Merrickville Travel Guide

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Straddling the Rideau River, this haven for artists and musicians is a picturesque town surrounded by natural beauty.

Spread across both banks of the Rideau River, Merrickville boasts a prospering arts and cultural community. Merrickville dates back to the late 1700s but took the name of Merrickville-Wolford in 1998 after the two villages were incorporated. The small town has had a recent tourist boom and offers many restaurants, hotels and historic sites.

Merrickville is a picturesque Victorian village with many historic architectural sites on both sides of the Rideau River. It was voted by locals as the most beautiful town in the area and is considered by some historians to be the most well-preserved 19th-century town in the nation. Throughout the year the charming town greets visitors with open arms its town center is always a hub of activity.

Enjoy a day in craft stores, featuring artist wares from the region. Indulge in local hospitality at a Merrickville restaurant and meet some of the locals. Join the regulars at one of the traditional British pubs that line the main street.

Stroll along the Rideau Canal to see some of the natural beauty that surrounds the town. Merrickville’s prosperity and much of its history center upon the canal. Visit the historic locks that allowed goods to be transported through the village. Explore the Old Blockhouse, today a museum operated by Parks Canada and a popular tourist site for the town.

Outside Merrickville you’ll find a rural landscape that has enticed artists, photographers and artists for years. Spend a relaxing day exploring the farmland, riverbanks and pine forests of the region. The thriving artist community is home to many studios, galleries and workshops. Visit in September or October to see them all on the Merrickville Artists Guild Studio Tour.

Located just north of the U.S. border, and less than an hour south of Ottawa, Merrickville is easily reached via Canada’s network of highways. A bus route also serves the town. Once you arrive you will find plenty of accommodation choices in the center of town.

Merrickville Guest Suites
Merrickville Guest Suites
4 out of 5
159 St. Lawrence Street, PO Box 386, Merrickville-Wolford, ON
The price is AU$250 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Merrickville-Wolford. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop and Blockhouse Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
"My visit was incredible. The whole place was clean and comfortable. The feel of the room was so good. I love antique anything and this was a beautiful mix of retro-meets-modern cool. Perfection. And the bed! Oh man, the bed was so comfortable, my snooze alarm was well used the morning of my checkout. ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Merrickville Guest Suites
1840 Guest House
1840 Guest House
4 out of 5
223 Main Street West, Merrickville-Wolford, ON
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Merrickville-Wolford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (198 reviews)
"Wonderful 👍 the host was fantastic and loved the family dogs and all the yard. Plus the view from our room was great 👍. Would love to use this place in the future."

Reviewed on 17 Sep. 2024

1840 Guest House
Baldachin Inn
Baldachin Inn
3 out of 5
111 St Lawrence St, Merrickville-Wolford, ON
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Merrickville-Wolford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Blockhouse Museum and Mrs. McGarrigle's ...
6.8/10 (33 reviews)
"Apparently checkin is to be done before 8. Expedia says nothing of the sort and we by chance happened to be walking up while staff was leaving at 9:30. Otherwise, we’d have driven 5 hours with no place to stay."

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Baldachin Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lovely get away waterfront home
Lovely get away waterfront home
Jasper
Stay at this cottage in Merrickville-Wolford. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a pool table. Popular attractions Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club and Heritage ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
great place
"This property is fantastic."

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

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Your Home Away From Home
Your Home Away From Home
Perth
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Drummond-North Elmsley. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Port Elmsley Drive-In ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Excellent Winter Getaway
"We had a lovely time at this beautiful cabin for the holidays. It made a perfect base for our adventures. The provincial park close by was great for hiking and the wildlife in the area made for perfect dog TV out the windows.We picked the location due to its proximity to friends that we were visiting ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

Your Home Away From Home
Hot Tub | Dock | Swimming | Close To Ottawa
Hot Tub | Dock | Swimming | Close To Ottawa
Kemptville
Book a stay at this beach cottage in North Grenville. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Rideau Glen Golf Club and Rideau River ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Gorgeous and cozy. Super clean. Newly renovated
"We stayed in this cozy cottage for a long weekend in Aug. It was lovely An easy-to-reach owner with a renovated cottage and a just gorgeous view Fantastic deck and lovely views A paddle board and a canoe were available to have fun, and all you needed, like a life vest and noodles, all good stuff ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2024

Hot Tub | Dock | Swimming | Close To Ottawa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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