North End
Trendy and up-and-coming, the North End pairs harbourfront life — concerts at Pier 4, the West Harbour redevelopment — with quick QEW and 403 access via the North Harbour GO line.
The lay of the land
The North End is Hamilton's waterfront neighbourhood, characterized as trendy and up-and-coming. The West Harbour redevelopment, concerts at Pier 4 and activity around Pier 8 have reshaped its appeal.
With the North Harbour GO line and quick QEW and Highway 403 access, it's also a strong fit for commuters who still want to live near the water.
What defines it
- → West Harbour / Pier 4 & Pier 8 waterfront
- → North Harbour GO line
- → QEW & Hwy 403 access
- → Concerts and waterfront events
Common questions
Is the North End good for commuters?+
Yes — the North Harbour GO line plus quick QEW and Highway 403 access make it convenient for commuting while staying near the waterfront.
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