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Things to see in Erie (Canada): 8 places and when to go
Erie is a town in Canada, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (4), Wildlife (2), Architecture (1). The best known are Peace Bridge, Old Fort Erie and Strawberry Island. The best time to come is February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. In June there are 15 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 51. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Canada · 42.8933, -78.924
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (4) · Wildlife (2) · Architecture (1) · History (1) · Nature (1) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- February and May to October.
- Also possible
- November to January and March to April.
- Nearest airport
- YYZ Toronto, 104 km as the crow flies
What to see in Erie
The places in and around Erie, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Peace BridgeBridge across the Niagara River, connecting Buffalo, New York and Fort Erie, Ontario2.1 km
- Old Fort ErieFormer fortification in Ontario3 m
- Strawberry IslandIsland in the Niagara River in Erie County, New York, United States6.9 km
- Fort Erie Historical MuseumMuseum10 km
- Fort Erie Railroad MuseumMuseum3.4 km
- Niagara Railway MuseumMuseum3.7 km
- Safari NiagaraWith kids · Wildlife13 km
- St. Michael ChurchCatholic church in Fort Erie, Ontario2.9 km
When to go to Erie
The best time to visit Erie is February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:10
- FebBest time10:19
- MarPossible11:39
- AprPossible13:11
- MayBest time14:27
- JunBest time15:09
- JulBest time14:52
- AugBest time13:45
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:48
- NovPossible9:30
- DecPossible8:51
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 51. In May, 8 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to Canada in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Erie
The nearest main airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ, Toronto), 104 km as the crow flies. How to get around Canada (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Welland9 places29 km
- Niagara-on-the-Lake61 places38 km
- Beamsville52 places54 km
- Hamilton, Ontario46 places84 km
- Toronto200 places99 km
- Brantford12 places108 km
And all of Canada, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Erie?
The best known: Peace Bridge, Old Fort Erie, Strawberry Island. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Erie?
February and May to October; also possible: November to January and March to April. In June there are 15 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 51.
How do you get to Erie?
The nearest main airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 104 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Erie as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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