Great Lakes Travel Guide

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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
A helicopter view of Canada's Parliament. Canada's Aviation and Space Museum offers helicopter rides over downtown Ottawa and the Gatineau Park. Definitely worth the splurge! #architecture

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(483 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

4/5(9 area reviews)

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
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
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
The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(187 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
Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto

Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto

4 out of 5
30 Widmer St Toronto ON
The price is ฿4,892 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿4,892
฿5,998 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions CN Tower and Rogers Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,998 reviews)
Nice bed very clean and great breakfast!

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
The price is ฿4,754 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
฿4,754
฿5,581 total
27 Mar - 28 Mar
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! (9,888 reviews)
Kind staff and a nice view of the city, close to a ton of things in the area!

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
6455 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is ฿2,949 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿2,949
฿3,869 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,555 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel
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Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,166 reviews)
clean room, great friendly staff rooms a bit dated but clean

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,344 reviews)
The rooms were spacious , clean and the location of the hotel was perfect !

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE Chicago IL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,095 reviews)
Easy check in and out. Great location, apartments, and amenities.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sentral Michigan Avenue
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Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field featuring a city, a sporting event and city views

Wrigley Field

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

Wrigley Field
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

4.5/5(14 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
CN Tower featuring modern architecture, a city and a high-rise building

CN Tower

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Take the glass elevator to the lookout points on Toronto’s iconic landmark to enjoy views as far as Niagara Falls or have dinner in high style.

CN Tower
Rogers Centre which includes signage and a city

Rogers Centre

4.5/5(61 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
Cedar Point Ferris Wheel

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
Navy Pier featuring a sunset and rides

Navy Pier

4/5(125 reviews)

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

Navy Pier

Things to do

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

฿692
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
Illuminarium Atlanta

Illuminarium Atlanta

฿1,114
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Illuminarium Atlanta
Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

฿525
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo

World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo

฿1,560
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Reese Sr., and Rev. Ralph David Abernathy

Selma in Atlanta Tour

฿777
per adult
Selma in Atlanta Tour
The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta

The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta

฿1,421
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta
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