5 Must-Visit Summer Destinations in Ontario, Canada

With the pandemic waning and travel restrictions easing, many people are finally starting to plan trips again after over two years at home! If you want to get away this summer, the province of Ontario has a plethora of delightful destinations to discover. No matter what your interests are and who you’re traveling with, you’re sure to find something you like!

1. Fathom Five National Marine Park

Fathom Five National Marine Park has earned Tobermory, Ontario the title of “the shipwreck capital of Canada”. The stunning rock formations of Georgian Bay have spelled doom for many vessels, with 22 shipwrecks in the park alone.

The shipwrecks have made Tobermory a popular tourist destination, particularly due to the fact that the cold, clear, fresh water of Lake Huron preserves the sunken vessels very well and makes them easy to see. While scuba diving is the best way to explore the wrecks, snorkelling and glass bottom boat tours are also available for those who aren’t diving adepts.

2. Canada’s Wonderland

For fans of thrills, no summer trip to Ontario is complete without a visit to Canada’s largest amusement park. Located just 25 km north of downtown Toronto, Canada’s Wonderland boasts 17 rollercoasters and a water park. If you’re looking to cool off on one of those sweltering summer days, 16 water slides and the largest outdoor wave pool in the country await you!

3. Muskoka Lakes

As one of Ontario’s most popular travel destinations, Muskoka sees an average of 2.1 million visitors each year. The idyllic cottage country is a sought-after summer getaway for urban Ontarians and boaters. Since Muskoka’s beautiful granite-lined lakes are best explored by boat, it’s a good idea to get your Ontario boating license to make the most of everything the area has to offer!

4. Chiefswood Park Six Nations

If you’re interested in First Nations culture and history, Chiefswood Park Six Nations provides a truly unique vacation experience that you won’t want to miss! Stay in cozy 1860s-style cabins or camp on the grounds and make the most of canoe and kayak rentals on the historic Grand River.

Visit the Chiefswood National Historic Site and nearby Woodland Cultural Centre and enjoy demonstrations of lacrosse and archery to learn more about the cultural heritage of the Haudenosaunee.

5. Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls may seem like an obvious travel destination, but apart from the stunning falls themselves and the many tours available to see them, the city has a plethora of amusing activities for people of all ages. Adults can try their luck at the casinos or explore nearby vineyards, while kids will be delighted by the 70,000 square foot Great Canadian Midway arcade and the Niagara Butterfly Conservatory.

And if the major hotel chains near the falls aren’t your style, the city is full to bursting with charming little B&Bs that offer cozier, more intimate accommodations.