Top Rated Parks to Visit in St. Catharines

"If you want to enjoy a day of snow tubing, ice skating or sledding, head to the Snow Park Niagara Falls to play on man-made snow hills and synthetic ice surface. In addition to the Snowzone Play Area, the park offers snowboarding, skiing trails and a miniature golf course. As of February 2010, tickets for visitors 13 years and up were $20 and tickets for visitors between 5 and 12 years of age were $18."

"The park is full of attractions that do cost money, but you can simply go to view the Falls free of charge. If you visit the Falls at night, you will see the water lit up with LED lights. During special events, the water will flash specific colors."

"Niagara Glen is a beautiful park nestled right in the Niagara Gorge. A perfect slice of southern Ontario's natural beauty, and located within walking distance of the best hotels and attractions near Niagara Falls, this park offers views of the Niagara River Whirlpool and other sections of the Niagara River. If you’re interested in the geology of the Niagara Escarpment, head here to examine prehistoric rock formations, or just to hike the 2.5 miles (4 km) of trails through deciduous Carolinian forest."

"Designated as a nature reserve in 1992, Niagara Glen is one of the most popular areas for hiking on the Canadian side of the river. The hiking trails here are a bit more challenging than the other two parks mentioned, so proper footwear and a reasonable fitness level are musts. One of the highlights of this area is the overlook to the famous Niagara River whirlpool which is reached via the River Path."

"Sticking to the theme of natural attraction north of downtown, check out the Nature Glen. You get to head down stairways that take you along 4 kilometres of pathways deep within the Niagara Gorge. The area is known for its unique Carolinian Forest, many fossils, rock formations, and more."

"Satisfy the hunger your family has worked up by enjoying a picnic in Queen Victoria Park overlooking the Falls. Not only does this park serve as a backdrop for pictures, but it also hosts plants and flowers from across the globe. Follow the walking paths to learn about the unique flora or soak up the sunshine as you plan the next adventure of your day."

"Marineland Canada is a themed amusement park and animal exhibition center at Niagara Falls in Ontario. In addition to Archic beluga whales, Marineland is also home to a variety of large sea mammals, including orcas or killer whales, bottlenose dolphins, sea lions and walruses, as well as a range of land animals, including black bear, buffalo and elk. At the park’s Arctic Cove area, visitors can participate in an interactive experience with beluga whales with a ‘touch and feed’ show."

"You’ll want to spend the whole day to enjoy all the fun offered at Marineland. See performing dolphins, sea lions and walruses. Marvel at killer whales."

"151 Glenashton Drive, Stoney Creek Dewitt Park has some play equipment, a play structure, swings, a half basketball court, and benches."

"80 Nash Road North Sam Manson Park is a fairly large sports park with several facilities, including soccer fields, bocce courts, and a playground."

"This 350-acre park is one of three in the city designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. It includes meadows, forests, lakes, rose and Japanese-style gardens, sports facilities, picnic areas and the grounds of Buffalo Zoo."

"The EM Tea Coffee Cup Cafe, which has been in continuous operation since January 2000 (17 years and counting), and is located at 80 Oakgrove in the historic ..."

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"Lucky Dragon Asian Restaurant welcomes you to their establishment. They are readily reachable by car and are found in an area"

"Chinese, Asian, Cantonese Cuisine, Szechwanese Cuisine, Chinese Cuisine, Lunch Menu, Online Menu, Restaurant With Bar. Falls, come straight to Lee’s Restaurant & Tavern. Diners come from all over the Niagara region to enjoy over 2..."

"The service is friendly and the food and portions are amazing. Fine Italian cuisine at it’s best. Casual relaxed atmosphere!"

"Break for the barn in Winona, where you can hop on board and enjoy a train ride through fruit fields and stop by to meet the horses, cows, goats, chickens, emus, and pigs that call the farm home. Leave time to pick your own fresh in-season fruit, including sweet and sour cherries, blueberries, apples, pears and pumpkins. Thrill your train lovers with an overnight stay in the farm’s very own caboose!"

"This is a one-stop shop offering good things to eat and drink. It’s a winery (with more than 25 varietals available) and a cidery that produces Sir Isaac’s Premium Pear Cider. There’s also a country market selling baked goods, preserves and more, plus a cafe to enjoy light fare like sandwiches and salads."

"This beautiful farm in Winona, near Stoney Creek, not only has a market and country store to enjoy but has a number of activities to explore including a train ride, estate tours, and educational tours."