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Hamilton has an outstanding variety of cultural, outdoor and sport attractions that provide great experiences for visitors.  Check out the sites this city has to offer you!
 
Come 'face to face' with over 1,000 exotic birds, animals that roam free in large Game Reserves. Live animal shows, Misumu Bay Wet Play. Full day of family fun!
  Art Gallery of Hamilton is home to a comprehensive collection of Canadian historical, contemporary art and an impressive European collection. AGH hosts an exciting schedule of varied exhibitions and programming.
In June 1813, a British force encountered 3,000 Americans here at the Gage farm. Costumed interpreters bring this National Historic Site to life. Enjoy spectacular views from the Battlefield Monument.
Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum
The Canadian Football Hall of Fame promotes all levels of Canadian football through exhibits and interactives. Individual achievements are recognized annually with an induction weekend.
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
Home to over 40 aircraft from WWII to military jets; including an operational Avro Lancaster. Vintage aircraft flying, restaurant, gift shop, displays, guided tours and lots of plane fun!
Cathedral of Christ the King is the mother Church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Hamilton. A Gothic architectural landmark built in 1933, incorporating Italian marble and stained-glass windows.
The Cathedral, the mother church of the Anglican dioceses of Niagara, dates from 1835. The carved west doors open into a decorated gothic Cathedral with magnificent stained glass windows.
Experience Wild Waterworks, Lakeland Centre, Bistro & Pool, Hamilton Beach Trail, Camping & Picnics. More fun & food with Adventure Village, Baranga's on the Beach, Hutch's Restaurant and Lakeland Go-Karts.
Visit the magnificent home of Sir Allan Napier MacNab, one of Canada's first premiers. Discover mid-19th-century Hamilton on your tour of more than 40 rooms on three floors.
This Gothic Revival farmhouse, carriage house and 2 acres of picnic grounds was the 1897 birthplace of an early women's movement: the Women's Institutes. Guided tours.
A cultural heritage centre, with an emphasis on local history and fine art. Join us Sunday evenings from mid-June to end of August for "Music at Fieldcote".
The Griffin House stands today as a testament to the bravery and determination of black men and women who journeyed to freedom and a better life in Southern Ontario.
Hamilton Harbour provides opportunities to discover Hamilton's Waterfront by land aboard the Hamilton Waterfront Trolley, by water on the Hamiltonian Tour Boat and Hamilton Harbour Queen.
Investigate the War of 1812, the Rebellion of 1837-38, the Boer War and World War I. See a World War I trench, medal displays and our changing exhibit gallery.
This National Historic Site preserves two magnificent 70-ton steam engines, which powered Hamilton's first municipal waterworks. Check out our schedule for special events and Live Steamer Days.
Walk the decks of Canada's most famous warship. H.M.C.S. Haida saw service in WWII and the Korean War and is the last Tribal Class destroyer in the world!
The Parks Canada Discovery Centre invites you to explore Canada's historic places and natural spaces - hands-on exhibits, films and presentations bring to life Canada's rich heritage.
Take an exhilarating trip through nature's most beautiful work. Royal Botanical Gardens features five glorious gardens, a 30-kilometer trail system and four nature sanctuaries.
This popular picnic and wedding location features two waterfalls; Webster's a magnificent curtain waterfall and Tews, a towering 41-metre ribbon waterfall. Trails connect to the Bruce Trail.
History comes alive any Sunday and statutory holiday at Westfield. Carefully restored and staffed with costumed interpreters, the buildings capture the true charm and spirit of early Canadian culture.
This National Historic Site is a fine example of an historic house surviving intact with its original furnishings dating up to 1939 when a bygone era would soon disappear forever.
 
 
 
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