Well hello. So for today's video I am on home turf. I am back in Toronto with Sam. So we're going to be taking you on a little
tour of the city. Sam hasn't really spent a lot of time here
so we're going to try and make it really touristy but also include some of my favorite spots. So let's go! Toronto is considered Canada’s melting pot. It is said that half of the people living
in Toronto were born outside of the country, so that means lots of different languages,
sights and flavors, which make the city a really fun place to explore. With only a few days in Toronto, we set out
to visit a mix of neighborhoods, top attractions, and of course, we also made time to sample
plenty of food. The following travel guide will showcase 25
things to do in Toronto, so if you’re planning a trip here or you need some travel inspiration,
be sure to stick around as we take you on a city tour. Not many visitors know this about Toronto,
but just a short ferry ride from the city you have a chain of islands that offer some
of the best views in the whole city. The largest and most visited of them all is
Centre Island and it’s a great place to be during the summer months. This was our very first stop on our tour of
Toronto. So we are currently in Center Island. We left the city behind and took the ferry
over. Which is pretty nice. Yeah, it is my first time here and I have
to say it is a real nice quite green escape form the hustle and bustle of the downtown. Yeah, it is super relaxed. We were just watching like little baby ducks
and swans. Super cute. And this is where you get the most iconic
views of the city. Like those postcard perfect views. Yes. So I've never seen this vantage point before
and I'm loving it. So next up we're getting ready to go up the
CN Tower and we are showing up like 30 minutes before opening because last time the line
was like two hours long and we were not willing to wait. Seriously, guys that was around lunchtime,
a two hour waiting time just to go up to the observation deck. So, get here early. That is our number one tip. So we're the first elevator up. My hands are all clammy. That was a little scary but we're here. Urgh. Yeah. The CN Tower was once the world's tallest
free-standing structure and the world's tallest tower for more than 3 decades. It can be a bit unnerving if you’re not
a big fan of heights, especially once you reach the glass floor, but it's one of those
iconic attractions that you can't miss. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even
do the Edge Walk which takes you on a hands free walk around the roof of the main pod. Ripley’s Aquarium is one of Toronto’s
newest attractions and it draws big crowds. The aquarium is home to 450 species, but our
favorite part was The Dangerous Lagoon, which is an underwater tunnel where you can see
sharks, stingrays and sea turtles swimming above your head. The aquarium is located right next to the
CN Tower, so you could easily to both on the same day. If you luck out with a nice day, we’d recommend
going for a walk along the Harbourfront. You can often find live music and various
events and exhibitions taking place, plus it’s a really nice area to enjoy a stroll. So after all of that sightseeing it was time
for a little snack break and we've gone for the BeaverTail. So we needed a little sugar pick me up here. And this is some kind of decadent little snack. Yeah. Take a look at here. We've got like copious amounts of Nutella,
basically peanut butter, peanut butter and then Reese's Pieces on top of that. Yeah, so this one is called the Triple Trip. And BeaverTails didn't originate in Toronto
but they are from Ontario so you definitely have to try them. From this province. And I've now had them in Ottawa and also Quebec
City so this is my third time ever having these. Oh, what a treat. Dig right in. How is that? Mmmmm. That is delicious. So good. Oh. Love Nutella, love Reese's Pieces. Yeah. And this is almost like a bit like a bit,
it almost reminds me a little bit of a churros consistency. Yeah. So it is basically fried dough and it is shaped
to look like a beaver tail. So no beaver in there, don't worry. No beavers were harmed. Yeah, no beavers were consumer in this. Yeah. Lots of peanut butter though. You can get it with lots of different toppings. So you can get Nutella and banana or icing
sugar, cinnamon. Yeah, I think the hardest thing is when you
go to order it because there is so much selection. So many options. But I'm always going to go with peanut butter
and chocolate so. Formerly known as the SkyDome, this stadium
is home to the Toronto Blue Jays. Baseball fans can take tours or catch a game
during the season. So it appears the hat collector has a new
one. Yes, the ever growing collection. The ever growing collection is getting a little
higher with this latest Toronto Blue Jays hat. And the Toronto Blue Jays are Canada's only
team in Major League Baseball and they're a pretty awesome team. They've won two world series both in the 90's. They have a really strong team right now. So if you're thinking of watching a baseball
game definitely go check out the Blue Jays here in Toronto. Woo hoo! Go Blue Jays. Graffiti Alley is located right between Queen
Street West and Richmond Street West, just west of Spadina Avenue. The area is covered in murals and cool graffiti,
and it was full of photographers and Instagrammers looking for the perfect shot when we visited. The Distillery District is one of the most
distinct neighbourhoods in Toronto. It is home to over forty heritage buildings
which were once at the heart of the whisky export. The area has been revitalized and you’ll
find lots of cafes, restaurants, galleries, and coffeehouses. This is also the setting for the Toronto Christmas
Market in December. We are in Chinatown. Yes. And compared to the day before when we were
out hanging around in Toronto today is much warmer. So we're ducking into this restaurant to cool
off a bit and we're getting dim sum. So the cool thing about Toronto is that you
can get just about any International cuisine you want. And we had a craving for di sum and we were
wandering around in Chinatown, so we're like, let's order some of our favorites. Mmmmm. That is really good. Super aromatic and flavorful. Really nice. Like many cities around the world, Toronto
has a thriving Chinatown. This can be a really fun neighborhood to explore
with lots of shops, eateries, and outdoor markets offering a good bargain. The main intersections for Chinatown are Spadina
Avenue and Dundas Street West, and you can then explore the side streets from there. Okay so now that we are well fed we're now
going to check out Kensington Market. This is a really artsy area with lots of graffiti,
markets and shops so it'll be fun. Let's go have a look. From Chinatown it’s just a short walk over
to Kensington Market, where you’ll definitely want to wander with a camera in hand. Kensington Market offers an eclectic mix of
hippie markets, vintage boutiques, record stores, hole in the wall bars, little bakeries,
and so much more. Next up, we have the Royal Ontario Museum
and it’s striking exterior known as the Crystal. It is the largest museum in Canada and covers
everything from dinosaurs to Ancient Egypt. So we're here at the Steam Whistle Brewery,
which is right across from Ripley's Aquarium. That aquarium was awesome but it kind of tired
me out. I haven't seen that many people for a long
time in one place. So coming over here and just having a pint. And the other cool thing that you can do here
is you can take a tour of the brewery itself. But we're starving so we're just going to
drink beer and eat some food. Sounds good. How is it? It is really good. Man, it is hot outside so cold beer really
tastes good on a hot summer day in Canada. Steamwhistle Brewing produces a premium Pilsner
lager and it has been voted one of the best microbreweries in Toronto. Just outside Steam Whistle Brewing you’ll
find the Toronto Railway Museum. They have a display of trains on site, which
is quite popular with families and kids. Another area worth checking out is Queen Street
West. This used to be a popular spot with university
students thanks to its cheap vintage markets, tiny bars, and indie cafes, however in recent
years it has become more gentrified. You can still find traces of Queen Street’s
artsy side, but in smaller doses. Another thing you’ll want to experience
while in Toronto is riding the streetcar. The city is slowly rolling out new streetcars,
but if you get lucky you might be able to ride on the classic vintage ones. Okay Sam, so do you want to tell us where
we are right now? Yes, so we're outside of the Hockey Hall of
Fame and even if you're not a hockey fan this is an absolute must visit thing in Toronto
because hockey is practically a religion in Canada and this is the Hall of Fame. This is basically where you get to learn about
all of the great players of the present, the past and just to learn more about the game. And you can also see the most iconic trophy
in all of North American sports - the Stanley Cup. Oh wow. So you've gotta come here. Pssh. Uh-uh. So of course Sam has dragged me to yet another
sporting center. Yeah, and this is the Air Canada Centre where
the Toronto Maple Leafs play in the National Hockey League. And I have to say this, they are my least
favorite team in the NHL, so do come to a hockey game but cheer for the opposite team. Wait, wait, wait. Why don't you like the Toronto Maple Leafs? Well, they're just a perpetually bad team
and they get way too much media coverage in Canada. And I'm a Blackhawks fan so that is why I
don't like them. Aside from hockey, the ACC is also home to
the Toronto Raptors of the NBA. Best place for Korean food! So we've just arrived in Koreatown with the
intention of exploring but we are starving so our first stop is a restaurant. So look at what we've got here. So we found a place that specializes in stone
pot rice but first up we're going to be eating our banchan which are the side dishes. And look at this. We've got some kimchi, spicy fermented cabbage. Man, that looks good. Look at that. Love the kimchi. Mmmmm. Oh yeah. Nice and sour. That is good. So we have a very happy boy today. My favorite Korean dish has arrived. Dolsot Bibimbap. And it is a stone pot Korean rice with assorted
vegetables, a little bit of meat and my personal favorite ingredient - the red pepper paste
called gochujang. Which I'm now going to add. And we just let that cook in there in that
hot stone bowl. And then you mix it all together. Oh yeah. Oh listen to that sizzle. Ho ho. That looks amazing. Dig right in. Uh, it is all stirred. And you know what, they've brought some extra
gochujang sauce. They realized that I appeared to be really
enjoying the mixing of it. And the spice. So let's try this now. That is like being right back in Seoul. That is a good thing. That is very authentic. Oh yeah. Lovin' it. My tongue is on fire. And this is what I'm having. This is a spicy kimchi stew or like a soup
with lots of tofu. Let's try that sundubu kimchi jiggae. Oh yeah. So I've already been drinking this for a while. And my nose is running from the spice. Like it is intense. But it is so good. Like even though it is burning you can't stop
eating it. You just want more. So yeah, I love this stuff. Mmmmm. So good. So good. Thumbs up. Aside from delicious food, you can also find
bubble tea shops, stationary stores, and noraebang if you want to sing karaoke into the night. From there we continued to Casa Loma. It may look like a castle, but this place
was built as a home complete with secret passageways, stately towers, and a whopping 98 rooms. It’s an unusual spot in Toronto and well
worth the visit. Across from Casa Loma, you’ll find Spadina
House. Setting foot in the house is like travelling
back in time as it is decorated in the style of the 1920’s and 30s. Another thing you can do in the city is enjoy
a campus walk through the University of Toronto. The campus has beautiful ivy-covered buildings
and lots of green spaces to lounge around. For all you foodies out there, Toronto also
boasts the St. Lawrence Market. Here you’ll find food stalls and restaurants,
as well as stands selling classic Canadian souvenirs such as bottles of Maple syrup. If you happen to visit Toronto during the
summer months, another thing to consider doing is renting a bike. Bike Share Toronto offers day passes which
are great for visitors looking to explore the city on wheels. The Art Gallery of Ontario is home to the
largest collection of Canadian art. It has pieces by the famed Group of Seven,
and the building itself also has a rather unique design. Last but not least, head up to Yonge-Dundas
Square. This is a lively intersection where you’ll
also find the Eaton Centre, which is a massive shopping complex. Make sure you don’t miss the glass gallery
with the giant Canadian geese. And that’s a wrap for TO! We hope you enjoyed this city guide and that
it gave you some ideas of what to see and where to go on your trip. As always if you have any suggestions of things
to do in Toronto that we may not have mentioned, feel free to share those with fellow travelers
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