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Did you know Parkwood National Historic Site in Ontario has appeared in a long list of hit movies and television shows?

It has appeared in binge-worthy series like The Umbrella Academy, Dash & Lily, Reign, Anne Of Green Gables, Murdoch Mysteries, The Expanse, and Shadowhunters.

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Plus, it was the filming location of blockbusters such as Hannibal, 12 Monkeys, Billy Madison, and Chicago.

The Oshawa attraction will make you feel like you are touring a castle in Europe with its massive fountains, tea house, and colourful flowers formal gardens everywhere you look.

For your chance to see this filming hot spot, you can book a garden tour for $15.

Parkwood National Historic Site

Price: $15 for a garden tour

When: From May 1, 2021

Address: 270 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: While here, make sure to visit their dreamy tea house to enjoy afternoon tea, where you can feast on an assortment of finger sandwiches, scones and pastries.

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    Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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