Ontario is the second-largest province in Canada and is filled with lively cities, beautiful parks, and mouthwatering local cuisines. But that is barely touching the surface of what Ontario has to offer.
With a Best Western Hotel and Resorts to call home base, here are several must-sees in Ontario to add to your itinerary:
The Waterloo region – including the twin cities of Waterloo and Kitchener – is the perfect spot for staycations or weekend getaways. Take a swing at one of the dozens of golf courses in the region, grab a slice of homemade pie at Anna Mae’s Restaurant and Bakery, or shop for fresh produce and handmade crafts at St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market – Canada’s largest year-round farmers and flea market.
Known for the Stratford Festival, the city is home to charming architecture, beautiful scenery, delightful people, and an overflow of art and creativity. Visitors can explore the city through several walking tours that lead you to insta-worthy spots, gardens, and all things chocolate. And for those who love a food experience, check out Stratford’s Al Fresco 2021 – an expanded outdoor dining experience with several local restaurants.
Canada’s oldest provincial park, Algonquin Provincial Park, covers nearly 5,000 miles of land. This four-season park offers a new experience every time you visit, though it’s known as being a premier fall destination with its weather and colors. Hiking is a given, with most of its trails ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours to complete. And no worries if hiking isn’t your thing, the park is also known for its birdwatching as nearly 300 types of birds have been recorded within the park. In addition, guests can try fishing, canoeing, or paddling on the lake, or cross-country skiing and snowshoe during the winter months.
Though Arrowhead Provincial Park provides plenty to do during its spring, summer, and fall seasons, it’s the winter months that bring visitors from all around. Known for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, and tubing, guests come to have a magical winter wonderland experience.
Created in the 1950s to protect rural land, the Greenbelt consists of 200,000 hectares of green space, including forests, streams, sand dunes, and more. The area protects and sustains the areas’ natural biodiversity, but it allows visitors and locals access to the great outdoors. Enjoy hiking and walking trails, dog walking, in-line skating, horseback riding, cycling, boating, and more.
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