Oshawa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oshawa
Oshawa
Oshawa, Ontario view of Lake Ontario from the park terrace.
This was the home of R.S. McLaughlin, the Canadian Auto Baron and founder of General Motors Canada.
The Maple Syrup Festival in Oshawa, ON is mainly a local event. However, the festival is great with fresh pancakes and syrup, activities for kids and adults, and informative and interactive historical displays and activities. The festival typically occurs during March, and in Ontario, there's still snow then!

Where to stay in Oshawa

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Vanier

While Vanier isn't home to many top sights, Oshawa Centre and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vanier
Sail boat structure at the park - Thunder Bay Marina, Ontario, Canada

Stevenson

While there might not be top attractions in Stevenson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oshawa Centre and Lynde Shores Conservation Area.

Stevenson
Lakeview Sunrise

Central

While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Tribute Communities Centre and Canadian Automotive Museum.

Central
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Donevan

While Donevan isn't home to many top sights, Tribute Communities Centre and Canadian Automotive Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Donevan
Went for a drive 60-70 km from Toronto towards east and found this gem .. there are swings too!!!

Lakeview

If you're spending some time in Lakeview, Lakeview Park Beach and Lake Ontario are top sights worth seeing.

Lakeview
Explore Oshawa, Ontario with stunning drone photography. Capture striking aerial views of Lake Ontario, Lakeview Park, and Highway 400. Highlight Durham's real estate market, featuring exquisite homes

O'Neill

Though O'Neill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tribute Communities Centre and Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens.

O'Neill
Travelodge by Wyndham Oshawa Whitby

Travelodge by Wyndham Oshawa Whitby

2 out of 5
940 Champlain Avenue Oshawa ON
The price is ฿2,499 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,499
฿2,965 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oshawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (1,012 reviews)
The property was a little run down. The elevator was not working. The breakfast was not quite up to snuff.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Oshawa Whitby
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oshawa Downtown - Toronto Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oshawa Downtown - Toronto Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
67 Simcoe Street North Oshawa ON
The price is ฿3,626 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,626
฿4,302 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oshawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Clean, quiet and had everything we needed.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oshawa Downtown - Toronto Area by IHG
Spark by Hilton Oshawa

Spark by Hilton Oshawa

2.5 out of 5
605 Bloor St West Oshawa ON
The price is ฿2,268 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,268
฿2,691 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oshawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Oshawa ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (347 reviews)
Clean, spacious room. Desk staff were friendly and professional.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Spark by Hilton Oshawa
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A Very Peaceful Home

A Very Peaceful Home

2 out of 5
Oshawa ON
Stay at this holiday home in Oshawa. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Neb's Funworld and Cineplex Odeon Oshawa Cinemas are located nearby.
A Very Peaceful Home
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Popular places to visit

Went for a drive 60-70 km from Toronto towards east and found this gem #beachbound

Lakeview Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lakeview Park Beach during your trip to Oshawa?

Lakeview Park Beach
The Maple Syrup Festival in Oshawa, ON is mainly a local event. However, the festival is great with fresh pancakes and syrup, activities for kids and adults, and informative and interactive historical displays and activities. The festival typically occurs during March, and in Ontario, there's still snow then!

Purple Woods

Explore the great outdoors at Purple Woods, a lovely green space in Oshawa. Experience the area's live music or attend a hockey game.

Purple Woods

Tribute Communities Centre

Catch an event at Tribute Communities Centre during your trip to Oshawa. Experience the area's live music or attend a hockey game.

Tribute Communities Centre

Ontario Tech University

Enjoy the student vibe at Ontario Tech University as part of your travels around Oshawa.

Ontario Tech University

Oshawa Centre

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oshawa Centre during your stay in Oshawa. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Oshawa Centre

Lakeridge Health Oshawa

If Lakeridge Health Oshawa is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oshawa.

Lakeridge Health Oshawa

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