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Martyrs' Shrine

217 Reviews

#4 of 11 things to do in Midland

Sights & Landmarks, Churches & Cathedrals, More

16163 Highway 12 West, Midland, Ontario L4R 4K6, Canada

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“A nice serene place to visit”

Worth a visit, especially near sunset when the sun shines in the front door down the main aisle and... read more

Reviewed October 28, 2018

WCCanuck

Hamilton, Canada

“A very beautiful and peaceful place to behold ”

There is beauty everywhere here , from the park trails that meander around the grounds to the... read more

Reviewed September 26, 2018

AngZ

Guelph, Canada

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4.5 217 reviews

Excellent55%
Very good35%
Average8%
Poor2%
Terrible0%

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“beautiful church”(18 reviews)

“holy place”(6 reviews)

“attend mass”(6 reviews)

About

Martyrs' Shrine is currently closed for the season. Thank you to everyone who visited, prayed, shared and enjoyed this beautiful sacred place in 2018. We are set to reopen Saturday, May 4th, 2019.

Suggested duration: 2-3 hours

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16163 Highway 12 West, Midland, Ontario L4R 4K6, Canada

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+1 705-526-3788

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WCCanuck

Hamilton, Canada

156

Reviewed October 28, 2018

A nice serene place to visit

Worth a visit, especially near sunset when the sun shines in the front door down the main aisle and onto the alter.

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank WCCanuck

AngZ

Guelph, Canada

5811

Reviewed September 26, 2018 via mobile

A very beautiful and peaceful place to behold

There is beauty everywhere here , from the park trails that meander around the grounds to the interior of the church . It is truly a wonder to see the details that are all around the church , from stonework to wood work to stained...More

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank AngZ

Dave W

Waterloo, Canada

2628

Reviewed August 23, 2018

Peaceful and Spiritual Renewing Catholic Pilgrimage Site

The Martyrs Shrine is a beautiful and peaceful place. 'Saints Lived Hear' is their motto, and you get a real sense that this is holy ground. Take some time out for some spiritual renewal - the church is beautiful, there is a lot of history...More

Date of experience: August 2018

Thank Dave W

annwillg2017

Toronto, Canada

185

Reviewed August 12, 2018

Beautiful Catholic Church with beautiful grounds

The place is a very peaceful. It is the best venue for spiritual reflection. It offers accommodations as well, which very well maintained. They have friendly staff who takes care of your needs. Most of all they have jolly priests who genuinely invites you to...More

Date of experience: July 2018

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DBishop0706

Richmond Hill, Canada

3115

Reviewed August 1, 2018

Shrine is minutes from Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons

We were already visiting the Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons National Historic Site and visited Martyrs' Shrine as well because it was literally a few minutes away. The shrine is home to the skull of Saint Jean de Brébeuf as well as other relic bones. A...More

Date of experience: July 2018

1 Thank DBishop0706

Green_fam3

St.catharines Ontario, canada

8052

Reviewed July 30, 2018

Martrys Shrine

Martrys Shrine is always a lovely visit.... The grounds are always kept up, the church it self is beautiful craftsmanship! Lovely visit as always.

Date of experience: July 2018

1 Thank Green_fam3

Yarril

Hamilton, Bermuda

243104

Reviewed July 29, 2018 via mobile

Finally visited!

We talked about visiting the shrine for while and finally decided to brave the 2.5hr drive. We arrived in time to attend the noon mass. The church is beautiful in its simplicity and its ground are perfect for some family time and/or reflection/devotion time. We...More

Date of experience: July 2018

2 Thank Yarril

MissFitz88

Burlington, Canada

15682

Reviewed July 11, 2018

Tranquil and serene

We recently visited for the first time since grade school. We were the only humans in sight the whole time. Quite a peaceful, serene place to visit. Re-charges your soul and your faith. Beautiful grounds. I know they are a fire hazard, but the tacky...More

Date of experience: June 2018

1 Thank MissFitz88

Lovely2T

5921

Reviewed July 10, 2018 via mobile

Peaceful setting

It doesn’t matter what your beliefs are, this place is a great way to take time out, reflect and pray. There are so many beautiful artwork. The church itself is a gem. You find a sense of peace when your there. Make sure to wear...More

Date of experience: June 2018

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Ina_31

Thorold, Canada

359104

Reviewed July 8, 2018 via mobile

Peaceful and conforting

I was back to the Martyrs’ Shrine and the area brought us peace. It is a lovely place, much respected and revered. A unique and must visit in the area.

Date of experience: July 2018

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