. The loft is situated upstairs from Storytellers Cafe. Just walk downstairs for a... 

Kettle Creek Inn: Beautiful rooms with a great dining experience

Kettle Creek Inn: Beautiful rooms with a great dining experience, Port Stanley

 pitahoda Says:  Located on the main street of Port Stanley, This Victorian syle Inn is a wonderful place to stay or visit for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The food is EXCELLENT. In the summer your dining experience can be out in their courtyard..very beautiful! 

Restaurants  

M.E. & Suzies: The Lobster of Lake Erie

M.E. & Suzies: The Lobster of Lake Erie, Port Stanley

 Redlats Says:  After a morning of walking the Lake Erie beach, we were interested in lunch. Suzie's had this sign about "The lobster of Lake Erie!", so we had to try that. The meals turned out to be fish and chips, but quite tasty. It is a local, small town restaurant, open on a... 

Storytellers Cafe and Bistro: Join Lynne, formally of San Saba!

Storytellers Cafe and Bistro: Join Lynne, formally of San Saba!, Port Stanley

 pitahoda Says:  If you know Lynne of San Saba, then you know how she goes the extra mile in order for you to have a wonderful experience. The food is fantastic! Aps include PEI lemon curry mussels, Shrimp Aioli, Crabcakes, Brie...Entrees include Surf and Turf, Brie Stuffed Chicken, Daily... 

GT's Bar and Grill: Good Times on the Beach

GT's Bar and Grill: Good Times on the Beach, Port Stanley

 pitahoda Says:  GT's is a local bar located right on the main public beach! With it's open concept, you can sit on one of the many decks for lunch/dinner and cocktails, participate in a game of beach volleyball on one of GT's 4 nets, right on the beach! Music and live bands entertain every... 

Shopping  

Buy Dawns Light: Gifts and Jonathon Hayes Art Gallery
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One of Jonathon Hayes' Port Stanley paintings

This gift shop is also features the work of Jonathon Hayes. This local artist has created a name for himself in and outside of Port Stanley. He is known for his extreme attention to detail. He once said that there is easily one million brush strokes in each painting.
You may purchase originals or Limited Edition S/N prints.

What to buy: There are a lot of local artists and galleries in town. Many antique and gift shops are located in downtown Port Stanley.

Updated Dec 22, 2003

Address: 291 Bridge Street

Phone: 519-782-7997

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 Arts and Culture
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Local Customs  

HAVE FUN!!!!
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One night at the Pierside pub with the band, TROLE

Port Stanley night life is great for both young and not so young. But one thing the locals know how to do..and that is to have fun!

Updated May 13, 2003

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 Beer Tasting
 Music
 Festivals

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Off The Beaten Path  

Experience a night with "TROLE"
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Trole Promo Picture

The Pierside pub frequently has a band named "TROLE". If you're in the neighborhood on a weekend that they are in town..go see them perform! These guys are so full of energy and they seem to share it with their audiences.
You will see Trole make it big some day..so see them now in a small venue setting before it's too late!

Written May 13, 2003

Website: http://www.trole.org

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Favorites  

Blue Skies and Beaches
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Port Stanley Harbourside, by Jonathon Hayes

Favorite thing: My favorite thing about Port Stanley is definately the Beach! Once you get to the beach, there are many things to do besides just swimming and sunbathing. Join in on a game of beach volleyball, rent jet skies or paddleboats, have lunch/dinner at GT's on the Beach, or try the famous Mackie's Fries...it's never ending!

Written May 13, 2003

Related to:
 Romantic Travel and Honeymoons
 Beaches
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