Must See Sights and Landmarks in Brantford Area

"255 & 371 Concession Street Sam Lawrence Park, situated on the Mountain brow at the top of the Jolley Cut, is one of the jewels in Hamilton's park system. Its features include a rock garden with perennial flowers, ornamental benches and lighting, walkways (most of which are accessible), wildflowers and prairie grasses, and an extensive system of interpretive signs. The park also offers spectacular, panoramic views of the lower city and the harbour."

"Source: Photo by user Rick Cordeiro used under PUBLIC DOMAIN. The Sam Lawrence Park sits on the high ground overlooking Hamilton and the coast. The attractive park is easily accessible as it’s only a short drive from downtown."

"Sam Lawrence Park holds beautiful views of Burlington Bay and city skyline. Around the premises there a variety of wildflowers, rocks paths, and gardens."

"The number 3 waterfall on our list is the second of two waterfalls that makes its home in Dundas’ Spencer’s Gorge. At 72 feet (22 metres) Webster’s Falls is far from the tallest but it is of incredible beauty. The creek meanders and flows over the edge before crashing into Spencer Creek."

"Webster’s Falls is another amazing waterfall in Dundas, Ontario. It is a 21 metre (72 foot) high classic curtain or plunge waterfall. Its water source is the Spencer Creek, which flows beneath a stone footbridge in the park before it plunges over the cliffs."

"Built in 1933, the Cathedral of Christ King is quite popular amongst the locals. It is decorated with stain glass windows that give the whole place a spiritual incandescence. The marble altar and the organ are two noteworthy features of the interior."

"The scenic 120 acre Glen Drummond Farm centres around a sprawling pumpkin patch, but there are a whole lot of other things going on, from nine-hole mini putt to a huge corn maze. Explore the seriously scary haunted house if you dare. Wagon rides take you to the edge of the escarpment where you’ll catch breathtaking views."

"This farm is full of family fun activities including a barnyard play area, a machinery shed, straw fort, animal farm, 9-hole mini putt, and the classic wagon ride and corn maze."

"Teach them the roots of that smartphone they can’t stop staring at with a trip to Brantford. Even tech-obsessed teens will enjoy learning about one of the most important scientific breakthroughs in history, the telephone, at Alexander Graham Bell’s childhood home. This summer, don’t miss: The Summer Theatre Festival."

"FirstOntario Centre (originally Copps Coliseum) is a sports and entertainment arena, with a capacity of up to 19,000. Host to nail biting ice hockey championships and a variety of concerts, this center is where all the entertainment and sporting action takes place in Hamilton. Catch one of the exhilarating shows at this arena on your trip to Hamilton."

"Frootogo in Waterdown is a favourite simply because of the extensive play yard they have for the kids along with the delicious food options for the adults. Be sure to pick out a pie, eat some delicious soup and biscuits for lunch, pick your own apples and pumpkin!. Cost for the play yard is $3.50 per person."

"After an extensive renovation, gone are the mismatched chairs and funky wallpaper in favour of a modern take on nautical themed breakfast and lunch. This east coast warf inspired spot now serves breakfast earlier, starting at 8 am on Fridays to Mondays and 9 am the rest of the week. They serve up all the favourites — bacon and eggs, pancakes, hashbrowns, and eggs benedict."

"Just two blocks from Hamilton’s scenic harbourfront is Harbour Diner, a cosy brunch spot with real homespun charm. Served daily until 11am and well into the afternoons on weekends, their breakfast menu is full of playfully named classic items, like ‘the all aboard’ egg dish with bacon, sausage, ham, pancakes and homefries."

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"The homestyle cooking of Jack & Lois lives on in its Westdale reincarnation, Pete & Kay. This double-decker restaurant serves your grandparents’ cooking in a totally nut-free menu. You’ll feel the nostalgia amongst their homey, vintage décor, which includes patterned wallpaper, 70s upholstered dining chairs, landscape paintings, and family portraits."

"If there’s a confection you’re looking for, it’s likely to be found at Candi Werx. Nostalgic candies and novelty products fill the shelves of this Concession Street store, but you’ll also find chocolate truffles, ice cream, and some of the best British treats in town. Address: 560 Concession Street, HamiltonInstagram:@candi_werx"

"They have chocolate, candy, fudge, and sweets from around the world. Looking for a British treat?. They carry goods like Twirl and Double Decker."

"589 Greenhill Avenue Greenhill Park is a small playground with a play structure, swings, and spring toys. It is adjacent to open space and is divided by a creek/drainage ditch."

"33 Clinton Street by Barnesdale Avenue North Lucy Day Park is geared to children and has two new play structures from 2010, swings, and a new spray pad for 2011."

"This historic park is in the heart of the Strathcona neighbourhood offers plenty of space to spread out a picnic blanket. If you’re visiting with kids, they’ll love the playground and butterfly garden. If you want to work up an appetite, there are tennis courts, a baseball field and a swimming pool on-site as well."

"500 King Street West Victoria Park is a large sports park with a variety of activities, including a playground, a large hardball diamond, swimming and wading pools, tennis and multi-purpose courts, and a Community Garden. The park has historical significance as the former site of the Crystal Palace."