{"id":172430,"date":"2026-05-25T14:23:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T12:23:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=172430"},"modified":"2026-05-27T21:57:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T19:57:15","slug":"things-to-see-do-ontario-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Ontario, Canada: 35 Best Things to See and Do"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When people ask me why I decided to move to Canada, I always think back to that one moment. I was standing with my mum at a viewpoint above Niagara Falls, water droplets hitting my face, and I thought: <em>this is where I want to live one day.<\/em> It was more than ten years ago, my very first trip to Canada, and the destination was Ontario \u2014 a province that completely changed my plans. If you&#8217;re wondering about the best things to do in Ontario Canada, this article is your ultimate guide.<\/p>\n<p>A few years later, that dream came true and I actually moved to Canada. And later still, I returned to Ontario briefly with my then-boyfriend (now husband), so I got to see the province through his eyes too \u2014 as someone experiencing it for the first time. And you know what? It blew me away all over again.<\/p>\n<p>Ontario is enormous. It&#8217;s Canada&#8217;s second-largest province, roughly four times the size of the UK. From the buzzing streets of Toronto to the peaceful cottage country with thousands of lakes, to wild provincial parks with a moose around every corner \u2014 this province has so many layers that one article barely scratches the surface. But I&#8217;ll do my best to share the highlights I&#8217;ve gathered, seen, and experienced over the years.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, you&#8217;ll find <strong>35 things to see and do in Ontario<\/strong> \u2014 from icons like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cntower.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CN Tower<\/a> and Niagara Falls to hidden gems like Bruce Peninsula and Muskoka, plus practical advice on where to stay, what to eat, and how much it all costs. Let&#8217;s dive in.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#When_to_visit_and_how_to_get_around_Ontario\" >When to visit and how to get around Ontario<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#1_When_to_visit_and_when_to_skip\" >1. When to visit (and when to skip)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#2_A_car_is_king_and_public_transport_only_rules_in_Toronto\" >2. A car is king (and public transport only rules in Toronto)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Where_to_stay_in_Ontario\" >Where to stay in Ontario<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Toronto_6_places_you_must_visit_and_things_to_do\" >Toronto: 6 places you must visit and things to do<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#3_CN_Tower_%E2%80%94_a_view_worth_paying_for\" >3. CN Tower \u2014 a view worth paying for<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#4_Distillery_District_%E2%80%94_a_brick-lined_hipster_paradise\" >4. Distillery District \u2014 a brick-lined hipster paradise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#5_Kensington_Market_and_Chinatown_%E2%80%94_the_multicultural_heart_of_the_city\" >5. Kensington Market and Chinatown \u2014 the multicultural heart of the city<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#6_Toronto_Islands_%E2%80%94_a_city_escape_in_15_minutes\" >6. Toronto Islands \u2014 a city escape in 15 minutes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#7_St_Lawrence_Market_%E2%80%94_where_the_locals_eat\" >7. St. Lawrence Market \u2014 where the locals eat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#8_Casa_Loma_%E2%80%94_a_castle_in_the_middle_of_the_city_and_its_a_bit_weird\" >8. Casa Loma \u2014 a castle in the middle of the city (and it&#8217;s a bit weird)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Ottawa_4_experiences_that_make_it_worth_a_stop\" >Ottawa: 4 experiences that make it worth a stop<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#9_Parliament_Hill_%E2%80%94_the_heart_of_Canada_and_its_free\" >9. Parliament Hill \u2014 the heart of Canada (and it&#8217;s free!)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#10_Rideau_Canal_%E2%80%94_skates_or_a_boat_depending_on_the_season\" >10. Rideau Canal \u2014 skates or a boat, depending on the season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#11_ByWard_Market_%E2%80%94_Obama_came_here_for_cookies\" >11. ByWard Market \u2014 Obama came here for cookies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#12_Seven_museums_in_three_days_without_losing_your_mind\" >12. Seven museums in three days (without losing your mind)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Niagara_Falls_and_wine_country_3_tips_you_shouldnt_miss\" >Niagara Falls and wine country: 3 tips you shouldn&#8217;t miss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#13_The_Falls_%E2%80%94_Ive_written_a_whole_article_about_them\" >13. The Falls \u2014 I&#8217;ve written a whole article about them<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#14_Niagara-on-the-Lake_%E2%80%94_a_town_where_time_stood_still\" >14. Niagara-on-the-Lake \u2014 a town where time stood still<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#15_Ice_wine_%E2%80%94_Ontarios_liquid_gold\" >15. Ice wine \u2014 Ontario&#8217;s liquid gold<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Where_nature_steals_the_show_5_parks_and_natural_wonders_of_Ontario\" >Where nature steals the show: 5 parks and natural wonders of Ontario<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#16_Algonquin_Provincial_Park_%E2%80%94_where_youll_learn_to_love_silence\" >16. Algonquin Provincial Park \u2014 where you&#8217;ll learn to love silence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#17_Bruce_Peninsula_and_The_Grotto_%E2%80%94_turquoise_water_in_the_heart_of_Canada\" >17. Bruce Peninsula and The Grotto \u2014 turquoise water in the heart of Canada<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#18_Tobermory_%E2%80%94_shipwrecks_in_crystal-clear_water\" >18. Tobermory \u2014 shipwrecks in crystal-clear water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#19_Thousand_Islands_%E2%80%94_1800_islands_and_a_fairytale_castle\" >19. Thousand Islands \u2014 1,800 islands and a fairytale castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#20_Sandbanks_%E2%80%94_beaches_almost_like_the_Caribbean_well_almost\" >20. Sandbanks \u2014 beaches almost like the Caribbean (well, almost)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Hidden_gems_of_Ontario_6_places_most_tourists_miss\" >Hidden gems of Ontario: 6 places most tourists miss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#21_Muskoka_%E2%80%94_the_%E2%80%9CHamptons_of_the_North%E2%80%9D_with_thousands_of_lakes\" >21. Muskoka \u2014 the &#8220;Hamptons of the North&#8221; with thousands of lakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#22_Prince_Edward_County_%E2%80%94_a_wine_lovers_paradise\" >22. Prince Edward County \u2014 a wine lover&#8217;s paradise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#23_Kingston_%E2%80%94_rock_and_roll_soul_and_prison_stories\" >23. Kingston \u2014 rock and roll soul and prison stories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#24_Manitoulin_Island_%E2%80%94_the_worlds_largest_freshwater_island\" >24. Manitoulin Island \u2014 the world&#8217;s largest freshwater island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#25_Elora_Gorge_%E2%80%94_a_mini_Grand_Canyon_and_a_charming_village\" >25. Elora Gorge \u2014 a mini Grand Canyon and a charming village<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#26_Hamilton_%E2%80%94_the_city_of_a_hundred_waterfalls_seriously_a_hundred\" >26. Hamilton \u2014 the city of a hundred waterfalls (seriously, a hundred)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Culture_and_experiences_3_original_things_to_do_in_Ontario\" >Culture and experiences: 3 original things to do in Ontario<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#27_Stratford_Festival_%E2%80%94_world-class_Shakespeare\" >27. Stratford Festival \u2014 world-class Shakespeare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#28_Blue_Mountain_%E2%80%94_skiing_an_Alpine_village_and_summer_adventures\" >28. Blue Mountain \u2014 skiing, an Alpine village, and summer adventures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#29_Hockey_Hall_of_Fame_%E2%80%94_even_if_you_dont_follow_hockey\" >29. Hockey Hall of Fame \u2014 even if you don&#8217;t follow hockey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#What_to_eat_and_drink_in_Ontario_3_flavours_you_must_try\" >What to eat and drink in Ontario: 3 flavours you must try<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#30_Poutine_%E2%80%94_chips_cheese_and_gravy_that_will_change_your_life\" >30. Poutine \u2014 chips, cheese, and gravy that will change your life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#31_BeaverTails_and_Tim_Hortons_%E2%80%94_Canadian_classics\" >31. BeaverTails and Tim Hortons \u2014 Canadian classics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#32_Maple_syrup_%E2%80%94_the_real_stuff_please\" >32. Maple syrup \u2014 the real stuff, please<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Ontario_by_season_3_reasons_to_visit_any_time_of_year\" >Ontario by season: 3 reasons to visit any time of year<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#33_Autumn_%E2%80%94_an_explosion_of_colour_like_youve_never_seen\" >33. Autumn \u2014 an explosion of colour like you&#8217;ve never seen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#34_Winter_%E2%80%94_skating_snow_and_a_touch_of_madness\" >34. Winter \u2014 skating, snow, and a touch of madness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#35_Summer_and_spring_%E2%80%94_lakes_festivals_and_Canadian_good_vibes\" >35. Summer and spring \u2014 lakes, festivals, and Canadian good vibes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#How_much_does_a_week_in_Ontario_cost_practical_tips\" >How much does a week in Ontario cost + practical tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-see-do-ontario-canada\/#Frequently_asked_questions_FAQ\" >Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TL_DR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Toronto<\/strong> \u2014 a multicultural metropolis with the CN Tower, an island escape, and markets where locals eat<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ottawa<\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;ll surprise you; it&#8217;s not as boring as everyone thinks (museums, Rideau Canal, BeaverTails)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Niagara Falls<\/strong> \u2014 an absolute classic; I&#8217;ve written a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/niagarse-vodopady\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"128050\">separate article<\/a> about them<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontarioparks.ca\/park\/algonquin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Algonquin Park<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 where you&#8217;ll learn to love silence (book 5 months ahead!)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bruce Peninsula<\/strong> \u2014 turquoise water you won&#8217;t believe (free entry in summer 2026)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Muskoka<\/strong> \u2014 the &#8220;Hamptons of the North&#8221; with thousands of lakes and autumn colours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best time to visit?<\/strong> September\u2013October; the fall colours are a literal explosion<\/li>\n<li><strong>Budget?<\/strong> Factor in 13% HST + 6% accommodation tax = 19% on top (a shock for Europeans)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Car?<\/strong> Essential if you want to see more than Toronto<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"826\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129447-5-los-v-narodnim-parku-grand-teton.jpg\" alt=\"Moose in a Canadian national park\" class=\"wp-image-160622\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129447-5-los-v-narodnim-parku-grand-teton.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129447-5-los-v-narodnim-parku-grand-teton-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129447-5-los-v-narodnim-parku-grand-teton-700x482.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129447-5-los-v-narodnim-parku-grand-teton-768x529.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/129447-5-los-v-narodnim-parku-grand-teton-696x479.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_and_how_to_get_around_Ontario\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_and_how_to_get_around_Ontario\"><\/span>When to visit and how to get around Ontario<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before we get into specific things to see and do in Ontario, let&#8217;s cover two key points \u2014 when to visit and how to get around the province. Because good timing can save you hundreds of pounds, and a bad transport strategy can cost you a lot of frustration.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_When_to_visit_and_when_to_skip\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_When_to_visit_and_when_to_skip\"><\/span>1. When to visit (and when to skip)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Ontario is a province of four faces, and each season looks completely different. <strong>Summer<\/strong> (June\u2013August) is peak season \u2014 lakes are warm, all parks and attractions are open, but it&#8217;s also the busiest and most expensive time. If you&#8217;re set on summer, be prepared for popular campgrounds like Algonquin to be booked up months in advance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Autumn<\/strong> (September\u2013October) is, in my opinion, absolutely the best time to visit Ontario. The colours are beyond description \u2014 entire forests transform into a palette of red, orange, and gold. There are fewer tourists, prices drop, and the weather is still pleasantly warm (around 15\u201320\u00b0C during the day). The only downside is that some attractions start closing at the end of October.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Winter<\/strong> (December\u2013March) is for the brave. Temperatures can easily plunge to -20\u00b0C, but in return you get skating on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa (the world&#8217;s largest natural ice rink!), the Winterlude festival, or skiing at Blue Mountain. <strong>Spring<\/strong> (April\u2013May) is a transitional period \u2014 tulips bloom in Ottawa (the Tulip Festival is gorgeous), but some park trails may still be muddy and closed. The upside? Virtually no tourists and great accommodation prices.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_A_car_is_king_and_public_transport_only_rules_in_Toronto\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_A_car_is_king_and_public_transport_only_rules_in_Toronto\"><\/span>2. A car is king (and public transport only rules in Toronto)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I&#8217;ll tell you straight away \u2014 without a car, you won&#8217;t get far in Ontario. Unless you&#8217;re happy staying just in Toronto, that is. Public transport works well within cities (TTC metro and trams in Toronto, OC Transpo in Ottawa), and there&#8217;s a train connection between Toronto and Ottawa via Via Rail, but that&#8217;s about it. No bus will take you to The Grotto on Bruce Peninsula or on a moose safari in Algonquin.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;d recommend picking up a rental car directly at Toronto Pearson Airport \u2014 all the major rental companies are there and prices start at around 40\u201360 CAD per day (roughly \u00a325\u201335). <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Book your car as early as possible, especially in summer when prices skyrocket. And don&#8217;t be put off by the distances \u2014 the highways (particularly those numbered 400+) are excellent, wide, and fast. Toronto to Ottawa is about 4.5 hours, to Bruce Peninsula around 4 hours, and to Algonquin just under 3 hours.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Ontario\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Ontario\"><\/span>Where to stay in Ontario<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Accommodation in Ontario varies hugely depending on where you are. In <strong>Toronto<\/strong>, expect to pay 150\u2013250 CAD per night (\u00a385\u2013145) for a decent hotel \u2014 the best value for money and location is around the Queen West or Distillery District neighbourhoods. In <strong>Ottawa<\/strong>, it&#8217;s a bit cheaper at around 120\u2013200 CAD, and staying near ByWard Market is ideal. Outside the big cities \u2014 say in <strong>Muskoka<\/strong> or near <strong>Bruce Peninsula<\/strong> \u2014 you&#8217;ll find lovely lakeside Airbnb cabins for 100\u2013150 CAD.<\/p>\n<p>For nature lovers, <strong>camping<\/strong> in provincial and national parks is a fantastic option \u2014 sites cost 40\u201355 CAD per night and the atmosphere is unforgettable. But book well in advance, especially for Algonquin and Bruce Peninsula, which fill up months ahead. And don&#8217;t forget about taxes: on top of the accommodation price, you&#8217;ll always pay <strong>13% HST<\/strong> plus <strong>4\u20136% municipal accommodation tax<\/strong>. Consider using <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a> to compare prices and find the best deals across the province.<\/p>\n<p><!-- UBYTOVANI:ONTARIO --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Toronto_6_places_you_must_visit_and_things_to_do\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Toronto_6_places_you_must_visit_and_things_to_do\"><\/span>Toronto: 6 places you must visit and things to do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let&#8217;s look at 6 tips for what to see and do in Toronto \u2014 from the iconic CN Tower to the hipster haven of Distillery District and the island escape of Toronto Islands. Toronto is a city that never lets you sleep \u2014 literally \u2014 because there&#8217;s always something going on, no matter when you visit.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_CN_Tower_%E2%80%94_a_view_worth_paying_for\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_CN_Tower_a_view_worth_paying_for\"><\/span>3. CN Tower \u2014 a view worth paying for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1806\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-nasvicena-cn-tower-v-torontu-za-soumraku.jpg\" alt=\"CN Tower in Toronto illuminated at dusk\" class=\"wp-image-159249\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-nasvicena-cn-tower-v-torontu-za-soumraku.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-nasvicena-cn-tower-v-torontu-za-soumraku-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-nasvicena-cn-tower-v-torontu-za-soumraku-700x1054.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-nasvicena-cn-tower-v-torontu-za-soumraku-768x1156.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-nasvicena-cn-tower-v-torontu-za-soumraku-1021x1536.jpg 1021w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Wladyslaw \/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Let&#8217;s start with the icon. The CN Tower is that tower you see in every other photo of Toronto, and even though it sounds like a typical tourist trap, this one is genuinely worth it. The view from the main observation deck at 346 metres is breathtaking \u2014 you can see the entire city, Lake Ontario, and on a clear day even the outline of Niagara Falls in the distance.<\/p>\n<p>For the daring, there&#8217;s <strong>EdgeWalk<\/strong> \u2014 a walk along the outer rim of the tower at 356 metres, secured by a harness. It costs around 225 CAD (about \u00a3130), and it&#8217;s one of those experiences you&#8217;ll be talking about ten years from now. If you&#8217;d rather stay inside, I recommend the <strong>360\u00b0 restaurant<\/strong> \u2014 it revolves and the food is surprisingly good. Best of all: if you dine here, admission to the observation deck is free. So you&#8217;re essentially paying for dinner with the best view in the city.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Money-saving tip:<\/strong> Get a <strong>CityPASS Toronto<\/strong>, which bundles admission to several attractions at up to 35% off. The CN Tower is included.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Distillery_District_%E2%80%94_a_brick-lined_hipster_paradise\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Distillery_District_a_brick-lined_hipster_paradise\"><\/span>4. Distillery District \u2014 a brick-lined hipster paradise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"896\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-cihlove-viktorianske-budovy-v-distillery-district-v-torontu.jpg\" alt=\"Victorian brick buildings in Toronto&#039;s Distillery District\" class=\"wp-image-159250\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-cihlove-viktorianske-budovy-v-distillery-district-v-torontu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-cihlove-viktorianske-budovy-v-distillery-district-v-torontu-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-cihlove-viktorianske-budovy-v-distillery-district-v-torontu-700x523.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-cihlove-viktorianske-budovy-v-distillery-district-v-torontu-768x573.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Mathew Ingram \/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This place won me over instantly. Picture a complex of old Victorian brick buildings that once housed a whisky distillery, and today you&#8217;ll find galleries, design shops, artisan caf\u00e9s, and in winter one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in all of North America. The Distillery District is a pedestrian zone, so you can stroll around without cars or stress.<\/p>\n<p>Pop into <strong>SOMA Chocolatemaker<\/strong> for a hot chocolate (seriously, it&#8217;s probably the best hot chocolate I&#8217;ve ever had), and if you&#8217;re here in December, the Christmas Market is an absolute must. Food stalls, mulled wine, handcrafted gifts, and that whole festive village atmosphere \u2014 it&#8217;s magical. Admission to the Christmas market is paid (around 10 CAD \/ \u00a36), but it&#8217;s well worth it.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Kensington_Market_and_Chinatown_%E2%80%94_the_multicultural_heart_of_the_city\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Kensington_Market_and_Chinatown_the_multicultural_heart_of_the_city\"><\/span>5. Kensington Market and Chinatown \u2014 the multicultural heart of the city<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-kensington-market-v-torontu.jpg\" alt=\"Kensington Market in Toronto\" class=\"wp-image-165285\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-kensington-market-v-torontu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-kensington-market-v-torontu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-kensington-market-v-torontu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-kensington-market-v-torontu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-0-kensington-market-v-torontu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Scott Webb scottwebb \/ CC0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Kensington Market is probably my favourite neighbourhood in Toronto. It&#8217;s a kind of organised chaos \u2014 vintage shops, street art, caf\u00e9s serving coffee from around the world, and restaurants where you can have Ethiopian food next to a Mexican taco and a Cuban sandwich. This is where you truly feel why Toronto ranks among the most multicultural cities on the planet.<\/p>\n<p>Right next door is <strong>Chinatown<\/strong> \u2014 one of the largest in North America. My advice: come hungry, because you can eat on literally every corner here for next to nothing. Dim sum at one of the local restaurants is an experience in itself. And a tip: Kensington Market is liveliest on Saturdays, when there are farmers&#8217; markets and street musicians.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Toronto_Islands_%E2%80%94_a_city_escape_in_15_minutes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Toronto_Islands_a_city_escape_in_15_minutes\"><\/span>6. Toronto Islands \u2014 a city escape in 15 minutes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"887\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-toronto-islands-s-panoramatem-mesta.jpg\" alt=\"Toronto Islands with the city skyline in the background\" class=\"wp-image-165286\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-toronto-islands-s-panoramatem-mesta.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-toronto-islands-s-panoramatem-mesta-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-toronto-islands-s-panoramatem-mesta-700x517.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-toronto-islands-s-panoramatem-mesta-768x568.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-toronto-islands-s-panoramatem-mesta-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-1-toronto-islands-s-panoramatem-mesta-696x514.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: apasciuto \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One of my favourite spots in Toronto. Just hop on a <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"FerryScanner\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/ferryscanner\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">ferry<\/a> from the harbour (a return ticket is around 9 CAD \/ \u00a35) and in fifteen minutes you&#8217;re on an island with that iconic view of the entire Toronto skyline. The islands are connected by bridges and pathways, and they&#8217;re perfect for cycling, picnicking on the beach, or simply sitting on a bench and gazing at the city across the water.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Centre Island<\/strong> has a small amusement park for kids, <strong>Ward&#8217;s Island<\/strong> is quieter with charming little cottages, and <strong>Hanlan&#8217;s Point<\/strong> has a beach (including a clothing-optional section, for the more adventurous). It gets quite busy in summer, so I&#8217;d recommend going either early in the morning or in the late afternoon, when the light on the skyline is photogenically perfect.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_St_Lawrence_Market_%E2%80%94_where_the_locals_eat\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_St_Lawrence_Market_where_the_locals_eat\"><\/span>7. St. Lawrence Market \u2014 where the locals eat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-st-lawrence-market-v-torontu.jpg\" alt=\"St. Lawrence Market in Toronto\" class=\"wp-image-165287\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-st-lawrence-market-v-torontu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-st-lawrence-market-v-torontu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-st-lawrence-market-v-torontu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-st-lawrence-market-v-torontu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-st-lawrence-market-v-torontu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Mark \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>National Geographic once named <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stlawrencemarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St. Lawrence Market<\/a> one of the best food markets in the world, and I wholeheartedly agree. This market has been running since 1803, and the Saturday <strong>Farmers&#8217; Market<\/strong> is practically a sacred ritual for Torontonians. You&#8217;ll find everything here \u2014 from fresh oysters to artisan cheeses to pastries that smell so good you simply can&#8217;t walk past them.<\/p>\n<p>The must-try? A <strong>peameal bacon sandwich<\/strong> from Carousel Bakery. It&#8217;s a Toronto classic \u2014 Canadian bacon in a bun, simple and brilliant. It costs about 10 CAD (\u00a36) and I&#8217;d personally fly across the Atlantic just for it. The market is open Tuesday to Saturday, but the real experience is Saturday morning, when the atmosphere is at its liveliest.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Casa_Loma_%E2%80%94_a_castle_in_the_middle_of_the_city_and_its_a_bit_weird\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Casa_Loma_a_castle_in_the_middle_of_the_city_and_its_a_bit_weird\"><\/span>8. Casa Loma \u2014 a castle in the middle of the city (and it&#8217;s a bit weird)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"858\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-zamek-casa-loma-s-vezemi-uprostred-toronta.jpg\" alt=\"Casa Loma castle with towers in the middle of Toronto\" class=\"wp-image-159251\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-zamek-casa-loma-s-vezemi-uprostred-toronta.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-zamek-casa-loma-s-vezemi-uprostred-toronta-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-zamek-casa-loma-s-vezemi-uprostred-toronta-700x501.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-2-zamek-casa-loma-s-vezemi-uprostred-toronta-768x549.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Dpalma01 \/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I&#8217;ll be honest: <a href=\"https:\/\/casaloma.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Casa Loma<\/a> is a bit of a love-hate affair. On one hand, it&#8217;s a stunning Gothic Revival castle from 1914, built by the eccentric millionaire Sir Henry Pellatt, complete with secret passages, towers, and beautiful gardens. On the other hand, admission at around 30 CAD (\u00a317) for an adult is quite steep for what you see inside, because the interiors are a bit empty.<\/p>\n<p>But here&#8217;s why you should go anyway: the view from the tower is spectacular, the gardens are gorgeous in summer, and the whole story of the man who built himself a castle and then lost everything is fascinating. Plus, if you&#8217;re here in October, they host <strong>Legends of Horror<\/strong> \u2014 a Halloween event in the secret passages that&#8217;s apparently terrifyingly good. Admission for children (4\u201313) is 20 CAD, seniors 25 CAD.<\/p>\n<p><!-- GYG:TORONTO --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ottawa_4_experiences_that_make_it_worth_a_stop\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ottawa_4_experiences_that_make_it_worth_a_stop\"><\/span>Ottawa: 4 experiences that make it worth a stop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most tourists skip Ottawa \u2014 and that&#8217;s a mistake. Canada&#8217;s capital has a surprisingly lot to offer, from free Parliament tours to skating on the world&#8217;s largest rink to museums that would cost a fortune elsewhere. Here are 4 experiences and things to see and do in Ottawa that&#8217;ll make you glad you stopped.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Parliament_Hill_%E2%80%94_the_heart_of_Canada_and_its_free\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Parliament_Hill_the_heart_of_Canada_and_its_free\"><\/span>9. Parliament Hill \u2014 the heart of Canada (and it&#8217;s free!)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"902\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-centralni-blok-parlamentu-na-parliament-hill-v-ottawe.jpg\" alt=\"Centre Block of Parliament on Parliament Hill in Ottawa\" class=\"wp-image-159252\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-centralni-blok-parlamentu-na-parliament-hill-v-ottawe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-centralni-blok-parlamentu-na-parliament-hill-v-ottawe-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-centralni-blok-parlamentu-na-parliament-hill-v-ottawe-700x526.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-centralni-blok-parlamentu-na-parliament-hill-v-ottawe-768x577.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Saffron Blaze \/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Most tourists come to Ottawa for a day, glance at Parliament, and move on. That&#8217;s a shame, because Ottawa has so much more. But let&#8217;s start with Parliament \u2014 the buildings on <strong>Parliament Hill<\/strong> are truly impressive, especially the Centre Block with its Peace Tower. Tours are <strong>free<\/strong> \u2014 just book online, and you&#8217;ll learn plenty of fascinating facts about Canadian politics and history.<\/p>\n<p>In summer (late June to late August), the <strong>Changing of the Guard<\/strong> ceremony takes place here \u2014 reminiscent of the London version, only in a more relaxed atmosphere. I also recommend coming in the evening, when the building is beautifully illuminated. And a little tip: if you&#8217;re planning to visit multiple museums and attractions, pick up the new <strong>Visit Ottawa Pass<\/strong> \u2014 for 100 CAD (about \u00a358) per adult you get admission to five out of fourteen top attractions, and children get in free.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Rideau_Canal_%E2%80%94_skates_or_a_boat_depending_on_the_season\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Rideau_Canal_skates_or_a_boat_depending_on_the_season\"><\/span>10. Rideau Canal \u2014 skates or a boat, depending on the season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe.jpg\" alt=\"Skating on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa\" class=\"wp-image-165288\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-3-brusleni-na-rideau-canal-v-ottawe-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ahunt \/ CC0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Rideau Canal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it&#8217;s a place that transforms so dramatically with the seasons it looks like a different world each time. In <strong>winter<\/strong>, it becomes the <strong>Rideau Canal Skateway<\/strong> \u2014 the world&#8217;s largest natural ice rink, stretching over 7.8 kilometres. Skating is <strong>free<\/strong>, and along the canal there are stalls selling BeaverTails (more on those later) and hot chocolate. It&#8217;s absolutely magical.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>summer<\/strong>, you can cruise along the canal by boat or kayak, and there&#8217;s a lovely path along the banks for cycling or walking. The <strong>Winterlude<\/strong> festival (February) is the cherry on top \u2014 ice sculptures, snow slides, and the whole of Ottawa looking like a winter wonderland. If you have the chance to visit in winter, this is one of the best reasons to do so.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_ByWard_Market_%E2%80%94_Obama_came_here_for_cookies\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_ByWard_Market_Obama_came_here_for_cookies\"><\/span>11. ByWard Market \u2014 Obama came here for cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-byward-market-v-ottawe.jpg\" alt=\"ByWard Market in Ottawa\" class=\"wp-image-165289\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-byward-market-v-ottawe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-byward-market-v-ottawe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-byward-market-v-ottawe-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-byward-market-v-ottawe-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-byward-market-v-ottawe-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Michel Rathwell from Cornwall, Canada \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>ByWard Market is one of the oldest and largest farmers&#8217; markets in Canada and the beating heart of Ottawa&#8217;s social life. During the day, you&#8217;ll find stalls selling fruit, flowers, and artisan crafts, plus plenty of caf\u00e9s and restaurants. In the evening, the neighbourhood transforms into a nightlife hub with bars and live music.<\/p>\n<p>The must-visit? <strong>BeaverTails<\/strong> \u2014 fried dough shaped like a beaver&#8217;s tail with various toppings. The classic is sugar and cinnamon, but my personal favourite is Nutella and banana. And that Obama mention? When he flew into Ottawa as US President in 2009, his first stop was the Le Moulin de Provence bakery at ByWard Market, where he bought a maple leaf-shaped cookie. The bakery is still there and they&#8217;re rightfully proud of the visit.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Seven_museums_in_three_days_without_losing_your_mind\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Seven_museums_in_three_days_without_losing_your_mind\"><\/span>12. Seven museums in three days (without losing your mind)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"797\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-canadian-museum-of-history-v-gatineau.jpg\" alt=\"Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau\" class=\"wp-image-165290\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-canadian-museum-of-history-v-gatineau.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-canadian-museum-of-history-v-gatineau-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-canadian-museum-of-history-v-gatineau-700x465.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-canadian-museum-of-history-v-gatineau-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-canadian-museum-of-history-v-gatineau-696x462.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Taxiarchos228 \/ CC BY 3.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For its size, Ottawa has an incredible concentration of museums and galleries. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallery.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Gallery of Canada<\/a><\/strong> with its iconic giant spider sculpture out front, the <strong>Canadian Museum of Nature<\/strong> with amazing dinosaur skeletons, the <strong>Canadian War Museum<\/strong> for history buffs, and the <strong>Canadian Museum of History<\/strong> across the river in Gatineau \u2014 those are just the biggest names.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning to visit multiple museums, I&#8217;d again recommend the <strong>Visit Ottawa Pass<\/strong> for 100 CAD, because individual museum admissions run around 15\u201325 CAD each and it adds up quickly. And a pro tip: on Friday evenings, some galleries offer free admission or extended hours with live music and a bar \u2014 check ahead, because it&#8217;s a completely different experience to visiting during the day.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Niagara_Falls_and_wine_country_3_tips_you_shouldnt_miss\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Niagara_Falls_and_wine_country_3_tips_you_shouldnt_miss\"><\/span>Niagara Falls and wine country: 3 tips you shouldn&#8217;t miss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Niagara region isn&#8217;t just about the falls (though they&#8217;re obviously the main draw). You&#8217;ll also find one of the prettiest towns in Canada, wineries producing ice wine, and a landscape that looks straight out of a romantic film. Here are 3 tips for what to see and do around Niagara Falls and its surroundings.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_The_Falls_%E2%80%94_Ive_written_a_whole_article_about_them\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_The_Falls_Ive_written_a_whole_article_about_them\"><\/span>13. The Falls \u2014 I&#8217;ve written a whole article about them<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls.jpg\" alt=\"Niagara Falls \u2014 Horseshoe Falls\" class=\"wp-image-165291\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-niagarske-vodopady-horseshoe-falls-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Aplucas0703 \/ CC BY 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I&#8217;ve written a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.loudavymkrokem.cz\/niagarse-vodopady\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"128050\">detailed separate article<\/a> about Niagara Falls, so I&#8217;ll keep it brief here. Yes, they&#8217;re worth it. No, they&#8217;re not overrated \u2014 the feeling of standing at the edge and sensing the sheer power of the water is indescribable. An important warning: <strong>avoid Clifton Hill<\/strong>, that neon-lit street full of overpriced attractions right near the falls. It&#8217;s a tourist trap of the highest order.<\/p>\n<p>And one more thing tourists often don&#8217;t know about: on restaurant bills in the Niagara area, you may see a <strong>TIF (Tourism Improvement Fee)<\/strong> \u2014 an additional charge automatically added to your bill. It&#8217;s not a tip; it&#8217;s a local levy. Watch out for it \u2014 and don&#8217;t ask me how I know.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Niagara-on-the-Lake_%E2%80%94_a_town_where_time_stood_still\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Niagara-on-the-Lake_a_town_where_time_stood_still\"><\/span>14. Niagara-on-the-Lake \u2014 a town where time stood still<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-7-queen-street-v-niagara-on-the-lake.jpg\" alt=\"Queen Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake\" class=\"wp-image-165292\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-7-queen-street-v-niagara-on-the-lake.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-7-queen-street-v-niagara-on-the-lake-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-7-queen-street-v-niagara-on-the-lake-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-7-queen-street-v-niagara-on-the-lake-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-7-queen-street-v-niagara-on-the-lake-696x463.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: DimiTalen \/ CC0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>About 20 minutes from the falls lies one of the most charming little towns I&#8217;ve seen in Canada. <strong>Niagara-on-the-Lake<\/strong> looks like an English village transported to North America \u2014 blooming gardens, historic houses, quaint boutiques, and vineyards all around. Some of the best Canadian wines are produced here, and it&#8217;s also home to the famous <strong>Shaw Festival<\/strong> \u2014 a theatre festival running from April to November.<\/p>\n<p>My recommendation? Rent bikes and cycle the <strong>wine route<\/strong> between the vineyards. It&#8217;s flat, beautiful, and you can stop for tastings at one (or five) wineries along the way. Most offer tasting sets for 10\u201320 CAD (\u00a36\u201312). Then sit on a terrace overlooking the vines, have a glass of local Chardonnay, and wonder why you don&#8217;t do this more often.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Ice_wine_%E2%80%94_Ontarios_liquid_gold\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Ice_wine_Ontarios_liquid_gold\"><\/span>15. Ice wine \u2014 Ontario&#8217;s liquid gold<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"729\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-8-vinice-s-ledovym-vinem-v-ontariu.jpg\" alt=\"Vineyard producing ice wine in Ontario\" class=\"wp-image-165293\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-8-vinice-s-ledovym-vinem-v-ontariu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-8-vinice-s-ledovym-vinem-v-ontariu-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-8-vinice-s-ledovym-vinem-v-ontariu-700x425.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-8-vinice-s-ledovym-vinem-v-ontariu-768x467.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-8-vinice-s-ledovym-vinem-v-ontariu-696x423.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA \/ CC BY-SA 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t know what <strong>ice wine<\/strong> is, here&#8217;s the deal: Canada is one of the world&#8217;s largest producers, and Ontario is its epicentre. The grapes are harvested frozen, at temperatures below -8\u00b0C, and the result is an incredibly sweet, concentrated wine served as a dessert. It&#8217;s liquid luxury.<\/p>\n<p>A small bottle (usually 200ml) starts at around 25 CAD (\u00a315) for a basic version, while premium ones can easily exceed 100 CAD. You can buy it directly from wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake, at <strong>LCBO<\/strong> (Ontario&#8217;s government-run liquor shops), or at the airport \u2014 but the best experience is tasting it right in the cellar. The <strong>Inniskillin<\/strong> winery is legendary and offers tastings year-round. And if you visit in spring, some farms will show you the actual process of harvesting frozen grapes.<\/p>\n<p><!-- GYG:NIAGARA --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_nature_steals_the_show_5_parks_and_natural_wonders_of_Ontario\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_nature_steals_the_show_5_parks_and_natural_wonders_of_Ontario\"><\/span>Where nature steals the show: 5 parks and natural wonders of Ontario<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>And now for the best part \u2014 nature. Ontario is home to some of the most stunning national and provincial parks in all of Canada. From the endless lakes of Algonquin to the turquoise waters of Bruce Peninsula to the thousands of islands along the US border. Here are 5 places where Ontario&#8217;s nature puts on its finest show \u2014 and where you&#8217;ll feel like you&#8217;re at the very edge of the world.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Algonquin_Provincial_Park_%E2%80%94_where_youll_learn_to_love_silence\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Algonquin_Provincial_Park_where_youll_learn_to_love_silence\"><\/span>16. Algonquin Provincial Park \u2014 where you&#8217;ll learn to love silence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-podzimni-barvy-lesu-v-algonquin-provincial-park-v-ontariu.jpg\" alt=\"Autumn colours in Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario\" class=\"wp-image-159253\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-podzimni-barvy-lesu-v-algonquin-provincial-park-v-ontariu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-podzimni-barvy-lesu-v-algonquin-provincial-park-v-ontariu-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-podzimni-barvy-lesu-v-algonquin-provincial-park-v-ontariu-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-4-podzimni-barvy-lesu-v-algonquin-provincial-park-v-ontariu-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Mhsheikholeslami \/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Algonquin Park is, for me, the heart of Ontario. It&#8217;s a massive provincial park (over 7,600 km\u00b2) full of lakes, rivers, forests, and wildlife \u2014 moose, beavers, bears, wolves. And above all, silence. That kind of silence where all you hear is birdsong, wind in the treetops, and the occasional slap of a beaver&#8217;s tail on the water.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canoeing<\/strong> is the number one experience here \u2014 you can plan a day trip or a multi-day adventure carrying your canoe between lakes (portaging). For those who want something less challenging, the <strong>Highway 60 Corridor<\/strong> offers several accessible trails and a visitor centre.<\/p>\n<p>And now for the single most important thing to remember from this entire article: <strong>book your campground at least 5 months in advance!<\/strong> Reservations open at exactly 7am (ET) and popular sites sell out within minutes. This is not an exaggeration \u2014 people on Reddit describe sitting at their computers at 6:59 and refreshing the page. Summer 2026 reservations open on a rolling basis (always 5 months ahead), so if you&#8217;re planning July, book in February. Website: <strong>ontarioparks.ca<\/strong>, phone: 1-888-ONT-PARK.<\/p>\n<p>In autumn, Algonquin is literally ablaze \u2014 the foliage colours here are among the most spectacular in all of North America. The best viewpoint? <strong>Lookout Trail<\/strong> \u2014 a short hike, but the view across an endless carpet of red and gold treetops will take your breath away.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Bruce_Peninsula_and_The_Grotto_%E2%80%94_turquoise_water_in_the_heart_of_Canada\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Bruce_Peninsula_and_The_Grotto_turquoise_water_in_the_heart_of_Canada\"><\/span>17. Bruce Peninsula and The Grotto \u2014 turquoise water in the heart of Canada<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"653\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-tyrkysova-voda-a-vapencove-utesy-u-the-grotto-na-bruce-penin.jpg\" alt=\"Turquoise water and limestone cliffs at The Grotto on Bruce Peninsula\" class=\"wp-image-159254\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-tyrkysova-voda-a-vapencove-utesy-u-the-grotto-na-bruce-penin.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-tyrkysova-voda-a-vapencove-utesy-u-the-grotto-na-bruce-penin-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-tyrkysova-voda-a-vapencove-utesy-u-the-grotto-na-bruce-penin-700x381.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-5-tyrkysova-voda-a-vapencove-utesy-u-the-grotto-na-bruce-penin-768x418.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: WikiPedant \/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When I first saw photos of The Grotto on Bruce Peninsula, I thought it was Greece or Croatia. The water is so turquoise and crystal-clear that you simply can&#8217;t believe it when you&#8217;re standing at the edge of the cliff, looking down into a cave carved by millennia of erosion. And yet you&#8217;re just 4 hours from Toronto, in the middle of Canada.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/pn-np\/on\/bruce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bruce Peninsula National Park<\/a><\/strong> is one of the most popular national parks in Ontario, and <strong>The Grotto<\/strong> is its star attraction. But beware \u2014 entry is <strong>by reservation only<\/strong>, and spots sell out extremely fast. In 2026, however, there&#8217;s brilliant news: <strong>Parks Canada is offering free entry from 19 June to 7 September 2026<\/strong> as part of the Canada Strong Pass programme! That doesn&#8217;t mean you don&#8217;t need to reserve, though \u2014 parking is still limited and the reservation fee still applies. Reservations for summer 2026 opened on 2 February at 8am (ET) at <strong>reservation.pc.gc.ca<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The hike to The Grotto takes about 45 minutes over rocky terrain \u2014 shoes with good grip are essential. And if you want to get into the cave itself, you&#8217;ll need to scramble down the rocks, which isn&#8217;t for everyone. But the view from above is equally stunning.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Tobermory_%E2%80%94_shipwrecks_in_crystal-clear_water\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Tobermory_shipwrecks_in_crystal-clear_water\"><\/span>18. Tobermory \u2014 shipwrecks in crystal-clear water<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-9-flowerpot-island-u-tobermory.jpg\" alt=\"Flowerpot Island near Tobermory\" class=\"wp-image-165294\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-9-flowerpot-island-u-tobermory.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-9-flowerpot-island-u-tobermory-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-9-flowerpot-island-u-tobermory-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-9-flowerpot-island-u-tobermory-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-9-flowerpot-island-u-tobermory-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Laslovarga \/ CC BY-SA 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Tobermory is a picturesque fishing village at the very tip of Bruce Peninsula and a gateway to several incredible experiences. The water in the harbour is so clear that you can see shipwrecks on the bottom from the dock \u2014 no diving required! For those who do want to dive, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/amnc-nmca\/on\/fathomfive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fathom Five<\/a> National Marine Park<\/strong> has dozens of historic wrecks to explore.<\/p>\n<p>From Tobermory, boats head to <strong>Flowerpot Island<\/strong> \u2014 a small island with iconic rock pillars that look like giant flower pots. The crossing takes about 20 minutes and the glass-bottom boat lets you see wrecks along the way. Tickets are around 50 CAD (\u00a329). And if you have time and a taste for adventure, a <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"FerryScanner\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/ferryscanner\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">ferry<\/a> runs from Tobermory to <strong>Manitoulin Island<\/strong> \u2014 but more on that shortly.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Thousand_Islands_%E2%80%94_1800_islands_and_a_fairytale_castle\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Thousand_Islands_1800_islands_and_a_fairytale_castle\"><\/span>19. Thousand Islands \u2014 1,800 islands and a fairytale castle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-zamek-boldt-castle-na-ostrove-v-oblasti-thousand-islands.jpg\" alt=\"Boldt Castle on an island in the Thousand Islands region\" class=\"wp-image-159255\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-zamek-boldt-castle-na-ostrove-v-oblasti-thousand-islands.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-zamek-boldt-castle-na-ostrove-v-oblasti-thousand-islands-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-zamek-boldt-castle-na-ostrove-v-oblasti-thousand-islands-700x497.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-6-zamek-boldt-castle-na-ostrove-v-oblasti-thousand-islands-768x545.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Pierre Andr\u00e9 \/ Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Thousand Islands region is an enchanting stretch of the St. Lawrence River, scattered with over 1,800 islets \u2014 from tiny rocky outcrops with a single tree to islands with luxury mansions. It&#8217;s about 3 hours east of Toronto, and the best way to experience it is, of course, from the water.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Boat cruises<\/strong> depart from several locations \u2014 from Brockville (90-minute cruise from 37 CAD \/ \u00a321), from Rockport (from 69 CAD \/ \u00a340 per adult), or from Kingston. The highlight is <strong>Boldt Castle<\/strong> on Heart Island \u2014 a magnificent castle built by millionaire George Boldt for his wife. But heads up: the island is on the <strong>American side of the border<\/strong>, so you&#8217;ll need a passport! Without one, you can&#8217;t get to the castle. Kayaking among the islands is the way to go if you prefer your own pace \u2014 it&#8217;s absolutely magical, especially at sunrise or sunset.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Sandbanks_%E2%80%94_beaches_almost_like_the_Caribbean_well_almost\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Sandbanks_beaches_almost_like_the_Caribbean_well_almost\"><\/span>20. Sandbanks \u2014 beaches almost like the Caribbean (well, almost)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park.jpg\" alt=\"Beach at Sandbanks Provincial Park\" class=\"wp-image-165295\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-10-plaz-v-sandbanks-provincial-park-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: A J Butler \/ CC BY 3.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontarioparks.ca\/park\/sandbanks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sandbanks Provincial Park<\/a> has the world&#8217;s largest freshwater dune system and beaches that wouldn&#8217;t look entirely out of place in the Caribbean. Fine white sand, clear water, and in summer, temperatures warm enough for a proper swim. The park is in <strong>Prince Edward County<\/strong> \u2014 an area that&#8217;s transformed into a wine and foodie paradise over recent years.<\/p>\n<p>The main beaches are <strong>Outlet Beach<\/strong> (quieter, fewer people) and <strong>Sandbanks Beach<\/strong> (bigger, more popular). Camping in the park is great too, but \u2014 surprise \u2014 book well ahead. Combined with a visit to the wineries in Prince Edward County (more on that below), it makes for a perfect weekend trip from Toronto.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hidden_gems_of_Ontario_6_places_most_tourists_miss\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hidden_gems_of_Ontario_6_places_most_tourists_miss\"><\/span>Hidden gems of Ontario: 6 places most tourists miss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is my favourite part of the article. While most tourists stick to Toronto, Ottawa, and Niagara, Ontario has plenty of places that fly completely under the radar. Here are 6 hidden gems to see and explore off the beaten path \u2014 and trust me, they&#8217;re worth the detour.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Muskoka_%E2%80%94_the_%E2%80%9CHamptons_of_the_North%E2%80%9D_with_thousands_of_lakes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Muskoka_the_Hamptons_of_the_North_with_thousands_of_lakes\"><\/span>21. Muskoka \u2014 the &#8220;Hamptons of the North&#8221; with thousands of lakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce.jpg\" alt=\"Lake and cottage in Muskoka\" class=\"wp-image-165296\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-11-jezero-a-chata-v-muskoce-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Geo Swan \/ Public domain \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Muskoka is to Canadians (especially Torontonians) what the Lake District is to Londoners \u2014 the place you go for a weekend away. Except here, some of those &#8220;cottages&#8221; are luxury estates belonging to celebrities and billionaires, perched on the shores of one of the roughly 1,600 lakes in the area. Don&#8217;t worry, though \u2014 Muskoka has plenty to offer us mere mortals on a normal budget too.<\/p>\n<p>The area around <strong>Huntsville<\/strong> is a great base \u2014 a charming little town with restaurants and access to <strong>Limberlost Forest<\/strong>, which has over 12 hiking trails. For a jaw-dropping view, tackle the <strong>Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail<\/strong> \u2014 the panorama over Lake Muskoka is unforgettable. And for something unique, take a cruise on the <strong>RMS Segwun<\/strong> \u2014 the oldest operating steamship in North America. The autumn colours here are absolutely phenomenal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip for romantics:<\/strong> Try <strong>Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve<\/strong> \u2014 one of the few officially protected stargazing sites in Ontario. On a clear night, you&#8217;ll see the Milky Way like nowhere else.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Prince_Edward_County_%E2%80%94_a_wine_lovers_paradise\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Prince_Edward_County_a_wine_lovers_paradise\"><\/span>22. Prince Edward County \u2014 a wine lover&#8217;s paradise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-12-vinarstvi-v-prince-edward-county.jpg\" alt=\"Winery in Prince Edward County\" class=\"wp-image-165298\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-12-vinarstvi-v-prince-edward-county.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-12-vinarstvi-v-prince-edward-county-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-12-vinarstvi-v-prince-edward-county-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-12-vinarstvi-v-prince-edward-county-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-12-vinarstvi-v-prince-edward-county-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Robert Taylor from Stirling, ON, Canada \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Prince Edward County \u2014 or &#8220;The County&#8221; as locals call it \u2014 is probably the trendiest weekend trip from Toronto. Picture an area with more than 35 wineries, farm-to-table restaurants, lavender farms, and craft breweries \u2014 all on a peaceful peninsula surrounded by water. It feels like a different world, just two and a half hours from the city.<\/p>\n<p>The wineries here produce excellent <strong>Chardonnay<\/strong> and <strong>Pinot Noir<\/strong>, and most offer tastings in lovely settings. I&#8217;d recommend <strong>Norman Hardie Winery<\/strong> (superb wood-fired pizzas paired with wine!) and <strong>Rosehall Run<\/strong>. Beyond wine, you&#8217;ll find artisan cheese makers, local restaurants working with ingredients straight from the farm, and in summer, lavender fields that look like they belong in Provence. If you can, combine your visit with <strong>Sandbanks<\/strong> \u2014 it&#8217;s right next door.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Kingston_%E2%80%94_rock_and_roll_soul_and_prison_stories\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Kingston_rock_and_roll_soul_and_prison_stories\"><\/span>23. Kingston \u2014 rock and roll soul and prison stories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-13-nabrezi-kingstonu-s-city-hall.jpg\" alt=\"Kingston waterfront with City Hall\" class=\"wp-image-165299\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-13-nabrezi-kingstonu-s-city-hall.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-13-nabrezi-kingstonu-s-city-hall-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-13-nabrezi-kingstonu-s-city-hall-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-13-nabrezi-kingstonu-s-city-hall-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-13-nabrezi-kingstonu-s-city-hall-696x463.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: DXR \/ CC BY-SA 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Kingston is a city that most tourists skip, and they&#8217;re missing out big time. A former capital of Canada (only briefly, but still), it&#8217;s now a university town with a beautiful limestone centre, a vibrant food scene, and an unexpectedly rock-and-roll soul \u2014 it&#8217;s the birthplace of legendary Canadian band <strong>The Tragically Hip<\/strong>, who are basically national heroes in Canada, sort of like what The Stone Roses are to Manchester but even bigger.<\/p>\n<p>Kingston is also the gateway to <strong>Thousand Islands<\/strong>, and it offers one truly unique experience: a tour of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kingstonpentours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kingston Penitentiary<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 a former federal prison that once housed Canada&#8217;s most dangerous criminals. Tours are popular, so I&#8217;d recommend booking ahead. Then stroll down <strong>Princess Street<\/strong>, grab lunch at one of the local restaurants, and soak up the atmosphere of a town that&#8217;s surprisingly lively for its size.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Manitoulin_Island_%E2%80%94_the_worlds_largest_freshwater_island\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Manitoulin_Island_the_worlds_largest_freshwater_island\"><\/span>24. Manitoulin Island \u2014 the world&#8217;s largest freshwater island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-14-bridal-veil-falls-na-manitoulin-island.jpg\" alt=\"Bridal Veil Falls on Manitoulin Island\" class=\"wp-image-165300\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-14-bridal-veil-falls-na-manitoulin-island.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-14-bridal-veil-falls-na-manitoulin-island-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-14-bridal-veil-falls-na-manitoulin-island-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-14-bridal-veil-falls-na-manitoulin-island-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-14-bridal-veil-falls-na-manitoulin-island-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Xander Ashburn \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Yes, you read that right \u2014 the world&#8217;s largest freshwater island is in Ontario. <strong>Manitoulin Island<\/strong> sits in Lake Huron, and you can get there either by ferry from Tobermory (about 2 hours \u2014 a fantastic experience in itself) or via a bridge from the town of Little Current to the north.<\/p>\n<p>Manitoulin is home to several First Nations communities, and Indigenous culture is very much alive and present here. I recommend visiting the <strong>Ojibwe Cultural Foundation<\/strong>, and if your timing is right, <strong>Haweater Weekend<\/strong> (August) is a local festival featuring powwow dance showcases. As for nature, the <strong>Cup and Saucer Trail<\/strong> offers one of the best views in all of Ontario \u2014 70 metres above the surrounding landscape, with a panorama across the lake. This is an island where time slows down, and so do you.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Elora_Gorge_%E2%80%94_a_mini_Grand_Canyon_and_a_charming_village\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Elora_Gorge_a_mini_Grand_Canyon_and_a_charming_village\"><\/span>25. Elora Gorge \u2014 a mini Grand Canyon and a charming village<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"898\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu.jpg\" alt=\"Elora Gorge in Ontario\" class=\"wp-image-165301\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu-700x524.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-15-elora-gorge-v-ontariu-696x521.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA \/ CC BY-SA 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>About an hour and a half from Toronto lies the village of <strong>Elora<\/strong>, which looks like it&#8217;s been plucked straight from the Scottish Highlands. Limestone buildings, art galleries, caf\u00e9s, and most importantly \u2014 <strong>Elora Gorge<\/strong>, a dramatic gorge with limestone cliffs up to 22 metres high, carved by the Grand River.<\/p>\n<p>In summer, <strong>tubing<\/strong> is massively popular here \u2014 you hop into an inflatable tube and let the current carry you through the gorge. It&#8217;s brilliant fun and costs about 10\u201315 CAD (\u00a36\u20139) to rent a tube. Outside summer, it&#8217;s gorgeous for hiking along the gorge rim. Then grab lunch in the village \u2014 the atmosphere of an old stone village with modern restaurants is simply perfect. By the way, Elora also makes a great base if you don&#8217;t want to sleep in the park itself but want to stay close to nature.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_Hamilton_%E2%80%94_the_city_of_a_hundred_waterfalls_seriously_a_hundred\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_Hamilton_the_city_of_a_hundred_waterfalls_seriously_a_hundred\"><\/span>26. Hamilton \u2014 the city of a hundred waterfalls (seriously, a hundred)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-16-webster-falls-v-hamiltonu.jpg\" alt=\"Webster Falls in Hamilton\" class=\"wp-image-165302\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-16-webster-falls-v-hamiltonu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-16-webster-falls-v-hamiltonu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-16-webster-falls-v-hamiltonu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-16-webster-falls-v-hamiltonu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-16-webster-falls-v-hamiltonu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Laslovarga \/ CC BY-SA 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Hamilton is a city with over <strong>100 waterfalls<\/strong>. One hundred. Waterfalls. In a single city. It calls itself the &#8220;Waterfall Capital of the World&#8221; and honestly \u2014 I can&#8217;t argue with that. Most of them lie along the <strong>Niagara Escarpment<\/strong>, a limestone ridge that stretches across Ontario.<\/p>\n<p>The most famous? <strong>Webster Falls<\/strong> (22 metres, cascading and gorgeous) and <strong>Tew Falls<\/strong> (41 metres, the tallest in Hamilton) \u2014 both are in Spencer Gorge Conservation Area, and <strong>from May to November you need an online reservation<\/strong> because they&#8217;re so popular. <strong>Albion Falls<\/strong> is easily accessible from the car park (200 metres&#8217; walk). And if you fancy a proper hike, the <strong>Bruce Trail<\/strong> in the Iroquoia section takes you past four major waterfalls with views from the cliff edge.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> The waterfalls are at their most impressive in spring after the snow melts, or after heavy rain. In late summer, some may have reduced flow. And Hamilton has a surprisingly good food scene too \u2014 James Street North is packed with independent restaurants and bars.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture_and_experiences_3_original_things_to_do_in_Ontario\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture_and_experiences_3_original_things_to_do_in_Ontario\"><\/span>Culture and experiences: 3 original things to do in Ontario<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ontario isn&#8217;t just nature and big cities. You&#8217;ll also find a world-renowned theatre festival, an Alpine-style village with skiing, and a hockey museum you&#8217;ll fall in love with even if you don&#8217;t follow the sport. Here are 3 cultural tips and experiences that show Ontario from a completely different angle.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_Stratford_Festival_%E2%80%94_world-class_Shakespeare\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_Stratford_Festival_world-class_Shakespeare\"><\/span>27. Stratford Festival \u2014 world-class Shakespeare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you love theatre, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stratfordfestival.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stratford Festival<\/a> will blow you away. The town of <strong>Stratford<\/strong> in Ontario has been hosting one of the largest and most acclaimed theatre festivals in North America since 1953. From April to November, they stage Shakespeare, classics, and modern plays across several theatres \u2014 and the quality is genuinely world-class.<\/p>\n<p>The town itself is lovely \u2014 the River Avon (yes, named deliberately after its English counterpart), swans gliding on the water, beautiful gardens, and plenty of great restaurants. Tickets range from about 40 to 150 CAD (\u00a323\u201387) depending on seating and the production. Stratford is about two hours from Toronto and can easily be combined with a visit to Elora \u2014 they&#8217;re roughly an hour apart.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"28_Blue_Mountain_%E2%80%94_skiing_an_Alpine_village_and_summer_adventures\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"28_Blue_Mountain_skiing_an_Alpine_village_and_summer_adventures\"><\/span>28. Blue Mountain \u2014 skiing, an Alpine village, and summer adventures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-17-blue-mountain-resort-v-ontariu.jpg\" alt=\"Blue Mountain Resort in Ontario\" class=\"wp-image-165303\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-17-blue-mountain-resort-v-ontariu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-17-blue-mountain-resort-v-ontariu-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-17-blue-mountain-resort-v-ontariu-700x464.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-17-blue-mountain-resort-v-ontariu-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-17-blue-mountain-resort-v-ontariu-696x461.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: alljengi from Leith, Edinburgh \/ CC BY-SA 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Blue Mountain is Ontario&#8217;s number one ski resort, and in winter it draws skiers from across the Toronto area. But what many people don&#8217;t realise is that it&#8217;s brilliant in summer too. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluemountainvillage.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blue Mountain Village<\/a><\/strong> is a charming little Alpine-style village with shops, restaurants, and loads of activities: the <strong>Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster<\/strong> (a toboggan ride down the mountain), ziplines, via ferrata, and paddle boarding on Georgian Bay.<\/p>\n<p>In winter, there are solid ski runs (by Canadian standards \u2014 perhaps not Alpine ones), cross-country trails, and snowshoeing. Blue Mountain is about two hours from Toronto and combines nicely with a visit to Tobermory and Bruce Peninsula if you&#8217;re heading north for a longer trip.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"29_Hockey_Hall_of_Fame_%E2%80%94_even_if_you_dont_follow_hockey\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"29_Hockey_Hall_of_Fame_even_if_you_dont_follow_hockey\"><\/span>29. Hockey Hall of Fame \u2014 even if you don&#8217;t follow hockey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As someone from the Czech Republic living in Canada, I have to say that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hhof.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hockey Hall of Fame<\/a> in Toronto is worth a visit even if hockey isn&#8217;t your thing. It&#8217;s an interactive museum where you can shoot on a virtual goalie, see the original Stanley Cup (smaller than you&#8217;d think!), and learn about the history of a sport that&#8217;s to Canadians what football is to the English. Only more important, they&#8217;d argue.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s also plenty of memorabilia featuring Czech and Slovak hockey players, which is a nice touch. Admission is around 25 CAD (\u00a315) for adults, and <strong>tip:<\/strong> with a PRESTO card (Toronto&#8217;s transit card) you get 20% off. The Hall of Fame is in central Toronto on Yonge Street, so it&#8217;s easy to combine with a walk around the city.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_and_drink_in_Ontario_3_flavours_you_must_try\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_and_drink_in_Ontario_3_flavours_you_must_try\"><\/span>What to eat and drink in Ontario: 3 flavours you must try<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Canada might not be the first country that springs to mind when you think of food. But Ontario will surprise you \u2014 from poutine to BeaverTails to maple syrup straight from the tree. Here are 3 foodie tips for what to try in Ontario so you can experience authentic Canadian cuisine.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_Poutine_%E2%80%94_chips_cheese_and_gravy_that_will_change_your_life\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_Poutine_chips_cheese_and_gravy_that_will_change_your_life\"><\/span>30. Poutine \u2014 chips, cheese, and gravy that will change your life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou.jpg\" alt=\"Poutine \u2014 chips with cheese curds and gravy\" class=\"wp-image-165304\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-18-poutine-hranolky-se-syrem-a-omackou-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: RandomKatze \/ CC0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Poutine is Canada&#8217;s national dish, and if you&#8217;ve never had it, prepare to fall in love at first bite. It&#8217;s simple: <strong>chips, cheese curds, and hot brown gravy<\/strong>. The cheese should &#8220;squeak&#8221; between your teeth at the right temperature \u2014 that&#8217;s the test of proper poutine.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll find poutine everywhere \u2014 from fast food joints to gourmet restaurants that serve it with duck confit or lobster. A basic portion costs 8\u201312 CAD (\u00a35\u20137). In Toronto, I&#8217;d recommend <strong>Smoke&#8217;s Poutinerie<\/strong> (a chain, but good and with loads of variations) or local restaurants in Kensington Market. Fair warning: it&#8217;s one of those things that looks like an unphotogenic mess but tastes absolutely phenomenal.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"31_BeaverTails_and_Tim_Hortons_%E2%80%94_Canadian_classics\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"31_BeaverTails_and_Tim_Hortons_Canadian_classics\"><\/span>31. BeaverTails and Tim Hortons \u2014 Canadian classics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-19-beavertails-kanadske-sladke-pecivo.jpg\" alt=\"BeaverTails \u2014 Canadian sweet fried pastry\" class=\"wp-image-165305\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-19-beavertails-kanadske-sladke-pecivo.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-19-beavertails-kanadske-sladke-pecivo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-19-beavertails-kanadske-sladke-pecivo-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-19-beavertails-kanadske-sladke-pecivo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-19-beavertails-kanadske-sladke-pecivo-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Arge300exx \/ Public domain \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I already mentioned <strong>BeaverTails<\/strong> in the Ottawa section, but they deserve their own entry. It&#8217;s fried dough shaped like a beaver&#8217;s tail (the beaver is Canada&#8217;s national symbol, so why not) and topped with various goodies. My top pick is the <strong>Avalanche<\/strong> \u2014 Nutella, peanut butter, and Reese&#8217;s Pieces. One costs around 8 CAD (\u00a35) and it&#8217;s so big it&#8217;s usually enough for two.<\/p>\n<p>And then there&#8217;s <strong>Tim Hortons<\/strong> \u2014 Canada&#8217;s answer to Costa, only cheaper, unpretentious, and absolutely everywhere. Timmies (as Canadians call it) is an institution. Order a <strong>double-double<\/strong> (coffee with two sugars and two creams) and a <strong>Timbit<\/strong> (a doughnut hole) and you&#8217;ll be an honorary Canadian for a moment. The coffee quality is&#8230; let&#8217;s say debatable, but the cultural experience is priceless.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"32_Maple_syrup_%E2%80%94_the_real_stuff_please\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"32_Maple_syrup_the_real_stuff_please\"><\/span>32. Maple syrup \u2014 the real stuff, please<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"816\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-20-javorovy-sirup-na-palacinkach.jpg\" alt=\"Maple syrup on pancakes\" class=\"wp-image-165306\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-20-javorovy-sirup-na-palacinkach.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-20-javorovy-sirup-na-palacinkach-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-20-javorovy-sirup-na-palacinkach-700x476.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-20-javorovy-sirup-na-palacinkach-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-20-javorovy-sirup-na-palacinkach-696x473.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: CharmaineZoe&#8217;s Marvelous Melange from England \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Maple syrup in Canada is like olive oil in Italy \u2014 it&#8217;s something an entire culture revolves around, and the difference between the real thing and the supermarket stuff you buy back home is like the difference between champagne and cheap fizz. Real Canadian maple syrup is thick, velvety, and tastes of caramel with notes of vanilla and nuts.<\/p>\n<p>Buy it directly from farms (<strong>sugar shacks \/ cabanes \u00e0 sucre<\/strong>) \u2014 especially in March and April, when <strong>maple syrup season<\/strong> is in full swing and farms host open days with tastings, pancakes, and other treats. In Ontario, there are plenty of farms in the Lanark County area near Ottawa. A bottle of pure maple syrup (250ml) costs about 10\u201315 CAD (\u00a36\u20139). <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Look for Grade A Dark with the &#8220;Canada No. 1&#8221; label \u2014 it has the richest flavour. And definitely don&#8217;t pack it in your hand luggage \u2014 airport security won&#8217;t be thrilled.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ontario_by_season_3_reasons_to_visit_any_time_of_year\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ontario_by_season_3_reasons_to_visit_any_time_of_year\"><\/span>Ontario by season: 3 reasons to visit any time of year<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the things that fascinates me about Ontario is how dramatically the province transforms throughout the year. Each season brings a completely different atmosphere, different activities, and different reasons to visit. Here are 3 seasonal tips for what to see and do in Ontario.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"33_Autumn_%E2%80%94_an_explosion_of_colour_like_youve_never_seen\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"33_Autumn_an_explosion_of_colour_like_youve_never_seen\"><\/span>33. Autumn \u2014 an explosion of colour like you&#8217;ve never seen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-21-podzimni-barvy-v-algonquin-provincial-park.jpg\" alt=\"Autumn colours in Algonquin Provincial Park\" class=\"wp-image-165307\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-21-podzimni-barvy-v-algonquin-provincial-park.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-21-podzimni-barvy-v-algonquin-provincial-park-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-21-podzimni-barvy-v-algonquin-provincial-park-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-21-podzimni-barvy-v-algonquin-provincial-park-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/128099-21-podzimni-barvy-v-algonquin-provincial-park-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Tony Webster from Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Autumn in Ontario is the reason people fly here from around the world. It&#8217;s called <strong>fall foliage<\/strong>, and it&#8217;s a literal explosion of red, orange, gold, and burgundy that blankets the entire province from late September through mid-October. If you&#8217;ve never seen it in person, trust me \u2014 photos don&#8217;t do it even half the justice.<\/p>\n<p>The best spots for autumn colours? <strong>Algonquin Park<\/strong> (obviously), <strong>Muskoka<\/strong> (the Dorset Lookout Tower is a legendary viewpoint), <strong>Thousand Islands Parkway<\/strong>, and the <strong>Bruce Trail<\/strong>. Ontario Parks even has an online &#8220;Fall Colour Report&#8221; that&#8217;s updated weekly to show where the colours are most intense. The ideal window is typically the last week of September through the second week of October, though it varies from year to year. If you can, plan a road trip: Toronto \u2192 Muskoka \u2192 Algonquin \u2192 Ottawa \u2014 it&#8217;s roughly a five-day route and you&#8217;ll see the very best.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"34_Winter_%E2%80%94_skating_snow_and_a_touch_of_madness\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"34_Winter_skating_snow_and_a_touch_of_madness\"><\/span>34. Winter \u2014 skating, snow, and a touch of madness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Winter in Ontario isn&#8217;t for everyone, I&#8217;ll admit that. Temperatures can drop to -25\u00b0C and there&#8217;s plenty of snow. But if you dress for it (layering is key!) and embrace it, Ontario in winter has its own magic. The <strong>Rideau Canal Skateway<\/strong> in Ottawa is a must (free skating!), and the <strong>Winterlude<\/strong> festival (February) with ice sculptures and snow slides is brilliant for families.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Blue Mountain<\/strong> offers skiing (around 80\u2013130 CAD \/ \u00a346\u201375 for a day pass), but if you want an authentic Canadian experience, try <strong>ice fishing<\/strong> \u2014 fishing through a hole in the ice on a frozen lake, from a little hut with a wood stove. Yes, it sounds mad, but it&#8217;s surprisingly meditative. And you usually drink hot chocolate (or something stronger) while you&#8217;re at it. Ontario&#8217;s lakes typically freeze from January through March.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"35_Summer_and_spring_%E2%80%94_lakes_festivals_and_Canadian_good_vibes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"35_Summer_and_spring_lakes_festivals_and_Canadian_good_vibes\"><\/span>35. Summer and spring \u2014 lakes, festivals, and Canadian good vibes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Summer<\/strong> is peak season and Ontario comes alive. Lakes warm up to swimming temperature, cottage country (mainly Muskoka and Kawartha Lakes) fills up with Torontonians escaping the city, and festivals take place across the province. The <strong>Toronto International Film Festival<\/strong> (TIFF) in September is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, and the city buzzes with it for an entire week. In summer 2026, Toronto is also hosting <strong>FIFA World Cup<\/strong> matches \u2014 the city will be bursting at the seams, so expect higher prices and book your accommodation as early as possible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Spring<\/strong> is quieter but has its own charm. In Ottawa, over a million tulips bloom during the <strong>Canadian Tulip Festival<\/strong> (May) \u2014 it&#8217;s the world&#8217;s largest tulip festival, and the story behind it is beautiful (the Netherlands thanked Canada for its help during World War II). Spring is also maple syrup season, and nature is waking up \u2014 waterfalls are at their strongest flow and park trails are beautifully green. For British travellers, direct flights from London Heathrow to Toronto Pearson are available with airlines like Air Canada and British Airways, making Ontario an easy transatlantic trip. Consider picking up an <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holafly\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/holafly\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">eSIM from Holafly<\/a> before you go, so you&#8217;ll have data from the moment you land.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_week_in_Ontario_cost_practical_tips\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_week_in_Ontario_cost_practical_tips\"><\/span>How much does a week in Ontario cost + practical tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ontario isn&#8217;t cheap, I&#8217;ll be upfront about that. Canada is generally one of the pricier destinations, and with the current exchange rate (1 CAD \u2248 \u00a30.58), it can come as a bit of a shock. Here&#8217;s a rough budget for a week for two:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation:<\/strong> A hotel or Airbnb in Toronto\/Ottawa runs around 150\u2013250 CAD per night (\u00a387\u2013145). Outside the big cities, it&#8217;s cheaper \u2014 around 100\u2013150 CAD. Camping in provincial parks is the most affordable option at about 40\u201355 CAD per night. <strong>Watch out for taxes:<\/strong> on top of the listed accommodation price, you&#8217;ll always pay <strong>13% HST<\/strong> (Harmonized Sales Tax), and in many cities an additional <strong>4\u20136% Municipal Accommodation Tax<\/strong>. That means you&#8217;re paying 17\u201319% more than the sticker price! This is probably the biggest shock for Europeans, because back home VAT is already included in the price.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Food:<\/strong> Restaurant meal in Toronto: a main course 15\u201330 CAD + tip (15\u201320% is expected!). Market food or fast food: 8\u201315 CAD. Weekly grocery shop for two: about 150\u2013200 CAD. <strong>Transport:<\/strong> A week&#8217;s car rental: around 300\u2013500 CAD + petrol (about 1.50\u20131.80 CAD\/litre). <strong>Activities:<\/strong> Most natural attractions are cheap or free \u2014 the main expenses are parking and reservation fees (5\u201315 CAD). Museums and attractions: 15\u201330 CAD per entry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overall:<\/strong> A week for two with a car, mid-range accommodation, and normal eating comes to roughly <strong>2,500\u20134,000 CAD<\/strong> (\u00a31,450\u20132,320) excluding flights. <strong>Money-saving tip:<\/strong> Go in September\/October (shoulder season \u2014 lower prices, beautiful weather) and mix camping with hotels. Also keep an eye on the <strong>Ontario Parks<\/strong> website for day-use permits, which are cheaper than campground reservations.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_FAQ\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_FAQ\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"toronto\" lang=\"en\" rendered=\"2026-05-27T07:45:07+00:00\" v=\"1\" --><\/p>\n<style id=\"lk-gyg-styles\">\n@import url(\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:wght@700&family=DM+Sans:wght@300;400;500;600&display=swap\");\n\/* === LKM GYG karty \u2014 sjednocen\u00e9 se Stay22 modulem === *\/\n.lk-gyg-module * { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n.lk-gyg-module a,\n.lk-gyg-module a:link,\n.lk-gyg-module a:visited,\n.lk-gyg-module a:hover,\n.lk-gyg-module a:active {\n  background: none !important;\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  background-image: none !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  text-decoration: none !important;\n  border-bottom: none !important;\n  color: inherit;\n}<\/p>\n<p>.lk-gyg-module {\n  font-family: 'DM Sans', Georgia, sans-serif;\n  max-width: 860px;\n  margin: 2.5rem auto;\n  background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fdfaf5 0%, #fcf8f0 100%);\n  border: 1px solid #e8dfd4;\n  border-radius: 16px;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  box-shadow: 0 16px 48px rgba(195, 159, 118, 0.25), 0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n}<\/p>\n<p>\/* HEADER *\/\n.lk-gyg-header {\n  position: relative;\n  padding: 28px 32px 24px;\n  background: linear-gradient(135deg, #c39f76 0%, #d4b188 60%, #c39f76 100%);\n  display: flex; 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