11 days in Windsor & Essex Itinerary

Canada's southernmost city, Windsor continues to play a key role in the country's automotive industry.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Windsor: Sarnia (Canatara Park & Stones 'N Bones Museum). And it doesn't end there: indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, admire the natural beauty at Coventry Gardens, tee off at Ambassador Golf Club, and contemplate the long history of Willistead Manor.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, read Windsor trip planner.

Ottawa to Windsor is an approximately 6-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive; or take a train. When traveling from Ottawa in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Windsor, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 17°C. On the 7th (Mon), you're off to Essex.

Essex is a town with a population of 20,427 in Essex County in southwestern Ontario, Canada, whose municipal borders extend to Lake Erie. Explore Essex's surroundings by going to London (Victoria Park, Eldon House, &more), Chatham (Buxton National Historic Site & Museum, O'Neil Nature Preserve, &more) and Greenview Aviaries Park and Zoo (in Morpeth). Spend the 12th (Sat) exploring nature at Point Pelee National Park. The adventure continues: do a tasting at Oxley Estate Winery, indulge your taste buds at Lee and Maria's, contemplate the long history of Fort Malden National Historic Site, and don't miss a visit to Amherstburg Navy Yard National Historic Site.

For other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Essex holiday maker app.

Essex is very close to Windsor. In June in Essex, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can drive back home.