Great Lakes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

My hometown, one of the best living and most multicultural cities in the world! Reflection pool at Nathan Philips Square, near Toronto City Hall. #Toronto #Canada #Ontario #reflection #CityHall #Patterns #architecture #pool #nightscape #night #NorthAmerica #arch #TroveOnTuesday #Hometown #UrbanJungle #perspectives
My hometown, one of the best living and most multicultural cities in the world! Reflection pool at Nathan Philips Square, near Toronto City Hall. #Toronto #Canada #Ontario #reflection #CityHall #Patterns #architecture #pool #nightscape #night #NorthAmerica #arch #TroveOnTuesday #Hometown #UrbanJungle #perspectives
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This is an image from back in September when I was in upstate New York visiting family. This image is of Rainbow Falls in the Watkins Glen State Park near Ithaca. It is a very popular location - tourists throng here in their hundreds to walk the various trails. As such, best advised to visit very early in the mornings. Preferably start while it's still dark. The gorge that runs along the park is extremely beautiful. At one point in time, this area was all under water and the gorge has been formed as a result of erosion of the softer layers of soil and rock. Even today, the gorge is ever changing due to the action of water. There's loads of compositions possible all along the trail but Rainbow Falls is perhaps the most well known and most photographed location in the gorge. This location truly is stunning - you have to see it with your own eyes to take in the beauty of the place. The cascading waterfall, the stone bridges, the varying colors of the water due to the reflections from the canyon walls - it all adds up to make this a truly remarkable place. Watkins Glen also used to have a street circuit for Formula 1 races. The roads are lined with flags to mark the course. In addition there's the marina and many good eating joints around town. Ithaca and Cornell are close by too. Owing to where I was staying, I had to start driving at 3 AM to make it to this place before the crowds descended. At the end of it, it was well worth it. Thank you for stopping by. #waterfall #NY #USA #WatkinsGlen #RainbowFalls #Gorge #Canyon #waterfalls #roadtrips #colorful #hiking #weekend #waterlust #roadtrip #blue #bestof5 #green #springfun #banksyNY
When in Toronto, visit a castle...seriously! Casa Loma is a castle located in the west side of Toronto. You can explore the outside as well as inside. http://www.casaloma.org/

Where to stay in Great Lakes

Downtown Chicago featuring a city

Downtown Chicago

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Chicago
Downtown Toronto showing heritage architecture, a city and an administrative building

Downtown Toronto

4.5/5(123 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like CN Tower and Rogers Centre, and jump on the metro at Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop or Dundas Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Toronto
United States of America featuring a bay or harbor, landscape views and a city

Downtown Detroit

5/5(1 area review)

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Campus Martius Park and Detroit Opera House, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Detroit
Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.

Magnificent Mile
Fallsview

Fallsview

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Are you interested in enchanting waterfalls, first-class casinos and eye-catching views? A visit to Fallsview might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Fallsview Casino and Skylon Tower.

Fallsview
The Loop - Downtown which includes a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

The Loop
Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
6455 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is AU$166 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$166
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,346 reviews)
Great so far and very great staff at the front desk.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel
Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
6361 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is AU$235 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$235
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (13,126 reviews)
Room was ready early! Check in was easy!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
The price is AU$236 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
AU$236
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (9,790 reviews)
Really interesting place, great price for the location too. Staff was very friendly.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
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One King West Hotel & Residence

One King West Hotel & Residence

4 out of 5
1 King Street West Toronto ON
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (12,075 reviews)
I always love this place. They were very lovely. I even brought my infant and he loved it!! Will be back.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

One King West Hotel & Residence
Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

4 out of 5
8 Colborne Street Toronto ON
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,253 reviews)
The room was nice and clean

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto
Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto

Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto

4 out of 5
251 Jarvis St Toronto ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions CF Toronto Eaton Centre and Scotiabank Arena are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (727 reviews)
The room was smaller than expected compared to the pictures, but overall everything went well.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto
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Popular places to visit

Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept

Michigan Avenue

5/5(5 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Michigan Avenue
Wrigley Field which includes a city, central business district and a sporting event

Wrigley Field

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Chicago’s world-renowned baseball ground, Wrigley Field is an iconic stadium where you can learn about the all-American sport and even catch a game.

Wrigley Field
CN Tower showing night scenes, a high-rise building and skyline

CN Tower

4/5(26 reviews)

Easily the best view in town and some tasty bites to enjoy up top too.

CN Tower
I hate all 3 of these rides.

Cedar Point

5/5(1 review)

Have a fun-filled day at Cedar Point and see why people love this theme park in Sandusky. Wander through the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Cedar Point
Rogers Centre which includes signage and a city

Rogers Centre

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Come to this multipurpose stadium to watch baseball matches and football games, listen to concerts of famous bands, see family shows or simply tour this central entertainment complex.

Rogers Centre
The Skylon Tower with fallsview hotels and resorts, Niagara Falls

Fallsview Casino

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Fallsview Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Niagara Falls? Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and casinos.

Fallsview Casino

Activities

LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket

LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket
Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

AU$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket

Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket

AU$48
per adult
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket
The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta

The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta

AU$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta
Exterior of hte bus.

Atlanta Comedy City Tour

AU$67
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Atlanta Comedy City Tour
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Reese Sr., and Rev. Ralph David Abernathy

Selma in Atlanta Tour

AU$37
per adult
Selma in Atlanta Tour
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