Stratford is one of Ontario's most beautiful small cities and is internationally famous for the Stratford Festival, North America's largest classical repertory theatre festival.
Location: Stratford, ON
Season: Open for all seasons
Located on the Avon River, Stratford combines historic architecture, riverside parks, gardens, arts, culture, and exceptional dining.
The city is often considered one of the best day-trip and weekend destinations from the GTA because it offers a blend of culture, walkability, scenic beauty, and small-town charm.
Best Features
- World-famous Stratford Festival theatres
- Beautiful Avon River and park system
- Historic Victorian-era downtown
- Riverside walking trails and gardens
- Excellent restaurants, cafés, and bakeries
Why it's popular
Stratford attracts visitors from across Canada and internationally for theatre productions, cultural events, culinary experiences, and its picturesque riverfront setting. Even visitors who don't attend a play often come to enjoy the downtown, parks, gardens, and food scene.
Walking, Theatre Shows, Riverfront Strolling, Shopping, Dining, Cycling, Photography, Museum Visits, Garden Exploration, Sightseeing
Hotels, Restaurants, Cafés, Public Parking, Riverfront Parks, Walking Trails, Theatres, Museums, Visitor Centre, Public Washrooms, Shopping Districts
Theatre Experience, Arts & Culture Experience, Historic Downtown Experience, Riverside Walking Experience, Culinary Experience, Weekend Getaway Experience
