Best of Oshawa, ON
The Crossing Place
About Oshawa
Oshawa sits on the Lake Ontario shoreline in Southern Ontario, approximately 60 kilometres east of downtown Toronto. Serving as the largest municipality in Durham and an eastern anchor for the Greater Toronto Area, the city derives its name from the Ojibwa term aazhawe, meaning 'the crossing place'.
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The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Located at 72 Queen Street, The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is a public art gallery featuring Canadian contemporary and modern artwork. It holds the largest collection of its kind in the Regional Municipality of Durham.
The building was designed by noted Canadian architect Arthur Erickson and the collection focuses on works by Painters Eleven.
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Best Hotels in Oshawa
9 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Best Western Plus Durham Hotel & Conference Centre
A local hotel in 599 Bloor Street West.
Best Restaurants in Oshawa
117 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Oshawa
22 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Oshawa
17 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Oshawa
7 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Located at 72 Queen Street, The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is a public art gallery featuring Canadian contemporary and modern artwork. It holds the largest collection of its kind in the Regional Municipality of Durham.
Best Shops in Oshawa
95 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Oshawa
89 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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