Top Things to do in London
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You’ll see double-decker buses and even the River Thames, but while London, Ontario, has clearly been inspired by its British namesake, this is a distinctly Canadian destination. Attractions like Fanshawe Pioneer Village, Banting House and Eldon House will captivate history buffs. Or indulge your, shall we say, slightly less cerebral side with a tour of the Labatt Brewery.
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1. Eldon House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Built in 1834, the oldest surviving home in London contains heirlooms and furnishings that belonged to the original owners, Captain John and Amelia Harris. ***During COVID-19 the interior of Eldon House will be open by appointment only during the listed hours. Our summer tea program is unavailable in 2020.
Reviewed By hrhmed - Toronto, Canada
we visited this house and what a surprise! I love history and this house delivers. furnitures, decor, kitchen, wallpaper, bedroom and the guides are very informative that even my son who hates sightseeing got interested with the house history and ask a lot of questions.... they have construction but you can still go inside the house. They also have high tea with staff dressed in old servants uniform... Highly recommend to visit and admission is donation to hep with the upkeep of this house.
2. Banting House National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By explorer044 - Montreal, Canada
Dr. Banting's achievement, the discovery of insulin, is highlighted in this home/museum The guide that accompanied us, a Masters history student, was exceptionally well informed and made the history of the development of insulin and Dr. Banting's life history come alive This historical landmark should be better promoted
3. Fanshawe Pioneer Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
Reviewed By sassenachx
I have loved visiting Pioneer Village since I was a child. It's a relaxing, fun day spent outside. You can wander the buildings as you wish and there are sometimes events and extra activities, as well as seasonal events. The staff is great and if you are interested, you can chat with them and learn so many things about history. It's a very good place to go to generate discussions with kids about historical life and show them examples in an accessible way. There are plenty of opportunities for photos of the houses, wildlife (mostly birds) and nature, farm animals, or taking portraits. I have taken my son since he was a toddler and he always enjoys it too. He is 6 and the last time we went, he didn't want to leave even after a few hours! It was not crowded at all (just steady) and very low key, which was great for a hot summer afternoon. The little cafe has just the right number of choices (soups, sandwiches, ice cream, etc.) and the food is always good. The gift shop has so many lovely and fun items in a range of prices that are very fair. It feels like being outside of the city even though it's not far at all. You can also go nearby to hiking trails, the campground, etc. I think almost anyone could have a great time here whether they are interested in history or not!
4. Budweiser Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 592 reviews
Reviewed By JAR226 - London, Canada
An awesome entertainer, with a great stage. I've seen various concerts here, in RUSH, Meatloaf; theatrical productions, such as Rent, Kinky Boots; figure skating including our own Scott and Tessa; and of course the London Knights.
5. Aeolian Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By S8565CTlindan - Ontario's Highlands, Canada
We saw two events here, the Au Pears and Dan Needles.both wonderful with terrific talent and acoustics.
6. London's Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Open every Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm and Sunday 10:00am - 2:00pm, year round. The Market at Western Fair District is located at 900 King St. in the Confederation Building, featuring two floors of high-quality, farm fresh goods and unique products. Enjoy a selection of produce, meats, prepared foods, baked goods, apparel, jewellery and much more! So bring your friends and family and enjoy the Market experience. We promise you won’t go home empty handed! 2018 Winner of “Best of London - Best Flea/Farmers Market” No pets allowed, only service animals.
Reviewed By hoogie52 - London, Canada
This is a great place to visit for food and handmade items. There's a lot of vendors that sell fruit, veggies, ready made food, coffee, etc. There's also vendors who sell furniture, antiques, crafted items, etc. It's a very cool place to visit on a Saturday. The Fritter Shop is a highlight!!
7. Covent Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By gabriellasG6271OA - Los Angeles, United States
I have posted earlier about what a treasure this place is. As of June 1 all vendors have been given the go ahead to come back. And the outdoor market is active yet again. I've been going every Saturday after the partial reopening. Really looking forward to when they're all back again.
8. Labatt Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
LABATT HOMETOWN BREWERY TOUR (Reservations Required) is at the same location where our founder John Kinder Labatt first started brewing beer back in 1847. The tour takes about 2 hours with a full guided tour with headsets of the Brewing, Fermenting, Ageing and Packaging areas. A sampling session to follow plus 15% discount coupon for merchandise at our Labatt Retail Store on site. Everyone must wear fully enclosed and flat footwear. ALL TOURS NEED TO BE RESERVED IN ADVANCE.
Reviewed By keeo66 - Allentown, United States
Labatt Blue is my favorite beer so this was a cool bucket list visit for me. The buildings, the town, the brewery, the people, the tour guide.....every element had character, charm, history, and energy. Highly recommend taking the time to book this tour.
9. Westminster Ponds
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By packingandunpacking - London, Canada
Living in London and this year being cautious about where we go, it was our goal to explore some of the hiking trails in the city. We parked at the London Tourism Welcome Centre, 696 Wellington Road and walked in. After taking a pic of the map, we decided on the loop that circles Spettigue Pond. 4km in 1 hour, 10 minutes, at a strolling pace. I was happy that I wore running shoes rather than sandals. Lots of tree roots to step over in many areas. Very nice dock overlooking Spettigue to see the size of the pond and take some nice pics. Some small uphill and down. I wouldn't recommend walking here soon after a rainfall. Dirt paths definitely would be slippery.
10. The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Adriaanv49
A long time ago I visited the RCR museum only to find some uniforms and medals. What a pleasant surprise to see how much displays have improved. I think every class in London and area should visit this museum to get an idea of what the veterans have done for us.
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