Explore the Town of Orangeville by following one of our walking tours. Self-guided routes feature our community's art and culture. Marvel at unique pieces showcased in our public art collection or uncover the history of our buildings and landmarks.
Discover public art
Orangeville’s growing collection of public art naturally complements its intensely creative community of artists. The popular tree sculpture program includes over 40 pieces, each with it's own character, and charm. Functional utility boxes have been transformed into colourful displays of original works created by local artists. On a larger-scale, you can’t miss sculptures, murals, and monuments that add to the magnitude of the Town’s creative sector. Over 70 unique pieces are waiting to be discovered. Use the interactive online map or download the Driftscape app to discover the location and story behind each one. You can also follow our Top Ten Public Art Tour to find our top picks.
Public art scavenger hunts
Self-guided scavenger hunts are also available to direct your search for public art. Two different walking routes lead you through Orangeville on a quest to solve clues about each piece.
Review each route below to find the details you need to start your pursuit of public art in Orangeville.
Pursuit of Public Art: Route 1 |
| Length: Three kilometres, approximately one hour
Directions: Start/end in downtown Orangeville, near Mill Creek Gardens. The route takes you west through Kay Cee Gardens and then along Broadway, Orangeville's main street. The final stretch includes a stroll along historic Zina Street. Difficulty: Easy, the entire route travels along sidewalks and paved trails |
Pursuit of Public Art: Route 2 |
| Length: Two kilometres, approximately 45 minutes
Directions: Start/end in downtown Orangeville, near Town Hall. The route takes you east along Broadway, Orangeville's main street and then to Rotary Park before heading back downtown. Difficulty: Easy, the entire route travels along sidewalks |
Downtown scavenger hunt
Discover the details that make downtown Orangeville a vibrant and unique destination. Solve 16 clues about public art, local businesses, and historical elements during this 30-minute stroll along Broadway, Orangeville's main street.
Scavenger hunt details |
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Route: Your quest starts near Orangeville's historic Town Hall. Follow the instructions in the clues to wind your way west along Broadway, Orangeville’s main street, to just past First Street. Cross to the south side of Broadway and make your way back. The route is less than one kilometre in length. All clues can be found in the order listed. Find the entire route here and download a printable version here.
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Historic walking tours
Step back in time and take one of three historical walking tours through the Town of Orangeville. Footsteps from our Past outlines Orangeville's history and offers maps and detailed descriptions of the buildings and landmarks that contributed to it. You can pick up a hard copy of Footsteps of Our Past at the Visitor Information Centre or use our online map to discover each route. For a more interactive experience, download the Driftscape app and let it guide lead you through Orangeville on a self-guided journey.
Booming Broadway tour |
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The Booming Broadway tour is a 2.2 kilometre walking tour highlighting the businesses that helped the Town of Orangeville grow. Some featured landmarks along the route include:
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Founders tour |
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The Founders tour is a 2.5 kilometre walking tour that celebrates the founders of the Town of Orangeville. Some featured landmarks along the route include:
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Prosperous years tour |
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The Prosperous years tour is a 2 kilometre walking tour that focuses on Zina Street and the success of local merchants and business people. Some featured landmarks along the route include:
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