Oakville is a sprawling town on the shores of Lake Ontario and the edge of the GTA, and the perfect destination for a group trip with friends, colleagues, kids or family. With plenty of outdoor activities, a wide variety of museums, a bustling art scene and tons of classes to offer, Oakville is the perfect place to spend a day.
Top activities for your next group trip
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Make it a golf day
Take your golf group out to learn more about the sport at the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame then to hit a few holes at the Glen Abbey Golf Club. This golf themed day trip is perfect for both the casual fan and a more experienced player.
The Hall of Fame hosts both a museum showcasing historic golf displays and a hall honouring inductees who include past players, coaches, course architects and many others who have contributed to the game.
At the Glen Abbey Golf Club players in your group can hit some balls at one of the most famous golf courses in the country, the Jack Nicklaus golf course. This course has hosted 25 Canadian Open Championships, and offers a golf academy perfect for newer players.
The on-site restaurant is also a great place to have lunch together, and has a popular Sunday bunch!
Have fun with the kids
If you are planning a group trip in Oakville for kids, there are many great destinations to choose from. Two top options are The Little Gym of Oakville and Bricks 4 Kids. Both programs are centered on creating a fun and friendly environment for kids, and will make the perfect day trip for your group.
Take a class
Taking a local class is a great option for a group trip in Oakville. Arrange for a group photography class, something art related like a painting class or a creative writing class or even a cooking class!
Head downtown
Old Oakville sits on the shores of Lake Ontario and is a great place for a group to explore. Though this neighbourhood is Oakville’s downtown, the historic buildings and old town feel make it feel much trendier and more relaxed than a typical downtown core. Lined with great restaurants, cute shops and several bars, the streets of Old Oakville will keep your group entertained all day.
Visit a museum
Host to several different museums, Oakville is the perfect destination for your cultured group trip. Hire a bus and driver to take you to a few of the museums around town for an easy to plan day trip to Oakville. Your group can learn about the history of the towns’ founders at the Erchless Estate, learn about golf history at the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame, learn about printing history at the Howard Iron Works Museum or about Oakville’s role in the underground railway at the Oakville Museum.
Spend a day outdoors
With plenty of greenspace and trails around and in Oakville, taking a group trip to spend a day enjoying the outdoors is the perfect activity in any season. Walking, biking or skiing groups will love the chance to explore a piece of the Trans Canada Trail or Bronte Creek Provincial Park, or opt to extend your day trip to an overnight at the on site camp ground!
The Royal Botanical Garden offers over 11 square kilometers of gardens to explore, and Lion’s Valley Park is the perfect place to see the leaves turn in fall or the spring blooms open after a long winter.
Bronte Harbour offers a great view of the harbour and a village full of local shops, boutiques and restaurants perfect for an afternoon of wandering.
Make Oakville your next group trip destination
Only 30 minutes from Toronto, Oakville is the perfect choice for a group trip. Whether you have a group of kids or adults, there are plenty of things to entertain your group. All you have to do is hire the bus, and let your driver worry about getting you there safely!
