Things to do in Orillia
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Leacock Museum
Orillia was the home of humorist Stephen Leacock, whose sequence of stories entitled Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town was a spoof about country life. In 1928 he built a lavish waterfront house that has since become the Leacock Museum. In July the museum hosts the Leacock Summer Festival, a well-regarded literary festival; tickets to readings cost $8 to $13.
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Paul Weber
Just 12km north of Orillia on Hwy 11, this legendary grill-hut lures passers-by with cheap eats and a shmancy sky bridge to nab commuters on the far side of the highway. Endless lines of lip-lickers form for food, as though the burgers and fries have curative powers, which, of course, is the opposite of the truth. Now if only angioplasties were as cheap as the food…
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Mariposa Market
It’s a bit like dining inside a Christmas stocking, but this half-bakery, half-knickknack shack is a feast for the eyes as well as the mouth. Try the assortment of savory pastries for a light lunch, grab a dessert, and shop around for candles and figurines.
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Casino Rama
The Aboriginal-owned Casino Rama is also a stage for the touring circuit: think Drew Carey or Captain & Tennille. A courtesy shuttle links major accommodations chains with the kitschy casino.
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Orillia Opera House
The turreted Orillia Opera House hosts a variety of productions including the likes of Cats and Oklahoma!
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