Day Trips Canada

Downey's Farm

Day Trips Canada — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 13:20:56 +0000

Photo Credit:

Hgwiazda

Website:

http://www.downeysfarm.com/

Description:

Downey's Farm is 215 acre farm that has been owned and operated by the Downey family since 1920. Visitors to Downey's Farm can purchase fresh Ontario-grown fruits and vegetables, pick their own strawberries and raspberries, as well as enjoy farm-style entertainment. Seasonally, the farm offers lots of activities for children and adults including a large play area, livestock, a Pumpkinfest in the fall featuring a corn maze, an Easter Fest in the spring, and a Lunch with Santa in the winter.

Additionally, Downey's Farm also maintains a winery where visitors can purchase farm-made fruit wines.

Location (Approximate):

13682 Heart Lake Road

Brampton, ON L7C2J5

Categories:

Culinary

For Kids

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Tunnels of Moose Jaw

Day Trips Canada — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 13:03:46 +0000

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Tunnels of Moose Jaw

Website:

http://www.tunnelsofmoosejaw.com/

Description:

The Tunnels of Moose Jaw is a year-round tourist attraction that entertains guests with unique productions of Canadian history. Visitors head beneath the streets of downtown Moose Jaw and undergo two guided theatrical tours. Relive Al Capone’s bootlegging days in the Chicago Connection tour and experience first-hand the hardships of early Chinese immigrants in the Passage to Fortune tour. We are a family friendly attraction that offers an experience like no other.

Location (Approximate):

18 Main St N

Moose Jaw, SK S6H 3J6

Categories:

Historic

The Arts

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North Rustico Lighthouse

Day Trips Canada — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 12:57:37 +0000

Photo Credit:

Dan Bhentschel

Website:

http://northrusticolighthouse.com/web/

Description:

The North Rustico Lighthouse has been a beacon to safe harbor passage for fisherman and ships since 1876. The North Rustico Lighthouse standing 10 meters is a symbol of the past, present, and future of North Rustico. The original light which flashes every five seconds is still in place at the top of the tower and It is one of few remaining lighthouses on Prince Edward Island that has the attached living component.

Location (Approximate):

383 Harbourview Dr

New Glasgow, PE C0A 1N0

Categories:

Architecture

Historic

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Lang Pioneer Village Museum

Day Trips Canada — Sun, 08 Oct 2017 18:40:53 +0000

Website:

http://www.langpioneervillage.ca

Description:

Lang Pioneer Village Museum was established by the County of Peterborough in 1967 as a way to preserve the rural history of the region. Located along the banks of the Indian River, Lang Pioneer Village Museum features over twenty-five restored and furnished buildings constructed between 1825 and 1899. The authentic 19th century inspired village depicts how life would have been during the period through its historic buildings, artifacts, and costumed interpreters who go about their daily chores through a living history experience.

Location (Approximate):

104 Lang Road

Keene, ON

Categories:

Architecture

Historic

Museums

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Horseshoe Adventure Park

Day Trips Canada — Sun, 08 Oct 2017 12:24:24 +0000

Photo Credit:

Horseshoe Resort

Website:

http://www.horseshoeresort.com/

Description:

Horseshoe Adventure Park is located within Horseshoe Resort - a top Ontario golf and ski resort offering four seasons of fun. Located just under an hour from Toronto, this outdoor playground offers up a mix of leisure and adventure for all ages. During spring and summer, enjoy activities such as mountain biking, water sports, rock climbing, zip lining, ATV riding, segway adventures, treetop treking, and of course golfing. In the winter, visitors have access to a premiere ski and snowboard facility as well as downhill snow tubing, fat biking, and snowmobiling.

Location (Approximate):

1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd

Barrie, ON

Categories:

Scenery and Nature

Sports and Recreation

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Brooks Farms

Day Trips Canada — Sat, 07 Oct 2017 20:02:23 +0000

Photo Credit:

Day Trips Canada

Website:

http://www.brooksfarms.com/

Description:

Brooks Farms located in Mount Albert, Ontario just 30 minutes north of Toronto has been family owned for over 150 years. In addition to traditional farm fare, Brooks Farms offers pick-your-own strawberries, raspberries, apples, and pumpkins as well as a fully stocked farmers market. During the fall, the farm presents the Brooks Farms Fall Fun Festival with tons of activities and entertainment for kids and adults alike. The festival continues to grow each year adding more attractions to their already popular: pumpkin cannons, train rides, pig races, jumping pillow, corn cob blasters, straw Jumps, corn maze, and so much more!!

Location (Approximate):

122 Ashworth Road

Mount Albert, ON

Categories:

Culinary

For Kids

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Heritage House Museum

Day Trips Canada — Sat, 07 Oct 2017 12:07:27 +0000

Website:

http://www.smithsfalls.ca/culture-recreation/museums-history/heritage-house/

Description:

A visit to the Heritage House Museum located in Smiths Falls, Ontario along the Rideau Canal includes a tour of 8 period rooms furnished to depict the lifestyle of the times. Throughout the year, the Heritage House Museum offers exhibitions and art shows, workshops, and supports school excursions.

Location (Approximate):

11 Old Slys Rd

Smiths Falls, ON

Categories:

Architecture

Historic

Museums

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Canadian Museum of History

Day Trips Canada — Sat, 07 Oct 2017 12:00:45 +0000

Website:

http://www.historymuseum.ca

Description:

With over 25,000 square metres of display space, the Canadian Museum of History is one of the countries largest and most visited museums. Located in the National Captial Region, the museum welcomes over 1.2 million visitors each year and is home to over 218,000 artifacts focusing on Canadian and world history and civilizations. Additionally, the Canadian Museum of History is also home to the Canadian Children's Museum which comprises of a 500 seat theatre and the CINÉ+, a 295-seat movie theatre equipped with a giant 3D screen and a giant dome.

Location (Approximate):

100 Laurier Street

Gatineau, ON

Categories:

Museums

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Wet and Wild Toronto

Day Trips Canada — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 13:37:06 +0000

Photo Credit:

Giuseppe C

Website:

https://www.wetnwildtoronto.com/

Description:

Looking for somewhere to cool off this summer? Have we got the place for you! Wet and Wild Toronto is Canada's Largest Water Park, with over 100 acres of natural park land located just minutes of north of Toronto. The park features Dolphin bay children's area with The Big Tipper, it's a double tipping bucket that has 800 gallons of water that splashes down. Enjoy the 14 water slides, half acre tidal wave pool, and float slowly down the quarter-mile Lazy River. Cool off and relax in the Misty Blue Zone. Play the 18 hole Fantasy Miniature Golf course, Batting Cages, Bumper Boats, rock climbing or unwind in the Caribbean Cove. The Caribbean Cove, a landscape surrounding a 6,000 sq. ft. pool with a cascading waterfall.

Location (Approximate):

7855 Finch Avenue West

Brampton, ON

Categories:

Amusement Parks

For Kids

Sports and Recreation

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North Cape Lighthouse

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:45:24 +0000

Photo Credit:

Dennis Jarvis

Website:

https://www.tourismpei.com/north-cape-coastal-region/north-cape

Description:

The North Cape Lighthouse is located in community of North Cape which is Prince Edward Island’s most northwesterly point of land.

Famous for its natural rock reef where the waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Northumberland Strait meet, The North Cape Lighthouse is also home to the Atlantic Wind Test Site (AWTS) which was established in 1980 as Canada’s National Wind Energy Laboratory.

Location (Approximate):

Highway 12

North Cape

Tignish, PE

Categories:

Architecture

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