The Ontario Art and Nature Tour via Toronto (Part I)

Go boating at Kempenfelt Bay or enjoy the sun in Minet's Point Beach. Head for downtown Barrie for a taste of Indian and Nepalese cuisine at Spice.

Find a quiet spot to camp in at Lake Nipissing. Let the locals tell you about the mystery of the Trout Lake Monster, a serpent-like creature said to inhabit Trout Lake.

Marvel at the several murals that can found around the city of Pembroke.

Learn about the history of Ottawa Valley pioneers at the Champlain Trail Pioneer Village and Museum.

Spider! There's a really big one lurking outside the National Gallery of Canada, which holds several rare works from artists like Francis Bacon, Salvador Dalí and Vincent van Gogh. Don't forget to visit the famous Ottawa Landmark, the Rideau Canal. This UNESCO World Heritage is perfect for picnic with families and friends. You can also rent a  canoes, kayaks and paddleboats at the Dow's Lake Pavilion. If travelling in Winter, the famous Canal turns into a huge skating rink also known as the Rideau Canal Skateway.