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Worried Niagara-on-the-Lake won’t engage the toddlers, kids and teens in your travel crew? Don’t give it another thought! Our Niagara-on-the-Lake Ambassadors regularly field questions from parents looking for creative ways to keep the younger members of their family entertained, and they’ve got some great tricks up their sleeves!
Fun For Children
Just add water for a splashing good time on a sunny summer Niagara-on-the-Lake day! Little ones will love cooling down in Simcoe Park’s wading pool after enjoying the park’s playground. Just down the road from Niagara-on-the-Lake, the friendly town of Virgil invites visitors to bring the kids to its Splash Pad. The outdoor recreation area also features a skate park, basketball court, baseball diamond, and soccer pitch. Drop-in swimming during the summer months is offered daily at outdoor community pools located in Niagara-on-the-Lake and St. David’s.
Fun For Teens
Paddle Niagara’s one-hour stand-up paddle board lessons are an excellent way for your family to take up a fun, new activity together. All equipment is provided and you’ll learn the basics of water safety, paddle techniques, stance, balance and board control. Virgil’s skate park is another teen-approved diversion! If you’re in Niagara-on-the-Lake for the evening, consider braving a Ghost Walk or a Ghost Tour at Fort George.
Fun For All
If you’re trying to please kids of different ages, ripping through the Niagara River’s rapids on a Whirlpool Jet Boat Tour is sure to get everyone’s adrenaline pumping! Tours depart from Queenston. Catching a family-friendly production at The Shaw Festival is another fantastic way to connect over a shared experience.
Kid-Friendly Eat-In Restaurant Options
Since keeping little stomachs full is an integral part of family travel, having a list of local kid-friendly restaurants that can get your family fed fast is a helpful hack! Best bets include Stage Coach Family Restaurant, Nina Gelateria and Pastry Shop, and Sunset Grill.
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