Glen Abbey Golf Course
The perennial host of the Canadian Open through the 1980s and 90s, having hosted the golf tournament 22 times since 1981. Most recently it hosted the 2004 tournament when Vijay Singh won and it can expected to have the event again in the near future. Regardless, the Jack Nicklaus designed course is an attraction itself with many dramatic holes that take advantage of the canyon-like valley of Sixteen-Mile Creek for abrupt elevation changes, natural hazards, and scenic beauty. If golfing is not your thing, the club house boasts great dining, there are hiking trails throughout the Sixteen Mile Creek Valley, and a walk or drive over the Upper-Middle bridge will give a view of the valley holes and forest which is especially appealing in fall when the colours change. Glen Abbey also houses the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame.
There are many parks bordering Lake Ontario along the waterfront. Some of the best ambience is found south of the downtown area between Navy Street and Reynolds Rd. Many century-old homes are also located in this area.
If you continue down Navy Street to the Lake, there is a lighthouse and pier guarding Oakville harbour which can be walked on; on clear days Toronto's skyline can be viewed due to the curvature of Lake Ontario.
Erchless Estate
at the bottom of Navy Road by Lake Ontario, (http://www.oakvillemuseum...). A museum chronicles 19th century life and the Erchless family, founders of the town of Oakville.If you like to dream or enjoy interesting architecture, driving along Lakeshore Road east of the downtown area showcases many grand homes and mansions.
Animation
fans should visit Sheridan College, one of the best animation colleges in the world.