Things to Do in Toronto, Canada

August 15th, 2010 admin

Canada’s largest city is a vibrant metropolitan area. It has all the accoutrements of a financial center, and all the advantages of a coastal city. In addition, its proximity to Niagara Falls places Toronto in a unique position among world cities, as do the following attractions:

CN Tower

The Canadian National Tower is an enormous broadcasting tower, and is also open to tourists. Only surpassed in height in 2007, the world’s second-tallest freestanding structure provides views from the highest public observation decks on earth. The building has two decks, including a glass-floored one, and a restaurant.

Art Gallery of Ontario

Visitors who walk through Toronto’s chronologically ordered galleries of Canadian art history, or view the thousands of European art classics, realize that the Art Gallery of Ontario is a world-class art experience. Over 36,000 artworks are to be found here.

St. Lawrence Market

This large market is a foodie’s paradise. Look for delicious meats, fish, and cheeses, as well as more specialized fare on the second floor. There are more than stalls at St. Lawrence; tables and chairs are provided for sampling the local fares on the spot.

Toronto Zoo

Wear comfortable walking shoes, because there are many miles of the Toronto Zoo. The enclosures here are organized so that visitors take a stroll through different “continents”. There are plenty of places to eat, as well as some motorized walkways.

Hockey Hall of Fame

When in Canada…. Hockey fans and families will find plenty to do here. Displays are geared around hockey greats throughout the history of the sport. There are also interactive exhibits. The Hockey Hall of Fame is the off-season residence of the Stanley Cup.

Casa Loma

Here, in what is most definitively a modern city of the Americas, lies-a medieval-style castle. The incongruous Casa Loma, built in the early 20th century, hearkens back to ancient Europe, complete with all the touches from turrets to secret passageways.

Yorkville

Make sure to get a taste of the high life in this high-powered city. The Yorkville district offers upscale shopping, galleries, and dining in a Victorian setting.

Toronto, otherwise known as “Hollywood North”, attracts more than the film industry. It offers residents and tourists alike a taste of many cultures, a patina of money and finance, and one-of-a-kind sights and experiences.




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