Best Day Trip Destinations For Babies (Around The GTA)

08/02/2012

Heidi Hartmann, a busy mom of two and writer for Fun Ontario shares her favourite day trip ideas around the GTA.

Toronto Zoo
• Family Centre with baby change area and nursing station.
Riverdale Farm
• free and lots of kid-friendly animals to see. Plus great homemade cookies!
Ontario Science Centre
• Great sections for toddlers to young children: Microkids, Soakcity, and Kidspark area.
Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory
• Stroller-friendly, educational and enchanting for kids.
Niagara Butterfly Conservatory
• Stroller-friendly, educational and enchanting for kids.
Safari Niagara
• Great little zoo that’s more manageable for younger children
Bronte Provincial Park (Burlington)
• Lots to do including a Fun Play Barn, easy nature trails, farm animals, pool, historical and educational exhibits
Bruce Museum
• Great museum with new and interesting exhibits aimed at children each year.
Storybook Village (London)
• Cute amusement park for kids to explore and discover their favorite fairy tales. Plus ride the train and carousel!
Visit a Farm – always fun no matter what age.
• Springridge Farm (Milton)
• Downey’s Farm (Brampton)
• Chappell Farms (Barrie)
• Puck’s Farm (Schomberg)
• Puddicombe Estate Farms and Winery (Winona)

What are some of your favourite destinations?  Please leave a comment below!