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Summary

9 Incredible Spots In Ontario To Hang Out With Your Best Friend This Summer

Time to call your bestie!

Lead Writer, Travel

You and your BFF can have some magical adventures around Ontario this summer by checking out these exciting spots.

From wine dates to stunning sunflower fields, these experiences were made for two, and you'll want to visit them all.

Wander Through Lavender While Sipping Wine

Price: Free admission with purchase

Address: 410 Concession 12 Townsend, Waterford, ON

Why You Need To Go: Bonnieheath Estate has everything you need for a summer date. Explore fields of lavender, wander along a 3.7-kilometre trail, and indulge in lavender ice cream and wine.

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Explore Sunflower Blooms

Price: $13.50 per adult

When: July 24 to August 8, 2021

Address: 15770 Mountainview Rd., Caledon East, ON

Why You Need To Go: The Sunflower Festival at Davis Family Farm will transport you and your bestie into a golden wonderland, and you can enjoy a luxury picnic in the fields and play the whimsical piano surrounded by blooms.

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Spend A Day In The Sand

Price: $7 parking fee per hour, $30 per day

Address: Sauble Beach, ON

Why You Need To Go: Sauble Beach is the place to be in the summer, and you can spend the day swimming and checking out the cute stores in the beach town.

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Get Lost In A Maze

Price: $20 per person

When: Saturdays & Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Address: 7893 Bleeks Rd., Munster, ON

Why You Need To Go: Saunder's Farm has tons of mazes to explore, and you can get lost in endless spirals and puzzles.

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Hike To Hidden Ruins

Price: Parking fee

Address: 92 Highway 6, Wiarton, ON

Why You Need To Go: Spirit Rock Conservation Area's magical trail will lead you past turquoise waters, hidden ruins, and down a spiral staircase.

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Toast S'mores By A Fire

Price: $19.99 per person

When: Fridays & Saturdays, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Address: 936685 Blenheim Rd., Bright, ON

Why You Need To Go: Cozy up by the fire and toast s'mores with your bestie at Snyder's Family Farm. You can even get food and bakery goodies delivered right to you.

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Paddle Your Way Through The Amazon

Price: $99+ per adult

When: Typically runs until Thanksgiving weekend

Address: Port Royal, ON

Why You Need To Go: Long Point Eco-Adventures will take you on a kayaking trip through what is known as the "Canadian Amazon," and you can gaze at vine-covered trees and lots of wildlife along the way.

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Picnic Amongst Purple Blooms

Price: $15 per person

When: Until September 6, 2021

Address: 7484 6/7 Sideroad Nottawasaga, Creemore, ON

Why You Need To Go: Bring a picnic along with you to Purple Hill Lavender Farm and enjoy the purple views as you dine.

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Sip Afternoon Tea In A Garden Oasis

Price: $40 per person

Address: 3711 King St., Vineland, ON

Why You Need To Go: The Watering Can Flower Market has an enchanting Garden Tea experience where you can indulge in drinks and pastries in a leafy oasis.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • 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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