Visitor's Guide to Elora and Fergus
Discover the charm of Elora and Fergus! Whether it's your first visit or returning for more, we've got all the essential info to make your trip unforgettable.
Getting to Elora & Fergus is easy! Here are driving distances and basic instructions.
From the GTA:
The drive from Toronto to Elora or Fergus takes about 1 to 1.5 hours (approximately 110-130 km), depending on traffic and your starting point in the GTA.-
Take Highway 401 West and follow signs to Guelph, then head north on Highway 6.
From Hamilton:
The drive from Hamilton is about 1 to 1.5 hours (approximately 80-90 km).-
Take Highway 6 North towards Guelph, then continue towards Elora or Fergus.
From London:
Driving from London to Elora or Fergus takes about 1.5 to 2 hours (approximately 125-150 km).-
Take Highway 401 East to Kitchener, then follow signs towards Highway 7 East and make your way to Elora or Fergus.
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Parking is free in downtown Elora with a 3-hr time limit enforced 7 days a week between 9AM and 7PM. Please abide by all posted signage and remember to respect the driveways and sidewalks of our small town neighbours.
There are five municipal parking lots located in downtown Elora:
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1 MacDonald Square at the Centre Wellington Civic Centre
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23 Metcalfe Street (located immediately north of the Elora LCBO building)
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25 Metcalfe Street (located south of the Elora LCBO building and excluding the 30-minute time restricted parking reserved for LCBO customers).
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Margaret Street – located west of the Civic Centre (1 MacDonald Square), beside Hoffer Park.
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Geddes St. - located south of East Mill ST.
There is one paid parking lot available: Elora Mill Parking off Cty. Rd. 7
$3.00/hour, $20.00 daily maximum.
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Elora Fergus Tourism: (10 East Mill ST., Elora) - Fully accessible
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May to October Hours: 9am to 9pm
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October to May Hours: 9am to 6pm
Hoffer Park: (James Street, Elora) Fully automated washroom & accessible
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May to October Hours: 9am to 9pm
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October to May Hours: 9am to 6pm
Bissell Park: (East Mill St., Elora)
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May to October Hours: 9am to 9pm
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October to May Hours: 9am to 6pm
There's something for everyone to enjoy! Check out our event calendar for more details.
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Here are helpful links and resources to learn more about Elora & Fergus:
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Elora BIA: Where to shop, where to dine, experiences in Elora
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Elora/Fergus Tourism : All the information you need to explore Elora and Fergus
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Fergus BIA: Learn about historic downtown Fergus.
Free WiFi offered in parts of Elora: See map here.
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Frequently Asked Questions and Helpful Resources
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