Woodstock, Ontario, Canada refers to itself as "The Friendly City". The city, also the Dairy Capital of Canada, is located on the southern banks of the Thames River.
Activities most enjoyed in the community and surrounding areas include boating, fishing, birding, camping, sightseeing, canoeing, golfing, hiking, walking, biking, kayaking, sailing, picnicking, paddle boarding, and xc skiing and snowshoeing.
A few of the more popular activity destinations in the Woodstock region include the Riverfront Path, Gordon Pittock Conservation Area, Southside Park, Burgess Park, McIntosh Park and the Harry Roth Park.
Some of the attractions, history and cultural venues in Woodstock, Ontario and surrounding regions include the Ross Butler Studio Agricultural Art Gallery, Pittock Dam, Woodstock Museum, Woodstock Jail/Gaol, Woodstock Armoury, Woodstock Peace Lighthouse, "House of the Valley", Hawkin's Chapel, and the Old Fire Hall.
Services important in and around the community include accommodations, campgrounds, pubs, restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, tours, guides, gift shops, coffee houses, liquor stores, cell service, internet and transportation services including marina, rail, taxi, and the Woodstock Airport.