Welcome to Mississauga, it’s been waiting for you! Grab your passports and our hands, here’s a Swiftie’s guide to the city. No matter what era of life you’re in, Mississauga has something for you!
Music & Entertainment
Whether you’re a cowboy like me or prefer to shake it off dancing like you’re 22, the Living Arts Centre hosts some of the world’s most talented performers including big names performing everything from music to comedy.
Are you looking for a little more excitement? Challenge yourself with a rock climbing adventure at Hub Climbing that can sometimes feel treacherous where you can embrace the thrill and excitement of climbing to new heights.
For the full getaway (car) experience, visit Mississauga’s K1 Speed Karting Academy to kick off your race car driving career from some of the best professional racers in the business!
Close your eyes and find yourself somewhere else just like magic as you explore the mysteries hiding around every corner of MiMuseum, where nothing’s as it seems.
Food & Drinks
Spend your Wednesday in a cafe in Streetsville with an abundance of cafes hidden in its historic streets. Whether you’re reminiscing about the other day while having coffee all alone, or with the ladies lunching, these cafes are the perfect spot for your day to begin again!
Want to live out your Romeo and Juliet fantasy? Visit La Castile, an opulent spot where you can have a formal meal in a castle-like space with a warm and rustic interior design that will make you feel cozy even on the coldest nights.
Whether you’re having sweet tea in the summer or warming up from what seems like forever winter, head to Streetsville for a cozy afternoon enjoying the Harvest Tea at The Tea Room located in a beautiful heritage building, The Robinson Bray House. Soak in the setting and the picturesque downtown views while you dine on seasonal delights.
For a sweet nothing, Daddy O Doughnuts is the perfect spot for those who want to indulge in doughnuts that are both delicious and photo-worthy!
Looking to grab a drink at downtown bars or dive bars on the east side? Mississauga has all you need! Step into the world of speakeasies at the cozy and stylish whiskey bar Door FiftyFive offering a wide selection of craft cocktails and an extensive whiskey menu.
If you’re looking to meet up Tuesday night for dinner and a glass of wine or to share rosé with your chosen family, Mississauga’s local vineyards and wineries have a variety of tasting experiences at locations such as The Wine Shop and Tasting Room.
Shopping
If you’ve read all of the books beside your bed, consider visiting The Book Wardrobe to feel so Gatsby, or find the story of a romance torn apart by fate. This hidden gem is a small independent bookstore full of thoughtfully displayed books and tasteful gifts.
If you head to Lakeshore Road West, down the block there’s an antique shop, The Barn, where you can feel timeless as you browse through precious things that time forgot.
Meet us behind the mall at Square One Shopping Centre where you’ll find 330 stores and restaurants. Here you can spin like a girl in a brand new dress or feel like the man with their vast assortment of clothing stores.
Hotels & Spas
Do you need to calm down or polish up real nice? Looking for somewhere that feels like home, where you can choose to stay in bed the whole weekend? Newly revamped and reopened, The Spa at the Glenerin Inn is ideal for a special occasion, particularly a weekend away, offering a stunning historic setting among wooded grounds, so your spa day will genuinely feel like an escape.
Another relaxing thought includes the various other spa experiences available in Mississauga such as the Body & Soul Day Spa, the perfect place to bring your lover to let go of your champagne problems, the Sherwood Village Wellness Spa where you can take a deep breath as you walk in the door for a shorter treatment, or the Salt Palace full of salt air where you can absorb it’s detoxifying benefits!
Seasonal & Outdoors
Want to dance under sparkling lights? Explore the enchanted universes at Illumi, where the glittering lights are so bright, you’ll be wonderstruck by the whimsical ambiance. Following its Halloween displays in October, Illumi gets decked out for the holidays and leaves the Christmas lights up till January for a magical winter experience with a dazzling haze.
Looking to spend time in nature to hide away and find your piece of mind? For those who don’t wish to come out of the woods, Mississauga has dozens of scenic hiking trails. In the Rattray Marsh Conservation Area and the Riverwood Conservancy, depending on the season, you can watch the autumn leaves fall down. At the Riverwood Conservancy, you’ll enjoy views of native flora and fauna, ponds, outdoor art, curated gardens and heritage buildings across the expansive and ecologically diverse grounds.
If you want to visit the lakes, Adamson Estate provides the perfect experience with a beautiful backdrop that will leave you enchanted.
Want to take pictures in your mind – or to hang on your wall? Kariya Park has some of Mississauga’s most scenic sights, including a pond where ducks swim the day away under the Japanese cherry trees, and an architecturally intricate pavilion, with every spot being completely photographable so you can hold on to the memories.
No need to sneak in through the garden gate; stroll through one of Mississauga’s many gardens, such as the Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens and the many beautiful plots at the Riverwood Conservancy.
For the ultimate in chill Autumn vibes, sit on the path bench at Lakefront Promenade Park in picturesque Port Credit and think to yourself “Hey, isn’t this easy” as you watch the sun go down on the boats in the water.