Guidebook for Hamilton Area
Food Scene
Hamilton offers a diverse range of dining options, from fine dining to fast food. The city is also known for its ethnic cuisine, with restaurants offering everything from Italian to Indian to Korean. Each type of restaurant has unique features that make it stand out.
Near to home, here some suggestions:
Mediterranean inspired international cuisine with a lakefront view. Executive Chef Margarita will tickle your taste buds with her Greek specialties. Located on the beachfront trail with stunning Lake Ontario backdrop.
380 Van Wagners Beach Road, Hamilton
35 locals recommend
Barangas On The Beach
380 Van Wagners Beach RdMediterranean inspired international cuisine with a lakefront view. Executive Chef Margarita will tickle your taste buds with her Greek specialties. Located on the beachfront trail with stunning Lake Ontario backdrop.
380 Van Wagners Beach Road, Hamilton
Since 1946, the restaurant has built a reputation for its fabulous fish and chips, hamburgers and hotdogs “with the works”, milkshakes and its own delicious brand of French fries.
280 Van Wagners Beach Rd, Hamilton ON
30 locals recommend
Hutch’s on the Beach
280 Van Wagners Beach RdSince 1946, the restaurant has built a reputation for its fabulous fish and chips, hamburgers and hotdogs “with the works”, milkshakes and its own delicious brand of French fries.
280 Van Wagners Beach Rd, Hamilton ON
Pho Dui Bo
800 Queenston RdVietnamese food.
800 Queenston Rd, Stoney Creek
*5 minute-walk from home.
Bombay touch
800 Queenston RdIndian food.
800 Queenston Rd, Stoney Creek.
*5 minute-walk from home.
Varied menu.
558 Queenston Road, Stoney Creek.
*5 minute-drive or 10 minute-walk.
15 locals recommend
Kelseys Original Roadhouse
1011 The QueenswayVaried menu.
558 Queenston Road, Stoney Creek.
*5 minute-drive or 10 minute-walk.
Premier Bbq House
800 Queenston RdBarbecue, Canadien.
800 Queenston Rd, Stoney Creek.
5 minute walk from home.
Afghan cuisine based restaurant. 100% fresh halal meats.
800 Queenston Rd, Stoney Creek.
*5 minute walk from home
Samir Kabab House
800 Queenston RdAfghan cuisine based restaurant. 100% fresh halal meats.
800 Queenston Rd, Stoney Creek.
*5 minute walk from home
Italien, Canadien, Pizza.
750 Queenston Road, Hamilton.
* 5 minute walk from home
East Side Mario's Hamilton (Stoney Creek)
750 Queenston Rd Italien, Canadien, Pizza.
750 Queenston Road, Hamilton.
* 5 minute walk from home
Scout Cafe Restaurant
Café, Méditerranéen, Européen de l'Est.
100 King St W, Stoney Creek
The Village Restaurant
35 King St ESeafood, Steak.
35 King St E, Stoney Creek.
Banana Leaf Asian Cuisine
44 King St EAsiatique, Panasiatique, Thaï.
44 King St E, Stoney Creek.
Wok Around Chinese Food
Chinese-Canadian dishes.
25 Delawana Dr, Hamilton.
Amy's Wok
Chinese, Asian, Cantonese.
160 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton
Arts & Culture
Experience a guided tour of this early 19th century homestead once home to the Gage family.
19 locals recommend
Battlefield House Museum & Park
77 King St WExperience a guided tour of this early 19th century homestead once home to the Gage family.
Art Gallery of Hamilton, is located in the heart of downtown Hamilton, Ontario on King Street West. One of the oldest public art galleries in Canada .
124 locals recommend
Art Gallery of Hamilton
123 King St WArt Gallery of Hamilton, is located in the heart of downtown Hamilton, Ontario on King Street West. One of the oldest public art galleries in Canada .
The Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum was founded in 1972 and is a non-profit organization whose mandate is to acquire, document, preserve and maintain a complete collection of aircraft that were flown by Canadians and the Canadian military from the beginning of World War II to the present.
48 locals recommend
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
9280 Airport RdThe Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum was founded in 1972 and is a non-profit organization whose mandate is to acquire, document, preserve and maintain a complete collection of aircraft that were flown by Canadians and the Canadian military from the beginning of World War II to the present.
Guided tours at this Hamilton estate reveal stories about the affluent family that once lived within its walls, as well as the people who lived downstairs and served their every beck and call. Once you’ve toured the 40-room castle, be sure to check out the Hamilton Military Museum, also on site.
137 locals recommend
Dundurn Castle
610 York BlvdGuided tours at this Hamilton estate reveal stories about the affluent family that once lived within its walls, as well as the people who lived downstairs and served their every beck and call. Once you’ve toured the 40-room castle, be sure to check out the Hamilton Military Museum, also on site.
With over 30 carefully restored heritage buildings, costumed interpreters and fun events throughout the summer, this is an amazing place to visit to give kids a great sense of what life was like for pioneers. The guides donning historically accurate garb and authentic demonstrations will have you stepping back in time.
13 locals recommend
Westfield Heritage Village
1049 Kirkwall RdWith over 30 carefully restored heritage buildings, costumed interpreters and fun events throughout the summer, this is an amazing place to visit to give kids a great sense of what life was like for pioneers. The guides donning historically accurate garb and authentic demonstrations will have you stepping back in time.
Visit the Hamilton Farmers' Market open year round & located in the heart of downtown Hamilton. Shop local & international produce, meats, cheese, eggs, deli, baked goods, flowers, specialty foods and artisans. Located in the heart of downtown beside Jackson Square and Hamilton Public Library.
83 locals recommend
Hamilton Farmer's Market
35 York BlvdVisit the Hamilton Farmers' Market open year round & located in the heart of downtown Hamilton. Shop local & international produce, meats, cheese, eggs, deli, baked goods, flowers, specialty foods and artisans. Located in the heart of downtown beside Jackson Square and Hamilton Public Library.
Entertainment & Activities
Waterfront Outdoor Rink! Summertime roller skating, or wintertime ice skating. The Pier 8 Outdoor Recreational Skating Rink is a free rink open to the public.
18 locals recommend
Outdoor Skating Rink at Pier 8
47 Discovery Dr Waterfront Outdoor Rink! Summertime roller skating, or wintertime ice skating. The Pier 8 Outdoor Recreational Skating Rink is a free rink open to the public.
Located in Confederation Park, just off Centennial Parkway in Hamilton, Wild Waterworks offers a perfect place to spend a summer day. Ride the four tube slides: Night Rider and Blue Demon and Vertigo and Sidewinder. Move on and surf the waves one of Canada’s largest outdoor wave pools.
43 locals recommend
Wild Waterworks
680 Van Wagners Beach RdLocated in Confederation Park, just off Centennial Parkway in Hamilton, Wild Waterworks offers a perfect place to spend a summer day. Ride the four tube slides: Night Rider and Blue Demon and Vertigo and Sidewinder. Move on and surf the waves one of Canada’s largest outdoor wave pools.
African Lion Safari wants to welcome you to Canada's original Safari Adventure. Located in Cambridge Ontario, African Lion Safari is the only park in Canada that can get you close to over 1000 exotic birds and animals.
106 locals recommend
African Lion Safari
1386 Cooper RdAfrican Lion Safari wants to welcome you to Canada's original Safari Adventure. Located in Cambridge Ontario, African Lion Safari is the only park in Canada that can get you close to over 1000 exotic birds and animals.
Shopping
75 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton ON L8E 2P2
10 minutes walk from home..
20 locals recommend
Eastgate Square
75 Centennial Pkwy N75 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton ON L8E 2P2
10 minutes walk from home..
Walmart Stoney Creek Supercentre
510 Centennial Pkwy N510 Centennial Parkway North, Stoney Creek.
Hamilton Conservation Areas
Almost 3,031 ha of HCA owned and managed property is made up of natural conservation areas, and plays a major role in the ecology and health of the HCA’s watershed.
Looking for a place to do it all? Then Christie Lake is the place to be! While you're here, you can swim, fish, hike, bike, paddle, picnic, and even play a round of disc golf!
23 locals recommend
Christie Lake Conservation Area
1000 ON-5Looking for a place to do it all? Then Christie Lake is the place to be! While you're here, you can swim, fish, hike, bike, paddle, picnic, and even play a round of disc golf!
Picturesque and part of the Spencer Adventure Trail. The area has a trail along the Spencer Creek and a bridge connecting to the other side. Enjoy the viewing platform on the former dam site.
Crooks Hollow Conservation Area
Crooks Hollow RoadPicturesque and part of the Spencer Adventure Trail. The area has a trail along the Spencer Creek and a bridge connecting to the other side. Enjoy the viewing platform on the former dam site.
Do it all or just a little at Confederation Beach Park! The area stretches 93 hectares along Lake Ontario and offers everything from swimming, biking, birding, picnicking and more!
Confederation Beach
Do it all or just a little at Confederation Beach Park! The area stretches 93 hectares along Lake Ontario and offers everything from swimming, biking, birding, picnicking and more!
An 11.5-kilometre multi-use trail on Hamilton’s East Mountain. Starting at the Devil’s Punchbowl the trail runs east and will bring users to the farthest edge of the Stoney Creek Watershed.
Dofasco 2000 Trail
204 Ridge RoadAn 11.5-kilometre multi-use trail on Hamilton’s East Mountain. Starting at the Devil’s Punchbowl the trail runs east and will bring users to the farthest edge of the Stoney Creek Watershed.
The valley's 1,200 hectares of Carolinian forests, fields, cold-water streams and stunning geological formations are home to an array of rare plants, birds and wildlife.
39 locals recommend
Dundas Valley Conservation Area
650 Governors RdThe valley's 1,200 hectares of Carolinian forests, fields, cold-water streams and stunning geological formations are home to an array of rare plants, birds and wildlife.
Filled with underground caves and streams, meadows and forests, the Eramosa Karst is one of the watershed's unique natural gems. The perfect location for a hike!
11 locals recommend
Eramosa Karst Conservation Area
Upper Mount Albion RoadFilled with underground caves and streams, meadows and forests, the Eramosa Karst is one of the watershed's unique natural gems. The perfect location for a hike!
Located on Lake Ontario, the 80-hectare park offers superb marina facilities and is the place to be for a swim, family camping or a picnic for groups of any size.
30 locals recommend
Fifty Point Conservation Area
1479 Baseline RdLocated on Lake Ontario, the 80-hectare park offers superb marina facilities and is the place to be for a swim, family camping or a picnic for groups of any size.
This unique area, was originally an abandoned quarry. The site was rehabilitated, resulting in the creation of a rare type of wetland, a fen and is the perfect spot for a hike!
Fletcher Creek Ecological Preserve
This unique area, was originally an abandoned quarry. The site was rehabilitated, resulting in the creation of a rare type of wetland, a fen and is the perfect spot for a hike!
Saltfleet Conservation Area is HCA’s newest area to explore and is located south of the Niagara Escarpment in the Upper Stoney Creek and Upper Battlefield Creek watersheds.
Saltfleet Conservation Area
Saltfleet Conservation Area is HCA’s newest area to explore and is located south of the Niagara Escarpment in the Upper Stoney Creek and Upper Battlefield Creek watersheds.
Located on the escarpment brow, the area is noted for its panoramas, and views to the forested depths of the gorge below. The area features Dundas Peak, Webster Falls and Tew Falls.
16 locals recommend
Spencer Gorge Wilderness Area
Harvest RoadLocated on the escarpment brow, the area is noted for its panoramas, and views to the forested depths of the gorge below. The area features Dundas Peak, Webster Falls and Tew Falls.
Considered a significant natural area, its bedrock exposures are considered an Earth Science Area of Regional Significance and features Tiffany Falls.
20 locals recommend
Tiffany Falls Conservation Area
900 Wilson St EConsidered a significant natural area, its bedrock exposures are considered an Earth Science Area of Regional Significance and features Tiffany Falls.
The 300-hectare area of Valens Lake offers the feel of the north, right in your backyard and is a mecca for campers, swimmers, anglers, hikers and outdoor lovers alike.
9 locals recommend
Valens Conservation Area
1691 Regional 97 RdThe 300-hectare area of Valens Lake offers the feel of the north, right in your backyard and is a mecca for campers, swimmers, anglers, hikers and outdoor lovers alike.
One of the most amazing sites along the Niagara Escarpment, the Devil's Punchbowl is a 33.8-metre high waterfall, offering views of the many different rock layers through the escarpment.
42 locals recommend
Devil's Punchbowl Conservation Area
185 Ridge RdOne of the most amazing sites along the Niagara Escarpment, the Devil's Punchbowl is a 33.8-metre high waterfall, offering views of the many different rock layers through the escarpment.
Essentials
Fortinos
102 Regional Rd 8Supermarket chain located at the Eastgate Square.
Shoppers Drug Mart
270 Mud St W
Food Basics
2500 Barton Street East, Hamilton ON L8E 4A2 · 12 km
Franco's No Frills
640 Queenston Rd1-640 Queenston Rd, #1, Hamilton ON L8K 1K2 ·
Denninger's Foods of the World - Stoney Creek
826 Queenston RdGourmet food. 5 minutes walk from home...
Canadian Tire
686 Queenston Road, Queenston Mall, Hamilton,
Sightseeing
Mount Nemo is a favourite among hikers in Halton Parks. Away from the crowds and the hustle bustle of the city, Mount Nemo is a peaceful sanctuary for nature walks. Pack a lunch and watch the Turkey Vultures float on the thermals while you take in the panoramic view of the escarpment.
36 locals recommend
Mount Nemo Conservation Area
5317 Guelph LineMount Nemo is a favourite among hikers in Halton Parks. Away from the crowds and the hustle bustle of the city, Mount Nemo is a peaceful sanctuary for nature walks. Pack a lunch and watch the Turkey Vultures float on the thermals while you take in the panoramic view of the escarpment.
Rattlesnake Point is one of the most beautiful places in Ontario: spend the day there in any season and you’ll see what we mean. You’ll see the turkey vultures soaring over the escarpment from Buffalo Crag look-out point, and interesting ecological rarities like the thousand year old cedars. Camp under the stars; find the constellations.
77 locals recommend
Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area
7200 Appleby LineRattlesnake Point is one of the most beautiful places in Ontario: spend the day there in any season and you’ll see what we mean. You’ll see the turkey vultures soaring over the escarpment from Buffalo Crag look-out point, and interesting ecological rarities like the thousand year old cedars. Camp under the stars; find the constellations.
Webster Falls is the largest waterfall in the region – and one of the most popular. Located in the historic village of Dundas, Webster Falls is close to hiking trails, beautiful green space and great amenities and restaurants in town.
114 locals recommend
Webster Falls
Harvest RoadWebster Falls is the largest waterfall in the region – and one of the most popular. Located in the historic village of Dundas, Webster Falls is close to hiking trails, beautiful green space and great amenities and restaurants in town.
Dundas Peak is a beautiful lookout nestled in Hamilton’s Spencer Gorge Conservation Area. This viewpoint is now considered one of the most popular spots in Hamilton. From atop of this Niagara Escarpment section you can enjoy breathtaking views of the town of Dundas, the Dundas Valley as well as a glimpse of “The Hammer”.
52 locals recommend
Dundas Peak
Harvest RoadDundas Peak is a beautiful lookout nestled in Hamilton’s Spencer Gorge Conservation Area. This viewpoint is now considered one of the most popular spots in Hamilton. From atop of this Niagara Escarpment section you can enjoy breathtaking views of the town of Dundas, the Dundas Valley as well as a glimpse of “The Hammer”.
Sherman Falls is in Ancaster where the Ancaster Creek flows over the Niagara Escarpment. This is a surprisingly scenic waterfall hidden away in the middle of town.
24 locals recommend
Sherman Falls
Lions Club Road Sherman Falls is in Ancaster where the Ancaster Creek flows over the Niagara Escarpment. This is a surprisingly scenic waterfall hidden away in the middle of town.
Princess Falls is a 7-metre ribbon/plunge waterfall found near the Chedoke Radial Trail in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Best viewed after a heavy rain or snow melt.
Princess Falls
Princess Falls is a 7-metre ribbon/plunge waterfall found near the Chedoke Radial Trail in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Best viewed after a heavy rain or snow melt.
Mountsberg is the place for those who want fun, outdoor, educational experiences from horse-drawn wagon rides, to meeting nose-to-beak with an owl.
20 locals recommend
Mountsberg Conservation Area
2259 Milburough LineMountsberg is the place for those who want fun, outdoor, educational experiences from horse-drawn wagon rides, to meeting nose-to-beak with an owl.
There is a little something for everyone here at Kelso. Not only is Kelso beautiful to visit (you should see how the escarpment changes in each season), but there is also so much to do: camping, picnicking, mountain biking, a ski hill, stand-up paddle boards, swimming, and even movies under the stars! You’re not bereft of choice when you visit Kelso Conservation Area.
77 locals recommend
Kelso Conservation Area
5234 Kelso RdThere is a little something for everyone here at Kelso. Not only is Kelso beautiful to visit (you should see how the escarpment changes in each season), but there is also so much to do: camping, picnicking, mountain biking, a ski hill, stand-up paddle boards, swimming, and even movies under the stars! You’re not bereft of choice when you visit Kelso Conservation Area.
Royal Botanical Gardens is Canada’s largest botanical garden and one of the nation’s earliest nature sanctuaries. Five distinct formal gardens are contained with 1,100 hectares of nature reserve, nestled into the slopes of Niagara Escarpment World Biosphere Reserve. Explore and enjoy!
158 locals recommend
Royal Botanical Gardens
680 Plains Rd WRoyal Botanical Gardens is Canada’s largest botanical garden and one of the nation’s earliest nature sanctuaries. Five distinct formal gardens are contained with 1,100 hectares of nature reserve, nestled into the slopes of Niagara Escarpment World Biosphere Reserve. Explore and enjoy!
Pier 4 Park is a 2.4 hectare park found in the west-end of Hamilton Harbour near Bay Street North in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. A dramatically curved lookout pier includes a protected sun shelter and benches to view the marinas, parkland and vistas of the surrounding Bay.
46 locals recommend
Pier 4 Park
64 Leander DrPier 4 Park is a 2.4 hectare park found in the west-end of Hamilton Harbour near Bay Street North in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. A dramatically curved lookout pier includes a protected sun shelter and benches to view the marinas, parkland and vistas of the surrounding Bay.