Local Recommendations by The Dream Concierge

The Lake Erie

North Shore Guide

Take a Look through the LENS

The Lake Erie North Shore is where small-town charm meets wide-open water. Stretching along Ontario’s southern edge, this region is made for unhurried days and spontaneous detours. One moment you’re walking a quiet beach or following a shaded trail through a conservation area, the next you’re sipping estate wine by the vines or tasting craft beer in a converted warehouse.

It’s a place that rewards curiosity. Local shops and galleries are tucked into historic main streets. Family-run restaurants and farm-to-table kitchens bring out the best of the season. Museums and theatres offer cultural stops between afternoons on the sand or mornings on the water. Whether you’re here for a weekend or just a drive, there’s always something new around the bend.

This guide pulls it all together—parks and beaches for fresh air, wineries and breweries for a glass well-poured, restaurants and shops for a taste of local life, and spas and services for a little reset. Use the gallery to filter, explore, and plan your own way into the rhythm of the North Shore.

Things to do and see
Parks
Trails
Beaches
Marinas
Splash Pads
Golf
Museums
Theatres

Point Pelee National Park

At the southernmost point of the Canadian mainland – Point Pelee National Park, experience nature like never before. Whether you cycle, paddle, or hike Canada’s second smallest and most ecologically diverse national park, you’ll be immersed in an unforgettable eco-adventure.

Seacliff Park & Beach

Seacliff Park is home to Leamington’s tomato splash pad, a state-of-the-art Ampitheatre overlooking Lake Erie, two basketball courts, beach volleyball courts, and a boardwalk. Access to a pavilion with barbeque, picnic tables and washrooms. Fully accessible parking and entry.

Mersea Park

Mersea Park is a 13-acre greenspace located along Point Pelee Drive adjacent to Lake Erie. One of Leamington’s oldest parks and continues to be a hub for outdoor activities, offering brand new playground and splash pad, baseball fields, picnic shelters, and washroom facilities

Lakeside Park

Lakeside Park is a 6.5-hectare oasis, established in 1907. This park is complete with walking paths, playground, splash pad, picnic pavilion, and spectacular lakeside gardens. The cobblestone bridge over mill creek was built in 1928. The interior has large stone pillars and open-air design, highlighting its delightful historic and remarkable architectural features.

The Chrysler Greenway

The Chrysler Canada Greenway runs south from Oldcastle, a suburb of Windsor, turning East at Harrow, and ends in Ruthven.

Hillman Marsh

With 5 kilometres of trails around this precious marshland habitat, Hillman Marsh is adjacent to Lake Erie and features walking trails, a nature centre, washrooms and viewing towers. A birding trail borders 87 acres of unique Shorebird Habitat where water levels are actively managed to create mudflats, providing outstanding viewing opportunities.

Kopegaron Woods

Take a hike along one of the most beautiful forest boardwalk trails in the region. While exploring this 19 hectare Carolinian woodland, you’ll see Tulip-tree, Sassafras, Black Gum, Sycamore and Flowering Dogwood trees, as well as wildflowers such as Trillium, Jack-in-the-pulpit, May Apple, Spring Beauty and Columbine, to mention just a few.

Cedar Beach

Cedar Beach is a popular sandy spot for swimming, sunbathing and relaxing. It is on Lake Erie at the mouth of Cedar Creek, and is a enjoyed by many fishermen. Pack your cooler with cold drinks and some snacks and enjoy a beach day!

Cedar Creek Boat Launch

Canoeing or kayaking can be a great way to explore this Conservation Area. Launch from the dock and head upstream for a magical journey meandering through the trees and Carolinian foliage, or head downstream to enjoy the widening expanse of water as you approach Cedar Beach Conservation Area.

John R Park Homestead

Go back in time to 1850 at John R Park Homestead. The Museum and Conservation Centre is open 11:00am – 5:00pm, Thursday through Sunday, and will be closed during the month of January. The grounds are open for walk-through enjoyment dawn to dusk, daily.

Holiday Beach Conservation Area

Holiday Beach offers a long sandy beach on the Lake Erie shoreline, plus many other amenities. It is ideal for a day at the beach, a beautiful picnic. Amenities include washrooms, large shady picnic areas, a playground, nature trails, a boardwalk, and a three storey observation tower. Entry fee $12/car

Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village

Situated on a 100 acre site housing one of the largest transportation museums in Ontario, a Heritage Village with over 20 buildings dating from 1700s-1920s, the only Ambulance museum in Canada, and a 50s themed diner.

Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary

The foundation is dedicated to the conservation legacy of Jack Miner offering a sanctuary for migratory birds in a natural, educational, heritage environment for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future generations.

Kennedy Woods

Each season, the Kennedy Woods trails offer beautiful and unique views of the local wildlife, making them a haven for hikers, a bird watcher’s joy and a photographer’s dream. This extraordinary woodland is a fantastic place to watch the spring and fall bird migration as well as hear the call of the owls as they awake at night.

Leamington Arts Centre

The LAC presents a changing calendar of up to 30 diverse exhibitions each year and is home to the notable Henry collection and the LAC permanent collection, collectively comprising of over 600 Canadian, international, historical, and contemporary works of art.

The Carnegie Arts & Visitors Centre

The Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre is Kingsville’s tourist centre and art gallery in downtown Kingsville.

Cedar Island Marina

Cedar Island Marina is on Lake Erie, located at 599 Cedar Island Drive, off Heritage Road in Kingsville. The facility has washrooms, water, power, boat slips and a boat launch.

Leamington Marina

Leamington Marina is a deep water, premier marina located in South West Ontario on beautiful Lake Erie. With 292 slips the Leamington Marina can offer any size dock – from personal water crafts to vessels over 75 feet.

Colchester Harbour

Located on the north shore of Lake Erie, Colchester Harbour is a busy fishing and boating location. Dubbed the Walleye Capital of Canada in 2007, the harbour also plays host to the Guardian Marine Rescue, an all-volunteer Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Search and Rescue unit.

Erie Shores Golf & Country Club

A beautifully manicured championship golf course right on the shores of Lake Erie!

Kingsville Golf & Country Club

Celebrating its 100th year in 2025, Kingsville Golf & Country Club is planning a roster of events for the upcoming season. Enjoy a cold one on the Clubhouse patio after your round and stick around to try something delicious off the Clubhouse menu!

The Bank Theatre

Providing the community with top-notch live performances, arts and culture events, The Bank Theatre aims to revitalize the Municipality of Leamington’s uptown core with a vibrant, viable, state-of-the-art performance facility.
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From the Farm
Produce
Wine
Beer
Hard Cider
Onsite Restaurant

Oxley Estate Winery

Muscedere Vineyards

Kingscoast Estate Winery

Kingscoast Estate Winery is Essex County’s newest winery and event venue, blending contemporary design with stunning vineyard views. Enjoy tastings in the glass-walled lounge, relax on the spacious patio overlooking the vines and pond, and pair locally inspired dishes with estate-grown wines. A premier setting for weddings, celebrations, and special events along the Lake Erie North Shore wine route.

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery

Aleksander Estate Winery

Viewpoint Estate Winery

Paglione Estate Winery

Erie Shore Winery vineyard with wine being poured into branded glasses on a crate.

Erie Shore Vineyard

Vivace Estate Winery

North 42 Degrees Estate Winery & Bistro 42

Colio Estate Winery

Dancing Swallows Vineyard

Mastronardi Estate Winery

Wagner Orchards & Estate Winery

Wander through the orchards and sip on a light and crisp hard cider, or stop and pick up a growler to go.

Carolinia Cider Co.

Charming small batch cider made on site of a local farm stand favourite, The Fruit Wagon.

The Little Cider Company

Coming from generations of farming this cidery offers up cider made in the old-world tradition.

Banded Goose Brewery & Taproom

Craft beer in a relaxed atmosphere, a tasty pub food by the Black Jack food truck.

Delicious pub food and beer flights at the Grove Brewing Company

The Grove Brewhouse

Locally focused and award winning craft beer and fine fare made with high quality local ingredients.

GL Heritage Brewing Co. taproom bartender pouring craft beer

GL Heritage Brewing Company

Built on a century farm, this brewery is built on the down to earth values: Family, friends and good times com first.

The Beerded Dog Brewing Co

The perfect spot to stop for a cold one in the quaint town of Harrow.

Sun Rise Farms

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Places to Eat
Leamington
Kingsville
Harrow
Colchester
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Comfort Food
Fine Dining
Cultural Cuisine
Pub Fare
Coffee

Sonia’s Catering & Banquet Hall

El Diablo

El Diablo is not a traditional Mexican restaurant, but instead a spot to enjoy delicious tacos, globally inspired food and hand crafted cocktails. El Diablo consistently delivers a unique dining experience, while working together with community partners using local ingredients.

Eclectic Love Brunch

Your destination for a vibrant and wholesome brunch experience. Enjoy delicious, premium dishes made with care using only high-quality ingredients, fats and oils, ensuring every bite is as nourishing as it is delightful.

Fish and chip dinner and a glass of white wine as served at Crave Family Grill

Crave Family Grill & Pub

Elite Restaurant

Premier fine dining with a stunning roof top patio.

colsanti's tropical garden hamburger and fries

Colasanti's

Dine-in or take-out! Colsanti’s is known locally for their delicious Broaster Chicken family dinners, creative monthly specials, and their iconic donuts and peach juice!

Thirteen At the Inn

Thirteen at the Inn (in the Seacliffe Inn, Leamington) offers a seasonally rotating menu of locally‑sourced shared plates, hearty soups & salads, and indulgent mains like AAA Canadian steaks, ahi tuna, Alaskan salmon, lamb rack—elegant, fresh, and inviting. Also a great place to enjoy a few cocktails on the lakeview patio.

Burgess Refreshments

Burgess Refreshments is a Leamington tradition operating seasonally at the foot of the Leamington dock since 1946. Serving up a long menu of flavors of ice cream, burgers, hot dogs, chicken wraps and MORE!

Lakeside Bakery

A true artisan bakery offering breakfast, lunch, an open market, and a gourmet deli. Enjoy: Fresh bread, Cakes + Pastries, Soup + Sandwiches, Specialty Coffee + more

Red Lantern Coffee Co.

Retail Shop and coffee bar. Small batch specialty coffee roaster and coffee shop in Kingsville Ontario. Coffee roaster Red Lantern Coffee Co.

Places to Shop
Garden Centre
Home Goods
Clothing Boutique
Antiques
Gifts
Leamington
Kingsville

Ruthven Nursery

Ruthven Nursery is a family owned and operated business. Selling locally grown plant, hard goods, and outdoor furniture and giftware. The Nursery transforms into a Christmas wonderland from November-January.

Legacy Auctions & Retail

Spend hours browsing their wide selection of Antiques & Collectibles.

Paisley Dreamer

This unique boutique is an artists haven! Clothing, gifts, and inspiring art with a whimsical one-of-a-kind theme. The perfect place for the mystical soul.

Vita Mia: home goods, design services, and gifts

Vita Mia Inspired Designs

“Vita Mia is a philosophy of life and home-rooted in a deep love for crafting spaces that feel like you in the truest sense.”

A great spot for inspired homes goods and gifts!

Windblown & Weathered Studio, Gallery, Shoppe

Where everything has a story.

A one of a kind shoppe featuring original artwork and fashion made in Kingsville, artisan works from around the world, gifts, accessories and decor.

The Bendig Company

The answer for your gift giving whims!

The Local Maker

YQG Handmade artisan gift shop featuring 25 local artists and makers.

Southern Chaarmzz Boutique

Effortlessly chic fashion essentials for a timeless wardrobe. A place you can come to explore your inner charm!

Anna's Garden, Home & Wellness

Garden centre and retail shop with a mission to inspire others to live a beautiful & healthy life, both inside and outside of their home.

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Services
Tours
Watersport Rentals
Salons & Spas
Grocery Delivery
Taxi
Dry Cleaners

Unconquered Wine Tours

Cruise coastal vineyards in vintage style throughout the year! Journey along the scenic Lake Erie coastline astride a vintage electric bike or within a chauffeured shuttle and fall in love with Canada’s southernmost region! Enjoy award-winning wines at premier estate wineries. Pack your sunscreen and bring your friends! Visit multiple wineries and heritage sites for tastings and culinary delights along the way.

Somewhere Else Experience

Water Sport Rentals: Embark on a tranquil stand-up paddleboard adventure on the serene waters of Canada’s Southernmost Creek. Effortlessly maneuver your kayak through the serene waters, mirroring the majestic glide of a bald eagle soaring gracefully overhead. Navigate your canoe gracefully through Cedar Creek, enveloped by the exquisite allure of the Carolinian woodlands.

Estate of Health

Slow down, tap into the rhythms of nature and find your happy place at Estate of Health Holistic Wellness Centre. Explore their menu of Reserve your spot in the Day Spa and enjoy the cedar sauna and hydrotherapy circuit.

Lavendar Spa & Boutique

Escape the demands of everyday life and indulge in pure tranquility. For over a decade, we have been dedicated to providing the Leamington community with exceptional aesthetic treatments, blending time-honored techniques with the latest innovations to nurture your well-being and restore your inner glow.

Polished Nail Boutique

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Pelee Island Local Recommendations Day Trip Guide

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Walkable to Ferry
2 or 4 Wheels Required
Points of Interest
Shopping
Food & Beverage

One of a Kind Pelee Art & Collectibles

Located next to Pelee Island Coneheads Ice Cream in the little yellow house. We offer a local shopping experience featuring more than 30 island artisans and their unique island-made creations! Conveniently located near the Ferry Terminal, be sure to grab a unique ONE OF A KIND Pelee creation!

Pelee Island Coneheads: Cool Treats, Tasty Eats & Mini Golf

Canada’s Southernmost hard ice cream shop! With more than 20 years of experience in providing cool island treats, hospitable service, and island information, this year we are expanding our food options! You can now bring the family to pass some island-time on our 9-hole mini-putt course!

The Food Shack

Welcome to The Food Shack! Pelee Island’s north end food truck! Located right on the water near the municipal marina, we’re just a short boat ride from Kingsville or Leamington. Stop by for delicious pizza, wings, tacos, smoothies and breakfast favourites, served daily from 8am to 8pm. Whether you’re fueling up for a day of adventure or winding down by the lake, we’ve got something tasty waiting for you!

The Shack Shop

Visit the north end souvenir shop on Pelee Island! Located steps from the marina and right by the water, our cozy little shop offers a curated selection of Pelee Island souvenirs and unique clothing. Discover the popular Pure Pelee brand along with other island-inspired items perfect for remembering your visit. We’ve got you covered if you are looking for a keepsake or something fun to wear!

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Take a Look through the LENS

Point Pelee National Park

Seacliff Park & Beach

Mersea Park

Lakeside Park

The Chrysler Greenway

Hillman Marsh

Kopegaron Woods

Cedar Beach

Cedar Creek Boat Launch

John R Park Homestead

Holiday Beach Conservation Area

Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village

Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary

Kennedy Woods

Leamington Arts Centre

The Carnegie Arts & Visitors Centre

Cedar Island Marina

Leamington Marina

Colchester Harbour

Erie Shores Golf & Country Club

Kingsville Golf & Country Club

The Bank Theatre

Oxley Estate Winery

Muscedere Vineyards

Kingscoast Estate Winery

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery

Aleksander Estate Winery

Viewpoint Estate Winery

Paglione Estate Winery

Erie Shore Vineyard

Vivace Estate Winery

North 42 Degrees Estate Winery & Bistro 42

Colio Estate Winery

Dancing Swallows Vineyard

Mastronardi Estate Winery

Wagner Orchards & Estate Winery

Carolinia Cider Co.

The Little Cider Company

Banded Goose Brewery & Taproom

The Grove Brewhouse

GL Heritage Brewing Company

The Beerded Dog Brewing Co

Sun Rise Farms

Your Business Here!

Sonia’s Catering & Banquet Hall

El Diablo

Eclectic Love Brunch

Crave Family Grill & Pub

Elite Restaurant

Colasanti's

Thirteen At the Inn

Burgess Refreshments

Lakeside Bakery

Red Lantern Coffee Co.

Ruthven Nursery

Legacy Auctions & Retail

Paisley Dreamer

Vita Mia Inspired Designs

Windblown & Weathered Studio, Gallery, Shoppe

The Bendig Company

The Local Maker

Southern Chaarmzz Boutique

Anna's Garden, Home & Wellness

Your Business Here!

Unconquered Wine Tours

Somewhere Else Experience

Estate of Health

Lavendar Spa & Boutique

Polished Nail Boutique

Your Business Here!

Pelee Island Local Recommendations Day Trip Guide

One of a Kind Pelee Art & Collectibles

Pelee Island Coneheads: Cool Treats, Tasty Eats & Mini Golf

The Food Shack

The Shack Shop

Your Business Here!

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