Things to do in Southwestern Ontario
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Double Decker Sightseeing Tour
Top-deck London views on a London bus; departing the downtown Tourism London office.
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Eldon House
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Epicurean Trek
A downloadable guide gives you over a dozen local farms, cheese makers, bakeries and markets to visit on a self-guided tour, and includes individual opening days and hours. If you have a car, great; if you want to go by bike, even better!
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Explore Pelee
Led by the effervescent Anne Marie, an Explore Pelee bike tour will show you all the lovely little details about the island, from the oldest home through to the canals, pump houses and graveyard. Wine-tasting combos are available; call or email to schedule any of the tours.
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Grand River Rafting Company
Operating out of Paris, just north of Brantford; guided family, moonlight, evening and overnight rafting trips.
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Hamilton to Brantford Rail Trail
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Six Nations of the Grand River Territory
Southeast of Brantford is Six Nations of the Grand River Territory – the six nations being Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca and Tuscarora – and the village of Ohsweken, a well-known aboriginal community. Established in the late 18th century, the territory gives visitors a glimpse of traditional and contemporary First Nations culture. Six Nations Tourismat the corner of Hwy 54 runs the visitors center, with information on local sites, attractions and events in Six Nations.
Across the street from the visitors center, Chiefswood National Historic Site was the home of Mohawk poet E Pauline Johnson, whose best-selling Flint & Feather poems reflected a blend of…
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Spago Ristorante Italiano
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St Jacob's Country Playhouse
Family-friendly shows such as High School Musical and Peter Pan take the stage at this 385-seat playhouse.
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Avon River
Stratford's swan-filled Avon River (what else were they going to call it?) flows slowly past the town, with plenty of riverbank lawns on which to chill out. Just west of Stratford Tourism on the riverbank, the Shakespearean Gardens occupy the site of an old wool mill. Parterre gardens, manicured box hedges, herbs, roses and a bronze bust of Bill – pick up a brochure at Stratford Tourism. Further along the river is Queen's Park, with paths leading from the Festival Theatre along the river past Orr Dam and an 1885 stone bridge to a formal English flower garden.
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Bijou
Classy and delightful, this French joint has a different set menu written on the chalkboard each evening. The locally sourced meals might include quail, heirloom tomato salad or Lake Huron Whitefish ceviche. Creaky wooden floorboards and children's artwork on the walls add a personal touch.
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Blue Heron Rafting
Family, romantic evening and combined bike/rafting trips from Brantford.
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Boat Tours
Take in the parks, swans, riverbanks and grand gardens on Avon River. Tours departing below Stratford Tourism by the river. Canoes, kayaks and paddleboats can also be rented (per hour $15 to $25).
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Caesar's Windsor
The super-plush Caesar's Windsor overlooking the river provides a fat economic injection for Windsor, though the crowds have declined with passport legislation. Still, the giant screen advertises big-name shows to potential customers across the river. Minimum age 19 years.
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Sunday Market
Not quite busy, but sells quality local products.
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Call the Office
A grungy dive bar with cheap drinks and alt-rock live bands.
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Speed River Canoe & Kayak Rentals
Go paddling with Speed River Canoe & Kayak Rentals.
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Pazzo Pizzeria
Critics rave about the pizza served here. Upstairs, the ristorante has an excellent wine list.
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Veg Out
Fresh juices, smoothies, and amazing meatless dishes are cheerfully served at this vegan restaurant.
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Up on Carling
A stylish, martini-soaked affair, spinning Latin, R&B, funk house and soul. Dress code enforced.
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Hamilton Military Museum
The Hamilton Military Museum with weapons and uniforms dating from the War of 1812 through to WWI.
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Westview Tavern
Across from the ferry dock you'll find pub standbys such as fish and chips, grilled cheese and locals talking hockey.
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York St Kitchen
Excellent sandwiches and home-style cooking are dished out at this jazzy little café, covered in inspiring artwork.
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St Jacob’s Country Playhouse
Family-friendly shows such as High School Musical and Peter Pan take the stage at this 385-seat playhouse.
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Art Gallery of Windsor
The jaunty glass-and-concrete prow of the AGW has an awesome permanent collection focused on contemporary Canadian sculpture and painting.
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