City of Brantford

Welcome to Brantford – the Telephone City!

Ideally situated along highway 403, Brantford is an hour drive from just about anywhere in southwestern Ontario. Brantford, the big city with a small town feel, offers many attractions, experiences and engaging events year-round.

See for yourself why Brantford was named ‘The Hub of Ontario Trails’ as you hike or bike over 70km of natural trails along the beautiful Grand River, a designated Canadian Heritage River.

Hometown of the ‘Great One’ Wayne Gretzky, Brantford has a long history of athletic achievement. Visit the Brantford and Area Sports Hall of Recognition inside the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre and see for yourself the hundreds of sports heroes who originated from Brantford, many of whom still call the City home.

A visit isn’t complete without stopping at our lively downtown, filled with unique shopping, incredible dining and exciting events at Harmony Square. While downtown, don’t miss a world-class performance at The Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts.

Whether you want cultural experiences, outdoor adventure, fantastic family fun, sporting events, or culinary delights, you’ll find it all when you #DiscoverBrantford. 

Visit our Stay & Play and Attractions pages to plan your adventure while in Brantford.