Ontario has an 'authentic Christmas village' with sparkling shops and horse-drawn carriages
It looks like a little Hallmark town.
A historic village in Ontario.
This small town near Toronto is transforming into a postcard-worthy Christmas village and it's worth a road trip. You can wander along glittering streets, visit festive shops and more while exploring this spot.
Niagara-on-the-Lake is the place to be if you're obsessed with Christmas. According to Niagara-on-the-Lake Tourism, the area transforms into an "authentic Christmas Village" with twinkly shops, festive events and endless holiday magic.
There's lots to enjoy during the Christmas season. You can watch the Santa Claus Parade, go on the Holiday House Tour and visit some of the enchanting Christmas markets.
The Candlelight Stroll is "a mesmerizing journey through our historic town adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations" that will get you in the holiday spirit.
You can also head to the Shaw Festival to see A Christmas Carol performed.
Other festive events include Breakfast with Santa at Prince of Wales, outdoor skating at Pillar and Post and a Dickensian Feast at Prince of Wales Hotel.
The village is a magical spot to get some holiday shopping done. The twinkling streets and glowing shops will whisk you away to a holiday wonderland.
You'll want to visit Just Christmas, where you can find all the festive decor and trinkets of your dreams.
Another magical holiday experience is the horse-drawn carriage tours by Sentineal Carriages, which "typically goes to the waterfront, through the Historical District and down the main street of Old Town," according to the website.
Enjoy an old-world Christmas village at this Ontario destination.
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