The Region of Waterloo is a unique blend of urban and rural. Located just one hour west of Toronto, the Region is made up of the cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo as well as the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich. It offers visitors to the Region a perfect blend of modern energetic urban centers, as well as scenic rural landscapes.

All in one area, you'll find a careful balance between breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant city life. You can spend time exploring fascinating historic landmarks or discovering fabulous shopping districts, with many wonderful restaurants, farmer's markets, antique shops, factory outlets, riverbanks, trails and colourful festivals. Travel back in time at Doon Heritage Crossroads, explore historic Joseph Schneider Haus, or learn about hardworking Scots at McDougall Cottage. Special events and festivals like the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival, the Waterloo County and Area Quilt Festival and North America's largest Bavarian Festival, "Oktoberfest", are just a few of many exciting tourism experiences in Waterloo region.

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Travelling to Waterloo Region? The area is easily accessible by planes, trains and automobiles (and buses)!