Things to do in Burlington

Activities, attractions and tours

Burlington
Burlington
Burlington
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Photo by Gina Baxter
Photo by Gina Baxter
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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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

McMaster University

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

McMaster University

TD Coliseum

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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Tim Hortons Field

Areas of Burlington

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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

 

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Hamilton showing a house and a park

Hamilton

Toronto

Toronto

Frequently asked questions

Is Burlington worth visiting?
Known for its history and nature, finding awesome things to do in Burlington is a breeze. Remember to add Village Theatre Waterdown to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Burlington?
After you've visited top attractions like Albion Falls and Wild Waterworks, spend the rest of your day exploring Burlington's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Burlington?
Village Theatre Waterdown is one of the top tourist attractions in Burlington and deserves a spot on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Burlington?
Three days will give you time to check out many city attractions, like Village Theatre Waterdown, Wild Waterworks and Dundurn Castle. The average stay in Burlington is two days. If you have the time to extend your break, Toronto isn't far away.
Is Burlington a walkable city?
If exploring on foot sounds like your type of getaway, Burlington is a great place to visit. Find leading sights, including Joseph Brant Museum, a walkable distance from downtown. You can also enjoy a stroll around Aldershot, a vibrant neighbourhood located about 3 kilometres from the city centre.
What are some activities to do in Burlington with kids?
If you're searching for sights and activities for all the family, we've got some fabulous ideas for what to do in Burlington with kids.

What to do in Burlington for adults?
Hamilton City Hall and Burlington City Hall are just a couple of the things to do in Burlington. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Burlington?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Burlington is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Hamilton Children's Museum is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.