On the Northwestern shore of Lake Ontario rests Burlington, a mid-sized city with a small town feel. Burlington has enough of the the great Canadian outdoors to satisfy the needs of every outdoor lover and enough shops, local dining, and cultural attractions for those looking for a more urban feel. Spend some peaceful time away from the big cities with your family and check out the friendly atmosphere and absorb the attractions Burlington has to offer.
From the great outdoors to the waterfront downtown district, Burlington has plenty of attractions for the whole family to enjoy. You’re guaranteed to have a fantastic day beside the lake at Spencer Street Park or exploring the nearby wilderness. Some of the tops things for kids to do include:
Picking fruit at Frootogo Orchards
Climbing on the play structures at Amazing Adventures Playland
Trekking out to see the Smoky Hollow Waterfall
Exploring the Mount Nemo Conservation Area
Stopping to smell the roses at the Royal Botanical Garden
Burlington has plenty of attractions to keep both parents and kids entertained. You’ll have a blast having a family meal at Russell Williams Restaurant or taking a wagon ride at Springridge Farms. Don’t forget to leave time to check out these other fun things to do:
Buy sweets and fresh produce at Stonehaven Farms Market
Catch a performance at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre
Fish for salmon and walleye on Lake Ontario
Have a picturesque dinner at Spencer's’ at the Waterfront
Stopping in town on your way to Niagara Falls? Be sure to spend some time at the Waterfront Park in Downtown Burlington. The park, complete with pavilions, scenic walking paths, and a dog park, is just one of the many sights to see in town. Be sure to check out:
The Burlington Canal Lighthouses next to the canal lift
Sunset at the Brant Street Pier
Rattlesnake Point, an adventurous hike ending with hidden caves
Itabashi Way, a gift from the Burlington Japanese sister city
Coote Paradise, the perfect place to look for birds
This small town outside of Toronto is filled with places to make your next weekend all about the kids. From playgrounds, parks, ice cream shops, and movie theaters, nothing beats a day of fun in Burlington. Make sure to leave time to check out the following top activities for kids:
Have lunch at RC’s Boardwalk Fries & Ice Cream
Slide down the inflatable slides at Kidsopolis
Explore the wildlife and trails at LaSalle Park
Meet the foxes and camels at Safari Niagara
Shop for delectable treats at Casteleyn Belgian Chocolatiers
What’s better than spending a full day in Burlington hiking, exploring, taking pictures at one of Burlington’s many parks? Experiencing the beauty together! Grab the whole family or a group of friends and check out the following activities:
Race model boats on the Rotary Centennial Pond
Solve the puzzle at Mission Possible Escape Rooms
Get the highest score on all of the games at Niagara Falls Fun Zone
With nature playing such a large role in Burlington’s identity, the residents of the town take pride in teaching kids all about the great outdoors. The Nature Interpretive Centre in the Royal Gardens holds classes, events, and camps teaching kids of all ages about Burlington’s environment. Other educational activities include:
Understanding conservation at African Lion Safari
Looking back at Burlington’s agricultural roots at the Ireland House
Admiring the masterpieces at the Art Gallery of Burlington
Attending a guided hike or event at Bruce Trail Conservatory
Learning about native people at Crawford Lake Conservation Area
Burlington has a long history of rising stars — famous city residents include actors, artists, athletes, and musicians. If you’re looking to unleash your child’s potential, sign up for classes from some of these top programs:
Paint Nite offers sessions for all ages
Performance School of Music and Dance holds recitals year-round
The Royal Botanical Garden offers children’s gardening program
Wise Adventures hosts pottery classes
Monkeynastix Canada is great for learning tumbling basics
Sometimes kids can have more fun indoors than in parks, trails, or fields. Bowling alleys, indoor playgrounds, and shopping excursions are enough to make any child’s day. Check out some of the top indoor activities Burlington has to offer:
Perfect your trampoline flips at Rockin Jump
Catch the latest blockbuster at SilverCity Burlington Cinemas
Look for gifts for the whole family at the Mapleview Centre