Ontario, Canada

The province of Ontario provides a multitude of opportunities to explore, from natural getaways among forests and lakes to the Canadian side of Niagara Falls, which offers famous spots such as the revolving Skylon Tower dining room among its lineup of tourist attractions. Head to Toronto to experience a metropolitan city with a lineup of beloved destinations, from the Royal Ontario Museum to the Art Gallery of Ontario to CN Tower. While you’re there, take in professional baseball or basketball or explore historic properties such as Casa Loma.

Lights on Stratford in Stratford, Ontario (photo courtesy of Lights on Stratford)

The winter festival transforms Stratford, Ontario’s historic square and parks with luminous art and interactive light installations.

Age of Dinosaurs Gallery at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Ontario (photo courtesy of destination)

Known for its dinosaurs, this Toronto, Ontario, institution features more than 40 galleries and exhibition spaces and houses more than 13 million pieces. 

Bicycling at Niagara-on-the-Lake in Ontario, Canada (photo courtesy of Zoom Leisure Bikes)

Seeing Ontario, Canada, behind a pair of handlebars allows travelers to explore the area’s wineries, scenic pathways and more.  

Bird Kingdom in Niagara Falls, Ontario (photo courtesy of destination)

Home to more than 100 species of birds as well as nonflying animals, this Niagara Falls, Ontario, destination is open daily for self-guided tours. 

Grand Bend Beach in Grand Bend, Ontario (photo courtesy of Tourism Sarnia-Lambton)

Visit Cantara Beach and Grand Bend Beach — two renowned summer spots along Ontario, Canada’s Lake Huron shoreline. 

Pumpkinferno in Morrisburg, Ontario (photo by Jeff Speed)

This sprawling outdoor art exhibition in Morrisburg, Ontario, features awe-inspiring displays carved from more than 7,000 pumpkins. 

The Soho Hotel & Residences in Toronto, Ontario (photo courtesy of destination)

In addition to its proximity to Toronto’s mix of theaters, restaurants and shops, this luxury hotel is also a short walk away from the Lake Ontario shoreline. 

Casa Loma in Toronto, Ontario (photo courtesy of destination)

This Gothic mansion turned museum and cultural landmark in Toronto offers tours, dining and seasonal events. 

From adorable zoo babies to a national aviary to a historic hotel with VIP ducks, these attractions offer a way to interact with and learn about all kinds of creatures.