London Ontario is located along the banks of the Thames river about half way between Windsor and Toronto. London is known as the Forest City as can been seen by all the beautiful trees throughout.
With over 450,000 people London plays host to many businesses in the Transportation Industry. Located beside highway 401 makes London an attractive spot for many companies to set up.
There are many well know people who hail from the Forest City that include
- NHL Stars Joe and Scott Thornton as well as Eric Lindros
- Actors Ryan Gossling,Rachel McAdams,Hume Cronyn,Kate Nelligan and Jessica Tandy to name a few.
- David Suzuki
- Legendary Country Singer Tommy Hunter
- Beer Brewing Giants John Labatt, Thomas Carling
While visiting London there are lots of things you can do
like shopping in one of their many large malls located throughout the city. Enjoy some of the historic sites like the Middlesex County Courthouse,Delta Armouries,Eldon House,Fanshawe Pioneer Village and more.
In the heart of London you will find beautiful 18 acre Victoria Park filled with nice walking paths, a band shell for many of the events and festivals that take place and Army Equipment displays. In the winter everyone is welcome to come out skating on the City's free to use ice rink located right in front of the band shell.
If you like to eat out and try different things then London is for you. They have a great selection of Unique Restaurants to choose from. Specialty Restaurants can be found within walking distance of each other along Richmond St or Richmond Row as most people know it.
There are so many great places that deserve mention that I don't know where to start! Aroma's European Cuisine, Under the Volcano for great Mexican, Waldo's on King for Steak to die for, Michael's on the Thames for that special romantic occasion. There are so many, I'm still working on them.
London Ontario plays home to many great Festivals.
-International Children's Festival
-Folk Festival
-Sunfest
Unfortunately due to financial problems London has lost their International Airshow, Rib Fest and Balloon Festival which I really hope can return to the City someday.
Theatre buffs can take in the Grand Theatre while visiting there is always something going on.
The younger crowd will enjoy the huge Bar Scene in the City a favourite for the University of Western Ontario Students.
The addition of the John Labatt Centre has been a big boost to London's Entertainment Scene. The JLC opened in 2002 and is home of the City's Hockey Team the London Knights. Many Headline Acts have visited the Labatt Centre like Bon Jovi,Cher,Elton John,Billy Joel to name a few. There are also Monster Trucks,Disney Ice Shows for the whole family to enjoy.
There are so many reasons you should visit London Ont, the Forest City and I really encourage you to come and discover yours!