Waterdown Memorial Park The green space locals head to around here is Waterdown Memorial Park.
Scout's noteWhat Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood
Lord Byron's Steak and Seafood House Lord Byron's Steak and Seafood House is a go-to local spot for a bite around here.
Scout's noteWaterdown Memorial Hall Ask locals what's worth seeing nearby and Waterdown Memorial Hall comes up.
Scout's noteSymposium Cafe Restaurant Waterdown Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterdown offers a pleasant, clean atmosphere with diverse dietary options.
Scout's noteMarciano's Pasta Cafe Marciano's Pasta Cafe is located at 5 Mill St S in Hamilton and offers a menu of Italian dishes.
Scout's noteYogurty's Frozen Yogurt and Bubble Tea Yogurty's offers frozen yogurt and bubble tea with friendly service and reasonable prices at multiple locations across Hamilton, Mississauga, and Toronto.
Scout's noteBliss Kitchen Bliss Kitchen in Wheelers Hill is highly rated with 4.4 stars on Restaurant Guru, offering a menu available for viewing and delivery.
Scout's noteTurtle Jacks locations Turtle Jacks has multiple locations in Hamilton, including one on South Service Road in Stoney Creek and another on Dundas Street East in Waterdown.
Scout's noteCopper Kettle Cafe Copper Kettle Cafe in Hamilton offers a weekend special with the American Skillet, a popular breakfast item.
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What's it like to live in Waterdown?
Is Waterdown a good place to live?
Waterdown is a walker's paradise neighbourhood in Hamilton (Walk Score 100/100 — daily errands need no car). Homes for sale here run a median of about $699,999. There are 3 schools within the area. It's close to major roads, so expect some traffic noise. And 5 parks and green spaces, 22 places to eat, and 30 shops and services are mapped within walking distance.
What are homes like in Waterdown?
There are 54 homes for sale in and around Waterdown, priced from $449,000 to $1,689,900 (median about $699,999). See the Homes page for current listings.
What schools are in Waterdown?
There are 3 schools in and around Waterdown including Mary Hopkins Public School, St. Thomas Catholic Elementary School, Laureate College. See the guide below for what's closest.
What is Waterdown known for?
Waterdown is known locally for landmarks like Waterdown Memorial Hall, its 22-strong food and drink scene.
What's happening in Waterdown this week?
There are 30 events on this week in and around Waterdown, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.
Who is Waterdown best for?
Based on what's here, Waterdown suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.
Choose your own adventure - Waterdown
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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Or grab a ready-made day
Three hand-picked days through Waterdown, every stop a real place.
Slow morning
Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch
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Morning Copper Kettle Cafe Cafe
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Stroll Waterdown Memorial Park Park
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Lunch Turtle Jacks Restaurant
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Treat Yogurty's Ice cream
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Browse Sobeys Supermarket
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Get outside
Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite
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Trailhead Upper Grindstone Side Trail 816 m
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Picnic Sealy Park Park
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Grab a bite Subway Sandwich
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Casual dinner Mr. Sub Sandwich
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Culture & flavours
Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner
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History Waterdown Memorial Hall Memorial
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Coffee Jitterbug Cafe & Catering Cafe
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Local shop Pickwick Books Books
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Dinner out Bliss Kitchen Restaurant
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Tonight Showtime for The Last Unicorn playing Jun 21, 2026 at 4:20 PM - Princess Original Sun Jun 21
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Through the lens
Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterdown
Copper Kettle Cafe
Freedom Mobile
Angie's Bridal Boutique
Turtle Jacks
Second Time Around
The Salvation Army
Bicycle Works
Thai Waterdown
Leylands British Foods
Sobeys
Pizza Pizza
Jupe
Marciano's Pasta Cafe
The Yoga Shala
Bulk Barn
Subway
Waterdown Fish and Chips
What it costs to live in Waterdown
From homes on the market right now in and around Waterdown.
$699,999Median list price
$525,000 – $1,475,000Typical range
54Homes for sale
$541Median $/sq ft
Schools in Waterdown
3 schools mapped in and around Waterdown, closest first — ratings shown where families have left them.
Could you live here?
Falling for Waterdown? 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
Fresh from local news covering Waterdown and the surrounding area.
How a Hamilton man helped discover a lost Rembrandt, thought to be fake, but worth millionsHamilton library card-access pilot cut overdoses, drug use and 911 calls, report findsHow Hamilton and other PWHL teams look 1 month into the off-seasonHow to move a beluga across the worldPride flag vandalized at Thorold, Ont., school during Pride Month, man charged, police sayPWHL HAMILTON SIGNS PEYTON HEMP TO ONE-YEAR CONTRACT | PWHL - Professional Women's Hockey League - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
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Local tips
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Good to know
What is there to do in Waterdown?
Waterdown has 2 parks and green spaces, 22 places to eat, and landmarks like Waterdown Memorial Hall. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in Waterdown?
Most of Waterdown 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 Waterdown?
Waterdown sits in Hamilton, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in Waterdown?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Waterdown, and can connect you with a local agent.
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