The Best Places to Visit in Peterborough (According to Locals)

by Tara Meldrum

If you’re visiting Peterborough for the first time, you might be wondering… where do you even start?

So I asked the people who know it best — locals.

I posted on social media:
“If someone was coming to Peterborough for the first time, where are you sending them?”

Here’s what they said 👇

☕ Coffee Shops You Can’t Miss

Start your day with one of these local favourites:

Silver Bean Café — right on the water, one of the most scenic coffee spots in the city (with a second location inside the Canadian Canoe Museum)
Cork & Bean — downtown staple with great energy
East City Coffee Shop — cozy, community-focused vibe (great breakfast too!)

Looking for something easy and satisfying?

When it’s time to sit down and enjoy a great meal:

There’s more than just great food here:

Canadian Canoe Museum — a must-see and uniquely Canadian experience
Riverview Park & Zoo — free, family-friendly, and beautifully maintained
Peterborough Lift Lock — one of the most iconic landmarks in the area
First Five Club Peterborough – A calm, thoughtfully designed play place for little ones — and the people raising them.

A few more spots that came up again and again:

By the Bridge
Salti Yoga — if you’re looking to move, reset, or try something new while you’re in town

Whether you’re here for a weekend or thinking about making a move, Peterborough has a lot to offer — and this list is just the beginning.

The best part?
Every single recommendation came from people who live here and love it.

Did we miss your go-to spot?
Send me a message or comment on social — I’d love to keep building this list.

Tara Meldrum, REALTOR®
Coldwell Banker Electric Realty, Brokerage
tmeldrum@cbelectricrealty.ca
www.tarameldrum.com

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