Summer Activities - Toronto

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25 of the Best Parks to Go Camping Near Toronto

Escape from the city and experience the beautiful tranquillity of the great outdoors. Experience adventure, ecosystems and stunning wildlife among the 25 places to go camping near Toronto.

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Gardens to Visit in Southwestern Ontario For Colourful Spring and Summer Day Trips

Southwestern Ontario boasts an array of vibrant gardens, each offering a unique blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities. From the award-winning Whistling Gardens in Wilsonville to… Read more »

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South Simcoe Railway: Take a Historic Scenic Train Tour Through Beeton Creek Valley Near Toronto

Take a train ride back in time with South Simcoe Railway. You can enjoy a wonderful trip through the Beeton Creek Valley on this historic train –… Read more »

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Ontario Road Trip: Explore Waterfalls of Owen Sound and Grey County

Following the waterfalls of Grey County is one of the best ways to tour the county. This road trip will bring you across nearly the entire county and includes a wide variety of waterfall types, heights, widths, and power. Below is a north-to-south tour suggestion for starting your trip in Owen Sound, which covers almost 130km.

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Ontario Fall Road Trip – Explore Lake of Bays on a Scenic Drive

Take the roughly 80km journey around central Ontario’s Lake of Bays this fall. The Lake of Bays Scenic Drive is arguably best during the fall season. The Scenic Drive is a loop around Lake of Bays using Highway 35, 117 and Muskoka District Road 2 and 9. Along the journey are several interesting stops, including the three larger communities on the lake: Baysville, Dorset, and Dwight.

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Bracebridge Waterfall Tours: A Scenic Road Trip to Muskoka’s Heart

The small town of Bracebridge in central Ontario is at the heart of the Muskoka Region. Not only that, but the town also lies on the banks… Read more »

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Adventures at Lion’s Head Provincial Park – Scenic Lookouts and Fall Colours

A visit to Lion’s Head Provincial Park during the fall is made even more memorable with the advent of the warm autumn hues and scenery.

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AGORA: Path of Light – Take a Gondola Ride to An Illuminated Trail at Blue Mountain

There is plenty to do at Ontario’s all-season resort every day, but if are searching for a reason to stay till the stars come out, then the… Read more »

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26 Fabulous Scenic Lookouts to Visit in Ontario

If you’re looking for that unique vantage point, a different perspective, or that bird’s eye view, don’t miss these twenty-five incredible lookouts in Ontario. From man-made towers to wonders of nature, these high points will be sure to take your breath away.

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17 Places to Go Ziplining in Ontario

The warm summer weather brings the opportunity to explore adventures while enjoying the beauty of nature. If you are a nature enthusiast who craves an adrenaline rush,… Read more »

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Visit Ontario Parks for Free This Summer with Day-Use Passes From These Ontario Public Libraries

In 2021, Ontario Parks announced a program through which you can visit Ontario parks for free by borrowing day-use permits from participating Ontario libraries. The next year, Ontario… Read more »

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Things to Do This Summer in Port Elgin

Saugeen Shores’ Port Elgin is well-known as a summer destination for the Lake Huron beaches and water fun around the lake and the Saugeen River. A not-so-well-known… Read more »

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Summer Activities in Meaford: Beaches, Nature Hikes, Festivals

As a summer destination, Meaford can offer many things to many different vacationers. Nestled in the heart of Grey County, the charming municipality of Meaford graces the… Read more »

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Toronto Zoo & Rouge National Urban Park Free Shuttle From Downtown Toronto – 2024

Toronto’s National Park will be an easy visit as the Parkbus is returning the free shuttle to Rouge National Urban Park for summer 2024. The free bus… Read more »

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Wasaga Beach Summer Festivals Schedule 2024: Beachfront Concerts, Fireworks and More This Season

As summer 2024 approaches, Wasaga Beach is setting the stage for an unparalleled celebration of music and community. The town is preparing to host a series of… Read more »

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28 of the Best Toronto & GTA Food Festivals For a Delicious August

The summer season brings forth plenty of festivals celebrating the multicultural fabric of Toronto and GTA. While there are plenty of celebrations like Tamil Fest, Taste of… Read more »

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25 Summer Adventure Day Trips From Toronto

The balmy temperatures and sunshine provide the perfect opportunity for exciting outdoor excursions. Take advantage of the season by embarking on an expedition with these 25-day trip… Read more »

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24 Summer Day Trips With Your Girl Friends From Toronto

If you love exploring Toronto and the outskirts of the city, check out these 24 day trips for you and your girlfriends.

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Top Things to Do at 2022 CNE in Toronto – Aug 19 to Sep 5

The Canadian National Exhibition is back with a new spectacular nightly Drone Show, a variety of food festivals and a thrilling midway from August 19 to September… Read more »

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Smorgasburg: Get Delicious Eats From 50 Vendors at the Largest Open-Air Food Market Opening This Saturday in Toronto

The largest weekly open-air food market in America, Smorgasburg is opening this Saturday in Toronto. The market dubbed “The Woodstock of Eating” by the New York Times… Read more »

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25 Ideas For a Thrilling Summer Adventure With Your Teen in Ontario

School’s out and summer is here; treat your adventurous teenager to exciting thrills, exercise and nature. Whether they have a skill they would like to develop or… Read more »

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Indoor and Outdoor Go-Kart Tracks For a Thrilling Ride in and Around Toronto

Get your thrills, test your skills, and hit the race track for a memorable day with go-karting! Whether you are planning for a date night or want… Read more »

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2022 Summer Swim: List of Ontario’s Blue Flag Certified Cleanest Beaches & Marinas

When beaches in Ontario have that distinct blue flag flying above, it gives the beach’s community a unique sense of pride because they know that the water… Read more »

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3 Places to Go For a High-Speed Jet Boat Cruise in Ontario

Keen for an adventure by boat this summer? Boats are the coolest place to be when the sun is out, offering unique perspectives of your surroundings, wind… Read more »