Canada’s Queen City.
Toronto’s modern architecture and friendly locals create a vibrant and lively city. It’s impossible not to enjoy yourself in such an exciting atmosphere.
The city’s most famous landmark is the CN Tower. The building stands at over 1800ft and was once the tallest free-standing structure in the world (now 9th tallest). Tourists can take in the views of Toronto from three observation decks: the LookOut Level, SkyTerrace and SkyPod. They will also have the opportunity to walk along the glass floor which lies 1122ft above the ground. For the more adventurous tourist, there is the EdgeWalk. This experience allows you to walk around the edge of the tower. If you time your visit well enough, you may even catch a bird’s eye view of the Rogers Centre – home of the Toronto Blue Jays – with its roof open.
Toronto’s beautiful Harbourfront boasts stunning views of Lake Ontario and the city’s islands. It’s a modern area which features several trendy bars, restaurants and apartment buildings. The Toronto Music Garden, a public space designed by cellist Yo-Yo Ma, was added to the area in 1999 and is one of the most picturesque sights in the city. Just a short distance away from this garden you can find Ireland Park – a tribute to those who arrived in Canada after fleeing Ireland during the Great Famine.
Top Tips
- Plan the sights you want to visit in advance. Queues for popular attractions can be long, so make sure you’ve planned enough time for them.
- The Toronto Transit Commission operate buses, streetcars, and subway services which cover all the places you’ll want to visit. Use their website to plan your journey.
Recommendations
Activities – Go to a Blue Jays game and find your inner baseball fan, and take the ferry over to Toronto Island Park for a fun day out.
Food – Get a taste of the real Canadian cuisine and try some poutine.
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