tower of history

739zacharym

Pros:1) The tower has a very nice view of the area 2) The staff were gracious enough to allow us to bring our bikes inside as it was raining outside so they are very thoughtfulCons:1) Cost money (and there really wasn't anything worth viewing inside, just the view outside)2) "tower of History" is a bit of a misnomer as it does not provide much insight for the history of the area other than a few plaques & displays and a poorly created film3) It is not well maintained.

Linda010659

Went in, saw what is was and left. We were not interested in paying to go to the top. I guess you may have some nice views on the top but it had no real history to it other then why it was built. Just did not interest us!

boopsie58

This tower has a great viewing area of the area around the Soo Locks. I got some great pictures. However I think it is over priced. They have a small museum which shows a 15 minute movie. If you want a great view this is the place to go otherwise I would not waste your time

KatieG405

We wanted to experience this and figured well of course an elevator is handicap accessible. Nope. There are steps to get to the elevator? So it was a no go. Might want to consider putting in a ramp area. Only makes sense to me.

seaturtle30_12

The view from the platforms on this tower are amazing! You can see the Soo Locks in action and the town of Sault Ste. Marie all around. Maps in front of you tell you what you are looking at. There are also a lot of historical photos and displays with very interesting information of the area. Well worth the cost and you can spend as much time there as you like.

billw167

The Tower of History's name and exterior appearance weren't particularly inspiring to me. But the view from the top was excellent.I would suggest not visiting this attraction until you have some sense of how the town is laid out. It was great to be able to look down at something that looked like a river and know that that was the Power Canal, and to see the long and short locks on the American side. I don't think you'd get much sense of what you were looking at if you didn't prepare ahead of time.

josephd840

This was really exciting. I love to be able to go up into a building and see the surrounding countryside. It was a beautiful day and the view was magnificent. We could see all around the upper north country, Canada, the ships on the St. Mary's river and take excellent pictures. It is an interesting story behind the building of the tower. I recommend it all who are going to Sault Ste. Marie.

Elizacz

Nice view from top. There are two upper levels. I find this attraction over priced. Seven dollars for the elevator ride is too much money. $28 for my family of four is not fair. Would not recommend. The view from the Soo Locks viewing decks are free and you see quite far. Sorry.

KeithC175

Very cool views of the Soo and surrounding area. Nice little video and boards about the Tower and Soto area. Elevator takes you to the top, which has indoor and outdoor viewing areas.

Beanie48098

We bought tickets to the Tower of History as a package deal with Valley Camp Museum tickets. There are a few exhibits inside, but the real fun is the three observation decks. One deck is enclosed and visitors can overlook the locks. There are two more decks that are outside for a full circle view of the locks, power plant, river, and homes. Very fun and a little scary.

Donna26011

Not worth the $7. Should be $2, it's just an elevator ride to the top and you can see supposedly, 22 miles over Sault Saint Marie. It looked better from the ground, no frills, nothing special.

sparklesque

This is a weird attraction, but the view from the top is really cool. I'd definitely recommend a visit. We walked up the stairs to the top to get exercise, but there's an elevator.

amandag880

I hope they have changed it recently. When I went it was full of graffiti, expensive for an elevator ride, and in need of elevator repair. Thought I was going to die on that ride lol. Also if you are looking for a great view, remember that SSM is a working city. So you're not going to get some break taking view or anything.

857angelaj

The view from the top is great on a clear day! The tower itself could use some upkeep. The artifacts inside the tower nice but think could use so much more. Quite pricing for what it is dark dingy building. Viewing area could use sprucing up.

jtavessuede

Although we have been to the Soo a few times, this was our first visit to this attraction and very impressive. It has the best view of the lock operation and town in general. Don't miss this attraction. The historic information about the town and locks is via limited photo displays and is likely only engaging for adults, but the views from the top are not to be missed.