About Hamilton

Hamilton is located at the centre of a densely populated and industrialized area at the west end of Lake Ontario. Nicknamed "Steeltown", Hamilton is a port city located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The population is approximately 722,000. The climate is considered humid continental with warm, humid summers and cold winters. The summer weather is pleasant with an average high temperature of about 26°C and the winter months tend to be cold with daytime highs averaging -3°C.

No matter what your pleasure is you’ll find it here in Hamilton. This bustling city is rich in culture, history, nightlife, sports, shopping, outdoor adventure, wineries and spectacular nature. If you enjoy taking in some museums be sure not to miss the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum or the Dundurn National Historical Site. There is a vast array of performing arts in Hamilton including theatres and concerts. The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra always satisfies their audience with superior live performances and the Hamilton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra will most definitely raise an eyebrow or two. There are many conservation areas which offer a variety of trails to hike on whether you enjoy a leisurely stroll or want something more challenging. Hamilton has a lot of sports and recreation to offer including some spectacular golf courses. Being a large urban centre there are plenty of unique shops to browse as well as shopping malls. If touring the wineries is your pleasure then there are several to enjoy that are a short drive from Hamilton. Last but not least, Hamilton boasts some incredible fine dining experiences and has a large number of pubs, bars, and nightlife establishments.