Things to do in Brampton

Chinguacousy Park has mini-golf, a petting zoo, paddle boats, and a skate park. Heart Lake Conservation Park offers trails, a splash pad, and aerial ropes. Professor's Lake is a 65-acre lake with a beach and fishing. Claireville Conservation Area protects wetlands and forests with trails. Gage Park has a wading pool and winter ice rink.

Besides the parks, there are indoor playgrounds like Aerosports Brampton and More Fun With Bounce, plus bowling at Bowlero Brampton. Perplexity Escape Games works for older kids who like puzzles. Wet'n'Wild Toronto is a large water park, and Treetop Trekking Brampton offers aerial courses. Many restaurants also list themselves as good for children.

Tandoori Flame Brampton is known for its 150-item buffet with tandoori kebabs and Indian-inspired cocktails. Tandoori Haveli Bar and Grill offers traditional dishes with take-out, and Brar's Grand Buffet has vegetarian Indian fare. For a sit-down meal, Firangi Indian Restaurant & Catering serves contemporary Indian dishes, and National Sweets & Restaurant is a good stop for traditional sweets.

The Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives is housed in a 19th-century courthouse and jail, with regional history exhibits and an art gallery. The Rose Brampton is a performing arts theater hosting concerts and productions. Garden Square is a town square known for special events, and Brampton Downtown is recognized as a historical landmark.

Bramalea City Centre is a large contemporary mall with clothing, restaurants, and groceries. Shoppers World Brampton has been around since 1969 with big-box retailers. Kennedy Square Mall has discount shops and an Asian supermarket, and Oceans Fresh Food Market is a Pan-Asian grocery with prepared foods. For secondhand sports gear, Play It Again Sports & Fitness buys and sells equipment.