• Day 1

    Start your trip at the Artisan’s Village in Brantford. Shop for unique and vintage furniture, clothing, and more made by local artisans. While you’re there, stop at Mash Paddle Brewing Co.’s bar for a fresh pint and friendly story.

    Then head over to the Glenhyrst Art Gallery to see local art and works by the home’s one time resident and member of the Group of Seven, Lawren Harris.

    Next head to Bell City Brewing Company for a tasting, tour and lunch at their mouth-watering bistro. Brewery tours start at 1 pm and 3 pm on Saturdays. At this brewery you’ll find seasonal delights, one-offs, and four staples: Eureka Cream Ale, Lenoir Belgian Ale, Elijah’s Real McCoy and Edison’s Peepshow IPA. Make sure you leave time to share a pint with the brew master—you’ll want to hear about Brantford’s rich brewing history that dates back to 1845!

    After Bell City, check in to your hotel. The area is home to a number of excellent accommodation options.

    DID YOU KNOW: Brantford is the birthplace of superstar hockey player Wayne Gretzky? Visit ‘The Great One’—a 12-foot statue of Gretzky located in the front of the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre celebrating this hometown here. Talk about a selfie op!

    Zander’s Fire Grill and Brew Lounge serves great brews and is home to one of the best burgers around. Stop here for dinner and take in some live music or head to the Sociable Kitchen & Tavern, a local hotspot that serves craft beers from all over Ontario, for some late-night fun.

  • Day 2

    Start your morning by experiencing the Carolinian forest like never before on a paddle down the Grand River, a National Heritage River. Local outfitters offer self-guided and guided kayak, canoe and rafting experiences. The crisp air and natural scenery will make you feel miles from home.

    Head for lunch at The Exchange Café, located at Bell Homestead National Historic site. After lunch, take a tour and hear the story of the Alexander Graham Bell – and the reason Brantford is known as ‘Bell City’.

    In the afternoon, take a drive out of the city to the rural surroundings of Brant County and get a true farm-to-glass experience at the area’s first on-farm brewery. Steel Wheel Brewery is located on the hop farm of long time local residents, and is a fantastic place to learn, gather, and drink. Its unique, fully renovated 1890’s farmhouse features a comfortable tasting room and an adjacent outdoor patio where visitors are invited to try a variety of small-batch brews. In nearby St. George, visit the orchard at Howell Road Cider Co. to try their small batch dry cider, made from a custom blend of fresh apples grown right on their farm.

    For dinner, head to Stillwaters Plate and Pour or the beautifully restored Arlington Hotel, located in downtown Paris. The hotel boasts three onsite restaurants, including the elegant Woolf & Wilde, the laid-back-and-charming Library Bar, and the speakeasy atmosphere of an 1851 Public House. Be sure to take a stroll downtown before making your way back home.

To extend your trip, consider adding a visit to another craft brewery on the Hamilton Halton Brant True Brew Path to your itinerary. Time your visit with one of our amazing festivals and events for an extra special stay.

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Sightseeing Flights

Brantford Flight Centre

110 Aviation Ave. Brantford, ON N3T 5L7, Canada

Dates: All year round Prices: vary by flight length

Now thru December 31

Brant Eats

Brant Tourism

31 Mechanic St, Paris, ON N3L 1K1

For your enjoyment all-year round!

December 21

Ornament Craft with Rivers and Meadows

Hamilton Farmers’ Market

35 YORK BOULEVARD

Date & Time: Sat, Dec 21st, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm FREE Admission

Now thru December 13

Art Crawl on James North

James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2L2, Canada

Dates & Times: Second Friday of Every Month, 5:00pm till 8:00pm Free Event

Now thru December 31

Road to the Ridge: Taste of the Escarpment

Tasty Road Trips Food Tours

Paris, Ontario

Tour Details: This tour is a 4.5 hour all-inclusive self-guided tour with all food, sips,...

December 8

Elf Club: A Children’s Cooking Workshop

Dundurn Castle – National Historic Site

610 York Boulevard, Hamilton, ON, L8R 3H1

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Ages: 6 to 12 years Cost: $70.00 for 1...

December 7 - 14

Wreath Workshop with iFiori

Hamilton Farmers’ Market

35 YORK BOULEVARD

Date & Times: Saturday, Dec 7th - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Saturday, Dec 14th - 1:00...

Now thru December 31

A Taste of Paris – Sip, Savour & Shopping

Tasty Road Trips Food Tours

Paris, Ontario

Tour Details: This tour includes three tasting locations with timed stops to make your day...

December 7

Santa Claus is Coming to the Hamilton Farmers’ Market

Hamilton Farmers’ Market

35 YORK BOULEVARD

Date & Time: Saturday, December 7th, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Free Event!

Now thru January 1

Woodland Cultural Centre – Self Guided Museum Tour

Woodland Cultural Centre

184 Mohawk Street, Brantford, ON, N3T 5V6

Now thru December 6, 2024

Poetry Night at Dog-Eared Cafe

Dog-Eared Cafe

121 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

Dates and Times: 1st Fri of every month - 6:30pm to 9:30pm

Now thru December 31

Hamilton Civic Museums Virtual Tours

28 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A1

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