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Canada is known as the land of snow, and the snow-capped land is a must-visit for globe trotters, offering many fun-filled activities. Due to its size, it may not be possible to travel the whole country. If you are wondering where to travel in Canada, we recommend Toronto.
St Lawrence Market in Toronto is a historic food market and one of the city's top attractions. The timings of this Toronto market vary by day, so it is best to check current hours before visiting. The Toronto islands are accessible by ferry or private water taxi. If you want to visit the Royal Ontario Museum for free, check the museum's current admission policies before your visit. This aquarium in Toronto is located at the base of the CN tower, therefore you can tick this off your list the very same day you pay a visit to the CN Tower.
Why Toronto?
If you are looking for an idle vacation jam-packed with a variety of activities then no other place other than Toronto in Canada. The cosmopolitan city is a hub for fusion food, umpteen number of festivals, breathtaking adventures and lots of fun.
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NOT TO MISS TOURIST ATTRACTIONS OF TORONTO
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Do not miss the CN Tower
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If you are in Toronto, you just can’t afford to miss the CN Tower, that has always stood really tall with a height of 553.33m in Toronto. It was once upon a time the world’s tallest tower and has always been the pride of Canada. This tower in Toronto even now dominates the landscape in full swing.
This Toronto tower got its name from Canadian National, the railway company which had built the tower.
CN tower in Toronto comes with so many restaurants where you can splurge and devour the best Canadian food. The most popular CN restaurant is the 360-degree restaurant.
The CN tower tickets in Toronto have a validity of 90 days from the date of purchase, where the maximum transactions can be only 8. Be extra careful in not being provided with fake tickets through any third parties. The tickets to CN Tower can be availed online as well.
CN Tower edge walk
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CN Tower edge walk is the most sought after by tourists in Toronto. The edge walk is normally referred to as the Canadians signature walk. Most of the tourists who want to experience extreme thrills, certainly try to get their hands on this once in a lifetime experience in Toronto. This is the world’s first and only free walk-on the top activity. It is done from the tower’s main pod.
Worried about the safety of CN Edge walk in Toronto? Please do not fret, since this is done with the highest international safety and security standards in Toronto.
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Explore The Art Gallery of Ontario
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The Art Gallery of Ontario is the most famous art museum in Toronto.
The gallery has a magnificent collection of more than 95,000 works. This is also known as the largest galleries in North America. It has excellent artworks from Africa and Europe. The gallery is also famous for its oceanic art and contemporary art in Toronto.
In addition to display galleries, the art gallery has a library, restaurants and plenty of cafes. The gallery is open every day except Mondays.
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Savour good food at St Lawrence Market
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The options for food here are vast, from farm fresh vegetables to oven baked cookies. So many restaurants are popular for their different cuisine and people normally address every restaurant here as the St. Lawrence Market restaurants.
This market in Toronto is pretty huge and divided into three main buildings. One is called North Market, the second South Market and the other St Lawrence Hall.
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See the splendid Casa Loma
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Casa Loma in Toronto is another distinctive pride of Canada. It is considered one of the best landmarks of Toronto. The structure has always been a marvel for tourists.
This was once the largest private residence in Canada. Later transformed into a hotel, the Toronto castle became a hotspot for affluent Americans, as it was the only place where liquor was legally available in Toronto.
The castle was built during World War I by Sir Henry Pellatt as his dream house. It took more than 300 people to build this gigantic Toronto castle. When Canada’s economy faced a financial crisis, the Pellatts were forced to leave. Now it is open to the world as a museum, well preserved by the nation.
Casa Loma is known for its mighty Gothic interiors. The 98 large rooms inside the castle have left people astonished. The castle sits on five acres and also has a peaceful garden that adds to the beauty.
This castle is a must-visit for all history lovers.
Visit Bata Shoe Museum
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Have you ever heard of a shoe museum? Yes, there is a shoe museum in Toronto, Canada. It is known as the Bata Shoe Museum. You wouldn’t spend time hunting for it, because the museum itself is shaped like a shoe, making it easy to spot from a distance.
The Bata Museum in Toronto has a collection of more than 12,000 shoes. Mrs Sonja Bata, the founder, was highly passionate about footwear. Whenever she travelled with her husband on business trips, she shopped for traditional and different kinds of footwear. Later, it became difficult to accommodate her entire collection inside her private residence. Therefore, she built a museum in Toronto for displaying her wonderful footwear. It is also an organisation dedicated to footwear research.
The Bata museum is one of the most unique museums in Toronto. All the crazy footwear lovers, it’s high time to visit this shoe museum, which is a very special experience for anyone in Toronto.
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Unwind at Toronto Islands
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Hop onto a ferry and find your way to the Toronto islands. It isn’t that tough to get to the islands, because there are numerous ferries which only takes ten minutes to reach there. If you aren’t that comfortable to get on to a ferry, you can even take a private water taxi to the Toronto islands.
There are three different island points in Toronto islands. Centre, Hanlan’s and Ward's island. Once you reach any of these islands it very easy to go to the other two points because it is in walkable distance.
The Toronto islands are the perfect getaways for families. You can even play volleyball and take bikes for rents and ride all around to explore the hidden gems within the islands.
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Watch the gigantic Niagara falls
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Though the mighty Niagara Falls is not exactly in the centre of Toronto, it is just two hours drive from Toronto. So it would definitely be a miss if you don’t pay a visit to this major tourist attraction of Canada that attracts millions of people every year.
It is normally said that the best time to visit Niagara Falls is between June to August. Mainly because the Niagara Falls weather is at its best and there isn’t any scorching heat during this time. Also, the tides and the mists are smooth and normal. So you get to enjoy the warmth of the Niagara Falls in its entirety.
Niagara Falls easily takes an entire day of yours. Viewing this magnificent river itself takes some hours. Also, they have plenty of observation towers, hotels, museums casinos and indoor water parks around this area. If you need to spend a night here, book your stay in any of the hotels that can also give you a splendid view from the hotel room. Make sure to book, simply because this is the most tourist swarmed area in Ontario, therefore being extra cautious always helps.
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Spend some great time in the Royal Ontario Museum
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The locals of Toronto consider this as one of the newest landmarks of Toronto. The sleek architecture of the museum itself gives a great feel and look to the museum.
People in Toronto generally call it ROM. More than adults, kids enjoy this spot in Toronto, because they get mesmerised with the splendid dinosaur collections, bat caves and much more.
If you want to visit this place for free, check the museum's current admission policies before your visit. You can roam around inside the 40 galleries of ROM for free.
The galleries of the museum talk about the diverse world cultures and give more emphasis on the history of Canada. All those people out there who have been looking forward to getting some great information about the history of Canada you are in the right spot in Toronto.
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Feel the sea life in Ripley’s Aquarium
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Ripleys entertainment owns three aquariums and this is one of the aquariums owned by them in Toronto. It has so many marine inhabitants in its 135,000 sq ft.
Kids are certainly going to enjoy this wonder because it gives you the actual underwater experience to cherish forever. The marine creatures walk above you, beneath you and through your sideways in this Toronto aquarium.
They have lit the insides of the aquarium in soothing blue which helps you get an out of the world experience when you are here.
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Say hi to the animals in Toronto Zoo
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All set to visit the world’s largest zoo that draws more than 1 million people every year? This Toronto Zoo is a visual treat for wildlife lovers.
The Toronto zoo has won several accolades for its Gorilla rainforest, African Savanna, and Kids Zoo. Your children will love the walk trails and the unique water play zone known as Splash Island.
Take a stroll at Distillery District
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If you are leaving Toronto without taking a walk at the distillery district, it wouldn’t be a great decision. This place has so much to offer.
Twenty years ago, visionaries built a unique place for locals to experience good food, ideas, and lifestyle. That's how the Distillery District came into existence. Artists rubbed shoulders here, displaying their artwork. The talents of thousands were harnessed, and over the years this became the pride of Toronto.
When you step into this place, you find a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary artwork. The buildings are designed in the Victorian style, with interiors designed with 21st-century contemporary designs. See it for real to see the efforts that went behind this beautiful world.
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Relax at High Park
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High Park is a gem amidst the bustle of Toronto. Most of the park remains in its natural form, which makes it unique among Canadian parks.
The best time to visit is spring, especially April and May, when cherry blossoms bloom. Expect crowds during this period. A trackless train offers a 30-minute drive with sweeping views, or you can hire a bicycle to explore. In winter, cross-country skiing is available. High Park offers activities for every season.
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Loiter in Kensington Market
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Spend an entire day in the wonderful Kensington Market of Toronto. Always known for its best vintage stores, great food centres and street art, this market caters to every person in the world since it has housed almost everything under the sun here in Toronto.
This place is swarmed by tourists and has always caught the shutter bug’s eyes.
There are so many guided tours offered by several people who help you get insights on its authentic culinary heritage. Let it be fine dining or a food stand with diverse food, you have it here in Toronto's Kensington Market.
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Know more about Harbourfront Centre
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This centre in Toronto has always been a great host to many cultural events and art exhibitions. Any time of the year you have something or the other happening here at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre.
They always have a month dedicated completely to a theme based event. One season is mainly for food, another for dance, third for kids and the list goes on.
Harbourfront Centre helps you understand the importance Toronto gives for arts and culture. Almost every nook and corner of the Toronto streets are embellished with arts.
If you are in Toronto during winter and have always been wanting to try a hand in skating, then do not miss Toronto's Harbourfront Centre.
What do you not find in Harbourfront is a question that you keep on asking yourself as you wander through the roads. From the finest of restaurants to the best souvenir shop, you get everything here.
Related travel guides: Ontario Travel Guide and Toronto Travel Guide.
