This urban metropolis is on a par with many of North America’s top cities. Toronto offers both a modern & a traditional side with architecture ranging in style from the ultra modern- like the CN Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the world, to traditional Victorian & Edwardian buildings found in the Rosedale & Forest Hill Downtown suburbs. The city is famous for its medley of cultures boasting its own Little Italy, Greektown & two Chinatown districts. The city comes alive through its various festivals throughout the year-including the famous Toronto Film Festival, which takes place annually in September, & Pride Week, one of the largest gay pride festivals in the world, annually held the last week of June. So whether it’s a wild party holiday or a cultural break- Toronto has it covered.
Reviews of Toronto from boo.com
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jeffb8602 says: “ 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
Posted: on May 27, 2008 |
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Apple-Kiwi says:
“ Don\'t forget to visit Toronto Scarborough/Markham eastern neighborhood, there are many nice shopping malls! {Scarborough Town Centre, Pacific Mall, Markham First Place etc}
Posted: on Jan 25, 2008 |
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Goninon48 says:
“ Toronto is a great place cold though, but lots of fun things to do. Hockey hall of fame to see the Stanley Cup was the highlight
Posted: on Jan 2, 2008 |
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Best things to do in Toronto
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Casa Loma- What?
- A castle.
- Where?
- Take the Subway to Dupont and then walk 2 blocks north.
- Anything else?
- Sir Henry Pellatt built this castle between 1911 and 1914 because of his life-long fascination with castles. He included many great features that you can now explore such as Elizabethan-style chimneys, Rhineland turrets and even secret passageways.
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The Distillery District- What?
- A 19th century distillery.
- Where?
- Take the Subway to King and then streetcar east to Parliament St.
- Anything else?
- This was once the home to Canada's largest distillery, the Gooderham-Worts Distillery during the 19th century. It was founded in 1832 by a miller named James Worts, who emigrated from Scotland. It hosts many events throughout the year.
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Toronto Music Garden- What?
- A specially designed music garden.
- Where?
- Take the Subway to Union, then LRT to Spadina.
- Anything else?
- This spectacular garden on the waterfront was designed by Cellist Yo-Yo Ma and landscape designer Julie Moir Messervy. They created this to invoke Bach's First Suite for Unaccompanied Cello. You can tour them with audio guides of music and narration.
Upcoming events in Toronto
Event data provided by eventful
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Apr 8
Nickelback with Breaking Benjamin, Shinedown...
- Price: 55.50
- When: Apr 8, 2010 (Thursday)
- Where: Air Canada Centre
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Mar 24
Symphonie Fantastique
- When: Mar 24, 2010 (Wednesday)
- Where: Roy Thomson Hall
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Apr 16
EMILIE-CLAIRE BARLOW
- When: Apr 16, 2010 (Friday)
- Where: Glenn Gould Studio
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Recommended Hotels
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Global Village Backpackers- What?
- Hostel.
- Where?
- Centrally located, a few minutes walk from the CN tower.
- Anything else?
- Boutique style private rooms available along with quads and larger multi bed dorms. Bathroom facilities are shared. All rooms are air conditioned and services offered include kitchen area, free wireless internet, security lockers and laundry facilities.
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boo rating 81%
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Canadiana Backpackers Inn- What?
- Hostel.
- Where?
- Centrally located, only 3 blocks from the CN tower.
- Anything else?
- Private single and double rooms, along with multi bed dorms available. Linen and towels provided on check-in. Bathroom facilities are shared. Wi-fi internet access is available throughout. Baggage storage and security lockers available for guest use.
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College Hostel- What?
- Large 138 bed hostel.
- Where?
- Central location in the Kensington market area.
- Anything else?
- The hostel has a variety of room types, from singles to large dorm rooms. Bathroom facilities are shared. Amenities offered include free internet access, in-room satellite television and direct-dial phones, laundry facilities and a fully equipped kitchen.
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Top Restaurants
| Chega Restaurant | ||
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| Canyon Creek - Front Street | ||
| Kultura Social Dining | ||
| Pan on the Danforth | ||
| Amaya's Bread Bar | ||
| Sidecar | ||
| Truffles Restaurant - Four Seasons Toronto | ||
| Senses Restaurant | ||
| Nyood | ||
| Mezza Misto |
Top bars
| Bar 244 | ||
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| C'est What | ||
| Panorama | ||
| Barrio Lounge | $$$$$ | 100% |
| Crocodile Rock | ||
| Whelan's Gate | $$$$$ | 80% |
| This is London | 20% | |
| Jersey Giant | 100% | |
| Comfort Zone | ||
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