Things to do in Hamilton

Activities, attractions and tours

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Tours & day trips

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Best of Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto

Best of Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
7.8 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €111 per adult
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Breathtaking Niagara Falls Aerial Tour on Plane with iflyTOTO

Breathtaking Niagara Falls Aerial Tour on Plane with iflyTOTO

Activity duration is 24 minutes
4.8 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €74 per adult
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History & culture

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Best of Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto

Best of Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
7.8 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €111 per adult
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What to do in Hamilton

Popular places to visit

African Lion Safari

African Lion Safari

Visit the animals who live at African Lion Safari during your trip to Hamilton. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

African Lion Safari
Albion Falls

Albion Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Albion Falls during your travels in Hamilton. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

Albion Falls
Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts

Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts

You can make plans for a show at Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts during your trip to Brantford. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
Spencer Smith Lakefront Park

Spencer Smith Lakefront Park

Spencer Smith Lakefront Park is just one of the places to see in Burlington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Spencer Smith Lakefront Park
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

You can study the exhibits at Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

McMaster University

5/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus at McMaster University as part of your travels around Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

McMaster University

TD Coliseum

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at TD Coliseum during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

TD Coliseum

Mohawk College

Enjoy the student vibe at Mohawk College during your stay in Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Mohawk College

Tim Hortons Field

Catch an event at Tim Hortons Field during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Tim Hortons Field

Areas of Hamilton

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Paris

Paris is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Grand Experiences Canoe and Kayak Outfitters and Lion's Park.

Paris
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Stoney Creek

Travellers like the museums in Stoney Creek, and Confederation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stoney Creek
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Ancaster

Travellers enjoy Ancaster for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Fieldcote Memorial Park & Museum while you're in the area.

Ancaster
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Beamsville

You'll enjoy the wineries and lake views in Beamsville. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Ontario or Cornerstone Estate Winery.

Beamsville
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Dundas

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Dundas. You might want to make time for a stop at Dundas Valley Conservation Area or Royal Botanical Gardens.

Dundas
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Aldershot

If you're spending some time in Aldershot, Royal Botanical Gardens and Lake Ontario are top sights worth seeing.

Aldershot
Burlington

Burlington

Toronto

Toronto

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Dunnville

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hamilton worth visiting?
Providing a blend of nature and culture, there are plenty of things to do in Hamilton. When you're here, check out Village Theatre Waterdown, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Hamilton?
Start your adventures with a visit to Albion Falls and Wild Waterworks. Then, tour different areas of Hamilton for a quick bite and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hamilton?
Village Theatre Waterdown is one of the top tourist attractions in Hamilton and should feature high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Hamilton?
Three days in Hamilton is plenty of time to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many travellers spend two days on average. Village Theatre Waterdown, Albion Falls and Tiffany Falls are among the top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Mississauga.
Is Hamilton a walkable city?
Some major attractions in Hamilton, like Dundurn Castle and Chedoke Falls, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometres from the city centre of Hamilton is Central Hamilton and Beasley is 0.80 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Hamilton with kids?
Deciding what to do in Hamilton with kids has never been so easy. Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly attractions to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Hamilton for adults?
Hamilton City Hall and Burlington City Hall are just a few of the things to do in Hamilton. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Hamilton?
In Hamilton, Albion Falls is a top spot for anyone planning to tour the city without opening their wallet. Also, check out the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a simple way to explore the best free things to do in Hamilton.