32 Best Weekend Getaways in Ontario

‘Tis the season for getting away and as far as weekend getaways go, Ontario has a lot to offer. Ontario also has some of Canada’s best cities and towns in Canada from Toronto to Paris (named one of the prettiest little towns in Canada) and it is filled with awesome outdoor adventures. In a nutshell Ontario has it all. So if traveling abroad isn’t in the cards this holiday season, you can still take a break to enjoy these best weekend getaways in Ontario.

Ontario offers year-round and there is plenty of beauty and culture to be found. If you are looking for the best weekend getaways in Ontario, rest assured you have many places to choose from. And we’ve rounded them up all in one place for you.

Weekend Getaways in Ontario

We’ll cover all the best weekend getaways – splitting the guide into outdoor, urban, family, and resort getaways. So let’s start with the top weekend getaways in Ontario to enjoy one of these lovely city breaks in Ontario..

Part 1 – Cities and Towns

Ready to support local businesses, explore charming towns, and treat yourself to retail therapy? These are the best cities and towns for weekend getaways in Ontario. From small towns to major cities, we’ve got a fantastic range to suit everyone’s interests.

1. Paris

We may be a little biased with this one because Paris is our home town. We bought a house here during the Pandemic and have fallen in love with the community. We are surrounded by hiking and biking trails, great dining, spas and scenery.

Tiny Paris was named the “Prettiest little town in Canada” and it is certainly is one of the best small towns to visit in Ontario for a weekend getaway. The town is famed for its stone buildings, cafe, and window shopping culture. Paris has that quaint atmosphere ideal for a romantic weekend getaway and has been voted one of the prettiest towns in Canada many times.

Apart from shopping and enjoying cafes, you should enjoy some river activities like tubing, fishing, or kayaking. Paris is located at the junction of the Nith Rivers and Grand River, so it offers lots of outdoor entertainment. Rent a kayak and equipment and hit the river for a few hours.

For a weekend getaway for couples, book a room at the Arlington Hotel and take a stroll through the streets. Pick up a coffee at the Paris Bakery and browse the many boutique shops and the shops at Wincey Mills. Or you can go hiking on the Grand Trail following the river from the portage area at the dam. Book a…