Vaughan

Travel Guide

Vaughan Mills Mall which includes signage and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people
Vaughan which includes a garden
Vaughan featuring a park
Vaughan featuring a park
Vaughan showing a river or creek

Known by the locals as “the city above Toronto,” this modern city has attractions, culture and nightlife to rival its larger neighbor. 

Shop for the latest clothes, sports equipment and computer gadgets, admire the work of Canada’s greatest and most influential artists or get the thrill of your life on gravity-defying rides and rushing roller coasters during a visit to Vaughan.

Set in the heart of town, Vaughan Mills Mall has over 250 stores to satisfy every kind of shopper. Find labels such as Calvin Klein and Gucci or stock up on equipment for your next sports match or fishing adventure. The food court here is also appealing, offering Asian, European and traditional American dining.

Enjoy a relaxing yet riveting afternoon at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection in Kleinburg, a short drive west of the mall. Proudly displaying only pieces from artists of native descent, the 13 exhibition spaces pay homage to the individuals and movements that have pushed the country’s art to become some of the world’s finest. Marvel at displays of Inuit and First Nations paintings along with works by Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven. Step outside into a majestic 100-acre (40-hectare) forest and wander through a sculpture garden of exquisite carvings and mesmerizing figures.

Finally, no trip to Vaughan is complete without a stop at Canada’s Wonderland on the northwestern side of town. Discover a great variety of heart-pounding roller coasters, including Behemoth and Leviathan. Slide and dive in the splash park. If you prefer something a little slower, check out a show at the Playhouse Theater and see the amazing life-size dinosaurs that move and roar with incredible realism.

Vaughan is a 40-minute drive north of central Toronto. Find many of the town’s best food outlets in the mall and along nearby Rutherford Road. You’ll find plenty of hotels available with luxurious rooms as well as simpler options for budget-minded travelers.

Where to stay in Vaughan

Kleinburg featuring a festival, music and flowers

Woodbridge

Suburban Woodbridge boasts natural preserves like Boyd Conservation Area and Kortright Centre, with Market Lane as its commercial hub. Explore Memorial Hill, Pierre Berton Library, and stroll along Woodbridge Avenue.

Woodbridge
Thornhill which includes a pond and a garden as well as an individual femail

Thornhill

4.5/5(186 area reviews)

Boasting numerous parks and three golf courses, Thornhill offers ample green spaces for relaxation. The York Farmers Market on Yonge Street provides a local shopping experience, while the Thornhill Community Centre features various recreational facilities.

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Concord

While Concord isn't home to many top sights, Canlan Ice Sports and Canada's Wonderland are some notable places to visit nearby.

Concord
Kleinburg featuring a bridge and forests as well as children

Kleinburg

Home to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection and Kortright Centre for Conservation, this village boasts heritage buildings, local shops, and restaurants along Islington Avenue. Explore attractions like Humber River Trails and Bindertwine Park.

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Beverley Glen

While there might not be top attractions in Beverley Glen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Canada's Wonderland and Vaughan Mills Mall.

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Pine Grove

Restaurants and parks are just a few things travelers like about Pine Grove. A stop by Boyd Conservation Area is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Pine Grove
Monte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites
Monte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites
3 out of 5
705 Applewood Cresent, Vaughan, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$117 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$138 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Vaughan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,771 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Monte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites
avid hotel Toronto - Vaughan Southwest by IHG
avid hotel Toronto - Vaughan Southwest by IHG
2.5 out of 5
6800 Highway 7, Vaughan, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$116 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$137 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vaughan. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,536 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay if you don’t mind a little bit of a ride into Toronto. Charleston was wonderful during our check in and entire stay."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

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Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
4 out of 5
33 Gerrard St W, Toronto, ON
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$149 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$182 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (11,600 reviews)
"Very reasonable room rate, convenient parking, with unbeatable location & on site amenities. This is a classic 3-star hotel - pleasant with clean comfortable rooms, but nothing fancy. Currently undergoing a lobby renovation - so lobby and check-in is a touch chaotic."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
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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 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,480 reviews)
"Great and consistent"

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One King West Hotel & Residence
RivetStays - The York
RivetStays - The York
3 out of 5
12 York St, Toronto, ON
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Scotiabank Arena and Ripley's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (391 reviews)
"Room contained everything you woud need. Only suggestion would be chairs on balcony to sit outside.Communication was excellent, quick responses."

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Life Suites Loft - CN Tower
Life Suites Loft - CN Tower
4.5 out of 5
20 John Street, Toronto, ON
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,266 reviews)
"Great location! Place had everything we needed, except for laundry detergent. Very clean and nice stay."

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Life Suites Loft - CN Tower
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Reviews of Vaughan

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 10%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Vaughn is a nice and clean place.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It was a nice town to travel to, as we had a hockey tournament for a full day at a rink, but spent a second day to site-see. The rush hour traffic was a little intense in the city around 5pm, but that is expected in any city. We would go back again.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Best part of GTA hands down

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lots of shopping and seemed like a safe area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I loved the scenery and the fact that l was able to be myself throughout my stay there

5/5 - Excellent

John

Great food!

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