Things to do in Burlington

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What to do in Burlington

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A safari experience in Ontario, Canada with unexpected delights! You can either use the Safari Tour Bus or drive around in your own vehicle to see over 1000 exotic birds and animals including a magnificent pride of lions. Love watching the elephants march in a line for a swim twice a day; bird and other shows; boat cruise, and a wet play area for the kids. #OntarioCanada #Safari #zoo #exoticanimals #Wildlife

African Lion Safari

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at African Lion Safari during your trip to Hamilton. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

African Lion Safari
UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve: The Niagara Escarpment Albion Falls - One of the 70+ waterfalls in the city of waterfalls #TakeAHike #waterfall #Canada #Ontario #Hamilton #NiagaraEscarpment #BruceTrail #UNESCOWorldBiosphereReserve #LikeALocal #NorthAmerica #AlbionFalls #AdventurePacked #GreatOutdoors

Albion Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Albion Falls during your travels in Hamilton. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

Albion Falls
What an incredible, historic theatre in the heart of Brantford.

Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts

You can make plans for a show at Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts on your trip to Brantford. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
Spencer Smith Lakefront Park

Spencer Smith Lakefront Park

Spencer Smith Lakefront Park is just one of the places to see in Burlington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Spencer Smith Lakefront Park
A great museum, loads of great aircraft including a Lancaster bomber

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

You can study the exhibits at Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

McMaster University

Walk around the campus at McMaster University during your visit to Hamilton. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

McMaster University

TD Coliseum

Catch an event at TD Coliseum during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

TD Coliseum

Mohawk College

Explore the campus of Mohawk College during your visit to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Mohawk College

Tim Hortons Field

Catch an event at Tim Hortons Field during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Tim Hortons Field

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Since 1930. Famous for vast selection of hot dogs. Also fries, burgers & ice cream.

Aldershot

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

While visiting Aldershot, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Botanical Gardens and Lake Ontario.

Aldershot

Popular day trips from Burlington

Hamilton which includes a garden and a house

Hamilton

Oakville showing sailing, a marina and boating

Oakville

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Milton

Toronto which includes a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city

Toronto

Frequently asked questions

Is Burlington worth visiting?
Known for its history and nature, finding awesome things to do in Burlington is a breeze. Remember to add Village Theatre Waterdown to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Burlington?
After you've visited top attractions like Albion Falls and Wild Waterworks, spend the rest of your day exploring Burlington's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Burlington?
Village Theatre Waterdown is one of the top tourist attractions in Burlington and deserves a spot on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Burlington?
Three days will give you time to check out many city attractions, like Village Theatre Waterdown, Wild Waterworks and Dundurn Castle. The average stay in Burlington is two days. If you have the time to extend your break, Toronto isn't far away.
Is Burlington a walkable city?
If exploring on foot sounds like your type of getaway, Burlington is a great place to visit. Find leading sights, including Joseph Brant Museum, a walkable distance from downtown. You can also enjoy a stroll around Aldershot, a vibrant neighborhood located about 3 kilometers from the city center.
What are some activities to do in Burlington with kids?
If you're searching for sights and activities for all the family, we've got some fabulous ideas for what to do in Burlington with kids.

What to do in Burlington for adults?
Hamilton City Hall and Burlington City Hall are just a couple of the things to do in Burlington. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Burlington?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Burlington is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on vibrant neighborhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Hamilton Children's Museum is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.