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Being from Ottawa you always heard Toronto Was the muder Capital of Canada and it was best to stay away. Well I was definatly wrong to stay away. Me and My girlfriend from Holland came to Toronto and it was such a great city. Like a cross betteen London and New york. We did the nomal tourist...more Being from Ottawa you always heard Toronto Was the muder Capital of Canada and it was best to stay away. Well I was definatly wrong to stay away. Me and My girlfriend from Holland came to Toronto and it was such a great city. Like a cross betteen London and New york. We did the nomal tourist things like the CN tower, Casa Loma and the Toronto Islands. But Toronto is a great place just to walk and relax and have fun as a couple. It\'s fillled with fun restaurants and shopping malls. The food was amazing a diverse we didn\'t have time to be bored in such a wonderfull city.close

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by jeffb8602 – posted on May 27, 2008

11

Great city to visit or live in. I lived there for a year couple of years back and would recommend it for anyone wanting to miss out the US but still get a taste of north america. The people are friendly, the culture familar and the work life enjoyable. The social scene could be more lively but...more Great city to visit or live in. I lived there for a year couple of years back and would recommend it for anyone wanting to miss out the US but still get a taste of north america. The people are friendly, the culture familar and the work life enjoyable. The social scene could be more lively but all in all a great city and great things to see and do. Winters can be a bit harsh thought, bbrrrr!close

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by Goldfish – posted on Nov 22, 2007

10

Toronto was fabulous - lots to see and do during the day and night. It's not too expensive and you can find cheaper food/party alternatives if your budget is tight. Toronto has so much to see - bring good walking shoes and just wander the city and the different areas - it's totally safe...more Toronto was fabulous - lots to see and do during the day and night. It's not too expensive and you can find cheaper food/party alternatives if your budget is tight. Toronto has so much to see - bring good walking shoes and just wander the city and the different areas - it's totally safe and clean.close

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by baker-tamara1322 – posted on Apr 20, 2007

3

Apart from the CN tower and Niagra falls, theres little else to do sight seeing-wise. If you`re lucky enough to see a hockey game then that should pretty much cover it. Nightlife was really awesome - pity it finished relatively early, about 2-2.30am - and after-hours clubs, which are few and far...more Apart from the CN tower and Niagra falls, theres little else to do sight seeing-wise. If you`re lucky enough to see a hockey game then that should pretty much cover it. Nightlife was really awesome - pity it finished relatively early, about 2-2.30am - and after-hours clubs, which are few and far between, don`t sell drinks. I went during Easter weekend which was very cold for that time of the year, minus 13 wind shields, so I saw the falls in a blizzard - yes it was still snowing in April! Eating out was good, fairly pricey if you dont look around - i suggest lonley planet USA and Canada on a shoestring to start you off though I noticed there are plenty of places on King Street. Theres about 20 startbucks downtown and just as many with other well-known cafe franchises so theres plenty of places to chill. Overall Toronto is a great place to spend a few days in going out and soaking the atmosphere but I wouldn`t give it more than a week.close

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by ameir108662 – posted on Apr 6, 2007

7

The only reason why I say partying,activities, and chilling out is not so good is because if you don't have friends with you or you don't meet other great guests here then it would be lonely because it's very private and everyone has seperate rooms and there is no definitive...more The only reason why I say partying,activities, and chilling out is not so good is because if you don't have friends with you or you don't meet other great guests here then it would be lonely because it's very private and everyone has seperate rooms and there is no definitive meeting area with activities or tv or something. Free internet though.close

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by white8881 – posted on Feb 15, 2007

2

Toronto was a cool place to be, pretty cold during the winter months, which may spell trouble for people that aren't used to below average "cold" temps. The underground PATH system in downtown was awesome for getting around without freezing your ass off on the surface. Great sights...more Toronto was a cool place to be, pretty cold during the winter months, which may spell trouble for people that aren't used to below average "cold" temps. The underground PATH system in downtown was awesome for getting around without freezing your ass off on the surface. Great sights to see and plenty to do all around. Eaton Centre and Bloor street is the place to be for serious shopping. CN Tower, arguably the tallest free standing building in the world is worth a visit, just to stand under it and look up if you don't want to spend the $20CDN to go up the elevator. Those of you scared of heights, it's a LONG way up in a GLASS elevator so pls don't pee in your pants cuz there's no such things as "let me off" in the middle. Overall, great city to visit.close

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by kemuel – posted on Jan 17, 2007

2

Toronto is an awesome city! I was there on the same weekend of Nuit Blanche, an all night contemporary art exhibition, free all over downtown TO. I would definitely say at Clarence Castle again. It\'s located right behind the Entertainment District, walkable to Queen St W., downtown, and...more Toronto is an awesome city! I was there on the same weekend of Nuit Blanche, an all night contemporary art exhibition, free all over downtown TO. I would definitely say at Clarence Castle again. It\'s located right behind the Entertainment District, walkable to Queen St W., downtown, and Chinatown. UofT is further up but the TTC (street car) is right on Spadina. Oliver is a cool guy; he can hook you up with great places to eat and things to do around town.close

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by u238 – posted on Sep 28, 2006

2

I've stayed in many hostels. This was not the worst, but down there! If you like cramped, dirty rooms, 2 showers on the whole floor, a door that is broken off its frame, a bunk bed with no ladder, no lockers in the room, and wait 20 minutes in the rain for your breakfast, then this may be for...more I've stayed in many hostels. This was not the worst, but down there! If you like cramped, dirty rooms, 2 showers on the whole floor, a door that is broken off its frame, a bunk bed with no ladder, no lockers in the room, and wait 20 minutes in the rain for your breakfast, then this may be for you!! Great outdoor bar, walking distance to most of downtown, and right by a streetcar stop. Awesome location, crappy facility.close

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by leslie8655 – posted on Aug 31, 2006

4

Had the best time here at this 200 bed hostel.. Forget the Global Village unless you just want to get hammered and laid with some smelly pikey from God only knows where. I stayed at the Canadiana Inn for a whole month and had a very homely welcome everyday for the duration of my stay. Chris, the...more Had the best time here at this 200 bed hostel.. Forget the Global Village unless you just want to get hammered and laid with some smelly pikey from God only knows where. I stayed at the Canadiana Inn for a whole month and had a very homely welcome everyday for the duration of my stay. Chris, the proprietor, was very hands on in the running of the place and so there was never the "us and them" environment you so often see at many hostels. The whole set up of the place from the tea and coffee area, the patio/BBQ area, the fully equipped kitchen and laundry, the Internet and wi-fi, even the in house movie theatre in the basement; these are all aspects of the right combination which make the Canadiana Inn a winning formula. As soon as I set foot through the front door, I was immediately made to feel as though I was home by the welcoming of all the amazing Canadiana Inn staff. They all appreciate your circumstances albeit as they themselves have been backpackers before, so they all know the drill and will go out of their way to help you as best they can. As far as feeling welcome goes, within an hour of checking in, I'd already met Harry; the resident king of karaoke; and was dueting "Iris" by the Goo-Goo Dolls just over the road at the local pub, the Fox and the Fiddle. This set the pace for my stay here. It's lively, fun, safe, very clean - THANKS THERESA - and always a pleasure, never a chore. I highly recommend you stay here over anywhere else in Toronto. Go on, live a little and have your holiday YOUR WAY. Book yourself a stay here, you'll only regret it if you don't! Thanks guys for the best month ever! Kisses, Colette-Elizabeth. Blackpool, Lancashire - England.close

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by totalpla6699 – posted on Aug 28, 2006

5

Toronto is incredibly diverse. There are a wide variety of people, neighborhoods, foods, shops, museums, etc. Many cool places to visit like Toronto Islands and Casa Loma. Also, lots of great shopping in Bloor-Yorkville and Kensington Market. But where are the parks!? It often feels like...more Toronto is incredibly diverse. There are a wide variety of people, neighborhoods, foods, shops, museums, etc. Many cool places to visit like Toronto Islands and Casa Loma. Also, lots of great shopping in Bloor-Yorkville and Kensington Market. But where are the parks!? It often feels like you're always walking because you can't sit down and relax without paying for something.close

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by Moralb – posted on Aug 6, 2006

2