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Enjoy a location packed with on-site amenities. From dining to entertainment and relaxation, Caesars Windsor has it all.
The award-winning Four Diamond hotel offers guestrooms and suites overlooking the beautiful Windsor riverfront. The Colosseum features headline entertainment in the 5,000 seat theatre. With non-stop slot and table gaming, try Blackjack, Roulette, Mini Baccarat, Craps, or Poker. Explore the endless culinary variety of eateries only at Caesars Windsor.
The Tower of Freedom Underground Railroad Monument is one half of the International Underground Railroad Memorial created by sculptor Ed Dwight. This half honours the flight of freedom seekers from the U.S. crossing into Canada by depicting their arrival and overwhelming emotion when encountering freedom.
Visit this vibrant addition to the heart of downtown Windsor – a festival destination for residents and visitors with a beautiful new ice rink in the winter months, and a water feature in spring and summer. Exciting seasonal programming is available on site.
Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island is the official Destination Marketing Organization for Windsor, Essex County & Pelee Island. Here you will find information on the things to do and see in the area.
You won't need a seance, but you might need to 'ride the rails' to find Windsor's Spirit.
Experience Windsor/Detroit’s waterfront with Windsor Premier Cruises. The 2 Hr Sightseeing Cruise is fully commentated and highlights historical landmarks and history of the area.
From May to November the largest Canadian flag in Windsor flies along the riverfont. Due to its size and weight, a three-person crew and a lift truck are required to manage installation of this national symbol of pride.
Situated in the heart of the Great Lakes Basin, this river connects Lake St. Clair with Lake Erie and is currently the busiest international waterway in North America.
As a key transportation route, it allowed for the development of community and industry on both sides of the border. It was the site of major battles, the first permanent agricultural community in Ontario, played an important role during Prohibition, and was a terminus of the Underground Railroad. In 2001, it became the first river to receive both Canadian and American heritage river status.
Visit the Legacy Beacon for incredible scenic waterfront views, food & beverage options, & tours of one of Windsor’s restored transportation treasures.
The Windsor Sculpture Park is a unique outdoor gallery showcasing more than 31 large-scale, internationally recognized works of contemporary sculpture by world-renowned artists. The 'museum without walls' is located on the shores of the Detroit River between Festival Plaza and the Ambassador Bridge. For a map of the sculptures, click HERE
AWE is this largest public art gallery in Southwestern Ontario, and is nationally recognized for its diverse collection and changing exhibition program featuring contemporary, Indigenous, and historical Canadian art. Explore close to 4,000 works of art from some of Canada’s most exciting artists.
Dive into the state-of-the-art Olympic-style pool at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre Presented by WFCU Credit Union (WIATC). This 71-metre by 25-metre, 10-lane pool features two moveable bulkheads that allow for multiple configurations! WIATIC also features a dive tower with five platforms and two springboards platforms.
Windsor’s premier museum featuring permanent exhibits on the history of the Windsor area, temporary exhibits, the Original Peoples Culture & Legacy exhibit, a state-of-the-art Children’s Gallery, and a gift shop with souvenirs for visitors of all ages. Visit the website for info on current exhibits.
This statue honours the legacy of a pioneering abolitionist, teacher, and author, who, in 1994, was designated a Person of National Historic Significance in Canada. She came to Windsor in 1850 where she worked as a teacher. In 1853, she became the first Black woman in North America to publish a weekly newspaper when she established "The Provincial Freeman", which championed abolitionism. She was an activist for numerous causes including the abolition of slavery, temperance, women's rights, and education. She also became the first Black woman to vote in a national election.
This National Historic Site of Canada is run by Museum Windsor and features exhibitions highlighting aspects of Windsor's history that were important to the history of this house: Windsor’s French Roots, the War of 1812, and Windsor and the 1838 Rebellion.
Images Courtesy of: Museum Windsor & C.L. Menard at City of Windsor Cultural Affairs Archive
With a stunning view of the Detroit skyline, this 1,200 seat entertainment venue, showcases comedy, concerts, kids' shows, live musical theatre and more!
WIFF Alley is an entertainment corridor connecting the venues for the Windsor International Film Festival (WIFF) and was painted by Denial, Derkz and Kristina Bradt. The "Rose City" mural, depicts rose petals blowing off an outstretched palm of one's hand and transforming into fully formed flowers. The sculpture "Blockbuster" by Daniel Bombardier is a tornado of film familiarities.
WIFF is a leading arts and culture event in Windsor, and presents over 200 films every autumn. Visit our website for details on this year's festival.
This theatre is an Ontario Heritage Site designed by Toronto architect Thomas White Lamb. It opened in 1920 and was the largest single floor theatre in Canada of that time.
Today it offers a three-in-one venue joined by a classic lobby. It is home to the Windsor Symphony Orchestra and the Windsor International Film Festival, and features community arts groups, performances, concerts and more.
Whiskeyjack Boutique is an independent retailer nestled in the heart of downtown Windsor featuring carefully-curated Canadian-made gifts, homewares, stationery, provisions, pottery, apparel, and jewelry. Items are sourced from makers from coast to coast – including right here in Windsor Essex.
Art Alley has transformed the Pelissier Street Parking Garage and downtown alleys into a vibrant outdoor gallery. Wander down the alley between Ouellete and Pelissier Sts, from Maiden Lane to Wyandotte, and find graffiti murals, Indigenous art, light installations and more. Be sure to upload your photos!
Pelissier Street is also the home of the Downtown Windsor Farmers Market. Discover locally grown fruits & vegetables, flowers, artisan foods, and art & crafts vendors every Saturday morning from the end of March through October.
You will find the Windsor Canada sign as a welcome to visitors exiting the Windsor-Detroit Tunnel.
Since 1930, the Windsor-Detroit Tunnel has been one of the busiest international border crossings with approximately 12,000 vehicles passing through the tunnel every day!