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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.

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.

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 acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

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.

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.

TD Coliseum

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

Mohawk College

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

Hamilton Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening at Hamilton Convention Centre during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Tim Hortons Field

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

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Hamilton

Paris

Explore Barker's Bush trails and admire rare Carolinian forests, then unwind at riverside restaurants while enjoying views of the illuminated Penman's Dam at night. Don't miss the historic Arlington Hotel and the charming cobblestone architecture.

Stoney Creek

Explore the Bruce Trail, visit Battlefield Park, Devil's Punch Bowl, and Erland Lee Museum, or unwind at Fifty Point Conservation Area. Shop at Fiesta Mall and Eastgate Square Mall, with convenient access via Hamilton Street Railway.

Ancaster

Historic town on the Niagara Escarpment, Ancaster offers recreational centers like Morgan Firestone Arena and Ancaster Aquatic Centre, as well as sights such as Fieldcote Memorial Park and Museum, and the scenic Bruce Trail.

Dundas

Nestled at the base of the Niagara Escarpment, this artsy town boasts the Dundas Valley School of Art, Carnegie Gallery, and Dundas Museum & Archives. Explore nearby Webster's Falls, Tew's Falls, and Dundas Peak via the Bruce Trail.

Beamsville

Nestled in Ontario's wine country, Beamsville boasts picturesque orchards, award-winning wineries, and a charming downtown with century-old brick buildings. Easily accessible via the Queen Elizabeth Way.

Central Hamilton

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If you're spending some time in Central Hamilton, TD Coliseum and Art Gallery of Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.

Popular day trips from Hamilton

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Burlington

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St. Catharines

Guelph featuring a fountain, a city and a statue or sculpture

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hamilton worth visiting?

Providing a blend of nature and culture, there are plenty of things to do in Hamilton. When you're here, check out Village Theatre Waterdown, a major attraction in the area.

How do I spend a day in Hamilton?

Start your adventures with a visit to Albion Falls and Wild Waterworks. Then, tour different areas of Hamilton for a quick bite and some souvenir shopping.

What is the top tourist attraction in Hamilton?

Village Theatre Waterdown is one of the top tourist attractions in Hamilton and should feature high on every to-do list of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Hamilton?

Three days in Hamilton is plenty of time to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many travelers spend two days on average. Village Theatre Waterdown, Albion Falls and Tiffany Falls are among the top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Mississauga.

Is Hamilton a walkable city?

Some major attractions in Hamilton, like Dundurn Castle and Chedoke Falls, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometers from the city center of Hamilton is Central Hamilton and Beasley is 0.80 kilometers away.

What are some activities to do in Hamilton with kids?

Deciding what to do in Hamilton with kids has never been so easy. Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly attractions to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Hamilton for adults?

Hamilton City Hall and Burlington City Hall are just a few of the things to do in Hamilton. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.

Are there free things to do in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, Albion Falls is a top spot for anyone planning to tour the city without opening their wallet. Also, check out the green spaces and other neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a simple way to explore the best free things to do in Hamilton.

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