Considering that Toronto is one of North America’s largest and most diverse cities, it would be insane to suggest that someone could see all that it has to offer in only one weekend. However, if you’re planning on visiting the city but you’re crunched for time, you can definitely schedule your trip in a way where you can tackle some of Toronto’s major attractions. Here are some things you definitely should not miss on your next trip to Toronto.
Starting your Toronto trip with a visit to the CN Tower is like looking at a menu when you’re at a restaurant. From such a vantage point, you’ll be able to survey the city and have a greater awareness of the scale of the city and your location within it. Head early in the day to avoid the crowds.
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2. Yorkville Village - (55 Avenue Rd)
Head to Yorkville to spend an afternoon walking along the pristine streets and get some window shopping done.
3. Art Gallery of Ontario - (317 Dundas St W)
Head downtown to check out one of North America’s largest art galleries, the Art Gallery of Ontario. The gallery is full of important Canadian works of art, and collections of significant works from a range of time periods.
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4. High Park - (1873 Bloor St W)
Take the subway to High Park, a large, family-orientated area that spans 400 acres and hosts a dizzying array of activities and spectacles.
5. Bata Shoe Museum - (327 Bloor St W)
The Bata Shoe Museum is quite impressive. The museum collects, preserves, and showcases footwear from all over the world. For all you shoe-loving fiends: this museum is definitely one for you.
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6. Ontario Place - (955 Lake Shore Blvd W)
All throughout the winter season, you can catch the Winter Light Exhibition at Ontario Place. Hours of operation: every day from 4 pm to 12 am. Get ready to be amazed.
7. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada - (288 Bremner Blvd)
Who's ready for an aquatic adventure? This is one of Toronto's newest landmarks and visitors have been loving it. Located right in the heart of downtown, this aquarium showcases premium aquatic life. Get there early to beat the crowds.
