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Within easy reach of
large cities, this region is perfect for countryside
rambles. From the quaint villages of the Caledon Hills
to rides on vintage streetcars, South Central Ontario
boasts the greatest concentration of museums and
galleries in the province. View getaway packages
that are available in South Central Ontario:
click here.
This region is beloved by s of
big-city life. Rural pleasures include Credit River
fly-fishing and cycling from Elora to Cataract and from
Cambridge to Hamilton on off-road trails. Climb the Niagara
Escarpment at Rattlesnake Point or explore a reconstructed
native settlement at Crawford Lake. Lake Simcoe is the
choice of sailors, power boaters and ice-fishermen, while
paddlers choose the Grand River and the pretty Carolinian
hillsides near Cambridge. Drive the coast of Lake Huron and
Georgian Bay to find historic lighthouses and don’t forget
to take in
Grey County’s Waterfalls and the sandy beaches of
Wasaga Beach. Dozens of historic villages have been refurbished for the
tourist trade. At the western end of the region, St. Jacobs
has two busy farmers' markets and historic, limestone Elora
and Fergus overlook the Grand River. To the east, Uxbridge
and Port Perry have an appealing mix of small-town
streetscape and interesting antique hunting.
The Hills of Headwaters to the northwest of
Toronto support a vibrant arts community and there are
dozens of studios to explore in Glen Williams, Alton, Terra
Cotta and Mono Centre, a region known for vivid fall
foliage. An interesting way to tour the region is to use the
"Ale Trail" hosted by several of the region's popular
micro-breweries. Sophisticated culture flourishes at many locations. Canadian
art is the subject of outstanding galleries including
original "Group of Seven" art at the Tom Thompson Art
Gallery in Owen Sound, galleries at Kleinburg, Guelph and
Waterloo. Regional summer theatre is performed in historic
venues in Orangeville, Waterloo, Drayton, Fergus, Owen
Sound, Meaford and St. Jacobs. The original Canadian summer
theatre is the beloved Red Barn at Jackson's Point.
Enjoy fresh apples or baking and preserves at Grandmas
Lambe's This region has more sites of historic interest than any
other in the province. Ride aboard vintage streetcars near
Rockwood, marvel at a nineteenth-century backwoods temple,
rediscover history at the birthplace of Billy Bishop or
reflect on Black history on the Freedom Trail the most
northern point of the underground railroad. The region isn't
all summertime fun, because there is good cross-country
skiing at many parks and conservation areas.
Toronto's sophisticated arts scene includes traditional to
avant-garde galleries, world class theatre and there are
fine Canadian art collections in Kleinburg, Guelph and
Waterloo. Regional summer theatre is performed in historic
venues in Orangeville, St. Jacobs, Drayton, Fergus and
Jackson's Point.
Ontario's Finest... in South Central Ontario
Buying a quilt at the New Hamburg Relief Quilt
Auction
- Enjoying springtime syrup at Mountsberg
Conservation Area
- Hunting for bargains, Stouffville Flea Market
- Taking in a concert at the Elora Quarry
- Touring the stalls at the Waterloo Country
Farmers' Market
- Watching the candlelight illuminations at Sharon
Temple
Museums, Galleries & Historic Sites
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