Mississauga Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mississauga
Mississauga showing modern architecture and signage
Mississauga Civic Centre which includes interior views, modern architecture and an administrative building
Mississauga
Mississauga Civic Centre

A wide range of attractions including spectacular artwork, historic streets and pristine gardens make this one of Toronto’s most appealing suburbs.

Start your visit to the lively suburb of Mississauga at Celebration Square. Along with several bars and cafés, another main attraction is the impressive Civic Centre. This houses a gym and restaurant as well as the Art Gallery of Mississauga on the ground level. View modern and contemporary works from international artists as well as talented people from the community.

See additional paintings and sculptures at the Living Arts Centre across the street. Return in the evening to enjoy a show at one of the two theatres. Performances cater for a variety of tastes with modern musicals, orchestra and comedy nights.

The town has a delightful waterfront, especially that located in and around Port Credit, a short bus ride southeast. Walk down elegant streets of antique furniture and clothing stores and have a delicious fresh pastry or doughnut from one of the family bakeries here. Take an evening stroll through Memorial Park and admire the boats in the marina before having dinner near the lake.

For a break from the bustling streets and squares, meander around some of the city’s extensive parkland. Sit under a tree in J.C. Saddington Park and gaze out across Lake Ontario or recharge your mind and body in the tranquil Kariya Park Japanese Gardens, a 10-minute walk east of the town centre.

Enjoy superb fishing conditions at Credit River, with abundant stocks of chinook, pink and Atlantic salmon. Play golf at Lakeview Golf Course near the water or BraeBen Golf Course farther west, both offering 18-hole courses.

During summer and autumn the city hosts several festivals. The Waterfront and Bread & Honey festivals both happen in June before the annual celebration of jazz and blues music in mid-September.

Mississauga is a 30-minute drive west of central Toronto. The city’s neighbourhoods have a variety of restaurants, with particularly good Korean, Chinese and Indian food available. Stay in a hotel in the heart of town or find an apartment overlooking the lake.

Where to stay in Mississauga

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Northeast Mississauga

3.5/5(36 area reviews)

Northeast Mississauga is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada, a top place to visit in the area.

Northeast Mississauga
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Port Credit

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Waterfront views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Port Credit. Check out Lake Ontario or Port Credit Harbour Marina while you're exploring the area.

Port Credit
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Gateway

4/5(12 area reviews)

Gateway is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Paramount Fine Foods Centre and Heartland Town Centre while in the area.

Gateway
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Hurontario

Hurontario is well liked for its bars and lake views. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Square One Shopping Centre and Living Arts Centre are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Hurontario
Toronto featuring music, a festival and performance art

Downtown Mississauga

4/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Mississauga is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Square One Shopping Centre or Living Arts Centre.

Downtown Mississauga
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Lakeview

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Lakeview. You might want to make time for a stop at Dixie Outlet Mall or Lake Ontario.

Lakeview
Hilton Garden Inn Toronto - Mississauga
Hilton Garden Inn Toronto - Mississauga
3.5 out of 5
100 Traders Boulevard, Mississauga, ON
The price is £96 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£96
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Mississauga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,066 reviews)
"The hotel was great. If you have a car rental or just a car, there is free parking and close to about everything you might need for your stay. The hotel room was nice and clean. I got a king size bed and it was amazing! Air conditioning was quiet and the room size was great. I would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Toronto - Mississauga
Quality Inn & Suites - Toronto West
Quality Inn & Suites - Toronto West
2.5 out of 5
5585 Ambler Dr, Mississauga, ON
The price is £80 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£80
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mississauga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,003 reviews)
"I like the size of our bed and the aircon was working well when it was very hot."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Quality Inn & Suites - Toronto West
Holiday Inn Mississauga Toronto West by IHG
Holiday Inn Mississauga Toronto West by IHG
3 out of 5
100 Britannia Rd E, Mississauga, ON
Fully refundable
The price is £85 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£85
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mississauga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Help and fix the problem"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Mississauga Toronto West by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Brand New Modern Luxury 2 Bedroom 2.5bath Townhouse
Brand New Modern Luxury 2 Bedroom 2.5bath Townhouse
Mississauga, ON
Stay at this holiday home in Mississauga. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Square One Shopping Centre ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Review
"Very accommodating and great location."

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Brand New Modern Luxury 2 Bedroom 2.5bath Townhouse
LAKESHORE Port Credit Is One Of The Few Truly Walk Able area In Mississauga.
LAKESHORE Port Credit Is One Of The Few Truly Walk Able area In Mississauga.
Mississauga, ON
Stay at this holiday home in Mississauga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Square One Shopping Centre and Dixie Outlet Mall ...
9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
Clean and simple
"This property has anything you need and close enough to the lake to walk, along with a park by the building for kids."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

LAKESHORE Port Credit Is One Of The Few Truly Walk Able area In Mississauga.
LakeView 2BR: Easy Access & Modern Comfort
LakeView 2BR: Easy Access & Modern Comfort
Mississauga, ON
Stay at this apartment in Mississauga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Square One Shopping Centre and Dixie ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
Excellent accommodation
"Excellent accommodation, very close to our conference, prompt response from the Lanlord..Will definitely stay here again !"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

LakeView 2BR: Easy Access & Modern Comfort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Mississauga

3.8
Guest rating
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7
5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 37%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Only stayed overnight as stopover so didn't leave the hotel

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

I use to live in Mississauga so it was a shock to see how much had changed in 15 years. Will be back again soon.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Just another big city, very generic.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Canadians are very obliging and helpful to tourists.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Convenient for airport and free shuttle bus

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Can’t really comment as we didn’t really go out in the area

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