Explore Toronto: 25 Must-Do Things In Canada's Vibrant City

welcome to Toronto this vibrant city is not just Canada's largest but a melting part of cultures ideas and experiences a bustling City nestled on the shores of Lake [Music] Ontario in this video I'm going to share 25 must SE attractions in Toronto I'm driving to Toronto from London Ontario and I have reached Toronto so this is the capital city of the province of Ontario in Canada the number one musty attraction while in Toronto is not other than CN Tower this iconic Landmark is the tallest freestanding structure and offers panoramic views of the city and Lake Ontario I've been to cant Tower a couple of times so that me clicking tons of pictures from the observation deck on the main observation level there's also a glass floor it was quiet thrilling now if you're looking for an adventure at CM Tower here is Edge walk the world's highest full circle handsfree walk and the first of its kind in North America if you're a thrill seeker and a foodie you must visit the 360 restaurant located within the CN Tower so this restaurant revolves 360 de every 72 minutes so you can enjoy Ever Changing vists of the city skyline Lake Ontario and Beyond this restaurant offers not only a culinary journey through Canada's flavors but also a visual Feast of Toronto skyline making it a truly Unforgettable dining experience at top the CN tower go to CN to.ca and click on get tickets so there's a link C pricing options at a glance click on that so tickets can be purchased up to 30 days in advance so here's the option timed general admission this is to get to the main observation level so here are the pricing and there is another option Sky pod and timed general admission and here are the prices here is the price for Edge walk starting at $199 Canadian dollar skypod is a totally different experience you can go 33 stories higher from the main observation level and over there you will feel the tower Sway in the wind quite a thrilling experience if you're planning to dine at the 360 restaurant you must make the reservation so click on 360 reservations and click on the book now your table will be reserved our second spot is to see the Toronto sign at Nathan Phillips Square this Public Square in front of City Hall is home to the famous Toronto sign a colorful and illuminated display of the city's name that makes for a great picture in the spring summer and fall Nathan Phillips Square features a fountain in the winter the water fountain turns into an outdoor artificial ice ring this square is a busling Public Square located in the heart of downtown Toronto and it hosts a wide range of events festivals and performances throughout the year one of the most popular events held that Nathan Philips Squire is the annual New Year's Eve celebration here is the Old City Hall this stands as a testament to Toronto's Rich history and Architectural Heritage this is without a doubt a Timeless Beauty third musty attraction is Toronto Islands it's away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Toronto it's a group of small Islands Toronto islands are renowned for their natural beauty featuring lush green spaces Scenic walking and biking trails sandy beaches and panoramic views of the Toronto skyline one of the best ways to explore the Toronto islands is by canoeing around the islands my husband and I we took a sunset canoe group tour and it was totally worth it Toronto islands are a Haven for both birds and bird watchers it's an amazing bird sanctuary we spotted several birds like corand trumeter swans mute swans egrets blue herons ducks and beavers the view of the Magnificent Toronto skyline and CN Tower from the islands is just spectacular Toronto Islands host various events and festivals throughout the year there is a centeral amusement park featuring a variety of Rights games and attractions for children of all ages and you will get a view of the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport getting to the Toronto Islands we have to go to Harbor front so we can either take the water taxi it's only a 10 minutes ride or we can take a short ferry ride from the Jack Len Ferry Terminal if you drove to torono you can park the car at the harbor front from the harbor front to the ferry terminal it's only 6 minutes walk Ferry tickets can be purchased either from the terminal or go to toronto.ca Ferry and click on get the tickets and here are the prices the tickets are valid for round trips and yes we can take our bikes on the ferry free of cost that way we can explore the islands on our bike the fourth musty attraction is the Royal Ontario Museum or Rome the Rome is Canada's largest and most comprehensive museum with collections that span art culture and natural history from ancient times to the present the Rome boasts an extensive and diverse collection of over 6 million artifacts and specimens that's May stand standing in front of a barosaurus so the skeleton was from 150 million years ago there's the million dooll coin a popular attraction at the ROM drawing visitors from around the world who are fascinated by its size Purity and intrinsic value you can get the tickets either from the front desk or you can get it online go to rom. n.ca and click on buy tickets and you can purchase the tickets over here so it will show the C calendar so $26 is for adults so they have discounts for students youth child and senior citizens fifth musty attraction while in Toronto is riple Aquarium of Canada it's an immersive Marine attraction located in downtown Toronto the aquarium features a diverse array of marine life from around the world housed in several themed Galleries and Exhibits throughout the year repas aquarium host special events theme nights and seasonal exhibits such as Shark Week Halloween events and holiday celebrations these events offer unique experiences and entertainment for visitors of all ages you can either purchase the tickets on site or you can get it online go to replace.com click on buy tickets so there are a couple of options click on time tickets and you can reserve your entry time here are the prices or you can get the Flex ticket so click on buy now so the advantage of flex ticket is that this is valid for onetime use within a year of purchase and this will make a perfect gift for someone with an interest in the wonders of the underwater world sixth must visit attraction is the Art Gallery of Ontario this is one of the most distinguished art museums in North America the ago boast a vast and diverse collection of over 100,000 works of art spanning various periods Styles and mediums to purchase the tickets you can either go to the art gallery and get it from there or you can get it online go to a.ca click on book your tickets for One Time visit it's $30 if you live in Ontario and if you're an art fanatic for $35 you can get the annual pass and you can visit this Art Gallery anytime seventh must visit attraction while in Toronto is the Ontario Place this is a waterfront cultural entertainment and recreational complex this is situated on three man-made islands along Toronto's Waterfront offering stunning views of the city [Music] skyline it has the world's first permanent IMAX theater and Ontario Place has been a popular venue for live events concerts festivals and cultural celebrations throughout the year when you're here you can enjoy views of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport eighth must visit attraction while in Toronto is caloma it's a historic mansion and an architectural Marvel featuring a blend of Gothic Revival and Edwardian Styles surrounding the Mansion are five acres of beautifully landscaped Gardens visitors can explore the gardens and enjoy the pan iic views of Toronto skyline date specific general admission tickets can be purchased online go to ca.ca under experience the castle click on plan your visit so you will be able to see all the prices over here so this is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. so please note the gardens will close at 400 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and 300 p.m. Thursday to Sunday they also offer on-site dining so click on onsite dining and you'll be able to view the menu and you have to make a reservation they also host special events and holiday celebrations so click on events and you will be able to see all the events so for Mother's Day they are hosting a high tea at the castle so you have to make the reservation online and this also includes admission to castala ninth must visit attraction is Kensington Market it is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood located in downtown Toronto this Market is known for its bustling streets filled with independent shops vintage boutiques specialty food stores and international eateries 10th must visit attraction while in Toronto is the Hockey Hall of Fame it's a shrine dedicated to the history of ice hockey celebrating the sports greatest players teams and achievements so this is a must visit for hockey fans and sports enthusiasts to book the tickets online go to hof.com so this is open daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. so click on plan your visit today and here are the price 11th must visit attraction is blor Street this upscale neighborhood is renowned for its luxury boutiques art galleries and high-end restaurants so it's a hub for fashion and culture hosting the Toronto International fil festival and other high-profile events exploring Blow Street provides a glimpse into the heart of one of Canada's most dynamic cities the 12th must visit attraction is the Toronto path it's an extensive underground pedestrian walkway Network it spans more than 30 kilomet it's one of the largest underground shopping complexes in the world offering a unique way to explore the city the path represents a fascinating aspect of urban planning and offers an intriguing Journey Through the Heart of [Music] Toronto 13th must visit attraction is the eatan center it's a bright and bustling multi-level shopping mall it's not just a shopping destination but a landmark and a meeting place every Christmas eaten Center will have the iconic Christmas tree this is 114 ft tall and is the tallest Christmas tree in North America 14th must visit attraction is Chinatown Toronto it's a dynamic and thriving neighborhood that offers a taste of Chinese culture Cuisine and Commerce in the heart of downtown Toronto 15th must visit attraction as St Lawrence Market one of Toronto's most famous and beloved landmarks it has been a destination for shop ERS food lover and tourists for over two centuries a visit to this Market offers a taste of Toronto's heart and soul 16th must visit attraction is The Distillery District it's a captivating blend of the old and the new so this is a pedestrian only Village is set within beautifully preserved Victorian era industrial architecture making it one of Toronto's most picturesque and popular destination ation for both locals and tourists 17th must visit attraction is the Toronto Zoo it offers not just a day of fun but also an opportunity to learn about and connect with the natural world emphasizing the importance of conservation and our role in preserving our planet's biodiversity for future Generations you can get the tickets online go to Toronto zoo.com click on plan your visit click on tickets and groups and get tickets you can also get group tickets so there are different packages for the Zoo admission tickets click over here so you can choose the date and you can also see the price for that date I'm going to select May 30th from the calendar and it will show all the prices based on the age so for adult age 13 to 64 it's 2820 and for child Age 3 to 12 it's 197 24 18th must do attraction is the Toronto Harbor boat tours it offers a unique and memorable way to experience the city from the perspective of its beautiful water front these tours provide stunning views of Toronto skyline the Toronto islands and the bustling Harbor area the view of the Toronto skyline at night is beyond spectacular to get the tickets go to harbor tours toronto. see a click on tours and schedule so you can see all the schedule and timings and click on buy tickets you can get the ticket for Toronto Harbor and Islands sightsee so this is for the boat you can also book the ticket for water taxi so Water Taxi you can go to the Toronto Islands so click on water taxi and all the details are given here so it's 1250 per person one way if you would like to go on a cruise you can also do that go to City experience I es.com so there are so many different packages so there are cruises for lunch Sunset Cruise dinner cruise so you can select the one that you would like and you can book the tickets online 19th must visit attraction is the Ontario Science Center it's a worldclass Science Museum located in Toronto Ontario it's an awesome opportunity to ignite curiosity Inspire Discovery and Foster a lifelong love of learning about the wonders of the natural world and the marvels of Science and Technology you can get the tickets online or you can get it from the center so go to ontarios sign center. CA click on get tickets so there are two packages so I'm going to click on the general admission so we have to select the date on the calendar and it will show the price I'm going to select April 17th on the calendar and we have to select an item I'm going to select exhibit hall admission there's also a combo ticket and it will show the price 20th Musto attraction is just roam around the city if you are a tourist I would highly recommend you guys just roam around the city and experience the multiculturalism Toronto is one of the most Multicultural cities in the world you can immerse yourself in the different cultures and Cuisines of the City by visiting its various neighborhoods and enjoy the night life Toronto has a vibrant and diverse nightlife and of course shop till you drop Toronto is a shopper Paradise if you're in Toronto and if you're planning to be in Toronto for a few days I'm going to share a few places you must visit that are close to Toronto so here is our 21st must visit attraction that's close to Toronto it's none other than the Majestic Niagara Falls here's the view of Niagara Falls in Winter Niagara Falls is one of the most iconic natural wonders in the world when you're here besides enjoying the Falls you can also do a lot of activities and adventure Avengers I have the detailed video about the top 35 things to do in Niagara Falls so I'll post the link in the description below check that out when you are in Niagara Falls I would highly recommend you guys stay in a room with the most stunning and breathtaking view of the niagar [Music] falls and here is the spectacular view of the illuminated Niagra Falls at night from the room if you want to know more about how to book the room with the best view of the Niagara Falls and which hotel to pick I have a detailed video I'll post the link in the description below how to get to Niagara Falls from Toronto if you're from Canada or from the US you can rent a car and you can drive to Niagara Falls in less than 2 hours you can reach Niagara Falls again it depends on the Toronto traffic if you're a tourist visiting Toronto you can hop on a bus and get to Niagara Falls so just search Toronto to Niagara Falls buses you will find a few shuttle services so here's one by flick bus so let's pick round trip Toronto to Niagara Falls pick the date and select the number of passengers and search so here is the price it's around $4.99 and there are different timings here's another shuttle service by Greyhound so I've picked round trip and picked the date number of passengers I just picked one and click search and you can select the time you would like and here are the prices here is another service by Niagra and Toronto tours so there are two pickup locations from the airport or from downtown Toronto so pick that and click on book now pick the date from the calendar I'm going to pick April 8th and it will show the price so the first one adults it also includes Hornblower boat cruise so that cruise goes very close to the Niagara Falls it's a thrilling one so if you don't want the boat cruise you can just select without that it's $99 Canadian dollar so this is for round trip 22nd must visit attraction that's close to Toronto is Niagara on the Lake it's a charming and picturesque town you can just walk around enjoy the historic charm and the stunning scenery there are several Waterfront parks and you can enjoy activities such as kaying canoeing and cycling along the Niagra river 23rd must visit attraction that's close to Toronto is Yorkdale Shopping Center this is one of the premier shopping destinations and it's renowned for its upscale retail offerings luxury Brands and elegant atmosphere it's like having all the luxury Brands Under One Roof so this shopping center offers a sophisticated and luxurious shopping experience if you're a tourist and looking for a specific luxury brand you will find it here this mall is 30 minutes driveway from downtown Toronto if you're coming from Toronto and if you don't have a car you can take the GO train or Go Transit there is a station inside the mall this is very convenient you don't even have to go outside so you can get to the train from the mall 24th must visit attraction that's close to Toronto is Squire One Shopping Center this is one of the largest and most prominent shopping malls in Canada this is located in Miss Saga it's 30 minutes driveway from downtown Toronto so this offers a diverse array of shopping dining entertainment and cultural experiences being a foodie I love the food District in this small we can explore and enjoy different kinds of Cuisines and food from around the world what I love about this shopping center is that it's very vibrant and dynamic it has a Cool vibe and offers a pleasant Ambience I have dined in this restaurant farsy Cafe it's a Contemporary Indian beastro known for its innovative take on traditional Indian qu Cuisine for special occasions I would highly recommend this restaurant you will also find tons of fast food places so come with an empty stomach and you can enjoy all the food pastries and desserts one of the desserts I really enjoyed is this brigados it's a traditional Brazilian dessert finally the 25th M attraction that's close to Toronto is oakwell it's a beautiful Town located along the shores of Lake Ontario it's known for its affluent neighborhood's Charming downtown area and Scenic Waterfront we can just roam around and explore unique shops dinet gourmet restaurants and pastry shops is the oakwell lighthouse it's a Historic Landmark located at the entrance of the oakwell harbor that's a wrap guys I hope you guys enjoyed watching this video and found this video help ful if you're visiting Toronto have a great vacation in Toronto every street tells a story every corner invites exploration so whether you're a visitor or a resident immerse yourself in this vibrant City if you like this video don't forget to give a thumbs up and subscribe to my channel take care everyone enjoy and [Music] bye [Music]

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Published: Thu Mar 28 2024