Things To Do in Toronto
Toronto has so much to offer, its worth going back to visit again and again!
The CBC Building –The CBC is an integral part of Canada’s cultural landscape. Many tours and events are free, so be sure and check their website. http://www.cbc.radio-canada.ca/facilities/toronto/
Centreville Center Island: A boat ride away, great for children and those who want to take it easy. There are plenty of picnic areas and the boardwalk overlooks Lake Ontario. Boat rides, mini golf… Hanlan’s Point nude beach is a hot spot for the free and the brave! www.centreisland.ca
Queen Street Wes - If you like eye candy in the form of window fronts, cool stuff, great restaurants, and cool people …head to Queen Street and walk west!
Dundas Square: Central and commercial: shopping, outdoor concerts and more! Plenty of great restaurants everywhere!
www.ydsquare.ca
High Park – Toronto’s largest public park is beautiful and comes with a great zoo! http://www.highparktoronto.com/
Ossington Street-This hip hop happening place is currently undergoing gentrification and the small independent businesses and galleries are stellar! Try Levack Block for a quiet dinner. http://www.levackblock.com/
MOCCA - Museum of Canadian Contemporary Art- Founded in 1999, their mandate is to, "exhibit, research, collect, and promote innovative art by Canadian and international artists whose works engage and address challenging issues and themes relevant to our times. http://www.mocca.ca/
CNE - Canadian National Exhibition-Canada’s largest annual community event is more than a few days of fun for everyone! www.theex.com
Queen's Park Provincial Parliament Building-over 100 years of history in one of Canada’s largest heritage buildings! www.ontla.on.ca
Nathan Philip's Square -City Hall - The building itself is a beautiful example of modernist architecture. Events all year around.
www.toronto.ca
Windsor Arms Hotel – Tea for two? High tea is available if you have been shopping in nearby Yorkville and are in need of sustenance. If you want to crash pad, there are 28 luxury suites available with 24 hour butler service.
www.windsorarmshotel.com
Roy Thomson Hall- A pillar of excellence in the arts.
http://www.roythomson.com/
The Distillery District-Victorian industrial buildings have been transformed in to a trendy are of shops, galleries, cafes, condos and theatres.
www.thedistillerydistrict.com/
Riverdale Farm-Open all year around! Lots of events so be sure and check the website.
www.friendsofriverdalefarm.com/
St. Lawrence Market –Over 150 merchants and vendors! Located in historic Old Town.
TTC- Toronto streetcars and the underground "PATH" system -several km of underground concourse-is the safe and convenient way to see Toronto.
www3.ttc.ca
Eaton Centre: Located right down town, under the fabulous glass galleria lies 230 retail stores and services!
www.torontoeatoncentre.com
Contact Festival- A supremely well run photography festival. It runs every May downtown in the fashion district.
http://scotiabankcontactphoto.com/
McMichael House- A truly Canadian art experience.
www.mcmichael.com
Stratford Festival: Located nearby in the gorgeous town of Stratford; well worth the time and trip if you love classical theatre. Accommodations are available in town. See the website for this year’s lineup of shows.
http://www.stratfordfestival.ca