Things to do in Hamilton

Activities, attractions and tours

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Niagara Falls Day & Night Tour - Cruise & Dinner (Optional)

Niagara Falls Day & Night Tour - Cruise & Dinner (Optional)

Activity duration is 9 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 120 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,041 per adult
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Niagara Falls Breathtaking Aerial Tour on Plane with iflyTOTO

Niagara Falls Breathtaking Aerial Tour on Plane with iflyTOTO

Activity duration is 24 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,467 per adult
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Niagara Falls Private Bike Experience

Niagara Falls Private Bike Experience

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,744 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
8.2 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 7,616 per adult
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What to do in Hamilton

Popular places to visit

African Lion Safari

African Lion Safari

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

African Lion Safari
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 on your trip to Brantford. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

You can study the exhibits at Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
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

McMaster University

Walk around the campus at McMaster University during your visit to Hamilton. Experience the area's acclaimed theater 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 theater scene.

TD Coliseum

Mohawk College

Explore the campus of Mohawk College during your visit to Hamilton. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Mohawk College

Hamilton Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening at Hamilton Convention Centre during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Hamilton Convention Centre

Tim Hortons Field

Catch an event at Tim Hortons Field during your trip to Hamilton. Experience the area's acclaimed theater 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

Travelers 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

Travelers 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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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 Bruce Trail Conservancy.

Dundas
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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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Central Hamilton

If you're spending some time in Central Hamilton, TD Coliseum and Art Gallery of Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.

Central Hamilton
Brantford

Brantford

Guelph featuring a statue or sculpture, a fountain and a city

Kitchener

Toronto

Toronto

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 travelers 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 neighborhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometers from the city center of Hamilton is Central Hamilton and Beasley is 0.80 kilometers 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 neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a simple way to explore the best free things to do in Hamilton.