TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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Dundas Driving Park is a staple in the community for people of all ages and from all walks of life. Being a fantastic location for picnics, it is especially great for families looking to spend quality time together while getting some sun and fresh air.
Kids absolutely love it there, as there’s a big playground and a splash pad in the summer. Even if you’re on your own and just want to enjoy a nice walk, this park is just the place.
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Located in what was once the Dundas Curling and Skating Rink—originally built by the mayor of Dundas, Todd Wilson, in the 1860s—this brewery was founded by two old friends, Shawn Till and Ed Madronich. Passionate about quality beer, they are dedicated to brewing the best possible product—and they achieve their mission by avoiding shortcuts, honing their craftsmanship, and using excellent equipment. You can even book a tour of their brewery if you wish to learn more about their processes!
They have several different beers and wines available in their taproom, but their core beers are Lagershed Original, Lagershed Light, Lagershed Dark, and Barrelshed Amber Ale.
Beanermunky Chocolate was founded in 2005, with its Dundas location opening in 2011. The unique name comes from the childhood nicknames of the owner’s two sons. All Beanermunky’s chocolates and confections are made on-site, and you can even watch the process through the large viewing windows! No additives or preservatives are added; only the highest-quality ingredients are used.
The artisan chocolates are fork-dipped in Milk, Dark, White, Ruby, or Gold Belgian chocolate, making up over thirty different flavours. Their rich confections include Bear Paws, Sea Salted Turtles, Chocolate Barks, Chocolate Dipped Bacon, and more—and a selection of vegan options!
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Housed in what was once the Carnegie Library, the Carnegie Gallery was founded by the Dundas Art & Craft Association, a non-profit organization created in 1980. Over 20,000 people visit this popular tourist spot each year. The Carnegie Gallery’s mission statement is to provide opportunities for artists who have yet to gain exposure, promote the works of artists and craftspeople, and make art exhibitions accessible to the community.
With approximately 24 annual exhibitions, it’s exciting to know there will always be something new each time you visit. To keep up with their programs, events, and exhibitions, simply look at their website!
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Weir’s Lane Lavender & Apiary initially began as a farm in 2008. Although their farm is no longer in operation (sold in 2018), they have been producing lavender and bee-related products since 2009, using only natural ingredients and pesticide-free lavender.
So many different products are available, such as essential oils, pillow sprays, lavender-infused honey, soaps, body lotions, foot rubs, deodorants, face creams, and more! You’ll feel a sense of calm as soon as you step inside the store, and now you can bring some of that calm with you back home.
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This award-winning museum is a privately funded non-profit corporation dedicated to keeping the town’s heritage alive and its history from being forgotten. There are more than 16,000 artifacts and over 30 meters of documents. The impressive collection contains objects like tools, toys, and furniture, as well as records that include letters, diaries, photographs, and more. The Dundas Museum & Archives consists of several facilities for different purposes and exhibits, such as Gallery 3 being dedicated to rotating exhibits that change every few months. You will likely feel awed by just how much there is to learn about Dundas.
If you love cheese in all its forms, you’ll want to stop by Mickey McGuire’s—arguably the best cheese shop in the entire province.
There are hundreds of cheeses here: common, rare, soft, hard, pasteurized, unpasteurized, local, imported… Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it here and even find what you didn’t know you were looking for! Feel free to ask for recommendations, as the knowledgeable staff will make excellent suggestions based on your likes and dislikes.
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