What to do and see in Hamilton, Canada: The Best Outdoor Activities

September 28, 2021 Phylicia Berquist

The next time you're driving to Toronto or Niagara Falls, stop in Hamilton, where tourist traffic isn't quite so rampant. The Niagara Escarpment provides spectacular scenery, with beautiful trails and waterfalls. Visit nearby farms, orchards and vineyards, or plan your trip to coincide with Hamilton's lively fall fairs.
Restaurants in Hamilton

1. Ideal Tours Canada

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Ideal Tours Canada

Are you visiting Hamilton, Ontario and Its surrounding areas, Are you looking for the perfect day trip? Look no further than Ideal Tours Canada. We offer Hamilton- Niagara Falls day tours from Downtown Hamilton.Enjoy A BEAUTIFUL HAMILTON-NIAGARA DAY TOUR EXPERIENCE. Our tours run from 9am to 5pm.Your guide would pick you at the hotel lobby between 8am and 9am and take you on an amazing excursion.

2. Hamilton Golf and Country Club

232 Golf Links Rd, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 2N5 Canada +1 905-648-1441 https://hgcc.ca/index.cfm?ID=1308
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Hamilton Golf and Country Club

3. Ultimate Exotics

590 South Service Rd, Stoney Creek, Hamilton, Ontario L8E 2W1 Canada +1 905-570-8687 [email protected] http://ultimateexotics.ca
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Ultimate Exotics

Ultimate Exotics is the top rated exotic car business in Canada! Offering a mint condition fleet of supercars that specialize in experiences and corporate events. Drive our multi-million dollar fleet on professionally designed experiences to give you, your team and your loved ones an amazing opportunity to check off a part of your bucket list! Our turn key, arrive and drive, all inclusive experiences are bar none and are a must for everyone. "Put Your Dreams in Motion"

Reviewed By cdpage - Toronto, Canada

My wife surprised me with their 3 Hour Tour. it included: 35 Min per car - Nissan GT-R, BMW i8, Mercedes AMG GTS, Lamborghini Huracan LP610, Ferrari 458 You get to drive each car, every 15-20 min you swap with your passenger for another 15-20 min and then you rotate cars, and repeat, as you drive around the beautify Niagara Wine country. They walk you through the technicals of each car (including how you get in the i8 Spaceship) before everyone picks their first ride. and before you leave at every check point they come by make sure everything is ok and ask if you have any questions. So you can drive with confidence. Every car is automatic with paddle shifting as an option. I chose to stick with Auto as I figure a Super car is likely smarter at shifting than I am... Next time though I think i might try the paddles. This is an amazing experience I HIGHLY recommend. If there was one thing I think these guys could do to make this just a bit better, would be include a simple keep sake. They do offer sunglasses that can record the whole experience fo $100 which is pretty cool. I think a Postcard for each car would be perfect. Specific Model Name, Year, Beauty shot on one side, specs on the other to cross compare, and share and explain your experience with friends and family. The guys are very friendly easy to talk to, and make the experience feel quite comfortable... as driving $1M worth of cars with 1000's of horses in total in just 3 hours could be a little stressful for some. Side Note: The Lambo was an upgrade because the McLaren being temporarily out of commission due to their 1st incident in 7 years where someone decided to drive the McLaren with traction control off... The Lambo was my Favourite ride, so I'm kinda glad?

4. Hamilton Brantford Rail Trail

Jerseyville Road West, Hamilton, Ontario Canada http://www.grandriver.ca/en/outdoor-recreation/Brantford-to-Hamilton-Rail-Trail.aspx
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Hamilton Brantford Rail Trail

The 32 kilometre (20 mile) trail runs from the east end of Brantford across rolling farmland to the west side of Hamilton. The Hamilton section follows the scenic Dundas Valley for 18 kilometres. The entire trail is surfaced with stone dust. The trail follows a section of the old Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo Railway (TH&B) route. The GRCA owns and maintains the section between Brantford and Jerseyville. The Hamilton Conservation Authority owns and maintains the section between Jerseyville and Hamilton.

Reviewed By stefcarroll - Hamilton, Canada

My Dad and I rode the rail trail on our bikes last week and it was a beautiful ride. Because it was an old railroad track the inclines are gentle and completely do-able. My 76 year old father didn't even realize that we were going uphill in the direction of Brantford until our return trip which was effortless and fast! I wouldn't recommend a road bike (with narrow tires) for this since it is a gravel path despite it being well packed down. We rode from Dundas (entrance at University plaza) and rode to Slote Road. One tip - I found it hard to get this information online, but if you are starting in Dundas you can park behind the Shopper's Drug Mart at University Plaza for FREE and there is LOTS of parking there. Online you'll get a suggestion to park at the Dundas Valley conservation park but that will cost you. Overall a most enjoyable and beautiful ride.

5. Escarpment Rail Trail

Hamilton, Ontario Canada http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/escarpment-rail-trail
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Escarpment Rail Trail

6. William Connell City-Wide Park

1086 West 5th St, Hamilton, Ontario L9B 1J6 Canada +1 905-546-2489 http://www.hamilton.ca/parks-recreation/parks-trails-and-beaches
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William Connell City-Wide Park

7. The Apple Orchard Inc.

1668 On-6, Hamilton, Ontario L8N 2Z7 Canada +1 647-500-4769 [email protected] http://www.theappleorchard.ca/
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The Apple Orchard Inc.

Experience the beautiful agriculture of rural Ontario at The Apple Orchard. Our remarkable landscape, which features over 10,000 apple and pear trees, is host to a fun-filled farm experience for the entire family. Visit The Apple Orchard today and let your family roots grow strong with us. Wagon rides, Sunflower fields, Animals, Pumpkin/Squash, Corn maze, Corn Pit, Walking trails, Hay Jump & More!

Reviewed By hfirthc615 - Toronto, Canada

Excellent afternoon at the orchard. There were many different types of apples, all for the same price, so you could mix and match to take home several varieties, including a few of which you won't find in the grocery store. You can easily walk to the orchard but there are also wagon rides. Beautiful fields of sunflowers. Nice children's play area with a play pit filled with corn instead of sand. Unique experience for the kids. Friendly, knowledgeable staff.

8. African Lion Safari

1386 Cooper Rd, Hamilton, Ontario N1R 5S2 Canada +1 800-461-9453 [email protected] http://www.lionsafari.com/
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African Lion Safari

Go "On Safari!" and get CLOSER than you ever imagined to over 1,000 exotic birds and animals that roam free in seven large Game Reserves! Your full day of family adventure begins as you set out on a "trek" along 9km of Safari Trail in your own vehicle or aboard a guided, air-conditioned Safari Tour Bus. See a pride of majestic lions, graceful giraffe, a crash of rhino, and many more animals from around the world! After your safari through the Game Reserves, set out on a walking tour of the grounds and enjoy exciting bird and animal presentations featuring Parrot Paradise, Birds of Prey Flying Demonstration and Elephants & Friends. Enjoy the twice daily Elephant Swim, Pets' Corner, "Nature boy" Scenic Railway, "African Queen" Boat Cruise, Discovery Centre, Misumu Bay Wetplay and Jungle Playground Areas. Celebrating 50 "WILD" years: African Lion Safari is open daily from May 4 to September 29, 2019

Reviewed By brucenbev - Toronto, Canada

A wonderful family outing. Got discounted tickets from Costco which made it even better. Took a picnic lunch and bought everyone icecreams out there. The kids had a wonderful time... the highlight of the day being the monkeys sitting on the van. We drove our own vehicle through the reserve, going at our own pace, stopping to take pics and videos (got a great video of a giraffe crossing in front of our van) A must do !!

9. Southbrook Golf & Country Club

4349 Highway 56, Hamilton, Ontario L0R 1C0 Canada +1 905-692-3592 http://southbrookgolf.ca/
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Southbrook Golf & Country Club

Reviewed By Hotcarribbean

We couldn't ask for a better Golf Course. We hosted our Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser and the feed back has been unbelievable. The Golfers loved the course and the greens. The hospitality of the staff was so accommodating, polite and generous. The Steak and Lobster Dinner was beyond delicious. We are so glad to have held it here and it is definitely an Annual event. Once again thank you for making it one of the best.

10. Rock Chapel Golf Centre

167 Highway 5 West, Dundas, Hamilton, Ontario L9H 5E2 Canada +1 905-689-8860 http://rockchapel.ca/
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Rock Chapel Golf Centre

Reviewed By 627jayneg

My boyfriend and I were looking to get out for a quick 9 holes on a Sunday afternoon and Rock Chapel was the perfect stop! Driving up the long driveway coming in is stunning. The grounds are perfectly manicured and there are a beautiful variety of trees. The 9 hole par 3 course offers some great challenge and the chance to improve your short game! As beginner golfers, we had a lot of fun walking the course. The clientele ranged in age and welcomed all experience levels. Was nice to see groups of female golfers and families, and not just male foursomes! Will definitely come back to practice our putting at the 18 hole mini putt course complete with manicured greens and bunkers!

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