Top 16 Things To Do In Vaughan, Canada

Things to do in Vaughan Canada
Isha
Isha 
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Located at a driving distance of just under an hour from Toronto, the city of Vaughan in Ontario, Canada, is a picturesque city full of attractions that are sure to pique the interest of visitors. Spot local and rare birds at the Boyd Conservation Area, explore the 19th-century open-air heritage museum at Black Creek Pioneer Village or go shopping at Vaughan Mills. Family-friendly activities like a visit to Legoland Discovery Centre, Splash Works or Canada’s Wonderland theme parks are a must too. There are zoos, nature conservation centres, and art collections to admire as well. Take a look at our list of all the things to do in Vaughan, Canada, and you are guaranteed to have a fabulous time in this scenic city.

1. Marvel at the paintings at McMichael Canadian Art Collection

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The McMichael Canadian Art Collection is dedicated to showcasing the best artwork by Canadian and indigenous artists. Consisting of over 6500 exclusive artworks by artist Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven, Métis, Inuits and other artists in their permanent collection, the McMichael Canadian Art Collection is a fascinating place to visit in Vaughan. They also hold regular exhibitions by contemporary Canadian artists.

McMichael Canadian Art Collection

Address: 10365 Islington Ave, Kleinburg, ON L0J 1C0

Website: McMichael Canadian Art Collection

Opening hours: 10am - 5pm (daily)

Price: 15 USD onwards

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2. Get close to the reptiles at Reptilia

Our elusive flat rock lizards came out to be weighed today! The male is on top and the female below!

Posted by Reptilia on Monday, 19 November 2018

Experience getting up, close and personal to reptiles at one of Canada’s largest reptile zoos, Reptilia! The zoo houses a number of fascinating reptiles like Nile crocodiles, alligators, lizards, tortoises, pythons, rattlesnakes, mambas, cobras, and more. The zoo hosts daily tours, shows and feeding sessions where you can get hands-on with the reptiles, under the supervision of trained experts.

Reptilia

Address: 2501 Rutherford Rd, Concord, ON L4K 2N6

Website: Reptilia

Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)

Price: 12 USD onwards

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3. Understand nature conservation at Kortright Centre for Conservation

Don't miss our first Owl Prowl of the year happening on Saturday, February 10 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. It's going to be a hoot! ? #owlprowl #owls #familyevent #specialevent #kortrightcentre

Posted by Kortright Centre for Conservation on Thursday, 8 February 2018

Offering a variety of educational programmes and workshops for children, adults, and professionals, the Kortright Centre for Conservation in Vaughan is definitely worth a visit. Located on 325 hectares (803.1 acres) of unspoiled woodlands, the Kortright Centre is a serene oasis where you can learn about beekeeping, animal tracking, local birds, invertebrates, reptiles, trees, flowers and their conservation. They even offer sustainable house tours and courses for becoming a certified naturalist.

Kortright Centre for Conservation

Address: 9550 Pine Valley Dr, Woodbridge, ON L4L 1A6

Website: Kortright Centre for Conservation

Opening hours: 9:30am - 4pm (daily)

Price: 6.50 USD onwards

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4. Satisfy your shopaholic soul at Vaughan Mills

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As a regional outlet mall, Vaughan Mills has enough stores and brands to satisfy the shopaholic in you! Stocking apparel, bags, watches, accessories, footwear, eyewear, etc. from popular brands like Adidas, Banana Republic, Tommy Bahamas, Crocs, Forever 21, H&M, Oakley, and such others, Vaughan Mills is a popular shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. The mall also has luxury stores like Calvin Klein, Kate Spade, Polo Ralph Lauren, Coach, Tumi, DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger, and more.

Vaughan Mills

Address: 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr, Concord, ON L4K 5W4

Website: Vaughan Mills

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm; Sun: 11am - 7pm

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5. Bird watch at Boyd Conservation Area


With waters of the estuaries of Humber and Don rivers flowing through it, Boyd Conservation Area is a paradise to experience the great outdoors of Canada. Its proximity to water and tree-covered lands makes for an ideal home for a variety of birds. Birding enthusiasts can watch owls, shorebirds, waterfowl, hummingbirds, belted kingfisher, and hundreds of other species in the wild at Boyd Conservation Area.

Boyd Conservation Area

Address: 8739 Islington Ave, Woodbridge, ON L4L 1A6

Website: Boyd Conservation Area

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 9am - 9pm (closed Mon - Fri)

Price: 4 USD onwards

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6. Enjoy at the colossal Wonderland Splash Works

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Part of Canada’s Wonderland theme park, Splash Works is a 20-acre (8.09 hectares) waterpark where you can enjoy a fun day out with your family. Kids can enjoy playing in the Lakeside Lagoon, zoom down water slides, or take a plunge down the 60 feet (18 metres) tall Muskoka Plunge. The Super Soaker and Plunge rides are suitable for the whole family to ride together. Many other attractions and rides await you at Splash Works!

Wonderland Splash Works

Address: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6

Website: Wonderland Splash Works

Opening hours: 11am - 6pm (daily); hours may vary as per season

Price: 40 USD onwards

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7. Family fun at Canada's Wonderland

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As Canada’s premiere theme park, Canada’s Wonderland offers a variety of rides and attractions for visitors of all ages. The park has two family-friendly areas where kids can enjoy rides like Peanuts 500, Character Carousel, and 25+ attractions. They can also get a chance to meet the Peanuts characters or join a dance party at the park.

Canada's Wonderland

Address: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6

Website: Canada’s Wonderland

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 10am - 8pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 10pm (hours may vary as per season)

Price: 30 USD onwards

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8. Dive into Woodbridge Pool to cool off

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Take a break from the sights and sounds of Vaughan and dive into the Woodbridge Pool for a relaxing time in the water. At the Woodbridge Pool, which is one of the nine community pools run by the city of Vaughan, you can enjoy recreational swims, length swims, therapy swims or even join an aquafitness class. The swimming pool is temperature controlled and is a five-lane lap pool with diving boards and a viewing gallery too.

Woodbridge Pool

Address: 5020 Hwy 7, Woodbridge, ON L4L 1T1

Website: Woodbridge Pool

Price: 2.5 USD onwards

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9. Enjoy a ball game at the Vaughan Grove Sports Park

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Engage in a game of soccer or baseball at the beautiful sports facilities of Vaughan Grove Sports Park. The park has excellent ball diamonds and several soccer fields that are open to the public. There is plenty of parking and other well-maintained facilities too. So, grab your buddies and enjoy a ball game at Vaughan Grove Sports Park.

Vaughan Grove Sports Park

Address: 7401 Martin Grove Road, Woodbridge, ON L4L 9E4 CA, Vaughan

Website: Vaughan Grove Sports Park

Opening hours: 24/7

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10. Play golf at the Eagles Nest Golf Club

Join us this August Long Weekend for a round of award winning golf! Book online and enter promo code LONGWEEKEND to receive 25% off green fee rates. #TestTheNest www.eaglesnestgolf.com

Posted by Eagles Nest Golf Club on Tuesday, 31 July 2018

Enjoy a round of golf at the links style 18-hole golf course at Eagles Nest Golf Club. Designed by Canada’s premier golf course architect, Doug Carrick, this golf course has rolling fairways, clinging rough and fescue encrusted dunes. At the Eagles Nest Golf Club, the use of a shared golf cart and practice facilities are included in the price.

Eagles Nest Golf Club

Address: 10,000 Dufferin St., Box 403, Maple, ON L6A 1S3

Website: Eagles Nest Golf Club

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat - Sun: 8am - 6pm (hours may vary as per season)

Price: 155 USD onwards

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11. Let kids indulge in some Lego

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At the Legoland Discovery Centre, a world of family-friendly fun, entertainment and activities awaits you! The amusement centre has rides like Kingdom Quest laser ride, Merlin’s Apprentice and attractions like a 4D cinema, Lego Ninjago City Adventure, and 14+ other such attractions. Kids and parents can also indulge in interactive Lego tables, where they can build and race cars, the tallest Lego towers, and more. A Lego Factory Tour and Master Builder Academy is also available.

Legoland Discovery Centre

Address: 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr, Vaughan, ON L4K 5W4

Website: Legoland Discovery Centre

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10am - 7:30pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 8pm; Sun: 11am - 7pm

Price: 22 USD onwards

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12. Explore the open-air heritage museum: Black Creek Pioneer Village


Step back in time to 1897 at the Black Creek Pioneer Village and experience the life that the pioneers lived in Ontario. At this open-air heritage museum, you can get a glimpse of the daily life, customs, farming techniques, domesticated animals, tools, equipment and instruments used by the early residents. There are plenty of artefacts, heritage buildings, gardens, historical enactments, etc., to see in this village.

Black Creek Pioneer Village

Address: 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, Ontario M3J 2P3

Website: Black Creek Pioneer Village

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 10am - 4pm; Sat - Sun: 11am - 5pm

Price: 11 USD onwards

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13. Visit the picturesque King City

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Take a trip to the scenic King City to admire the historical buildings like Eaton Hall, King Township Museum, Mary Lake Augustinian Monastery, etc. Surrounded by picturesque rolling hills, temperate forests and several ponds and lakes, the beauty of King City is one to behold! Numerous trails and hiking paths across the city are also worth exploring.

King City

Address: King City, York Region, Ontario

Website: King City

Opening hours: 24/7

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14. Take a stroll around the York University Keele Campus

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The beautiful Keele Campus of York University is dotted with marvellous architectural sights like the Vari Hall, Petrie Science Building, Scott Library, etc. Take a stroll through the beautiful campus and admire the buildings, stadiums, ponds, gardens, and the picturesque grounds.

York University Keele Campus

Address: 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario, M3J 1P3

Website: York University Keele Campus

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15. Breathe in some fresh air at Elder’s Mills Nature Reserve

Posted by Bridgeway on Saturday, 19 May 2018

Take a breather from the hustle and bustle of city life and head on over to Elder’s Mills Nature Reserve. Go on a leisurely stroll through the park grounds and breathe in some fresh air. The park is a green oasis with seasonal blooms, shaded walking paths and scenic bridges that stretch across peaceful creeks or streams. Elder’s Mills Nature Reserve is the perfect place for a peaceful walk in Vaughan.

Elder’s Mills Nature Reserve

Address: Vaughan, ON L4L 1A7

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16. Celebrate your kid's birthday at Jungle Land

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Posted by Jungle Land Indoor Playground / Themed Park on Friday, 19 October 2018

Throw a jungle-themed birthday celebration for your child at the Jungle Land indoor playground. Take the stress out of the party planning and hand it over to the experts at Jungle Land who will provide everything from the venue to the decorations to the food. Kids will be entertained to a jungle show and can also get a loot bag souvenir at the end of the party.

Jungle Land

Address: 1033 Edgeley Blvd #2, Concord, ON L4K 0B9

Website: Jungle Land

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10am - 6pm; Fri: 10am - 8pm; Sat - Sun: 10am - 8:45pm

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Mesmerising Vaughan, Canada

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Source: Photo by user Jack He used under CC BY-SA 3.0

Art Centres, 19th-century open-air museums, theme parks, conservation areas, and so much more is on offer to visitors at Vaughan. Arm yourself with our list of the things to do in Vaughan, Canada, and have a great time exploring this fascinating city!

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Isha is a former corporate employee who now leads a tranquil life centered around travel, writing, and minding her own business.

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