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Main Street West, Hamilton

Main Street West in Hamilton, ON — food, shopping, do.

1 parks & green spaces · 22 places to eat

WalkableTransit-friendlyFoodieGreat for shoppingQuiet
open now 50 places mapped 30 events this week
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What's it like to live in Main Street West?

Is Main Street West a good place to live?

Main Street West is a walker's paradise neighbourhood in Hamilton (Walk Score 100/100 — daily errands need no car). There is 1 school within the area. 22 transit stops nearby. It's a quiet area with no major roads or rail lines running through it. And 3 parks and green spaces, 22 places to eat, and 24 shops and services are mapped within walking distance.

What schools are in Main Street West?

There is 1 school in and around Main Street West including Glenwood Special Day School. See the guide below for what's closest.

What is Main Street West known for?

Main Street West is known locally for its 22-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Main Street West this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Main Street West, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Main Street West best for?

Based on what's here, Main Street West suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

Choose your own adventure - Main Street West

Tap what you feel like doing, set how long, pick how you'll get around, and we'll route it and time it from real places.

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    Three hand-picked days through Main Street West, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Hazel Tea & Dessert House Cafe
    2. Stroll Alexander Park Park
    3. Lunch Yukiguni Izakaya Japanese
    4. Treat Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream
    5. Browse Fortinos Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Hamilton-Brantford Rail Trail 2.8 km
    2. Grab a bite Boardwalk Fries Burgers Shakes Burger
    3. Casual dinner Little Caesars Pizza
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Crunch Fitness Fitness Centre
    2. Coffee Popeyes Chicken
    3. Local shop Maison Fritz Salon & Spa Hairdresser
    4. Dinner out West End Diner Restaurant
    5. Tonight Common Table: The Village We Have, The Village We Need 2026-06-23
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    Schools in Main Street West

    1 school mapped in and around Main Street West, closest first — ratings shown where families have left them.

    Could you live here?

    Falling for Main Street West? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

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    What is there to do in Main Street West?

    Main Street West has 1 parks and green spaces, 22 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Main Street West?

    Most of Main Street West is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Main Street West?

    Main Street West sits in Hamilton, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Main Street West?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Main Street West, and can connect you with a local agent.

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