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Summary

This Ontario harbour town is perched on crystal shores and is a magical weekend getaway spot

It's full of small town charm.

A beach with turquoise water. Right: A person at an ice cream shop.

A conservation area in Ontario. Right: A small town in Ontario.

Lead Writer, Travel

If crystal waters, small-town charm, and quaint streets sound like your idea of the perfect getaway, you might want to plan a trip to this dreamy Ontario destination.

With delicious restaurants, water views and local shops, it's an idyllic spot for a day trip or weekend getaway.

Meaford is a charming town perched along the shores of Georgian Bay.

According to its website, it is a "fascinating, four-season destination that has it all: great live theatre and concerts, fresh local food, unique shopping, nature at your doorstep, a beautiful harbour and so much more."

You can spend your time strolling along the quaint streets and peeking into the local shops and boutiques scattered throughout the town.

There are several attractions to enjoy in the area, such as the Meaford Museum, the Fuller House Art Studio and Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre.

If you're looking for outdoor adventures, Meaford is the place to be. The town is surrounded by scenic trails, parks, and marinas to enjoy.

You can soak up some sun on the beach at Memorial Park or head to another nearby shoreline, such as Christie Beach Conservation Area.

With small-town charm and turquoise water views, Meaford is a beautiful spot for a day trip or weekend getaway.

Meaford Website

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    • Lead Writer

      Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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