Brantford Tourism

Bell Homestead, Walking Trails

Brantford is probably most famous as the home of Alexander Graham Bell when he invested the telephone. Bell's house has since been turned into a museum, known as the Bell Homestead. Tours are available year round by staff dressed in period 19th century costumes.

Alongside of the Homestead is a wooded path leading to one of the most beautiful walking trails in the area. The pathway takes two routes, a higher trail going above the Grand River and a lower route sweeping the river's edge. For those looking for a more difficult hike, the lower trail is more challenging. But, those with smaller children should look out for steep drop offs on the upper section.

Six Nations Reserve

Brantford is home to one of Canada's largest Iroquois reserves in the Six Nations Reservation. Most of the museums dealing with the reserve are right in the city of Brantford, including the oldest Protestant church in Ontario, the Mokawk Chapel. This is not only the sole Royal Chapel outside of the United Kingdom, but also the burial place of Brantford's founder Captain Joseph Brant and his son John Brant. Other museums and information sites include Kanata Village, Woodland Cultural Centre and locations on the Reservation itself.