In Hamilton Halton Brant, family-friendly fun is literally around every corner. Choose from animal-filled excitement, wet and wild water fun, time travelling adventures, outdoor exploring and so much more.

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    African Lion Safari

    This Canadian original in Hamilton is the place for exotic animal adventure – whether it’s taking in amazing wild animals and birds on a drive through the 16-hectare reserve, watching elephants take an afternoon bath, or riding the Nature Boy railway. Pack swim gear to end the day with a splash at the wet play area. With children eight and up, get behind-the-scenes access with the Wake Up The Wild experience, an unforgettable open-air truck tour where you’ll watch lions devour their breakfast and hand-feed a giraffe.

  • 2

    Wild Waterworks

    Cool off and splash the day away in one of Canada’s largest wave pools in Hamilton’s Confederation Park. Zoom down four tube slides, float the Easy River and brave the six-storey body slides. Little Squirt Works, filled with wading pools, small slides, sprays, mists and fountains, is perfect for the littlest ones.

  • 3

    Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology

    Head to Hamilton to introduce train fanatics to a steam engine that puts Thomas the Tank Engine to shame. Train fans will get a true sense of the power of steam at this National Historic Site housed in a historic waterworks.

  • 4

    Puddicombe Farm

    Break for the barn in Winona, where you can hop on board and enjoy a train ride through fruit fields and stop by to meet the horses, cows, goats, chickens, emus, and pigs that call the farm home. Leave time to pick your own fresh in-season fruit, including sweet and sour cherries, blueberries, apples, pears and pumpkins. Thrill your train lovers with an overnight stay in the farm’s very own caboose!

  • 5

    Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

    Give your kids the ultimate lesson in physics and a thrill at this indoor flight-themed museum in Mount Hope. After checking out the more than 40 aircraft on exhibit, navigate the legendary Lancaster bomber or supersonic CF-101 Voodoo jet on a flight simulator, or climb right into the cockpit of a fighter jet.

  • 6

    Dundurn Castle

    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, so the kids can see original uniforms from the War of 1812.

  • 7

    Westfield Heritage Village

    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.

  • 8

    iFly Toronto

    Step into the wind tunnel at this indoor skydiving experience in Oakville and you’ll feel just like you’re experiencing an authentic plane jump. Kids over the age of four will get a thrill out of experiencing wind speeds of 300 km/h and the sensation of freefalling in a safe environment wind speeds.

  • 9

    Royal Botanical Gardens

    Biology lessons don’t get any more beautiful than a trip to Canada’s largest botanical garden in Burlington. Its 1,100 hectares are filled with trails and exhibits that make for a really fun day of exploring. Kids will love the Rock Garden, the Mediterranean Garden and the newly installed model train display.

  • 10

    Bell Homestead National Historic Site

    Teach them the roots of that smartphone they can’t stop staring at with a trip to Brantford. Even tech-obsessed teens will enjoy learning about one of the most important scientific breakthroughs in history, the telephone, at Alexander Graham Bell’s childhood home.

If you’re planning to pack a lot of fun into your family’s vacation to Hamilton Halton Brant, we’ve got insider tips and tricks to save serious cash on your next trip. And don’t forget to check our full calendar of events and festivals before you head out for even more ideas to keep the little ones entertained.

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Now thru November 1

Bee Beard Experience

Backed By Bees

6214 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ontario L7M 0P7

$199.99

Now thru May 24

Toddler Days

Joseph Brant Museum

1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, ON, L7S 1C5

May 28

Learn how to wet-felt a wool “painting” tapestry workshop

Monika Schaefer Pottery & Fibre Art Studio

2 Palomino Drive, Carlisle, ON L0R 1H3

Sunday May 28, 2-5pm, in Monika Schaefer Art Studio in Carlisle, ON, no experience needed!

April 12 - 19

Ceramic Buttons/Stitch Markers Workshop

Monika Schaefer Pottery & Fibre Art Studio

2 Palomino Dr, Carlisle, ON a L0R 1H3

2-day workshop: Wedensday April 12 AND Wednesday April 19, 2-5pm both days, in Monika Schaefer...

Now thru December 31

Trail Mix

Tourism Brantford

Hardy Road, Brantford, ON, Canada

Now thru March 26, 2023

Treewalk Village in Winter

Treetop Trekking

5050 Harrison Rd, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0

March 26, 2023

MicroMosaic Jewellery with Heather Vollans

Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant

20 Ava Road, Brantford, ON, N3T 5G9

Date: Sunday, March 26th Time: 1 pm – 4 pm Location: Coach House at Glenhyrst...

Now thru January 5

AGH Virtual Tours: Fridays at Four

Art Gallery of Hamilton

123 King Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8P 4S8

Now thru April 30

In Movement: Training Sessions for Freedom Fighters

Art Gallery of Hamilton

123 King Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8P 4S8

April 8 - 22

Ceramic Buttons/Stitch Markers Workshop

Monika Schaefer Pottery & Fibre Art Studio

2 Palomino Dr, Carlisle, ON a L0R 1H3

2-day workshop: Saturday April 8 AND Saturday April 22, 2-5pm both days, in Monika Schaefer...

Now thru June 1

Brant County Beer Tour

The Beer Tour Company

All patrons must be 19yrs of age or older. By booking you are accepting our...

Now thru March 31

RBC Artist In Residence: Nathan Eugene Carson

Art Gallery of Hamilton

123 King Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8P 4S8

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