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Hamilton, Ontario began with a romantic story of separation and reunion.  What a perfect background for a beautiful spot to have your perfect wedding!

If you've been to Hamilton, you know it's a beautiful location to consider if you're planning a wedding, and if you're looking for Hamilton Photographers for your wedding, you've come to the right place.

Matt Ballard Photography services Hamilton and surrounding area, Ancaster, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Greensville, Stoney Creek, Waterdown, and all of the Hamilton-Wentworth Region. 

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Hamilton is a beautifully scenic place situated on the Niagara Peninsula near the West end.  Bordered by Lake Ontario and Hamilton Harbour, the Niagara Escarpment (a.k.a. Hamilton Mountain), the awesome visual impact of nature is everywhere.

Close by are the neighboring cities of Brantford, Burlington, Cambridge, and Niagara Falls, all within close driving proximity.

If you're getting married in Hamilton, your guests may enjoy some visiting some of the great sites and attractions located here.

The City of Waterfalls

Hamilton Ontario is often called The City of Waterfalls, as there are 65 identified waterfalls in Hamilton.  This puts Hamilton as the record holder, having more waterfalls than any other city in the world it's size. 

You might want to check out some of the waterfalls as a possible wedding photos location for you and your wedding photographer to consider. 

Here's a great brochure you can download from the Hamilton Conservation Authority outlining and highlighting "twelve of the most spectacular, publicly accessible waterfall" in the Hamilton area. 

Hamilton Golf and Country Clubs

 

If you're considering a Golf and Country Club for your wedding reception, look no further!  Hamilton has over twenty golf courses and has hosted the Canadian Open four times! 

 

Any Hamilton photographer loves to photograph a wedding at one of Hamilton's beautiful Golf and Country Club.

 

Here's a great list of Hamilton Golf and Country Clubs in the Hamilton area.

 

Hamilton Ontario Parks and Green Spaces

You're in luck if you like hiking, biking, rollerblading, walking, or just enjoying nature.  Hamilton has a huge amount of parkland, 3100 acres to be exact, at over 400 locations.  Hamilton also has over 49 kilometres of trails to head out on, and over 1600 acres of open space to enjoy nature.

These parks, trails and nature spaces can be ideal spots for wedding photos as any  Hamilton photographer will tell you.  Ask your photographer for their favourite spots.

You can also get a great map of all the major parks and green spaces here

Cathedral of Christ the King

The Cathedral of Christ the King is the mother Church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Hamilton, and a truly spectacular gothic landmark.  Built in 1933, it boasts beautiful Italian marble and incredible stained-glass windows. 

We've had the privilege of photographing weddings at the Cathedral of Christ the King, and it is a gorgeous and inspirational location to get get married.  Any Hamilton photographer will tell you they love to photograph weddings at Christ the King.

Dundurn Castle / Dundurn National Historic Site

Dundurn Castle, part of the Dundurn National Historic Site, is a fantastic Hamilton location to have your wedding at.  The incredible home of Sir Allan Napier MacNab, one of the first premiers of Canada, Dundurn Castle showcases over 40 rooms across three different floors, all beautifully furnished in Victorian style.

The castle is an incredible site with it's combination of beautiful gardens, incredible grounds, and interesting outbuildings.  In it's time, Dundurn Castle was considered to be one of the best luxury estates in the entire province.  It's still easy to see why.

Dundurn Castle makes a great location for your wedding photos.  Most Hamilton photographers have shot there and love the huge variety of creative possibilities for wedding photos.

The Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum has over 40 planes ranging from the World War II era to more modern jet aircraft.  A perfect spot if one of you is a pilot or aircraft enthusiast.  You could do some fantastic wedding photos here... just ask your photographer!

The Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum is a great spot the football fans among you will want to check out.  It's also a great location for photos.  Talk to your photographer about what you could do here.

Hamilton Shopping Spots

 

Hamilton has a most unique collection of shopping spots to visit.  There are so many different neighbourhoods in Hamilton, each offering a different shopping experience.

 

Barton Village - 905-540-9472 - 406 Barton St. E., Hamilton, ON

 

Centre Mall

 

Concession Street

 

Downtown Dundas

 

Downtown Hamilton

 

Freelton Antique Mall

 

Hamilton Farmer's Market - 905-546-2096 - 55 York Blvd., Hamilton, ON

 

 

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