Hidden sanctuary in Centennial park. Open all year round, well maintained greenhouse that is a…read morepopular destination for wedding shoots, I have found. Small, clean and good variety with indoor and outdoor easy walking paths all around.

**Note - quite warm in there. Right by door has hangers for coats. Water fountain, washroom and…read morebenches to take a break. Beautiful greenhouse with lots of different plants cacti, orchids, plants that I have no idea the names of. A little pond with goldfish to spot. Overall very green and lush tall plants lots of colours for the eyes to see. Don't miss this spot.

So I had the best day here. There is so much to do here. The food is great the gift shop. The whole…read moreexperience was so worth it.

This place was lots of fun!…read more I really loved the Birds of Prey section, definitely cool to see those majestic birds. It's wasn't too busy which was nice. The horses were kinda boring and there were no bisons. The whole horse area was kinda smelly (which is unsurprising haha) Checked out most of the trails: The creek one had way too many bugs so we turned back but it's was shady and quiet which was lovely. The lakeshore trail was very exposed to the sun which sucked but the scenery was lovely and there were a bunch of monarch butterflies. The whole area was a blast but in hindsight I wouldn't go back on such a hot and sunny day.

A nice, small park with cherry blossoms for viewing pleasure!…read more Came by with my gf on a sat afternoon to look at cherry blossoms. Unfortunately for us, we were so keen that we arrived a week early so only like 4 trees were in full bloom but the scenery was still beautiful nonetheless. There was a bridge running through the middle and a man-made pond as well (which was inhabited by ducks). Also plenty of benches across the walkways for ppl to sit. The bell was a nice touch in the middle of the park and the aesthetics are very calming and serene. As an FYI, there's tons of ppl taking vids and pics at this park. Location-wise very convenient because it's also situated near Square One shopping center nearby!

Beautiful park within city limits. We were pleasantly surprised to see such beautiful wilderness…read moresurrounded by a city of this size. The animals are comfortable being surrounded by humans. Absolutely beautiful!

Fantastic gardens just between Burlington and Hamilton. And right now with the Anchorball exhibit…read moreon, even more interesting to check out. So many different plants and flowers in this beautiful place. Lots of different paths to follow including a healing garden. There is also a wonderful little Tea House in the back where you can have a bite or afternoon tea. (Recommend reservations especially on weekends). Parking on site. Wear your walking shoes!

Was it worth the drive to Burlington? I guess. The RBG was alright but you have to go during the…read moreright time. We went when the cherry blossoms were beginning to bloom but it was a tad bit early for the other floral arrangements to bloom in their outdoor gardens so it still felt winter-like. We started at one location early in the morning with the Arboretum. That's where you pay $25 to drive your vehicle in. Parking is ample early in the morning but when we left an hour or two later, there was a conga line of vehicles waiting to get in. So, yes you have to be there at least at around 8 AM if you don't want to wait in line or find parking. Parking is free at the main RBG region with their inside greenhouse region plus their outside garden. What I didn't like was that you had to drive out afterwards to go to the Rock Garden where you had to show your tickets again for entrance. Parking was still free though. So, overall, a lot of driving from one location to another (at least three) and a lot of walking. If you want to bring slow-walking seniors, good luck. It's beautiful scenery but a lot of walking involved.

I went visit with family during the cherry blossoms time in May this year. I was shocked that there…read morewas a zoo in the park. The park was pretty large. The trees were located on the opposite side of where we enter (around Bloor St and Keele St/Parkside Dr.). It was cool but very crowded at that time of year. I feel like I would have a better experience if I randomly visited when it's not cherry blossom season. If you are on the grass and near the trees, watch out where you walk. Volunteers put out short wooden boxes with mesh coverings over the turtle egg nests.

I went to this park for the first time on a date, and it was absolutely beautiful. The weather was…read moreamazing, nice and sunny. The tall trees were a great place to sit under for some shade and relaxation from the heat. The little strip of water was clear and glistening. There was also a flower garden along the path, such beautiful scenery. The flowers were bright and blooming, so great for a photo-op. The trail is simple and not too long, but absolutely beautiful for a stroll with some coffee in hand. There's also a large hill to watch the sunset, which is a great choice for picnics and relaxing. Definitely need to go back before summer ends!

It's a family day at this beautifully maintained Hamilton park…read more Lots of nice trees and free access to parking and a tropical greenhouse. Even though the outside temperature is only 9 degrees, we are all having a great time. That's because the grandkids get to run around...and expend their abundant energy. Yes, Grandpa has a secondary master plan!

***Review is more for the Tropical Greenhouse which is FREE.***…read more No complaints about this large city park as it's arguably nicer than the one in my City. The Tropical Greenhouse just opened and there's even a (premature) rose garden. Greenhouse is a bit on the small side and it was very humid inside. There were set trails to walk on, most of which were shaded. Other than a French Festival that was going on at the time, this park was pretty dead. If this place was downtown Toronto, it would be jammed packed!

I love Oakville a suburb of Toronto…read more Gairloch Gardens is gorgeous place right on Lake Ontario Beautiful settings with beautiful garden of the art galleries great place to have a picnic or chill and watch the

One of the most beautiful gardens that you will ever see. It is family friendly, and an ideal place…read morefor an outing with kids. There are beautiful flowers, a lake, a fountain, plenty of place to walk around, and play. Pick a sunny day to go here, maybe stay to see the sunset, take a long walk by the lake, let the kids dip their hands in the cold water, take the time to appreciate the lotuses, lilies, and the swans, then walk over the tiny bridge, take a few photos, and you will remember this day you spent with your kids in your old age!

My parents and I decided an afternoon walking around the park. It was nice to walk around the park…read moreand to spend an afternoon. The park was large and was moderately busy. Make sure to bring water, sunscreen and hat or umbrella. The trails were pretty well kept and had a mix of shade and unshaded areas. Most of the trails and picnic areas were pretty quiet and looked to be not very busy. I think there were some parts of the trails that were off leash dog areas. When we were there, the barn area wasn't really opened to the public (in terms of looking inside them).

Bronte Creek is one of the two provincial parks in the GTA. There is an entrance fee, so I would…read moresuggest getting the Ontario Parks pass from your local library to enter and to park for free. This is a nice park with lots of hiking trails and lush woods, offering plenty of shades on a sunny day. The only trail that allows you to go down to the creek is #6 Half Moon Valley Trail. I would also recommend #4 Lookout Ravine Trail which is almost completely covered by trees and would be beautiful in the fall. You shouldn't miss the famous White Oak Tree, likely germinated since 1685 and at least 300 years old, close to parking lot A. The Spruce Lane Farmhouse is another highlight near parking lot F, which is a Victorian-style house showing visitors what life was like back then. The antique furniture, well-decorated rooms, farm equipment, and friendly volunteers wearing Victorian costumes gave us an immersive experience at the farm. The only problem is that the amenities are a bit dated, especially with the signage. The park staffs should hand out free maps as you enter the park, and there should be more directions as to where you are. I often had to rely on Google to check location and the pre-downloaded map from their website. The swimming pool remains under renovation as of summer 2024, so the park is not yet at its full potential.