Toronto, the
capital of Ontario, is an active and multicultural city that offers an amazing
array of attractions and events. Perhaps the most famous point of interest is
the famous CN Tower, national icon and one of the largest buildings in the
world. Visitors climb to 15 mph in a dizzying elevator ride that lasts 58
seconds and then enjoy 360 degree views of the city from the refined restaurant
located at the top. There is plenty of things to do in Toronto even on a rainy day. Toronto Visitors can discover artwork and all the action in
the boutiques, galleries, theaters and cafes pedestrian district Distillery
District or walk the stylish boutiques of Bloor Street and Eaton's Centre. Then
you can enjoy theater worldwide, opera, symphonies and more in the thriving
theater district, or go to the beaches, the popular coastal area of the city
offering cafés, trendy restaurants and pubs for all kinds of people, from
bohemian artists to bankers.
What to Eat
-Try the
local flavors at the St. Lawrence Market, offering excellent products grown
locally and more.
Savor meals
in the world in Toronto's ethnic neighborhoods.
-Share a
heaping plate of Greek calamari, explores a mountain of handmade pasta and
cooked by a mama who still speaks Italian or venture with "new"
ethnic territories throughout the city.
Accommodation and Relaxation
-Delight in
the gracious hospitality of the historic Fairmont Royal York Hotel, please
check in at the newly completed Shangri La, the majestic King Edward or Ritz
Carlton, where luxury is the norm.
-Enjoy the
charm of boutique hotels such as Gladstone, where every room is a masterpiece
of an artist and mural decoration.
-Relax in
yoga and pilates studios, gyms and spas throughout the city.
Art and culture
-Discover
the most entertaining architecture and design trends in the megacity of Canada,
full of wildly creative projects that are redefining the urban landscape.
-Visit the
impressive Gallery of Ontario, redesigned by visionary architect Frank Gehry,
which houses the works of the Group of Seven and the 2,000-piece collection
donated by businessman Ken Thomson.
-Explore the
treasures of the Royal Ontario Museum, which not only has an amazing permanent
collection of Canada and the world, but also temporary exhibitions of first
level.
-Visit the
fascinating Bata Shoe Museum to admire 10,000 pairs of shoes, including shoes
red taco Marilyn Monroe and boots with silver platform used Elton John in 1973.
-Enjoy
world-class theater, symphonies, operas and more at Roy Thompson Hall, the
Canadian Opera House, the Ed Mirvish Theatre, the Royal Alexandra Theatre and
others.
Don't let
bad weather interfere with having a fun time. There is plenty of things to do in Toronto
even on a rainy day!
