Darlene's Guidebook
Sightseeing
To see live science shows and demonstrations, interesting and fun exhibits.
426 locals recommend
Ontario Science Centre
770 Don Mills Rd.To see live science shows and demonstrations, interesting and fun exhibits.
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
288 Bremner BlvdOne of the tallest buildings in the world, you can see the entire city from the observation deck.
3509 locals recommend
CN Tower
290 Bremner BlvdOne of the tallest buildings in the world, you can see the entire city from the observation deck.
One of Canada's premier museums located in a beautiful building
2332 locals recommend
Royal Ontario Museum
100 Queens ParkOne of Canada's premier museums located in a beautiful building
One of the largest museums/galleries, there is a large collection of art and pieces from Canada and around the world. There are often temporary exhibits on display.
2262 locals recommend
Art Gallery of Ontario
317 Dundas St WOne of the largest museums/galleries, there is a large collection of art and pieces from Canada and around the world. There are often temporary exhibits on display.
Lots to see and do. Take a guided tour, go on a hike, shop at the farmers market.
Children's Garden at Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview AvenueLots to see and do. Take a guided tour, go on a hike, shop at the farmers market.
Tour a historic mansion and experience the grandeur from over a century ago.
1217 locals recommend
Casa Loma
1 Austin TerraceTour a historic mansion and experience the grandeur from over a century ago.
St. Lawrence Market
93 Front St ELots of vendors and specialty items in historic buildings.
Toronto Islands
Great place to visit in the summer.
Distillery Historic District
55 Mill StYou can drive or you can take GO transit. https://www.gotransit.com/en/travelling-with-us/promotions-and-events/niagara
1604 locals recommend
Niagara Falls
You can drive or you can take GO transit. https://www.gotransit.com/en/travelling-with-us/promotions-and-events/niagara
The Beaches
Ontario Place
955 Lake Shore Blvd WEnjoy the park by the waterfront. Outdoor and indoor activities.
See the main city square that hosts many events. In the summer, there's a weekly farmer's market. In the winter, enjoy ice skating.
350 locals recommend
Nathan Phillips Square
100 Queen St WSee the main city square that hosts many events. In the summer, there's a weekly farmer's market. In the winter, enjoy ice skating.
Neighbourhoods
Chinatown
292 Spadina Ave.Lots of choices for food snd shopping.
Multicultural shops and dining. Nice to stroll around during and enjoy the entertainment on car free Sundays in the summer.
Kensington Market
Multicultural shops and dining. Nice to stroll around during and enjoy the entertainment on car free Sundays in the summer.
International mix of cafes, restaurants, bars and eclectic boutiques.
194 locals recommend
The Danforth
International mix of cafes, restaurants, bars and eclectic boutiques.
Festivals and events at downtown waterfront. Lots of restaurants too.
217 locals recommend
Harbourfront
Festivals and events at downtown waterfront. Lots of restaurants too.
Food scene
Dave's Hot Chicken
2066 Yonge StreetGreat tasting fried chicken
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
91 Dundas St EGreat flavours. Good size portions. Friendly service.
Star King
2350 Yonge StTasty Vietnamese/ Thai for takeout
Juicy Dumpling in Midtown
2150 Yonge StreetGreat takeout spot for delicious soup dumplings.
Padaria Toronto
5 Manor Road EastThe pão de queijo and beef pastel are very tasty.
Thobors Boulangerie Patisserie Café
1116 Eglinton Ave WGreat macarons, pain au chocolat and almond croissants.
Punto Gelato
2076 Yonge StRenamed Gemma Gelateria
Madame Saigon (Midtown)
City advice
Getting around
Subway is nearby
You'll need to purchase ticket and you can travel multiple times for up to 2 hours. Children up to 12 years old ride free.
Don't miss
Food shopping
Nearest grocery stores: Sobeys at 22 Balliol Street, Farm Boy at 2149 Yonge Street or Metro at 2300 Yonge Street. Fruits and vegetables at Fruits Basket (1919 Yonge Street). Dollarama for non-perishables. LCBO for wine, spirits (2300 Yonge Street or 1965 Yonge Street).
Ways to save
CityPASS to save on attractions
Consider buying the CityPASS if you plan to visit: CN Tower, Ripley's Aquarium, Casa Loma, Royal Ontario Museum and choice of Ontario Science Centre or Toronto Zoo.