Top Things to do in Burlington
10 Things to do in Burlington That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Burlington, Canada including Cherry Hill Gate, Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington Waterfront Trail, Mount Nemo Conservation Area, Paletta Lakefront Park and Mansion, LaSalle Park, Lowville Park, Spencer Smith Park, Art Gallery of Burlington, GO Transit.
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1. Cherry Hill Gate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Divebomb
Cherry Hill Gate is a hidden Gem! The trail is walking through a forest of lush greenery, stopping along the way to feed birds from the palm of your hand. What a Treat! Parking costs 1 to 3 dollars for the entire afternoon. The trail winds through the forest and opens into a sun filled marsh teeming with wildlife, ducks, fish, hawks, blue Jays, sparrows, chickadees, kingfishers.....I can go on and on, I am sure there were more species of bird and animals than I saw that day. I saw a muskrat further into the marsh.....the animals are unafraid as there is no threat from those who visit. You must stay on the boardwalk while there, but that's fine.....the wildlife is busy all around you. Great place to take the Kids!
2. Royal Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 856 reviews
Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) is the largest botanical garden in Canada, a National Historic Site, and registered charitable organization with a mandate to bring together people, plants and nature. Royal Botanical Gardens is located at the western tip of Lake Ontario. Four distinct formal gardens are contained with 1100 hectares of nature reserve, nestled into the slopes of the Niagara Escarpment World Biosphere Reserve. The ever changing seasons, blooms, and natural phenomenon make each visit a new experience. Explore and enjoy the many historical plant collections, the Mediterranean Greenhouse, 27 km of nature trails and special events such as art and music in the gardens, blooms festivals and more.
Reviewed By Toronto_CanadaEurope - Toronto, Canada
End of the summer, still a lot of beautiful flowers to enjoy. Parts of RBG are open for dogs :Hendrie Park, Rock Garden,Laking Garden and all trails . Beautiful gardens in any season with world largest lilac collection in the spring, thousands of roses still in bloom in the end of the summer. Nicely maintained. Tickets 18$. Parking available
3. Burlington Waterfront Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 533 reviews
Reviewed By davidhT3758JS - Burlington, Canada
The Burlington Waterfront Trail provides a wonderful experience for just about everyone. One may cycle, walk, jog or just hang out. The trail runs from the Hamilton Harbour Lift Bridge to the pier at the end of Brant Street. The main elements of the trail were made from a former railway line which ran from Toronto the the US. One of the main features along the way is Spencer Smith Park, home of the country's biggest ribfest as well as the annual Sound of Music festival. The park features a water park for kids as well as swings and a zip line. Spenser's restaurant is an upscale dining site with excellent meals and a grand view of Lake Ontario. Nearby, there are numerous restaurants along Lakeshore and Brant Streets. Parking is free along the beach boulevard on a first come, first served basis. The trail is also accessible by public transit. No matter the time of year, the trail is enjoyable and quite calming as the waves roll in.
4. Mount Nemo Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By I5124WAmarkb - Simcoe, Canada
Very accessible easy hike with a very rewarding view at the end! Very glad we did this in the fall as the colours were stunning!
5. Paletta Lakefront Park and Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By flyvolvoguy - Oakville, Canada
Amazing location and a hidden gem for small or large parties. Perfect venue for special occasions with parking...
6. LaSalle Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By jaxson
what a grand day a walk in a beautiful park in the fall with the colours the smells and the beauty. what a grand day, the location is easy to find and there is parking and just quiet and peaceful.
7. Lowville Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By gdtenmfmmdj - Burlington, Canada
The place to go, hidden but a jem nonetheless. The patio is a great area to escape the summer heat. Don't drive too fast down the hill or you miss it !
8. Spencer Smith Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 266 reviews
Reviewed By Divebomb
Spencer Smith Park is a lovely, we'll maintained park. The view of Lake Ontario and the Burlington Skyway is Breathtaking! The boardwalk is wide and the new pier invites you to explore. The pond outside the restaurant is always sparkling and has something going on......remote control boats scoot around entertaining the crowd that gathers or it always attracts roses cheek skaters in winter. The festival if lights is a beautiful display in winter and the Sound of music attracts many to the stages set up within the park. Famous names entertain the crowds that gather for the free festival and craft fair every summer. A great place just to walk with your honey after dining at one of the many restaurants in the area.
9. Art Gallery of Burlington
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By 775leanng
A wonderful place to experience art in many different forms. Whenever I am downtown Burlington, I like to pop into the AGB and see what is new. If I need a special, unique gift, I will find it in the Gift Shop. Admission is free and it is very child friendly. If you have mobility issues, don't worry it is cane, walker and wheelchair friendly. Members of the various guilds are happy to talk about their craft/art. Classes (when permitted) are a great value. I have taken hand pottery and wheel pottery classes there and loved them. I am very proud of my little creations. The educators are knowledgeable, friendly and make learning fun!
10. GO Transit
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By buffalob330
Low-cost, easy and comfortable with trains every half-hour. We used to drive in and I dreaded it. Since "discovering" the GO train, we go to Toronto much more often. It's a great solution- no more stress from crazy traffic and hunting for expensive parking. The PRESTO card makes it super easy to use the system and I like the way the card works on the TTC as well.
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