Day Trips Ontario Canada ~ Getaways and Picnic Locations
Crawford Lake Iroquoian Village, Elora, St Jacobs, Rock Glen Falls, Kettle Point, Beer Tour, Rattlesnake Point, Webster's Falls, Niagara Falls, ChinaTown Toronto: Road Trips or Getaways Southern Ontario
Day Trips Ontario Canada: Get out and explore Southern Ontario on these day tours from Toronto, Hamilton, London ON, or Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, or from Michigan and Buffalo. Most are good road trips as well as school field trips. Are you in Toronto? Get a guide to take you on Chinatown walking tour. Click on an image to read more about each of these day trips. You can pack a picnic lunch, or stop along the way in one of the charming small towns. And, should you fall in love with any of these destinations, look for a nearby hotel or B&B!
Rock Glen Waterfalls near Arkona, Ontario (London area)
Rock Glen Arkona, north of London Ontario is especially interesting to those who want to learn more about the last Ice Age that shaped Ontario.
As well as fossils, the museum displays Native Indian artefacts dating back 10,000 years; the conservation area has remains of homes and mills built by the first settlers.
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Brew Pubs and Beer Tour Southern Ontario ~ GTA
Brew pubs abound in southern Ontario, including Old Credit Brewery in Mississauga.
Read about some of the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) craft brewers west of Toronto (Oakville, Burlington) and start planning your trip!
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Crawford Lake Conservation Authority Ontario
Crawford Lake is a lovely day trip, with the added bonus of two more Ontario attractions close by.
At Crawford Lake there's a recreated Iroquoian Village to explore, and hardy hikers can follow the trail through to Rattlesnake Point.
Too tired to hike or short of time? It's an easy drive to Rattlesnake Point.
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Elora Ontario, Grand River South Ontario Day Trip 
Elora Ontario is another two-fer, as we say in Canada:
You get 2 for 1 on this day trip: Explore the old town of Elora, with its restaurants and Inn, and the nearby Gorge.
From here, you can continue on to explore St Jacobs.
Or from St Jacobs, add in a visit to Elora!
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Tour an Iroquoian Village in southern Ontario 
Iroquoian Village is part of the Crawford Lake Conservation Area, and it's easy to see both attractions ansd Rattlesnake Point the same day.
Located north of Burlington and Milton, and south of Campbellville, it's easy to get to but can be hard to find :-)
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Kettle Point Lake Huron Southwestern Ontario 
Most Kettle Point visitors come to cottages, cabins and condos along the Lake Huron eastern shores and fabulous beaches.
But if you visit this area, take the time to admire the concretions at Kettle Point.
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Chinatown Walking Tour Toronto (guided tour) 
A tour of Toronto's Chinatown is like a tour of parts of Hong Kong or Beijing, with many of the stores selling the same goods you'd find in China. Get ready to shop, as bargains abound.
Language CAN be a barrier, so it's nice to have a guide to show you the highlights, and various restaunts for dim sum, etc.
This is an inexpensive and efficient way to get through the wonderul bustle that's Toronto's Chinatown. In Mississauga? See Chinese Centre.
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Rattlesnake Point Popular Ontario Day Trip 
Rattlesnake Point is one of the favorite rock climbing, hiking and walking areas in southern Ontario.
Perhaps part of its allure is its name: It just sounds cool and faintly dangerous :-)
"Where are we going?"
"Rattlesnake Point."
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St Jacobs Ontario ~ Small Town Day Trip with Shopping 
Like Elora, a St Jacobs day trip combines shopping and dining, and sightseeing in the many cute shops.
It's also a great spot for taking pictures.
Elora and St Jacobs can be a combined day trip from Mississauga and environs.
That is, if you don't linger too long in the shops and cafes.
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Webster's Falls Park Hamilton Conservation Area 
Webster's Falls Park is a great day trip destination in southern Ontario. You can picnic and sun bathe the day away, or you can be more active.
Take the stairs down the west side of the waterfalls or the walking trail between to Tews Falls and Spencers Gorge.
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Niagara Falls Ontario Day Trip or Getaway Destination 
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular day trips in Ontario.
With all the good hotels and attractions in nearby towns, and the wineries, it's also a great getaway weekend desination.
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