Georgina’s downtowns each offer their own distinct charm, making them must-visit destinations for tourists seeking authentic lakeside experiences.
- Jackson’s Point: A vibrant, walkable waterfront community with restaurants, shops, nearby beaches and accommodations. As Ontario’s first cottage country destination, it also offers direct access to Lake Simcoe, Sibbald Point Provincial Park, a public harbour, and top-tier golf.
- Keswick: The Town’s largest commercial hub where visitors can enjoy a mix of essential shopping, unique dining options and local attractions. The Stephen Leacock Theatre is located within the heart of Keswick’s Uptown core, while the ROC and Georgina Military Museum are just a short drive from the main commercial areas, offering even more to explore.
- Sutton: A historic, pedestrian-friendly downtown with small-town charm. Explore its unique shops and eateries, admire heritage facades, visit the Georgina Farmers’ Market, or experience arts and culture at the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture.
- Pefferlaw: Step back in time in this quaint downtown where historic streetscapes meet modern life. Browse local shops and enjoy casual dining at small-town restaurants, then head to the nearby Pefferlaw Sports Zone for outdoor recreation and family fun.
Why visit?
Whether you're seeking lakeside leisure, cultural experiences, historic charm or vibrant shopping and dining, Georgina’s downtowns offer a welcoming escape that’s close to beaches, parks and year-round attractions.
Jackson's Point and Sutton walking tour
Jackson's Point
Before it became a beloved getaway destination, Jackson’s Point was a peaceful lakeside farming community. By the late 1800s, grand estate homes transformed into hotels, and quaint cottages were repurposed into dance halls and restaurants. Visitors arrived by boat, train and trolley to enjoy summers by the lake – often for just $40 a season or $1 for a night’s stay. Families came for the swimming, boating, fishing, golfing and the timeless charm of lakeside living.
Sutton
What began as a small village of around 100 residents has grown into a vibrant and welcoming community. In its early days, Sutton was home to a tannery, tavern, school, post office, blacksmith, shoemaker, cloth factory and wool mill. Today, this charming downtown has evolved into a hub of unique shops, cozy cafés, inviting restaurants, and local businesses that serve both the growing population and visitors from nearby Toronto – just an hour’s drive away.
One of Sutton’s most iconic landmarks is the former Mansion House Hotel, one of the oldest buildings on the main street. From the mid-1800s to the mid-1900s, it hosted travellers from near and far—rooms were once just $1 a night.
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