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11 Things to do in Toronto
Ontario, Canada
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Toronto is one of North America’s most important cities. It is the most populous in Canada and the fourth most populous in North America. It is a mix of culture, technologies, history and other fields making it one of the most significant places in North America. This coupled to many other things attracts millions of people each year. And if you are reading this, you may be one of those. So let us introduce you to Toronto, and some fun things to do there.
Warning!
All the prices mentioned in this articles are in Canadian Dollars and not US dollars.
Last updated on 10/22/2025
1. The CN Tower
Let’s start with the biggest one. The CN Tower is a communication and observation tower opened in 1976. It overlooks the whole city of Toronto with its antenna standing at 553.3m (1815ft) above the ground. It’s a national icon for Canada, and definitely a must for anyone who wants to visit Canada and of course, Toronto.
The Attractions & Decks
You could definitely go to the CN Tower and stand at its base where you can enjoy a few attractions, but what makes it especially great – more than just its technical aspect – is its observation deck, or decks. Indeed, the tower has multiple decks. The first observation deck is the lowest one. It has a glass floor and features Atmosphere, an immersive art showcase. That deck also includes OverView, an edge leaning above the glasses of the tower, and the outdoor terrace of the tower. The second one is the main observation deck. Located 346 metres (1136ft) above the ground, this deck offers views of Toronto. Right above this level, you can find the 360 Restaurant offering a nice dinner with a stunning view of the surroundings. And this without moving since the platform is moving, completing a full rotation every 72 minutes. Finally, the last observation deck known as “The Top” is the highest observation platform of the western hemisphere at 447meters (1465 feet) high. From there you can see as far as 160 kilometers (100 miles) on clear days. That means you can see all the way to Niagara Falls and New York State in the U.S.
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​The CN Tower also features the Edgewalk, a walk outside of the tower with only a harness to hold you.
Admission
Timed General Admission (Main & Lower Observation Levels)*
Adult (14yrs - 64yrs ) – $45.00
Senior (65yrs+) – $32.00
Youth (6yrs - 13yrs) – $32.00
Child (3yrs - 5yrs) – $16.00
The Top + Timed General Admission
Adult (14yrs - 64yrs) – $57.00
Senior (65yrs+) – $44.00
Youth (6yrs - 13yrs) – $44.00
Child (3yrs - 5yrs) – $28.00
The 360 restaurant
Adults will have to spend a minimum of $75.00 per person and $40.00 for each child (age 4 to 12). Their reservation will include access to the main observation deck.
Edgewalk
Starting at $199.00
Discounts can also be found on the CN Tower website (see below on more information).
*The following prices are for tickets bought online which are slightly cheaper than tickets bough directly on site.
Hours
The tower is open all year round. All attractions have their own operating hours.
Main & Lower Observation Level and The Top – 9:00am to 9:30pm.
EdgeWalk – Open for the season
The restaurants also have their own time.
Address: 290 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9, Canada
Sea the Sky
This pass allows you to visit both the CN Tower (mentioned above), and Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada (mentioned below) within a period of 30 days from purchase.
Cost
Adult (14yrs to 64yrs) – $79.00
Senior (65yrs+) – $54.25
Youth (6yrs to 13yrs) – $54.25
Child (3yrs to 5yrs) – $26.75
2. Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Since we just mentioned it, let’s speak about Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada. It opened in 2013 and displays marine life from around the world. Exhibits of the aquarium include “The Dangerous Lagoon”, an underwater tunnel with a moving conveyor belt where you will be able to sand tiger sharks, roughtail stingray and green sea turtles. Another one is “The Canadian Waters” in which you will be able to observe species from around Canada.
Hours
Open daily form 9.00am to 11.00pm in summer. The aquarium closes at 9.00pm the other months.
Address
288 Bremner Blvd,
Toronto, ON M5V 3L9, Canada
Admission
Multiple types of admission are offered. If you desire to visit both the aquarium and CN tower, you can take a look at the Sea the Sky program. If you only want to visit the aquarium the most convenient tickets may be the Flex Tickets with the following prices:
Adult – $50.00
Senior (65yrs+) – $33.00
Youth (6yrs to 13yrs) – $33.00
Child (3yrs to 5yrs) – $15.00
Flex Tickets are valid for one year from the date of purchase. The aquarium offers other types of tickets as well as tickets for special events.
3. St. Lawrence Market
I don’t know about you, but for many, food is one of the biggest things of their travels. If that is your case, you can be interested in St. Lawrence Market. This public market divided into two buildings (North and South) features more than a hundred vendors with a wide range of culinary products. Definitely the place to be if you’re hungry. But not only, the market is dear to Toronto’s culture and history. St. Lawrence market was established in the 19th century and went through the hardship that happened in Toronto, along with the people. It has been destroyed, rebuilt, replaced and served as a post office or even the city hall for some time. The market is a significant place in Toronto for sure.
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Admission: The market is generally free of access. However, some events happening in the building(s) may be charged.
Address: 125 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1C3, Canada
4. Hockey Hall of Fame
If you don’t know it, Ice Hockey is one of, if not the most important sport in Canada. The Hockey Hall of Fame is dedicated to this sport with exhibits on the history of ice hockey, players, teams, the NHL and more. So if you like Ice Hockey or simply want to learn more about it, check it out!
General Admission: From Free to ~$25.00
Address: Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M5E 1X8
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5. Take a Trip to Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is surely something to see at least once in a lifetime. These three falls delivering a huge volume of water are stunning and offer a rare spectacle. The falls are located at the border between Canada and the United States. They are not directly in Toronto, but accessible with a trip taking about 1H30. So if you have a car, you could drive there. If you don’t, no worries, there are plenty of tours offered to do the trip.
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Once you are there
Since this article is about Toronto, we will only focus on the Canadian side of the falls. Queen Victoria Park offers views of the American and Horseshoe Falls (two of the three falls). This park is also well known for its display of flowers. Therefore, if you plan on going to see the falls, Queen Victoria Park can be a good place to go. A second very nice option to enjoy the falls is the Skylon Tower whose summit stands 160m (520ft) above the ground . The tower has two restaurants and observation decks (indoor & outdoor) overlooking the falls.
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6. Art Gallery of Ontario
The Art Gallery of Ontario (sometimes known as AGO) is one of North America’s biggest museums, and the second in Toronto. It displays a collection of more than 90000 works of Art. These include pieces by Renoir, Cézanne, Van Gogh and other masters. A must in Toronto for art lovers.
General Admission: From Free to ~$30
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The Museum also offers plenty of other tickets with various advantages. You can click on more information to see those.
Address: 317 Dundas Street West Toronto, Ontario M5T 1G4
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7. Royal Ontario Museum
If the Art Gallery of Ontario is only the second biggest museum in Toronto, that’s because the Royal Ontario Museum (also known as the ROM) is first. It is the largest museum and also the most visited in Canada. It contains a collection of over 18 millions items going from art pieces to natural history artifacts. The ROM has permanent and temporary exhibits. Permanent exhibits include Chinese Art, Egyptian artifacts, and more. The museum also offers tours. Overall, this is a nice visit in Toronto, and one of the best things to do.
General Admission: Starting around $20.
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Our Tip: The third Tuesday night of each month, the ROM is made available for free to everyone. However, tickets are required (no walk in).
Address: 100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6
8. Distillery District
In the 19th century, distilleries started to arrive and became a big part of Toronto. In fact, in that period Toronto became the largest distillation center in North America. Some of the rest of this past success has been destroyed, but some buildings are still standing today. These buildings were renovated, and are today part of the Distillery District which houses many breweries, restaurants and shops. The old brick buildings offer a nice little environment to walk, eat and drink.
Address: 55 Mill Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 3C4
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9. High Park
If you have read other articles on Northern Latitudes, you know the drill. Major cities come with a park. For Toronto, this may be High Park. The 400-acre park is one of the city’s most appreciated parks. It features a small zoo, cherry blossoms and several little gardens. A nice spot to picnic, take a break and enjoy a sunny afternoon.
Address (Parking): Toronto, ON M6S 2X4, Canada
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10. Sankofa Square
Formerly called “Yonge-Dundas Square”, this spot in the core downtown of Toronto is a dynamic area to eat, shop or enjoy some performances. The square is in the same spirit as famous places like Time Square or Piccadilly Circus. It is often crowded and very touristy. The intersection is also often used as a venue for events within the city.
Address (of the square but not the parking): 1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada
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11. Kensington Market
Walk around and discover this colorful neighborhood. Kensington Market is one of Toronto's most well known neighborhoods with its Victorian houses, outdoor market or coffee shops. While reading other people’s opinion on the neighborhood, someone said that it has a lot of personality, and that’s a great way to put it. You may like it or not, but this place has something.
Address: There is no specific address as it is a neighborhood.
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