Few things feel more like summer in Durham Region than heading out for ice cream after dinner, after a walk by the water, after a day at the park, or on the way home from a weekend drive.
From gelato in Pickering to classic scoops in Ajax, Whitby favourites, a Brooklin stop, Oshawa treats, and small town gems through Clarington, Durham has no shortage of places worth adding to your summer list.
Here are some of the top ice cream spots to check out across Durham Region.
Belaggios Gelato, Pickering
Starting on the west side of Durham, Belaggios Gelato is a great Pickering stop for anyone who loves gelato, espresso, desserts, and café style treats. It has more of an Italian inspired feel, making it a nice option when you want something a little different from a traditional scoop shop.
Pickering Village Ice Cream Shoppe, Ajax
Pickering Village Ice Cream Shoppe is one of those classic neighbourhood stops that feels made for summer. Located in Ajax, in the heart of historic Pickering Village, it offers the type of relaxed, old school ice cream shop experience people keep coming back for.
With scoops, sundaes, cakes, and a charming village setting, this is a strong pick for families, casual date nights, and anyone looking for a simple local treat.
Reid’s Dairy, Whitby
Reid’s Dairy in Whitby brings a familiar, classic dairy shop feeling to the Durham ice cream trail. Known for scooped ice cream, soft serve, milkshakes, and dairy products, it is a great stop when you want something easy, nostalgic, and family friendly.
It is also a convenient choice if you are in central Whitby and looking for a quick treat that feels more traditional than trendy.
Sprinkles & Dip, Whitby
Sprinkles & Dip is a Whitby favourite for people who like options. This spot goes beyond standard cones, with hard ice cream, soft serve, sundaes, milkshakes, crepes, waffles, and other dessert style treats.
It is a good choice when everyone in the group wants something different. One person can get a cone, someone else can get a milkshake, and someone else can go all in on a bigger dessert.
Tip Top Creamery, Brooklin
Tip Top Creamery gives the list a Brooklin stop with a small town feel. Located in a walkable village setting, it is a great place to grab a cone and enjoy a slower summer outing.
This one is a good fit if you like classic flavours, generous portions, and a relaxed neighbourhood ice cream shop atmosphere.
Angel’s Creamery, Oshawa
For the Oshawa stop, Angel’s Creamery brings a true local ice cream shop into the mix. Located on Grandview Street South, it gives the route a strong Oshawa option without repeating another location from the same brand.
It is a good pick for anyone looking for a fun dessert stop in the city, with ice cream and takeout style treats that make it easy to work into a summer evening.
Enniskillen General Store, Hampton and Enniskillen
No Durham Region ice cream list feels complete without Enniskillen General Store. This longtime favourite has earned its reputation for big scoops, plenty of flavours, and that classic general store experience.
The original location in Hampton and Enniskillen is especially worth the drive. It feels like a proper summer stop, the kind of place you visit on purpose, not just because you happened to be nearby.
Sundae Funday, Bowmanville
Sundae Funday in Bowmanville adds a playful stop to the east end of the route. With soft serve, milkshakes, colourful treats, and fun dessert options, it is a good fit for families, kids, and anyone who wants something beyond a basic cone.
If you are in Bowmanville or making your way through Clarington, this is an easy summer stop to add to the list.
Orono General Store, Orono
For a small town Durham stop, Orono General Store is worth adding to the route. It brings that rural general store charm, with local products, baked goods, everyday staples, and ice cream options that make the visit feel like part of the outing.
This is a great choice if you are exploring Orono, heading toward Newcastle, or taking a slower drive through Clarington.
Make It A Durham Ice Cream Trail
One of the best parts about Durham Region is how different each community feels. Pickering gives you easy west end access and great food stops. Ajax has historic village charm. Whitby and Brooklin bring that family friendly neighbourhood feel. Oshawa adds a true city stop. Clarington brings country roads, small town favourites, and classic summer destinations.
Whether you are planning a weekend drive, taking the kids out after dinner, meeting friends, or just looking for somewhere new to try, these ice cream spots are a great way to enjoy more of Durham Region, one scoop at a time.
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