Plan Your Trip
Make Pembroke your getaway this winter! Try these pre-planned guides to explore the heart of the Ottawa Valley.
#1: A Family's Weekend |
For the family looking for a weekend of fun, make your stay at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Centre or Best Western Pembroke Inn & Conference Centre which both feature an indoor pool. Friday night, enjoy dinner at one of our favourite family-friendly spots, like The Bonanza Restaurant. Saturday, begin the day at the Pembroke Public Library with storytime, exciting programs, and more for the kids to enjoy. Then, make your way to Joes Family Pizzeria for an affordable lunch for everyone. In the afternoon, head to nearby Laurentian Valley to see the LV Four Seasons Trail where you can skate or snowshoe together. Afterwards, enjoy dinner at Janna & Kerry's Over Easy Bar & Grill. Sunday, get your snow pants on and make a snow fort an abominable snowman would be jealous of at Pembroke's Waterfront Park. Afterwards, refuel with a lunch at Finnigan's Road House. End your weekend in Hockey Town Canada by seeing the Pembroke Lumber Kings in action at the historic Pembroke Memorial Centre on Sunday night before you make your way home. |
#2: The Adventurer's Weekend |
For those looking for an adventurous weekend, the Ottawa Valley is filled with excitement all year long. Make your stay at the Holiday Inn Express or Comfort Inn, both accessible by road or trail, to recharge between exciting days. On Friday night, enjoy a dinner at Nomada Tacos before heading out to Legends at Finnigan's for an evening of live music. Ask the bar for a Whitewater, the most popular local craft beer. Saturday, hit the road for a quick road trip to hit the slopes at Calabogie Peaks Resort. Then, make your way back to Pembroke for dinner at @Zaffran. Make your way down the street to Lasso Live to keep your night going for dancing and drinks to close out your Saturday. Sunday, grab breakfast at Irving Big Stop and make your way to Algonquin Park for a winter hike at Barron Canyon Trail. This will offer you a scenic view as you look back on a great weekend in the heart of the Ottawa Valley. |
#3: A Couple's Weekend |
For those looking for a romantic weekend, Pembroke has everything you need. Consider a stay at the historic Grey Gables Inn - an elegant hotel to feel like a VIP just steps away from downtown. On Friday night, visit Anthony's Italian Grill for dinner and drinks. Saturday, take it easy with a couple's massage at Urban Oasis Day Spa before taking a stroll through our downtown core to see a collection of different unique shops and boutiques. Be sure to check out Pick-it-Fence, Ottawa Valley Apparel, and Brimstone and Belladonna, some local favourites. Along the way, recharge with a snack at 7th Heaven Sweets or a coffee from Little Things Canning Company. For dinner Saturday, head to The Nook Creperie for a little taste of Paris in the Ottawa Valley.
On Sunday, grab breakfast and a smoothie at Zaytouna and reminisce on a relaxing getaway in the heart of the Ottawa Valley. |