"The sights stand out for their splendor or quirkiness. Some are natural wonders, others are man-made. They might be tricky to find or perched so close that you'll wonder how you missed them." - Toronto Star. This revised and expanded edition of the classic guide to Ontario's most fascinating things offers local travellers and out-of-province visitors alike even more interesting, quirky and odd places to visit. Here are train rides, ferry trips, scenic roads and unusual natural and manmade attractions. The previous editions of this book have sold more than 100,000 copies. Author Ron Brown is an expert on the unusual. In his relentless quest to discover yet more of Ontario's rarities, Brown has travelled nearly everywhere in the province, and since this book's previous edition, he has been on the road again exploring. From the many places he's visited, he has selected 12 new unusual spots for this edition of Top 170 Unusual Things to See in Ontario: The Domes of Kingston; Ontario's Grandest City Hall; North America's Dry Stone Wall Capital; The Irish Fences of Amherst Island; Surprising Sarnia; an environmental success story; Tribute to a Fallen Chief; The Tecumseh Monument; The Tragedy of Jumbo; Lighting up the Night; Niagara Falls' Newest Attraction; From on High; the Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate, Guelph; From Bricks to Broccoli; Toronto's Evergreen Brickworks; Canada's Midway; Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls; Ontario's Tiniest Schoolhouse; Oshawa's "Tank Museum"; High Park's Rare Black Oak Savannahs. All destinations are updated with detailed maps that pinpoint every location, and the entries are grouped by general location. Thoroughly researched and written in an inviting style, Top 170 Unusual Things to See in Ontario offers fascinating stories with background, location and accompanying colour photographs. Most places are easy to reach from Ontario's major population centers and border American cities and towns. For those who want to see the heart and soul of Ontario, it takes a knowledgeable guide with a passion for the unusual. Ron Brown is that guide.

About the Author
Ron Brown is an award-winning author and travel writer. An authority on Ontario's geography, Brown has written more than two dozen books on ghost towns and unusual roadside attractions of Ontario, as well as on Canada's lesser-known heritage features. He has shared his stories on radio and TV, and his travel articles have been featured in numerous North American newspapers and magazines. He lives in Toronto, Ontario.

Reviews
[Review of a previous edition: ] Thoroughly researched and written in an inviting style.-- "Midland Mirror" (12/13/2012 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] [Brown] collects the very best trips from the most unexpected and surprising sights in the province.--Andrew Armitage "The Sun Times (Owen Sound, ON)" (11/2/2007 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] [Brown] has the gift of finding lots of things interesting and of them being able to write beautifully about those things.--Linda Turk "Chronicle-Journal (Thunder Bay)" (10/7/2007 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] [For] travellers who want to stay close to home but still enjoy an adventure.-- "The Ottawa Citizen" (12/15/2007 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] Brown's books are always interesting and bring to mind adventures.--Lois Cooper "Muskoka Today" (12/13/2007 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] Few people know more about Ontario's oddities than Toronto-based author Ron Brown...[and] they're almost all here in this new revised edition.--Diane Slawych "The Toronto Sun" (12/19/2007 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] From natural to man-made wonders, the book opens up strange places in the province. Beyond beaches, bustling industrial cities and crowded shopping malls, it's exciting to discover odd nooks and crannies... It includes beautiful color photographs, complete information on key locations near densely populated areas, and detailed directions.--Sammy Tuong Hoang "Culture Magazine" (8/1/2021 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] Most locations are easy to reach from Ontario's major population centres, and a few are for more adventurous explorers.-- "Northern Life" (11/16/2007 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] Most places listed in this indispensable guidebook for daytrippers, shunpikers, and Ontario loving travellers are free to enjoy... Brown's enthusiasm for storytelling shines brightly and provides almost a lifetime of exploration of treasured spots near and far from home.--Wayne Newton "London Free Press" (8/6/2016 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] Ron Brown continues to impress and entertain with his amazing finds and why you should visit them, and soon. [Review of a previous edition: ] With each succeeding edition, Top 160 Things to See in Ontario, becomes more of a must-read. Since this is the summer season for traveling and exploring, there is little doubt anyone seeking an engaging and inviting time need only open the pages of this book.-- "Shelf Life" (11/1/2014 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] The sights stand out for their splendor or quirkiness. Some are natural wonders, others are man-made. They might be tricky to find, or perched so close that you'll wonder how you missed them.... If your holidays are over and the budget is maxed out, the dog days of summer may be a perfect time to go exploring unusual spots close by.--Andrea Gordon "Toronto Star" (8/10/2012 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] The table of contents alone will make you curious to see such places as Ontario's Taj Mahal.--Jon Fear "Guelph Mercury" (12/15/2012 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] We can hope that [Brown's] efforts to celebrate Ontario's past and present wonders will attract a new generation of readers and travellers.--Linda Turk "Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal" (10/7/2007 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] Whether you currently live in Ontario, Canada or are just visiting our beautiful and unusual province, this book is a must have.-- "Amie's Book Reviews" (8/9/2016 12:00:00 AM) [Review of a previous edition: ] While the book includes some of the adventures from the author's previous books on sightseeing in Ontario, there are also new destinations.-- "ProtoView" (3/19/2015 12:00:00 AM)



Book Information
ISBN 9781990140020
Author Ron Brown
Format Paperback
Page Count 360
Imprint Boston Mills Press
Publisher Boston Mills Press
Weight(grams) 699g