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 a 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!
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 Team 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! This hidden gem is a small independent bookstore full of thoughtfully displayed books and tasteful gifts.
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 and are looking for somewhere that feels like home, where you can choose to stay in bed the whole weekend? The 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 which is 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
Looking for the perfect winter wonderland in the winter, in the icy outdoor pool? Celebration Square Ice Rink, situated in the heart of Mississauga, where the glittering lights are so bright and the festive atmosphere will captivate you. When everything is icy and blue you can be there too!
Somewhere that leaves the Christmas lights up till January with a perfect Lover music video photo opportunity visit the Illumi Tunnel of Love!
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 numerous 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 like pieces into place or spring break loose. 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. Another great option is Kariya Park which has 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.
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.
The story starts when it was hot and it was summer, because for the past 5 years Lakeview Village has brought an incredible Sunflower Field experience to Mississauga! Sit on the path bench and think to yourself “Hey, isn’t this easy” where you can watch the gold rush of sunflowers fields grow right over your bare feet this cruel summer.