Lock 7 Viewing Complex

Welcome to the Lock 7 Viewing Centre!

Situated a top of the Niagara Escarpment, along the Welland Canal. Here you will find extraordinary views of the ships navigating Locks 4, 5, 6 and 7.

Our friendly, knowledgeable staff are here to greet you and to answer any questions you have about the history of the Welland Canal, the City of Thorold and Niagara region.

The Viewing Centre is coach friendly and wheelchair accessible.

Ship Viewing

Coordinate your stop at the centre with the St. Lawrence Seaway schedule if you want to catch a ship go by in Lock 7. From the viewing deck, you can exchange waves with the ships' crew

Cycling

The Greater Niagara Circle Route is right at our doorstep! Explore the surroundings and take a ride into our cycle-friendly Downtown Heritage District.

Hours of Operation

May 18, 2024 to October 14, 2024
7 days week 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Contact

Lock 7 Viewing Centre
905-680-9477
50 Chapel St S,
Thorold ON L2V 2C6

Contact Us

© 2018 The Corporation of the City of Thorold, 3540 Schmon Parkway, PO Box 1044, Thorold ON, L2V 4A7

Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday

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