Things to Do in Toronto Canada

Exploring Toronto, Canada: A Tourist’s Guide

Table of Contents

  1. CN Tower
  2. Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)
  3. Toronto Zoo
  4. Distillery District
  5. Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
  6. St. Lawrence Market
  7. Harbourfront Centre
  8. Toronto Islands
  9. Nightlife in Toronto

<a name"cn-tower">CN Tower

  • Height: 553 meters (1,815 feet)
  • Location: Downtown Toronto
  • Activities: Dining, EdgeWalk, observation deck
  • Best time to visit: During sunset or on a clear day for the best views

<a name"royal-ontario-museum-rom">Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)

  • Location: University of Toronto area
  • Exhibits: Natural history and world cultures
  • Highlights: Dinosaurs, Chinese culture, First Peoples gallery
  • Tips: Check their website for temporary exhibitions and events

<a name"toronto-zoo">Toronto Zoo

  • Location: Northeast Toronto
  • Size: 710 acres (287 hectares)
  • Exhibits: African Savannah, Tundra Trek, Gorilla Rainforest
  • Tips: Bring a map or use the app to navigate; wear comfortable walking shoes

<a name"distillery-district">Distillery District

  • Location: East Downtown Toronto
  • Activities: Dining, shopping, art galleries, theatre performances
  • Highlights: historic architecture, unique boutiques, weekend events
  • Tips: Visit during the day for a quieter experience; check event listings for evening activities
  • Location: Downtown Toronto
  • Collection: Over 95,000 works spanning art and cultural history
  • Highlights: The Group of Seven, contemporary art, Canadian art
  • Tips: Check their website for temporary exhibitions and free admission days

<a name"st-lawrence-market">St. Lawrence Market

  • Location: Old Town Toronto
  • Activities: Shopping for food, antiques, and unique items
  • Highlights: North Market (food vendors), South Market (antiques)
  • Tips: Arrive early in the day for the best selection; try some local foods!

<a name"harbourfront-centre">Harbourfront Centre

  • Location: Lakeshore Toronto
  • Activities: Performances, festivals, exhibitions, dining
  • Highlights: Waterfront views, Canada’s National Ballet School, Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery
  • Tips: Check their website for event listings and schedule your visit accordingly

<a name"toronto-islands">Toronto Islands

  • Location: Offshore from Downtown Toronto
  • Activities: Picnicking, beaches, bike rentals, sightseeing
  • Highlights: Hanlan’s Point Beach, Ward’s Island Art Centre
  • Tips: Take a ferry from downtown; bring sunscreen and water

<a name"nightlife-in-toronto">Nightlife in Toronto

  • Districts: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Kensington Market, Church-Wellesley Village
  • Activities: Bars, clubs, live music venues, comedy shows
  • Highlights: Rooftop bars, speakeasies, underground clubs
  • Tips: Dress code may apply in some establishments; check websites for age restrictions and cover charges