Burlington has many wonderful attractions and scenic points to see while visiting the city, many without entrance fees which are noted as Free.

• Beachway Park - beautiful sand beach for swimming, boating with seasonal snack bar, outdoor showers, washrooms, playground, pwc ramp and trails/cycle paths. Free
• Burlington Art Centre – exhibitions of Canadian art, crafts including a collection of Canadian contemporary ceramic art. Art Etc. gift shop. Free
• Bronte Provincial Park – features skating, skiing and tobogganing in winter, Spruce Lane Farm, play barn, hiking trails, camping, swimming in spring/summer.
• Central Park Labyrinth – Relax, and reduce stress by walking this eleven-circuit, wheelchair accessible labyrinth that is patterned after the labyrinth at the Chartres Cathedral in France. Free
• Ireland House at Oakridge Farm – living history museum restored to reflect farm life over four generations. Tours, educational programs and events.
• Joseph Brant Museum – replica of Joseph Brant Homestead offering tours, educational programs and events.
• Kerncliff Park– former quarry property on Niagara Escarpment with walking trails, boardwalk over wetland, majestic views of city, bird-nesting area. Free
• LaSalle Park Marina and Walking trails – beautiful views of the Hamilton skyline and Burlington Skyway Bridge. Fish from the pier, watch sailboats racing in the bay, walk the trails up to LaSalle Park Pavilion. From mid December until early March see one of few locations in Ontario where trumpeter swans visit each winter. Free
• Lowville Park – Bronte Creek meanders through this picturesque rural park that features many picnic areas, trails, and an old school house. Free
• Magnetic Hill – one of the only naturally occurring magnetic hills in Canada. Located in rural section of King Rd. Free
• Mount Nemo – pristine cliffs with old growth forests, ancient cedars and spectacular views of Lake Ontario and Toronto. 5 km of hiking trails.
• Paletta Lakefront Park and Mansion – self guided walking tour on discovery trail through estate property. Restored mansion perfect for meetings and banquets in wonderful waterfront setting, art and environmental centre, and dollhouse. Free
• Royal Botanical Gardens – world-renowned attraction featuring 2700 acres of breathtaking gardens and spectacular nature sanctuaries. Restaurants and gift shop.
• Walking Tour Burlington Downtown (PDF) – starting at City Hall take a step back in time viewing historic homes, churches and businesses on this self-guided tour. Free
• Waterfront Trail – 23 km trail along Burlington’s beautiful waterfront. On road trails along tree-lined streets with upscale residential properties. Off road trails through waterfront parks with wonderful lake views. Free
• The Waterfront at Downtown Burlington – experience the energy of a seven foot tornado, explore weather changes and evening skies at Discovery Landing. Enjoy the Dofasco Waterjet Plaza, sail model boats or skate at Rotary Centennial Pond. Brant St. Pier under construction. Free