St. Jacobs

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Nestled in the heart of Ontario's picturesque countryside, St. Jacobs is a charming village that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. The village is known for its thriving Mennonite community, and visitors can explore the historic St. Jacobs Farmers' Market, which is the largest year-round farmers' market in Canada. Here, they can browse through a wide array of fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and delicious local delicacies.

For those seeking outdoor adventure, St. Jacobs is surrounded by lush farmland and rolling hills, making it an ideal destination for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The nearby St. Jacobs Country Playhouse also offers a range of theatrical performances and musical productions, providing entertainment for visitors of all ages.

History enthusiasts will appreciate the village's rich heritage, with attractions such as the St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway showcasing a miniature world of trains and landscapes, and the St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre, a beautifully restored 1867 schoolhouse that hosts a variety of live performances and events.

For a taste of local culture, visitors can explore the St. Jacobs Village, where they can shop for unique handmade crafts, artisanal goods, and one-of-a-kind souvenirs. The village is also home to a variety of restaurants and cafes, offering a diverse range of culinary experiences, from traditional Mennonite cuisine to international flavors.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°32'20"N, 80°33'15"W

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St. Jacobs – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, Conestoga Mall, Grey Silo Golf Course, Brubacher House.

5.3 miS
Museum, Art gallery
Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, Waterloo
136 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Waterloo, Ontario, the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery stands as a beacon of contemporary art, dedicated to exhibiting and collecting ceramic, glass, enamel, and stained glass works. This specialized art gallery is a treasure trove for art...
3.2 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Conestoga Mall, Waterloo
81 min walk • Conestoga Mall is a shopping mall located at 550 King Street North in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Located at King Street's interchange with the Conestoga Parkway, it is the largest shopping centre in Waterloo, and third-largest in Waterloo Region.
3.5 miSE
Golf
Grey Silo Golf Course, Waterloo
89 min walk • Grey Silo Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf course located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Opened in 2000 and owned by the city of Waterloo, the course is within RIM Park along the Grand River. Designed by Steve Young, it was the host course of the Manulife Financial LPGA Classic, a 72-hole event on the LPGA Tour, from 2012 to 2014.
4.4 miS
Museum, Specialty museum
Brubacher House, Waterloo
112 min walk • Brubacher House is a historic house museum in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada which showcases the home life of 19th century Mennonite pioneers in Waterloo County. The house was built in 1850 or 1851 by the Mennonite community for the Brubacher family. It and its attached farmland were sold in 1965 to the University of Waterloo.
4.6 miS
Park
University of Waterloo Faculty of Mathematics, Waterloo
117 min walk • The Faculty of Mathematics is one of six faculties of the University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Ontario, offering over 500 courses in mathematics, statistics and computer science. The Faculty also houses the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, formerly the Faculty's computer science department. There are over 31,000 alumni.
4.9 miNE
Bridge
West Montrose Covered Bridge, Waterloo
124 min walk • West Montrose Covered Bridge, also known as the "Kissing Bridge", is a covered bridge in West Montrose, Ontario, within Waterloo Region, one of the oldest covered bridges in Canada.
4 miN
Sport complex, Civic center, Hockey
Woolwich Memorial Centre, Elmira
102 min walk • The Woolwich Memorial Centre is a recreation facility in Elmira, Ontario, Canada. The facility is operated by the Township of Woolwich. The Woolwich Memorial Centre comprises two NHL-sized ice surfaces, two pools, a fitness centre and walking track.
4.7 miS
Square
Quantum Nano Quad, Waterloo
120 min walk • Mike & Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre is a research and development laboratory for quantum information science and nanotechnology at the University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
4 miS
Park
Laurel Creek Conservation Area, Kitchener
102 min walk • Laurel Creek Conservation Area, or simply Laurel Creek, is a park located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The park is owned by the Grand River Conservation Authority.
4.8 miS
Seminary
Waterloo Lutheran Seminary, Waterloo
123 min walk • Martin Luther University College, formerly Waterloo Lutheran Seminary, is a seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada federated with the nondenominational Wilfrid Laurier University, located in Waterloo, Ontario.
4.4 miS
Museum
University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science, Waterloo
112 min walk • The School of Optometry and Vision Science is one of the professional schools at the University of Waterloo. It is a school within the university's Faculty of Science and is the larger of the two optometry schools in Canada.