Patio tour: 8 excellent day trips to dinner, drinks and entertainment a short drive from Hamilton
Take a day trip to a destination a short drive from Hamilton that celebrates the province's outdoor attractions and entertainment.
Find stunning views and then drinks and food in the comfort of a local eatery on this day trip and patio tour:
Patios on the rear of downtown Paris, Ont. restaurants, overlooking the Grand River.
Hop on a raft and paddle from Paris to Brant Park with Grand River Rafting, and then head back upstream for a pizza overlooking the river. Capeesh is one of several restaurants with stunning river views.
grandriverrafting.ca
capeeshparis.com
Have a beach day in Goderich.
Beach Street Station no longer accepts trains. The former hub of CPR in Goderich now hosts up to 170 diners outdoors on the shores of Lake Huron. Have a pint of Beach Blonde Ale and some Perch Tacos, while listening to waves crash on the shore. The restaurant is steps away from Goderich's main beach, and a perfect end to a day at the lake.
beachstreetstation.com
One of the province's geological wonders, the Cheltenham Badlands in Caledon.
After taking in the geological wonder of the Cheltenham Badlands, head over to Spirit Tree Estate Cidery. An apple orchard with a wood-fired oven means excellent potential for sweet beverages and pizza in a spacious outdoor setting.
spirittreecider.com
Wishbone Brewing Co. in Waterford is the place for live music on Fridays and a variety of beers every day. With a patio overlooking Waterford Heritage Trail and ponds, the brewery is a perfect place to stop after a hike or a great or picnic in the park.
Nearby, the century-old black bridge is a must-see lookout for views of the interconnecting ponds. Find the brewery, open Thursday to Sunday, next door to Waterford Antique Market.
www.wishbonebrews.com
waterfordantiquemarket.com
A couple walks down the Port Colborne promenade on West Street, as a cruise ship heads down the Welland Canal.
Diners along the Welland Canal in Port Colborne might be tempted to pull out their phones for a photo of passing ships. The Fisherman's Platter at Canalside Restaurant seems like a natural fit. Walk the Port Promenade or bring bikes to ride along the canal. History buffs should pay a visit to the Historical and Marine Museum for a look at local history exhibits and an Edwardian-era tea room.
canalside.ca
Mount Nemo escarpment view in Burlington.
Head out to Mount Nemo Conservation Area for a hike and some excellent escarpment views. Just up the road, find a 'casual upscale' patio at Loweville Bistro. The area is a golfer's dream with courses five courses nearby.
lowvillebistro.ca
A view of Turkey Point marsh from Long Point Eco-Adventures.
Head out to Long Point Eco-Adventures Resort & Retreat Centre for immersive guided tours and a patio overlooking Turkey Point marsh. Guests can take a foraging for fungi 101 workshop and then split a crispy battered mushroom app while gazing out at local wildlife.
lpfun.ca
The Cellar Pub patio overlooking the river in Elora.
After a day of hiking the Elora Gorge or tubing the Grand, find a riverside patio to dine. Downtown Elora's Cellar Pub offers lunch and dinner and views of the river. Snack on an afternoon poutine or go Friday and Saturday for their prime rib special.
grandriver.ca/elora-gorge
thecellarpubelora.com
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