Toronto

CN Tower

View the city of Toronto and Lake Ontario from Canada’s famous CN Tower, a 553-metre-high architectural and engineering marvel. Check out three observation levels—visibility can reach up to 160 kilometres on a clear day. Dare to look 342 metres down at the city landscape from the Glass Floor.

Then take a seat at one of Toronto’s finest dining establishments, 360 The Restaurant at the CN Tower, and savour outstanding Canadian cuisine surrounded by a panoramic city view. And for the ultimate adrenalin rush, step out on the restaurant roof with EdgeWalk, the world’s highest full-circle, hands-free walk on a ledge, and go around the top of the CN Tower’s main pod, 356 metres above ground!  

The CN Tower is open to the public all year.

Distillery District

Discover Toronto’s pedestrian-only Distillery District, a national historic site once home to a large whiskey distillery. Roam the cobbled streets lined with restaurants, bars, art galleries and boutiques. Admire the heritage buildings and brick-lined courtyards. Browse the more than 80 shops. And sample diverse menus, from comfort foods to fine cuisine, before taking in a show at one of the area's theatres.

If you’re in town during the holidays, check out the annual Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District and enjoy musical performances and fun-filled activities for the whole family. Take part in both summer and winter activities at the Distillery District.

The Royal Conservatory of Music

If you’re a music lover, make sure to attend a concert at The Royal Conservatory of Music, one of the world’s largest and most respected music education institutions, established in Toronto more than 130 years ago. Do you prefer opera or pop? Do you like classical or jazz? Check out the conservatory’s list of concerts and treat your loved ones to a musical evening in one of its beautiful performance halls built to acoustic perfection. Enjoy the show!
 

You can attend a concert at The Royal Conservatory of Music any time of the year.

Yonge Street

For superb shopping, dining and entertainment in downtown Toronto, head to Yonge Street, one of the city’s most famous areas. Stop by the CF Toronto Eaton Centre, an airy shopping mall modelled after Europe’s indoor gallerias with lots of natural light, and check out its trendy shops and restaurants.

If you’re a hockey fan, head to Toronto’s Hockey Hall of Fame and discover the largest collection of hockey memorabilia in the world, and even get an up-close look at the Stanley Cup! Come evening, grab a bite at one of Yonge Street’s stylish restaurants, and then take your mate to a movie, the theatre or a free concert at Yonge-Dundas Square, a popular outdoor venue in the heart of the city. You can enjoy activities on Yonge Street any time of the year.

You can enjoy activities on Yonge Street any time of the year.

Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

Dive into a colourful aquatic world at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada in downtown Toronto. Discover North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel containing more than 5.7 million litres of water!

Explore nine different galleries. Watch the impressive biodiversity of the Great Lakes at Canadian Waters. Come face to face with jaw-dropping species at Dangerous Lagoon. Observe four species of jellies, stunningly presented in backlit tanks, at Planet Jellies. And see how stingrays use their fins like wings to fly through the water at Ray Bay.

Plus, enjoy several touch exhibits and watch daily interactive dive shows.

You can visit Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada any time of the year.

Toronto Islands

Have you ever walked from one island to another? A short ferry ride from downtown Toronto will get you to the lush Toronto Islands (also called Toronto Island Park), located on Lake Ontario.

Once there, you can hop between 15 islands via interconnected pathways, bridges and boardwalks, and enjoy the various activities each one offers. Go swimming, biking, canoeing or kayaking. Take your kids to the amusement park, or visit a 200-year-old lighthouse. Then go on a picnic on a large grassy field, admiring the Toronto city view in the distance.
 

It’s best to visit the Toronto Islands in spring and summer.

Niagara Falls

Explore the thundering roar and amazing power of the mighty Niagara Falls, a popular tourist attraction less than two hours from Toronto. Take an exciting boat tour and experience the falls from up close. You can even see this majestic site from two outdoor observation decks located below and behind the falls.

If you prefer to witness the waterfalls from above, take a thrilling helicopter ride for impressive views from new heights. Stay till the sun goes down and witness the Niagara Falls light up in the glowing colours of the rainbow. If you’re visiting in winter, watch the lights dance on the frozen landscape. It’s quite mesmerizing!

You can visit Niagara Falls in both summer and winter.