Interesting things to do in Toronto?

Question

Hi there...I'm going to visit my friend in Toronto next month and because she's going to be working a little bit while i'm there, i'll have to go exploring on my own for the first couple of days. Can you suggest any good places to see or things to do over there? I've also heard that it is a lot more expensive over there than it is here in Ireland. Is that true? Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

Answer 1

First of all you have to see CN tower, then the Zoo it's amazing, maybe Casa Loma (nothing special), Dundas square, High Park, Royal Ontario Museum, Eaton centre, Harbourfront, Hockey Hall of fame, Niagara Falls, Atrium, and a lot more. There is one thing called  City pass, it cost something aroun 100$ but you can save a lot of money on it.

Answer 2

Don't forget Chinatown.

Answer 3

trust me go to a place called jayne n finch

Answer 4

1)African Lion Safari

RR #1, Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2 · 519-623-2620

- First opened in 1969 with forty lions, this family-owned wildlife park has grown to include over a thousand animals. The animals roam freely in large habitats, and guests drive through safari-style. The park has a very successful captive breeding program, so you'll likely see some animal youngsters along the way. In addition, there's lots of other fun stuff to see and do, including Misumu Bay Wet Play area, Jungle Playground, animal demonstrations and performances, a train tour and a lake cruise. Safari Bus tours of the animal reserves are available for an additional fee. There are two full-service restaurants, several snack carts, and two gift shops in the park.

2) Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)

317 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1G4 · 416-979-6648

- This extensive museum is comprised of 50 galleries and represents all media and the best traditions of Western art. Its strongest collections are Impressionist paintings and the Canadian Group of Seven. The latter were a group of 1920s landscape painters who, through their use of bright colors, substantially influenced all Ontario painting. SUBWAY: Take the Yonge-University line to St. Patrick station, then the westbound streetcar to McCaul Street.

3)Bata Shoe Museum

327 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W7 · 416-979-7799

- Housed in Richard Moriyama's award-winning, five-story building, this museum is North America's largest shoe museum. The collection boasts over 10,000 artifacts spanning 4,500 years. Items displayed include shoes from notables such as Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, Elton John, Ginger Spice, Imelda Marcos, and an Egyptian smuggler who lived in 300 BC. SUBWAY: Take the Yonge-University line to St. George's station; Bloor is on the corner.

4) Casa Loma

1 Austin Ter, Toronto, ON M5R 1X8 · 416-923-1171

- This stately castle has been dubbed "a rich man's folly." Built in 1917 by Sir Henry Pellat (a financier and military officer) for the exorbitant price of $3.5 million, the home was a gift to his wife. Within ten years, it was valued at only $27,305. It features beautiful, 17th-century architecture, including Elizabethan chimneys, Rhenish turrets, underground tunnels, and secret passageways. The furnishings originally cost $1.5 million. Other features include a marble swimming pool, a 10,000-volume library and 15 baths. Even horses lived in luxury with their names engraved in 18-carat gold above their stalls. Self-guided audio tours (available in seven languages) are available at no additional cost.

5) CN Tower

301 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6 · 416-360-8500

- Built as a TV transmission antenna, this tower has come to be known as Toronto's symbol and is a huge draw for tourists. At 1815 feet, it's the tallest tower in the world. Currently serving 16 Canadian TV and FM radio stations, it's also the workplace of approximately 550 people and a popular entertainment destination. Its range of attractions and exhibits includes a digital animation program (Thrill Zone, which allows visitors a virtual bungee jump), a laser tag game, nightclub, 300-seat cafe, award-winning 360 restaurant (with the world's highest wine cellar!), shops, and a Simulator Theatre, which mimics airflight. All these facilities can be reached via the famous glass-faced elevator, which takes less than a minute to reach the observation deck.

6) Fort York

100 Garrision Rd, Toronto, CN M5B 1N2 · 416-392-6907

- These seven historical acres house Canada's largest collection of original buildings dating to the War of 1812. The restored fort is a designated National Historic Site, and many of the original buildings are surprisingly intact. Costumed staff perform frequent period demonstrations, and guided tours are available; both are seasonal, in July and August. Limited wheelchair access. Free parking.

7) Ontario Place

955 Lake Shore Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3B9 · 416-314-9900

- An international entertainment, cultural, and leisure complex, Ontario Place stretches across three man-made islands (and 96 acres) right off the Lake Ontario Waterfront. The beautifully landscaped complex offers lagoons, picnic areas, an IMAX theater, amphitheaters, mini-golf, pedal boats, boutiques, playgrounds, restaurants, pubs, and an amusement park. Each island is packed full of entertainment options for thrill seekers and wee ones.

8) Royal Botanical Gardens

680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4 · 905-527-1158

- The Gardens received a Royal Charter in 1930 from King George V and were opened to the public two years later. Recognized as Canada's largest botanical garden, it features 300 acres of colorful display gardens and 2,400 acres of wilderness at the western tip of Lake Ontario. Truly a scenic paradise, the garden boasts 8,000 different kinds of plants, and highlights include the world's largest collection of lilacs, 100,000 spring flowering bulbs, 3,000 rose bushes, 250,000 blooming iris, and 30 miles of nature trails. An estimated 400,000 visitors annually enjoy the gardens and participate in approximately 25 annual festivals and events, including  musical entertainments, garden tours, and children's activities.

9)Royal Ontario Museum

100 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6 · 416-586-8000

- Canada's largest museum and research facility preserves over six million treasures of art, archaeology and natural science. The ROM, as it's called, features an intricate Venetian glass ceiling that illustrates myriad cultures. Exhibits include everything from bats and dinosaur bones to a Ming tomb in the Chinese art and antiquities collection. The Discovery Gallery features hands-on displays created especially for children. SUBWAY: Take the Yonge-University line to Museum stop.

* i got this information from  http://www.10best.com/Toronto/

Answer 5

Toronto Blue Jays - Last MLB in the Hoser State - Not to be confused with the Hoosier State

Answer 6

Perhaps A Culinary Tour of the St. Lawrence Market & An Exploration of Historic St. Lawrence

Answer 7

it is more expensive because it is a big city, something you can do is go up the CN tower but check Toronto's website they have a lot of tourist info

Answer 8

The most interesting thing to do when in Toronto is to leave.