BEST PLACES TO EXPLORE IN HAMILTON

1. BEST PLACES TO EXPLORE IN HAMILTON

3. Hamilton is the best place to visit for a short weekend getaway. Its natural location on the edge of the Niagara Escarpment creates a beautiful environment with a range of trails, and its rich cultural history means there are many notable attractions that celebrate Canada‘s past. Hamilton, NJis by far Ontario’s most underrated city for travel. Hamilton is a small city that packs a big punch, full of natural beauty and vibrant city life. Our Luxury tour bus is suitable for this journey. You will see its well-marked conservation areas, numerous cultural sites including museums and art galleries, as well as a vibrant food and drink scene, and you’ll not run out of things to do in Hamilton, Ontario. Here is our list of the best things to do in Hamilton! ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS – NJ CHARTER BUS RENTALS Royal Botanical Gardens should definitely be included on your list of things to do in Hamilton. Visiting this eye-catching attraction, just 10 minutes drive east of Hamilton, can easily occupy the best part of a day, so be sure to plan accordingly. Covering a vast area of over 2,420 acres, the gardens are rich in biodiversity and are home to more than 1,100 species of plants, many of them native to the region. It’s also well-known among birders, who can expect to see a variety of species year-round. The gardens are divided into a number of areas, one of the largest being Hendrie Park, the Royal Botanical Gardens’ largest cultivated garden. DUNDURN CASTLE – NJ CHARTER BUS RENTALS Dundurn Castle is as close as you’ll get to an authentic Regency-style manor house anywhere in Canada. Consisting of more than 1,700 square meters of living space and some 40 rooms, its most striking feature is its stunning Neoclassical design, this striking building featured many innovations in its construction, including running water and gas lighting. WAIKATO MUSEUM – NJ CHARTER BUS RENTALS You will find great museums in most cities in Hamilton is no exception. The Waikato Museum has exhibitions, events, and programs that tell stories of this great region, and these include visual art, social history, Tangata Whenua, and science from touring exhibitions as well as the museum’s own collections. The museum is located on the banks of the Waikato River, in the heart of Hamilton’s south-end cultural precinct. The museum is a great place to spend a few hours. There are over 100 public events held annually at the museum so keep an eye on their website for upcoming events and plan your trip around one of these fantastic events. HAMILTON GARDENS – NJ CHARTER BUS RENTALS

4. The Hamilton Gardens are one of the most popular tourist attractions in one of the biggest draw cards for Hamilton. The gardens were formed in the 1960s and started out at a modest four hectares. The Hamilton Gardens are not, unlike many gardens in the country, botanic. They instead focus on different cultures and regions of the world which is one of the reasons they attract thousands of people every year. The Gardens are family-friendly, and a great option for locals and visitors alike. There are plenty of spots in the park for alfresco dining so pack a picnic and enjoy the views across Turtle Lake. Alternatively, there is a cafe in the Gardens serving up some Kiwi classics so you will not be short on options. HAMILTON ZOO – NJ CHARTER BUS RENTALS We love a good zoo and Hamilton Zoo is home to over 600 native and exotic animals. Hamilton Zoo is a great place to take the family to get up close and personal with some pretty amazing wildlife. Hamilton Zoo is home to dozens of exhibits and rare species, some of which are unique to Hamilton Zoo including Msaka, Kudu, Romeo, and Itanya the African painted dogs, and Jamuna the red panda. As well to self-guided tours around the zoo, there are plenty of activities going on throughout the day including meet-the-keeper talks and animal encounters at the park where you can get up close with lemurs, giraffes, and rhinos. TAITUA ARBORETUM – NJ CHARTER BUS RENTALS The Taitua Arboretum ranks as the number two activity in Hamilton behind the Hamilton Gardens and is definitely something to add to your Hamilton to-do list the next time you are in town. The Arboretum was gifted to the people of Hamilton in 1997 and is available for everyone to enjoy. As well as being home to native and exotic trees, the arboretum also features open pastures, lakes, and woodland gardens, all linked by a series of connected walking paths. HAMILTON LAKE DOMAIN – NJ CHARTER BUS RENTALS Hamilton Lake Domain is the next place to visit in Hamilton. Coming in at fourth on their list of the best things to do in Hamilton, we think it justifies its place in our list of the 11 best things to do in Hamilton. It is a huge recreational facility for locals and visitors alike, Lake Rotoroa caters to water-based activities including yachting, windsurfing, canoeing, paddle boats, model boats, and fishing. It plays an integral part in many of the activities that take place in the city including concerts and other large-scale events.