THE 10 BEST Free Things to Do in Oakville
Best Free Things to Do in Oakville
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- Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.
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What travellers are saying
- mommalou4Saskatchewan, Canada522 contributionsI found these gardens mentioned on TripAdvisor and decided to check them out one afternoon when we had some time to kill, during our ten day visit to Oakville.
I wasn’t sure what to expect but found a pretty location on the water complete with cherry blossoms, tulips, fountains and walking paths. Other plants had yet to bloom, as it was still early in the season.
Several were out for a stroll, or even doing laps around the path. It’s a very serene place to visit. There was a unique art gallery on site as well.Written 20 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Susan LTOakville, Canada7 contributionsWe visit Lion's Valley quite frequently. There are many trails, challenging hills, washrooms, kids play structures, sixteen mile creek and picnic facilities. It is free to the public, many trailheads to jump into the trail system.Written 10 November 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MarkDeb83Oakville, Canada69 contributionsIt is a lovely place to sit and have a picnic. There are tables and chairs or you can bring you own. There is also a lot of parking. It is lovely to watch the yachts sail pass.Written 11 August 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- peter dToronto, Canada1,558 contributionsLove this park, lots of people watching, great restaurant, lots of boats, play grounds, walking- biking trails and it leads unto the Waters edge park - beautiful walkWritten 17 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cassandra S8 contributionsWe “stumbled” across Cameron’s via TripAdvisor and decided to take a ride over on a rainy day. We did not regret it! The staff was great, beer was awesome, and it was a fun couple of hours tasting beers and chatting. Definitely recommend!Written 28 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- R S2 contributionsGlen Abbey Li bray - Friendly and Helpful staff...New improved spaces ...always a joy to visit and browse and pick up holdsWritten 22 December 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Claire LOakville, Canada32 contributionsDowntown oakville is very beautiful and they put alot of work into it to make it look spectacular at Christmas.
Most stores are expensive. But it's pretty to walk aroundWritten 19 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - jsca777Windsor, Canada147 contributionsGreat view of lake nearby. I always liked lighthouses for the bring a feeling of peace and they stand out in the dark communicating safety.Written 29 September 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Fiona MHuntly, UK228 contributionsWe visited the museum while on holiday in Oakville. It is a very interesting little museum, and worth a visit. Interesting video/presentation on slaves in Canada. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend this museum.Written 29 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EvanGatineau, Canada2 contributionsGreat place to relax on a weekend morning! This place is tucked into a nice quiet neighbourhood and there is a nearby museum. Watch out for the seagulls!Written 22 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- The Artsy Fartsy girlOakville, Canada10 contributionsA place where I can escape the realities of life for a few moments. It's a sacred place for artists and artisans. A place where I my inner artist is completely satiated with the centre's overall spirit and it's beauty, it's setting in a natural habitat and the exciting art work and exhibits that it holds within it's walls. This place truly holds it's name to it's fame. It's just fantastic!Written 25 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dan POakville, Canada9 contributionsThe strip of Kerr Street from the Lakeshore to just south of Speers Road is a great place to wonder for an afternoon and find some local shops and restaurants that are truly locally owned and operated. A number of merchants who have been driven out by the ridiculous rents and lack of parking on the Lakshore in downtown Oakville have relocated here. Maro's, Gingerman (closed for renovations at this time) and Kerr Street Cafe are fabulous! Gear Music is one of the best guitar and music gear shops in the GTA, and there are some lovely small parks to sit and people-watch and enjoy your coffee. In the evening, check out the Moonshine Cafe for the best live music in Oakville.Written 2 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Talie32 contributionsThis gallery is great for art camps. Reasonable prices and excellent staff. Your child will be over looking the water in a gorgeous cottage with unlimited art supplies! Incredible! Best kept mom secrecy in the town.Written 24 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- b0b55russellOrillia, Canada1,180 contributionsThe sailors of the 1800's would be like the truck drivers of the major highways of today in my personal opinion. It is no accident that there is a customs house in old historic downtown Oakville. When you do a guided tour of downtown Oakville put on by the Oakville Historic Society the importance of the Great Lakes in the 1800's is explained to you. It is fitting that this memorial is placed near Bronte Harbour to honour the lives that these sailors gave and of by gone days of the importance of shipping on the Great Lakes. It may not be one of the more popular memorials in town by it honours the unsung workers of the 1800's!Written 24 May 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bryant POakville, ON1 contributionIts a great oakville pub. Staff is friendly warm and welcoming. Food is the best prices in oakville. Always a pleasant friend to talk to....very warm and homely spot. Check it out!Written 18 August 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
