Hamilton Canada is one of the most populated cities in the Ontario province, after Ottawa Ontario Canada and Toronto Ontario Canada.

Things to do when visiting Ontario Canada  

If you are visiting Hamilton Ontario Canada for the first time, the city is just a few miles west of the famed Niagara Falls Canada. Apart from a visit to the Niagara Falls, other things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada include hiking in one of the nearby conservation areas, taking a winery tour and enjoying a visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens.

Places to visit in Hamilton Canada

If you are planning to explore nearby cities during your vacation in Hamilton Ontario Canada, the city is only an hour’s drive from Toronto Canada and fun things to do in Buffalo NY in the New York State.

Things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada: Outdoor Activities

Hiking

If you love the outdoors and want to explore a bit of natural scenery during your vacation in Hamilton Ontario Canada, the city is located nearby three conservation areas where you can enjoy hiking, bird spotting and camping by the reservoirs.

These conservation areas include Christi Lake Conservation Area, Dundas Valley Conservation Area and Governors Road Conservation Area. All three are located within 20 minutes car ride from Hamilton’s city center.

Winery Tour

If you are a wine enthusiast, visiting a winery is another activity worth adding to your Hamilton Ontario Canada itinerary.

Two of the most renowned wineries include Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery and Hernder Estate Winery, which are located meters from each other.

Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery

The Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery is located at 1469 Pelham Rd and offers daily tours (from May through October) that last around 60 minutes, and then include wine tastings down in their barrel cellar.

Hernder Estate Winery

The Hernder Estate Winery is located at 1607 8th Avenue Louth and also offer daily tours as well as complimentary public tours between 1:30 and 3:30 in the afternoon.

Niagara Falls Tour

If you’ve never been to the Niagara Falls before, the renowned Niagara Falls actually consists of two sets of falls, the American and Horseshoe waterfalls on the Niagara River.

You’ll be glad to know that both the American and Horseshoe waterfalls are actually best seen from the Canadian side, so a trip to the Niagara Falls is another attraction definitely worth checking out while in Hamilton Ontario Canada.

Also, apart from the seeing the Niagara Falls, the Niagara Falls district is also home to other attractions such the popular Niagara's Fury attraction, where you can experience an ice age simulation.

The Niagara Falls can be easily reached within 60 minutes by car along Queen Elizabeth Way.

African Safari Tour

Another of the popular things to do with kids in Hamilton Ontario Canada, it’s a visit to the African Lion Safari Park located north of Hamilton’s city center in Flamborough (around 10 minutes car ride).

At the African safari park, the whole family can enjoy a multitude of activities such as scheduled animal shows and tours of the park by train and boat.

Things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada: Places of Interest

Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG)

The Royal Botanical Gardens is, undoubtedly, one of the most popular things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada.

These botanical gardens are one of the biggest in North America and feature different areas where you can marvel at beautiful plants and wildlife, and take plenty of pictures.

Some of these areas include an arboretum, a rose garden, an atrium and a Mediterranean garden.

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

If you love air-crafts, the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum has a large collection of military planes that played a role during World War II. Some of these planes include bombers, fighter air-crafts, and jet fighters.

The Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum is located south of Hamilton’s city center at the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport.

Westfield Heritage Village

Westfield Village is another great place to visit while in the city, as it is located in Rockton, which is a short drive (around 20 minutes by car) from Hamilton’s city center.

At the village, you can take a stroll around and explore its historic landmarks and beautiful surroundings on your own, although if you prefer a more authentic experience, you can hire one of the local guides that dress up in period costumes.

Canadian Football Hall of Fame

If you are sports enthusiast, you’ll enjoy a visit to the Canadian Football Hall of Fame as it features over one hundred all-timers and their achievements.

Whitehern Historic House and Garden

The Whitehern Historic House and Garden is just adjacent the Canadian Football Hall of Fame and it is also worth checking while you’re in the area.

This historic house is a great example of 19th century architecture, and a visit here gives you a glimpse into the way of life during Victorian times.

Things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada: Shopping

Hamilton’s City Center is a great starting point for exploring the shopping scene in the city. Here, you can find many small stores and shops as well as the popular Jackson Square indoor shopping Mall.

Center Mall and Eastgate Square are located in the Crown Point West and Kentley districts, while Lime Ridge Mall is located in the Bluleville district.

Things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada: Nightlife & Entertainment

For a bit of nightlife and entertainment, head to the downtown area of Hamilton, which is the heart of the night scene in the city. In the downtown area, you will find plenty of bars, nightclubs and live music venues to suit your taste.

For instance, one of the most popular streets to find nightlife in the downtown are is Hess Street (located between Main and King Street West).

Things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada: Events & Festivals

RBG Garden Show

If you are visiting Hamilton Ontario Canada to check out the Royal Botanic Gardens (RBG), in the last week of April you can catch the RBG Garden Show, where you can learn about exotic plants and enjoy hands on workshops.

End To End Hikes

If you are a hiking enthusiast, the Bruce Trail Conservancy holds three-day hiking events regularly throughout the year to challenge hikers to walk over sections of the trail in the given time limit.

Maple Syrup Festival

If you are traveling with the family and are looking for more things to do with kids in Hamilton Ontario Canada, the Maple Syrup Festival is a great place where the whole family can enjoy fun activities and learn how maple syrup is made traditionally.

The Maple Syrup Festival happens in March and April and it is held at Westfield Heritage Village.

Around the Bay 30K

The Around the Bay 30K event is the second oldest running marathon event after the Boston Marathon.

If you love running and are traveling in March, the event also features an additional 5 kilometer run where members of the public can take part in the fun.

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Victoria BC Canada is located south of Vancouver and north of Port Angeles WA and Seattle, near the Washington State border.

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If you are traveling to the city for the first time, Victoria BC Canada was named after the Queen of England and the city has a strong English heritage.

In fact, the city is home to an English Village where you can find a beautiful replica of Anne Hathaways Cottage.

In a nutshell, Victoria BC Canada offers plenty of outdoors opportunities such as hiking and whale watching, as well as plenty of city attractions such as the Royal BC Museum, which was visited by the Queen herself.

Things to do in Victoria BC Canada: Fun Outdoor Activities

Whale Watching Tour

The city of Victoria is known for one of the best places in the world for whale watching and spotting Orca whales, sea lions and other marine life.

Taking a whale watching tour is, undoubtedly, the highlight of the trip here, and for first time visitors it’s one of the popular things to do in Victoria BC Canada.

Hiking

Mount Douglas Park, located 6 miles north of Victoria BC Canada, is a great place where you can explore Victoria’s natural beauty, picnicking and beautiful hiking trails.

The park’s trails also lead you to a 200 meter summit where you can get breathtaking views of Victoria and the Olympic peninsula.

Another popular place for enjoying hiking trails is at the Francis King Regional Park, which feature boardwalk trails for people with limited mobility.

Francis King Park, located a short drive northwest of Victoria, is also home to a Nature Center and picnic areas.

Swimming

If you travel to Victoria BC Canada during the summer months, one of the most popular places where you can enjoy water activities is at Cordova Bay Beach, which features beautiful seaside cottages and restaurants.

Cordova Bay Beach can be found along Cordova Bay Road and it can also be accessed through one of trails in Mount Douglas Park

Victoria Harbor Ferry Tour

Another popular attraction during the warmer months is taking a Victoria harbor ferry tour.

A harbor ferry tour is an excellent way to explore Victoria’s waterfront, which includes a visit to Fisherman’s Wharf and Victoria Chinatown.

Golfing

If you are a golf enthusiast, Victoria BC Canada is home to many golf courses scattered around the city.

For instance, Victoria Golf Course is located 4 miles east of the city center, while Cedar Hill Golf Course is located 2 miles north of the city center.

Diving

If you love diving, Victoria BC Canada is home to Ogden Point Dive Center which is scuba diving center located south west of the city near MacDonald Park. The center offers guided dives and weekend dive charters.

Winery Tour

Taking a winery tour is another fun activity worth adding on the itinerary. Near the city of Duncan (Malahat Region) you can find a few vineyards and sample some fine wine from this region.

Things to do in Victoria BC Canada: Places of Interest

Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens (20 minute drive north of Vancouver) are located on Brentwood Bay and it is one of the most beautiful attractions in Victoria BC Canada.

The gardens are home to an Italian garden, a large rose garden, a fountain, bronze statues and ornamental birds.

Royal BC Museum

The Royal BC Museum, located on Belleville Street, is a great museum where you can learn more about Victoria's early beginnings. The museum includes three permanent galleries and an IMAX theater.

Royal London Wax Museum

The Royal London Wax Museum, located nearby the Royal BC Museum on the same street, is a wax museum similar to Madam Tussaud’s in London England. Popular wax works include Elizabeth Taylor, Napoleon and more.

Anne Hathaways Cottage

Anne Hathaways Cottage, located in the township of Esquimalt on Lampson Street, is one of the most popular attractions in Victoria BC Canada. The cottage is a beautiful exact replica of the original in England.

Apart from marveling at the cottage, you can take a stroll along the English Village and visit the Olde Curiosity Shop and the Olde England Inn, where the cottage is located.

Victoria Chinatown

The Chinatown in Victoria is, after San Francisco, one of the first established Chinatowns in North America, and it is today a National historic Site.

Victoria Chinatown is a popular attraction in Victoria BC Canada and it is home to many Chinese landmarks such as Fan Tan Alley and the Tam Kung Buddhist Temple, which is a beautiful example of a Chinese Temple

Things to do in Victoria BC Canada: Shopping & Dining

If you are looking to do retail shopping, the Bay and Mayfair shopping malls are two malls home to many department stores and food courts where you can find many restaurants.

Market Square and Bastion Square are two other places where you can enjoy traditional shopping. Both squares are home to restaurants and charming shops where buy things like jewelry and paintings.

Another popular place for shopping and dining is at Victoria Chinatown. The district is home to a myriad of small shops, where you can buy local produce as well as handmade arts and crafts.

Things to do in Victoria BC Canada: Nightlife & Entertainment

If you are looking to explore the city’s night scene, Victoria BC Canada has a similar nightlife to Vancouver with plenty of international bars, English and Irish pubs dotted along the city center.

The downtown area is the hotspot for finding nightlife. Along Johnson Street, Douglas Street and Yates Street you can find many pubs, bars and clubs.

For instance, Evolution and Element nightclubs are located along Douglas Street and offer a mix of different music genres.

Things to do in Victoria BC Canada: Events & Festivals

Butchart Gardens Firework Displays

If you travel to the city during the summer months, attending the weekly firework displays on Butchart Gardens is one of the most popular things to do in Victoria BC Canada.

Victoria Dragon Boat Festival

The Victoria Dragon Boat Festival, held in August on the Inner Harbor, is another popular summer event where you can see flamboyant fiber glass boats racing against each other.

Great Canadian Beer Festival

The Great Canadian Beer Festival, held in September in Vancouver Island, is a great event if you a beer enthusiast. The event features brewers from across Canada serving many traditional kinds of beer.

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The city of Winnipeg is located south of the Manitoba province and it is one of the largest Canadian cities after Ottawa, Vancouver and Montreal.

If you are traveling to Winnipeg Manitoba for the first time, the city is known for friendly locals and weather similar to Chicago (Winnipeg is very windy).

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The city is also known for its affordable living costs, and shopping is one of the most popular things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba, with Polo Park being the shopping Mecca.

Due to Winnipeg’s location near the USA border, the city is an ideal base for exploring Minnesota and fun things to do in North Dakota.

Things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba: Outdoor Activities

River Boat Tour

If you are traveling to Winnipeg during the warmer months, taking a river boat tour on one of the city’s paddle-wheel boats is a fun thing to do and a great way to explore a the city’s landmarks.

Ice Skating

If you are traveling to the city in the winter months, ice skating is one of the most popular things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba.

One of the best places to enjoy some winter activities is the Arctic Glacier Winter Park, where you can rent skates and enjoy the park’s skating trails and skating rink.

Another popular place for skating is along the river trail, which connects with the skating trails at The Forks. The trail itself is open between January and February and it is a great way to explore Winnipeg’s outdoors, if you can tolerate the weather.

Skateboarding & BMX

If you are a skateboarding or BMX enthusiast, ‘The Plaza’ is the largest skate park in Canada, and it is great place where you can show-off your skills and watch amazing stunts.

Things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba: Places of Interest

The Forks National Historic Site

A visit to The Forks National Historic Site is, undoubtedly, one of the most popular things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba.

The Forks has a historic fur trading heritage that dates back over 5,000 years. Today, the Forks National Historic Site is a great place to enjoy walking tours, fun events and canoeing by the river.

Manitoba Museum & Planetarium

If you are interested in history, the Manitoba Museum, located on Main Street, is an excellent place where you can explore human and natural exhibits.

The museum is also home to planetarium shows where you can learn about the night sky.

Assiniboine Park & Zoo

Assiniboine Park is one of the largest urban parks in Winnipeg Manitoba where you can enjoy a peaceful stroll, recreational activities, and explore a few attractions such as the Winnipeg Railway Museum.

Apart from a miniature railway and a zoo, the park is home to a beautiful English garden and Conservatory, where you can explore hundreds of different flowers and trees.

Things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba: Shopping & Dining

The Forks Market is one of the most popular shopping places in Winnipeg Manitoba where you can find local produce, hand-made arts and crafts.

If you are interested in boutique shopping, the Osborne Village is home to charming boutiques, as well as small markets where you can buy things like handmade jewelry and figurines.

For retail shopping and dining, Portage Place and Polo Park shopping malls offer over one hundred department stores and restaurants, and they also feature an Imax theater.

Polo Park is located adjacent Omand Park, and it is just a short drive from the Exchange District.

Portage Place is located adjacent the Newport Center, nearby the University of Winnipeg.

Things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba: Nightlife & Entertainment

Nightlife

Winnipeg has a vibrant and buzzing nightlife due in part that the city is home to a couple of universities and many colleges within the city center.

The main hot-spots for nightlife are the Exchange District and Osborne Village, where you can find a variety of bars, clubs and pubs.

Entertainment

If you are interested in a night of performing arts, the Centennial Concert Hall, located at the Manitoba Centennial Center, is a great place to catch the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, as well as nightly opera and ballet performances.

In the summer, Central Park is another popular place where you can catch weekly entertainment, live entertainment and outdoor cinema screenings.

Things to do in Winnipeg Manitoba: Events & Festivals

Canada Day Festival

Canada Day Festival, held in late June in the Osborne Village, is one of the most popular events in Winnipeg Manitoba.

The event is family-orientated and features live entertainment, kid’s activities, and food stalls where you can sample fine cuisine.

Winnipeg International kids’ Festival

If you are traveling with the family in the summer, the Winnipeg International kids’ Festival, held in June, is a popular fun event that features hundreds of performing acts such as string Muppets and comical acts.

The Traveler Festival

The Traveler Festival (Festival du Voyageur), held in February in Saint Boniface, is one of the largest cultural events in Winnipeg Manitoba.

The event spans over ten days and features interactive exhibits and entertainment to showcase the city’s fur trading past and French heritage.

Folklorama Festival

The Folklorama Festival, held in August, is another popular international cultural event that aims to promote Winnipeg’s ethnic heritage and diversity.

The event is held in various pavilions where you have the opportunity to sample different types of cuisine and purchasing interesting souvenirs.

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Montreal, located between the Canadian cities of Ottawa and Quebec, is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Canada.

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If you are traveling to Montreal Quebec Province for the first time, the city has strong European influences, easily appreciated in Montreal Old Quarter which is reminiscing of Paris France. Montreal QC Canada is not far from the USA-Canadian border, which makes it a great holiday base for exploring the nearby USA states of New York, Vermont, Maine and New Hampshire.

Things to do in Montreal QC Canada: Outdoor Activities


If you are looking to enjoy recreational activities or simply a walk in the park, the city of Montreal BC is home to many urban parks:

Mount Royal Park & Jeanne Mance Ground

Mount Royal Park, located near Westmount district, is one of the largest urban parks in Montreal QC Canada.

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The park is a great place to stroll around and explore a few landmarks such as the CBC Transmission Towers.

Also, the Mount Royal Park is home to the Jeanne Mance Park recreation ground which is home to football fields, kid’s playgrounds and more.

Lachine Canal

Another excellent place for recreational activities is found along the Lachine Canal. Along the banks of the canal you can roller-blade and cycle, as well as enjoying boating.

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Also, if you are traveling to Montreal QC during the summer months, 'Parks Canada' offers boat tours and walking tours of the canal.

Things to do in Montreal QC Canada: Places of Interest

Ville-Marie Borough

The Ville-Marie Borough is home to some of the most important districts in Montreal QC Canada. If you intend to do a walking tour, in the borough you can find:

Montreal's International District

Montreal's International District, located near Saint Patrick Basilica, is home to the popular Palais Exhibition Center, Victoria Square and Place Jean-Paul Riopelle Square.

Montreal Old Quarter

If you are a history buff, the Old Quarter of Montreal (Vieux-Montreal) is a must-add in your itinerary.

Montreal Old Quarter, located on Plateau Mont-Royal, features beautiful cobblestone streets with 17th and 18th century buildings and landmarks such as the Notre-Dame Basilica.

Downtown Montreal

The downtown area of Montreal is where you can find most of the city’s skyscrapers such as the 1000 de La Gauchetière and 1250 René-Lévesque,

Things to do in Montreal QC Canada: Shopping

The downtown area of Montreal is where you can find a few shopping centers and expensive department stores such as the Holt Renfrew and Ogilvy department stores located on Saint Catherine Street.

Two of the most popular shopping malls are the Les Cours Mont-Royal shopping mall, and the Place Ville-Marie underground shopping mall, which is home to over one thousand stores.

If you are looking to buy local produce and souvenir presents, Montreal open-air markets and Chinatown offer a lovely experience.

Atwater Market and Jean Talon Market are two of the most popular markets where you can buy all kind of French produce such as cheeses and wines.

Atwater Market, located on Avenue Greene near Vinet L'Encan Park, is just a quick 5 minute drive from Guy-Concordia Station.

Jean Talon Market, located on Avenue Casgrain, is just a quick drive from Jarry Park (Parc Jarry).

Things to do in Montreal QC Canada: Nightlife & Entertainment

Nightlife

Montreal QC Canada is home to predominantly English and French pubs where you can enjoy Karaoke and sport nights.

Downtown Montreal is one of the most popular places to hang out and find all kinds of nightlife.

Both Crescent Street and Saint Laurent Street, located nearby Guy-Concordia Station, are two of the most popular streets.

For instance, if you dance music, the popular Club Electric Avenue on Crescent Street is one of the most popular places to hang-out.

Montreal Gay Village has also buzzing nightlife with a gay scene as big as San Francisco and New York City. The village, itself, is home to a wide variety of bars and nightclubs to suit all tastes.

Entertainment

If you are traveling with the family, the Montreal Science Centre, located on the Quays of the Old Port of Montreal, is a great place where everyone can learn about science and space through interactive exhibits. The center is also home to an IMAX theater, where you can watch movies in 3D.

Things to do in Montreal QC Canada: Events & Festivals

The Montreal Jazz festival

The Montreal Jazz festival, held in July in the downtown area, is one of the biggest Jazz Festivals in North America.

The Jazz festival features fun outdoors concerts where visitors can catch a glimpse of jazz artist worldwide.

The Tam-tams

The Tam-tams, held every Sunday in Mount Royal Park, is one of the biggest hand-drum events in the world and one of the most popular fun things to do in Montreal QC Canada.

The event features traditional drumming and as well as live entertainment where the public is encouraged to take part.

The Montreal International Car Show

The Montreal International Car Show, held in January at the Palais exhibition center, is one of the biggest and most popular events in Montreal QC Canada, where you can see hundreds of new car models.

Montreal Lights Festival

Montreal Lights Festival, held in February, is a popular winter event that spans over two weeks. The event features amazing firework displays, live entertainment and gourmet foods.

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Toronto Ontario Canada is one of the most multicultural cities in North America, and if you are planning to travel to Toronto Canada for the first time, the downtown area is where you can find the charming neighborhoods that give the city such an international flavor.

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For instance, on College Street, you can find Little Italy, while Danforth is home to a large Greek community. Apart from skiing at the many Greater Toronto ski resorts, there are many other things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada such as visiting the Toronto Zoo.

Things to do when visiting Ontario Canada   

You can also take cheap flights to Toronto from most major US cities, and Toronto itslf is within driving distance of London Ontario Canada, Hamilton Canada, Ottawa Canada and Buffalo NY in the New York State. If you're looking to also explore nearby states, Toronto Ontario Canada is located north of Pennsylvania and Ohio and west of Michigan.

Things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada: Outdoor Activities

Niagara Falls Tour

A visit to Niagara Falls Canada is one of the most popular fun things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada.

Apart from being able to get amazing views of the Falls, most tour companies take you on the famed Maid of the Mist boat through the mouth of Niagara Falls.

Toronto Music Garden Tour

If you are looking for a relaxing thing to do in the city, the Toronto Music Garden offers an opportunity to spend a couple of hours in a peaceful atmosphere. The Garden offers a one hour free tour on Wednesday and Thursday every week.

Toronto City Parks

If you are traveling with the family or simply want to enjoy some family attractions, Toronto is home to many parks located in the downtown area. Two family-friendly parks include:

Grange Park

Grange Park is a family-friendly park that features a wading pool and a kid’s play ground. The park is located a 5 minute drive from the University of Toronto (UOT)

Little Norway Park

Little Norway Park has sport facilities as well as a kid's playground and wading pool, and it is located a 9 minute drive from the University of Toronto.

The Toronto Islands

The Toronto Islands are another popular destination where you can enjoy recreational activities such as swimming and boating. The islands are also home to the Centreville Amusement Park.

Things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada: Places of Interest

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Little Italy District

The Little Italy neighborhood is one of the most vibrant districts in Toronto, and those of you looking to enjoy a slice of Italy, the neighborhood is home of Italian eateries and markets, as well as Portuguese and other Latin American type restaurants.

Kensington Market District

The Kensington Market area, adjacent Little Italy, is another interesting place where you can explore Toronto’s landmarks. Here, you can find the Number 10 Fire Station, Bellevue Square Park, and St. Stephen's Community House.

Little Portugal District

Little Portugal, located on the Trinity-Bellwoods neighborhood, is where you can find the largest Portuguese community in Toronto. Those exploring this district can find the Trinity Bellwoods Park, where you can enjoy fun outdoor activities; the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art and the St. Matthias Bellwoods church.

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Brewery Tour

If you love beer, taking a brewery tour is must-add in your Toronto itinerary. For instance, the Mill Street Brewery, located on the Distillery District, offers tours where you can sample some of their specialty beers.

Things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada: Sports

If you are a sports enthusiast, catching a game of hockey is another must-add in your itinerary.

In fact, even if you don’t love sports, attending a game of hockey is one of the most electrifying things you can do in the city, and it is a great way to spend an afternoon with the locals.

One of the best times to get a taste of Canadian hockey is when the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team plays against their bitter rivals, the Montreal Canadians.

Things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada: Shopping & Dining

If you love shopping, the city is home to colorful and charming markets where you can buy local produce, grab a bargain and get the perfect souvenir present.

Downtown Toronto is where you can find an amazing variety of markets representing Toronto’s diversity.

Little Italy and Kensington Market, located on College Street, are two great examples of Toronto’s cosmopolitan nature.

The Distillery District is also another place where you can find charming boutiques, small art shops, cafes and restaurants.

Things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada: Nightlife & Entertainment

Nightlife

Exploring the city’s diverse nightlife is, undoubtedly, one of the most popular fun things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada.

Apart from pubs and bars, Toronto’s nightlife is popular with nightly live music venues such as Jazz nights, as well as discos where you can dance the night away.

Little Italy, located along College Street, is one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in the city and a hot-spot for enjoying a fun night-out.

Also, since Little Italy is so diverse, you can find all kinds of bars and restaurants ranging from Italian and Latin American bars and eateries.

Entertainment

If you are interested in performing arts, Toronto Ontario Canada is home to weekly theater, opera and ballet performances.

Two popular venues include the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, the Royal Alexandra Theater and Toronto Centre for the Arts.

During the summer months, the Canadian Stage Company also hosts an outdoor Shakespeare production in Toronto’s High Park.

Things to do in Toronto Ontario Canada: Events & Festivals

Toronto Caribana Festival

The Toronto Caribana Festival, held in July, is the largest Caribbean festival in North America and spans over three weeks, featuring beautiful parades and flamboyant costumes reminiscing of the Sao Paulo carnival in Brazil.

Toronto World Circus Festival

Toronto Circus Festival, held in May, is another popular event in Toronto, where you can see amazing acrobatic stunts and interesting comedy acts.

Toronto WinterCity Festival

Toronto WinterCity Festival, held in January for two weeks, is one of the most popular cultural events in the city where you can sample all kinds of cuisine and enjoy a variety of entertaining events.

Toronto Chinatown Festival

Toronto Chinatown Festival, held in August, is another popular event that showcases Toronto’s ethnic diversity. At the event, visitors can sample tasty Chinese cuisine and enjoy Kung-Fu shows and more.

Summer Music in the Garden

Summer Music in the Garden, held between June and September, is one of the most popular summer events in Toronto, where you can enjoy over 15 free outdoor concerts and dance performances involving over 80 artists in total

The Taste of the Danforth FoodFest

The Taste of the Danforth FoodFest, held in August in the Danforth neighborhood, is one of the largest food festivals in Toronto where you can sample, for free, a variety of Greek dishes and other ethnic cuisines.

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Ottawa Ontario Canada is located west of Montreal City, bordering the south of the Canadian Province of Quebec.

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Ottawa Ontario is officially the capital of Canada and if you are traveling here for the first time, the city is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in North America, with a population consisting of mainly English, Irish, Scottish and French citizens.

Apart from the many things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada, the city is an ideal base for day trips to the city of Ogdensburg in New York State and Burlington Vermont which is one of the most popular places to visit in Vermont (New England region).

Things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada: Fun Outdoor Activities

Gatineau Park

One of the most popular places, nearby Ottawa Ontario Canada, where you can enjoy the beautiful Canadian outdoors and plenty of fun recreational activities is at the Gatineau Park, which is just 8 miles from the City Center.

Popular fun activities at the park include:

Bird watching

If you are a bird enthusiast, Gatineau Park is an ideal place where you can observe migrating hawks, as well as different types of wildlife such as bears and deer.

Hiking & Biking

The park is also home to natural trails and the famed Trans Canada Trail where you can enjoy hiking, jogging and biking.

Water Activities & Camping

*Lac Phillipe (a 40 minute drive from Ottawa) is a popular lake where you can camp out. The lake has lifeguards and it is popular with families.

*Meech Lake (30 minute drive from Ottawa) is a popular lake in the summer, especially amongst nudists.

Algonquin Provincial Park

Another popular place in the Ontario province where you can enjoy the great outdoors, as well as a myriad of fun family outdoor activities is at the Algonquin Park.

The park is home to hundreds of camping sites where you can tent out, miles of natural trails where you can enjoy hiking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing.

The park is also home to a visitor center that also includes a video theater, a gift shop, and an outdoor observation deck.

Algonquin Park is around 125 miles away, and about a 90 minute drive northwest of Ottawa Ontario Canada.

Rideau Waterway Boat Tour

Taking a boat tour along the Rideau Waterway is one of the most popular things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada for first time visitors.

Boat tours can be booked from the city center and they really offer an alternative way to learn about Ottawa’s landmarks and history.

Ice Skating

If you love ice skating, during the winter months a section of the Rideau Waterway becomes a long skating rink which makes it the longest ice rink in the world.

Things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada: Places of Interest

Peace Tower

If you are interested in history, a visit to the Peace Tower is a must-add in your Ottawa itinerary. Apart from getting great views from the observation deck, Peace Tower is home the Hall of Remembrance which is a tribute to the country’s war dead.

Byward Market District

The Byward Market district, located in downtown Ottawa, is another popular point of interest where you can soak in both French and Irish heritage, and see the famed street performers the district is known for.

On the district, you can also see the Notre Dame Cathedral, which is one of the oldest catholic churches in Ottawa Ontario Canada.

Commissioners Park

Commissioners Park is another point of interest for history buffs. At the park, you can see the famed 'Man with Two Hats' statute which symbolizes Canada’s alliance and friendship with Holland.

Things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada: Shopping

One of the most popular places to enjoy the shopping scene in Ottawa Ontario Canada is in the downtown area.

The downtown area is home to the popular Byward Market where you can shop for local produce and local art and craft.

The Rideau Street is another popular destination and it is here, where you can find The Bay department store and the popular Rideau Centre shopping mall, which is home to over one hundred department stores.

Things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada: Nightlife & Entertainment

Exploring the city’s nightlife is one of the most popular things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada.

The city is home to all kinds of pubs, bars and clubs to suit all tastes and pockets. Most nightclubs offer special weekly events featuring famed Dj’s so they're worth checking out.

At most nightclubs you can find different types of nights and most clubs play anything from hip-hop to rock music.

The downtown area is the hottest spot for finding great nightlife. Places such as the ByWard Market, Elgin Street, and Gatineau are just three of the most popular areas to find clubs and entertainment.

Things to do in Ottawa Ontario Canada: Events & Festivals

The Gatineau Loppet

The Gatineau Loppet, held in February, is one of the most popular cross-country ski race events where families and kids can take part in the fun.

Ottawa Winterlude Festival

The Ottawa Winterlude Festival is one of the most popular family winter events in the city, where the public compete in fun skating shows and snowmen sculptures competitions.

Parliament Hill Sound and Light Show

Famous Canadian landmarks

The Parliament Hill Sound and Light Show, held between July and September, is a fun summer event which tells the story of Canada through music, images and amazing lighting effects.

The Canadian Tulip Festival

The Canadian Tulip Festival, held in May in Ottawa, is one of the largest tulip festivals in the world, where you can see beautiful tulip beds.

Apart from tulip beds, at the festival visitors can enjoy a variety of entertainment and cuisines that represent Ottawa’s ethnic diversity.

Ottawa Bluesfest

The Ottawa Bluesfest, held in July, is a popular music outdoor festival that brings together blues and rock musicians together.

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