Port Hope, located on the north shore of Lake Ontario, is a charming, historic town. With fascinating natural scenery, rich historical sites and a variety of interesting activities, it is perfect for family trips and weekend getaways.

From Vancouver, drive into the historic town of Hope, made famous by the classic film First Blood. Driving through this land full of stories, it seems that you can feel the tense and exciting scenes in the movie again. Walking through the streets of the town, you will find that the town's architecture and atmosphere still retain the original, as if time has stood still here.

In this quiet town, I came across a classic scene from "First Blood" and felt like I had traveled back in time to the world of the movie. Although there is no Stallone carrying the blue fire of Gatling's figure, but when I stand on the same street, I can still feel the unique tension in the movie.

1. Where Joker was filmed

The town of Port Hope is famous for the filming of the movie Joker. In particular, the town center, where many of the film's scenes were shot. Walking down the street, every floor tile has a name, which may be the name of all the residents of the town, which is impressive.

As the town's iconic museum, the Canadian Heritage Museum displays a large number of historical artifacts and exhibits related to fire protection. There are not only ancient firefighting equipment, but also a detailed historical introduction to let you understand the development of fire protection in Canada.

3. Ganaraska River

The Ganaraska River runs through Port Hope and is a great place for fishing and walking. Every autumn, there is a spectacular return of salmon here, which is well worth seeing. In addition, there are beautiful walking trails along the river for walking and cycling.

4. Capitol Theatre

The Capitol Theatre is a cultural highlight of Port Hope. This historic theatre was built in 1930 and is still active today, regularly staging a variety of plays, concerts and films. The architectural style of the theater is unique and the interior is beautifully decorated, which is well worth visiting.

5. Primitive Designs Retail Store

The shop is like a huge warehouse with a huge amount of iron and wood art. You can find all kinds of interesting things here, and there are many people to visit, and the atmosphere is very lively.


6. Victoria Park

Victoria Park is a green park located next to the beach. There are large lawns, gardens and walking trails, perfect for walking and relaxing. There are also outdoor concerts and movie screenings in the summer, making it a great place for family entertainment.

Open every Saturday, Port Hope's farmers market offers fresh, local produce, crafts and food. The market has a lively atmosphere and is a great place to experience the local culture and buy souvenirs.

8. Port Hope Drive-In

If you're in the mood for a nostalgic experience, head to the Drive-In theater in Port Hope. One of Ontario's oldest open-air cinemas, you can watch movies from the comfort of your car.

Oh, it's also a great place to watch the salmon come back, depending on the season.