The province of Ontario lies in southeastern Canada, between the open plains of Manitoba to the east and the soaring peaks of Quebec to the west. Canada's most populated province, Ontario is home to the vibrant cities of Ottawa and Toronto. Visitors can explore points of interest easily on a hop-on hop-off bus tour, such as the Canadian Museum of History, Notre Dame Basilica, Parliament Hill, and the Royal Ontario Museum. And, in true Canadian style, the open wilderness is never far away. Take a private or small-group tour—summer or winter—to discover pristine forests, shimmering lakes, and deep valleys. Many travelers come to admire the cascading waters of Niagara Falls (by sea or air), but Ontario also plays host to a number of natural attractions worth your attention. Delve into Algonquin Park (home to native bears, beavers, eagles, and moose) on a 3-day canoe tour. For something even more adventurous, take to the Ottawa River on a white-water rafting adventure. Fly over Thousand Islands on a helicopter tour for a bird's-eye view of Boldt Castle and the St. Lawrence River; or casually stroll among the vineyards at Niagara-on-the-Lake, where pinot noir and merlot grapes thrive. In the winter months, enjoy high-octane thrills on the snow and ice in Ontario's Georgian Bay.
There’s never a bad time to visit vast and varied Ontario, thanks to its dynamic urban hubs of Toronto and Ottawa, as well as its Great Lakes coastlines and dramatic landscapes. Summer is the time to celebrate Canada Day (on July 1) in the capital, attend festivals including the Toronto International Film Festival and Toronto Pride, as well as enjoy beach and boating excursions. In winter, prepare for twinkling Christmas markets, ice rinks, and winter sports opportunities.
Toronto and Ottawa are Toronto’s two major urban hubs, and the province has four main airports: Toronto Pearson International Airport, London International Airport, Ottawa International Airport, and Thunder Bay International Airport. The region’s cities have many public transportation options, and mainline trains and buses also traverse the province. Multi-day tour itineraries make it easy to discover the region’s cities, blockbuster attractions such as Niagara Falls, and scenic national and provincial parks.
Visiting Ontario in winter? You may get lucky and enjoy a northern lights show. While Canada’s more northerly regions are often associated with the aurora borealis, you can still see it in Ontario, particularly on clear winter evenings. Popular viewing spots include Manitoulin Island in Lake Huron, Lake Superior Provincial Park, Pukaskwa National Park, and other dark-sky spots outside of the cities.
Ontario is the province that’s home to Toronto, Canada’s largest city, as well as Ottawa, its capital. Other well-known attractions in Ontario include the mighty Niagara Falls, the wine-producing Niagara region, and its many lakes large and small, including the Great Lakes of Ontario, Erie, Huron, and Superior.
...MoreMost travelers to Ontario focus on the areas around Toronto and/or Ottawa, which warrant around three days each to visit the main cultural and natural highlights. However, Ontario is an enormous province and you would need weeks to travel across it and see all its attractions.
...MoreNiagara Falls, which sits on the border with the US, is Ontario’s most visited place. Other popular destinations in Ontario are Toronto, Ottawa, Algonquin Provincial Park, the 1000 Islands region in the St. Lawrence River, and Niagara-on-the-Lake, a historic and wine-making town near Niagara Falls.
...MoreWhen visiting Ontario, you should not miss Niagara Falls, an impressive natural landmark not far from Toronto. The nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake is another not-to-be-missed destination, especially for travelers who love history and wine. Don’t skip the Algonquin Provincial Park, either, for a glimpse of natural Ontario at its finest.
...MoreMany people consider the natural areas and provincial parks to be the prettiest parts of Ontario. Algonquin Provincial Park contains pretty rivers and lakes, as well as wildlife. Niagara Falls is another pretty natural spot (beyond the built-up town), as is the 1000 Islands region of the St. Lawrence River.
...MoreNo, Toronto and Ontario are not the same place, although they overlap. Toronto is a city on the shores of Lake Ontario, within Ontario province.
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