The Atlas Obscura Guide To Hamilton

5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Hamilton, Ontario

Updated April 23, 2024

Unusual Attractions in Hamilton

Hamilton, Ontario

City of Waterfalls

With well over 130 falls and cascades to brag about, Hamilton, Ontario has earned its stripes as the waterfall capital of the world.

View of the stairs from the bottom entrance.

Hamilton, Ontario

Adventure Stairs

305 homemade stone stairs wind their way up the Hamilton escarpment.

Hamilton, Ontario

Tim Hortons No. 1

The first outlet of Canada's biggest fast-food franchise has been slinging doughnuts since 1964.

Hamilton, Ontario

Abandoned Skate Park on the Bruce Trail

An abandoned skate park located in the middle of the wilderness.

Hamilton, Ontario

The Dragon's Lair Unleashed

A store that specializes in realistic replicas of pop culture weaponry.

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The headstone of Thoroughbred racehorse Martimas.

Burlington, Ontario

Martimas's Grave

The racehorse's headstone highlights a forgotten part of the Hendrie Park Gardens' history.

2 miles from Hamilton

Grimsby, Ontario

Grimsby Beach Cottages

The Painted Ladies of Ontario aren’t your average beach homes.

17 miles from Hamilton

Cool Places to Eat & Drink in Hamilton

Hamilton, Ontario

Tim Hortons No. 1

The first outlet of Canada's biggest fast-food franchise has been slinging doughnuts since 1964.

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Hamilton

5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Hamilton, Ontario

Updated April 23, 2024

Unusual Attractions in Hamilton

Hamilton, Ontario

City of Waterfalls

Hamilton, Ontario

Adventure Stairs

Hamilton, Ontario

Tim Hortons No. 1

Hamilton, Ontario

Abandoned Skate Park on the Bruce Trail

Hamilton, Ontario

The Dragon's Lair Unleashed

Burlington, Ontario

Martimas's Grave

Grimsby, Ontario

Grimsby Beach Cottages

Cool Places to Eat & Drink in Hamilton

Hamilton, Ontario

Tim Hortons No. 1

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