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Road Trip Ontario | Visit the Most Beautiful Places in the Province
Ontario is a wonderland of scenic outdoor places, quaint towns, and vibrant cities. There are plenty of activities for every day tripper, weekend warrior, and adventure seeker to enjoy. If you live in Ontario and want to explore your home province, you’ll be surprised at the plethora of exciting options on your doorstep.
Road Trip Ontario is your number-one guide to discovering the most scenic places in Ontario, all of the best-hidden spots, and the top things to do in the region, county, city and town.
On the other hand, if you’re visiting Ontario, we’ll be your favourite travel companion and resource. You’ll find all the top places to see in Ontario with local tips and suggestions. Begrudgingly, we’re excited to share Ontario’s spoils with you! Dive into our helpful and inspiring travel guides and enjoy the wonders of this destination with us.
Latest Ontario Road Trip Destinations
- 10 Fun Things To Do In St Jacobs | Historical Tours, Markets & Hidden Gems
While it is quite small, there is lots to see in St Jacobs Village, Ontario. This quaint village is in the township of Woolwich, just outside the city of Waterloo. … - 13 Best Places To Visit In Ontario During Winter
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Do you want to learn something new about the province of Ontario? Are you looking for fun trivia to share with your friends on a road trip? Well, you’ve come … - Fun Things To Do In Cambridge Ontario | 27 Of The Top Activities & Attractions
Searching for the best things to do in Cambridge Ontario? This charming city in Southwestern Ontario is a suitable day trip from Toronto and offers historical sights, outdoor activities, and … - Ontario Winter Getaways | 14 Of The Best Snowy Vacation Spots
As the first snowflakes of winter fall, it’s then that you quickly realize that the cold season is approaching. And looking for new adventures or Ontario winter getaways can be … - 25 Fun Things To Do In Ottawa This Weekend | The Ultimate Ottawa Trip
Road Trip Ontario wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t curate the ultimate list of fun things to do in Ottawa. It is the country’s capital (despite what most Torontonians think, … - 15 Best Ski Resorts in Ontario | Top Ski Hills Around the Province
When it comes to ski resorts in Ontario, the province has over 50 of them. So, you’ll have no problem finding a place to catch freshies down the hills. But … - 20 Fun Things To Do In Port Perry, Ontario | An Amazing Toronto Day Trip
Where else can you go from being in downtown Toronto, Canada, amongst the hustle and bustle surrounded by the concrete jungle one minute? Then an hour later, you’re sitting in … - Christmas Markets In Ontario | 13 Festive Fairs to Visit This Season
‘Tis the season to be jolly and spend your days strolling through the many holiday markets Ontario offers. Whether you’re looking for gifts, festive food, or just a place to …
Places In Ontario
Before we get started, here are a few F.A.Q.’s and things you should know:
Toronto
Most of our itineraries use Toronto as the starting point, hence the CN Tower in our logo. It’s not because we are based in Toronto or that we have some centre of the universe complex – our friends from outside of Toronto will know what we mean 😉 We chose Toronto simply because it is the biggest city in the province/country, and everyone knows where it is. That said, travel time will vary depending on your starting point.
Day Trips
At Road Trip Ontario, we define day trips as road trips that take less than 2 hours to get to from Toronto. With about 4 hours of total driving, you should have enough time to enjoy fully what a destination offers, depending on the size of the city.
Weekend Getaway
We classify weekend getaways as road trips that are either 2-4 hours away from Toronto or big enough that it requires more than one day to explore.
Multi-day Road Trips
Any road trip more than 4 hours away from Toronto can be considered a multi-day road trip with half-day, full-day, and overnight stays in cities and towns along the route or off the beaten path toward your final destination.
Explore Beautiful Places in Ontario One Road Trip At a Time
Getting in your car and hitting the open road is the best way to experience the splendour of Ontario. We especially love road-tripping as you can throw your camping, fishing, and outdoor gear into your car and head out to the most beautiful places in Ontario.
Our site has a selection of Ontario road trips ranging from fun day trips from Toronto to multi-day adventures to the Blind River. Of course, these resources are great for everyone looking for travel inspiration and ideas — you don’t need to get behind a steering wheel to enjoy them.
Check out our day trip content for the foodies, culture vultures, and historians looking for picturesque streets lined with galleries, eateries, and other gems. You can dive into the ins and outs of Elora or the activities that await you in Port Perry, among other nice places in Ontario.
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast looking for the best places to visit in Ontario to cast a line, hit the hiking trails, and camp under the stars, then we have plenty of weekend getaway ideas for you. You can find the best fishing spots in the Muskoka region or the top Huntsville camping grounds. Get your gear ready and head to the best natural areas near you.
Looking for the Next Great Place to Visit in Ontario?
If you’re in Ontario and always searching for ‘places to visit near me,’ we’ve got you covered. Start making your way through the awesome destinations on our site, and keep your eyes peeled for new content and insider tips. Get your car ready or your bus tickets booked, and start exploring with Road Trip Ontario.
If you want to stay in the know and need fresh ideas for the best way to spend a weekend in Ontario, then sign up for our newsletter. You’ll also receive our comprehensive road trip packing list to make sure you’re well-prepared for your next journey.
Land Acknowledgement
While Road Trip Ontario will take us through numerous traditional territories throughout the province, we are based in Toronto, aka Tkaronto (meaning “the place in the water where the trees are standing”)
As such, we acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of many nations, including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples, and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Toronto is covered by Treaty 13, signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties, signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.
Pronunciation
- Anishnabeg: (ah-nish-naw-bek)
- Haudenosaunee: (hoodt-en-oh-show-nee)
- Métis: (may-tee)
African Ancestral Acknowledgement
Road Trip Ontario also acknowledges all Treaty peoples – including those who came here as settlers – as migrants either in this generation or in generations past – and those of us who came here involuntarily, particularly those brought to these lands as a result of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade and Slavery. We pay tribute to those ancestors of African origin and descent.
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- 13 Best Places To Visit In Ontario During WinterOntario is a large province with many activities and attractions for all kinds of people. Whether you love spending your time in the confines of a city or being out …
- Fun Things To Do In Cambridge Ontario | 27 Of The Top Activities & AttractionsSearching for the best things to do in Cambridge Ontario? This charming city in Southwestern Ontario is a suitable day trip from Toronto and offers historical sights, outdoor activities, and …
- Ontario Winter Getaways | 14 Of The Best Snowy Vacation SpotsAs the first snowflakes of winter fall, it’s then that you quickly realize that the cold season is approaching. And looking for new adventures or Ontario winter getaways can be …
- 25 Fun Things To Do In Ottawa This Weekend | The Ultimate Ottawa TripRoad Trip Ontario wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t curate the ultimate list of fun things to do in Ottawa. It is the country’s capital (despite what most Torontonians think, …
- 15 Best Ski Resorts in Ontario | Top Ski Hills Around the ProvinceWhen it comes to ski resorts in Ontario, the province has over 50 of them. So, you’ll have no problem finding a place to catch freshies down the hills. But …
- 20 Fun Things To Do In Port Perry, Ontario | An Amazing Toronto Day TripWhere else can you go from being in downtown Toronto, Canada, amongst the hustle and bustle surrounded by the concrete jungle one minute? Then an hour later, you’re sitting in …
- Christmas Markets In Ontario | 13 Festive Fairs to Visit This Season‘Tis the season to be jolly and spend your days strolling through the many holiday markets Ontario offers. Whether you’re looking for gifts, festive food, or just a place to …
- Winter Activities in Ontario | 15 Fun Things to Do in the Snow
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