Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Owen Sound travel guide

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You're Going to Love Owen Sound

With a population of 22,625, Owen Sound is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada.

Where to Eat in Owen Sound

If you’re looking for affordable options, East Side Mario's - Owen Sound (1315-16th St East) and Montana's BBQ & Bar - Owen Sound (1555 18th Ave East) are great picks.

When to visit Owen Sound

Owen Sound in December
Estimated hotel price
€90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Owen Sound in December
Estimated hotel price
€90
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Owen Sound in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -9 °C, with an average temperature of -5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Owen Sound, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Owen Sound

Plane

Although Owen Sound doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gravenhurst Muskoka (YQA), which is located 137 km from Owen Sound. The shortest flight to Owen Sound from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 7h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Owen Sound is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 161 km from Owen Sound. You’ll find branches of Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Plane

Although Owen Sound doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gravenhurst Muskoka (YQA), which is located 137 km from Owen Sound. The shortest flight to Owen Sound from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 7h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Owen Sound is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 161 km from Owen Sound. You’ll find branches of Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Airlines serving Owen Sound

Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,691 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,831 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,533 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Owen Sound

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Travelodge by Wyndham Owen Sound and Comfort Inn Owen Sound.

Where to stay in popular areas of Owen Sound

Hiring a car in Owen Sound

Expect to pay €1.30 per litre in Owen Sound (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.50 and €20.66. The most frequently booked car type in Owen Sound is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is, on average, 16% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.30 per litre in Owen Sound (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.50 and €20.66. The most frequently booked car type in Owen Sound is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is, on average, 16% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.