Visiting Port Credit
Mississauga's village on the lake — a walkable stretch of waterfront parks, patios and festivals where the Credit River meets Lake Ontario. Here's how to make a day of it, from someone who's on Lakeshore Road every day.
Port Credit is the most charming corner of Mississauga's shoreline: a historic harbour village of marinas, green space and independent shops, all within an easy walk of the water. Whether you're here for a lakeside stroll, a waterfront dinner or one of the summer festivals, plan to linger. And when it's time for something sweet, that's where we come in — Leonidas Port Credit is the village's home of authentic Belgian chocolate, house-made gelato, coffee and rare organic teas, right on Lakeshore Road East.
Waterfront & parks
The reason to come is the lake. Port Credit's parks string together along the shore, connected by the Waterfront Trail.
Port Credit Lighthouse
A replica of the 1882 original at the mouth of the Credit River — said to be the most photographed spot in Mississauga, and unbeatable at sunset.
Port Credit Harbour Marina
Over 400 boat slips and a waterfront promenade with wide-open views of Lake Ontario.
Marina Park
The revitalized riverside park, with a herringbone-paved promenade, green space, a pavilion and plenty of seating.
Memorial Park
The village's festival green — walkways, a plaza and pavilion, a skate park and playground, and home to most of Port Credit's big events.
J.C. Saddington Park
A leafy lakeside park with picnic spots and a pond, a favourite for families and larger gatherings.
Waterfront Trail
Walk or cycle the lakeshore path that threads through the parks and along the water in both directions.
Restaurants & bars
Port Credit's dining scene runs from waterfront seafood to lively patios and gastropubs — many with a view of the lake.
Snug Harbour
Family-owned waterfront seafood with one of the best patios in the GTA.
Shore Grill & Grotto
Italian-leaning menu, live music and a lively Boardwalk patio on Lakeshore in season.
The Port House Social Bar & Kitchen
A modern, upscale gastropub — one of the village's best-loved bars.
Door FiftyFive
A cosy whiskey bar with southern comfort food.
Posta Italbar Cucina
Elevated Italian, popular for lunch and brunch.
…and for dessert & coffee
Finish the evening at Leonidas Port Credit, 54 Lakeshore Road East — the village's Belgian chocolate boutique and café. House-made Italian gelato, a range of coffees, special aromatic organic teas, hot chocolate and hand-packed ballotins, open until 11 pm Tuesday through Saturday. See our frequently asked questions or visit page for hours and directions.
Festivals & events
The Port Credit BIA fills the village calendar from Canada Day through winter. Dates shift year to year — check the BIA for the current schedule.
- Canada Day, July 1Paint the Town RedThe parade and street party that kicks off the Port Credit summer.
- SummerPort Credit Busker FestStreet performers take over the village for a weekend.
- Summer SaturdaysSaturday Farmers' MarketFresh local produce in the heart of the village every Saturday morning.
- September (Sept 11–13 in 2026)Tim Hortons Southside ShufflePort Credit's celebrated blues & jazz festival in Memorial Park — its 28th year.
- WinterWinterIN the PortA cold-weather festival to warm up the village after the holidays.
Transit & parking
By GO train
Port Credit GO Station is on the Lakeshore West line — a quick ride from Union Station in Toronto, and a short walk to the village and to our door.
By transit & LRT
MiWay buses run along Lakeshore Road East. The new Hazel McCallion (Hurontario) LRT connects up to Port Credit GO, linking the village to central Mississauga and Brampton.
By car
Just off the QEW, with plenty of public parking — street parking and municipal lots throughout the village, steps from Lakeshore Road East.
Make us part of your visit
Belgian chocolate, house-made gelato, coffee and organic tea — in the heart of Port Credit village at 54 Lakeshore Road East.