Canada Holidays in Toronto

Toronto is the fifth largest city in North America and really is Canada's New York. It combines the bustle of being Canada's business centre, the culinary diversity offered by a large, multicultural city, a world-class theatre scene and is packed with attractions for the any holiday visitor. Toronto has also recently been voted the fourth most popular city in the world to live.

Toronto Sights

The CN Tower is still the world's tallest free standing structure providing an awesome view of the city to the Canada holiday maker. The observation level at over 1100 feet has a glass floor; it must be experienced to be believed. This makes a great Toronto Canada holiday activity.

Make time to visit the Art Gallery of Ontario while on your Canada holiday to Toronto, which houses the world's largest public collection of works by renowned British sculptor Henry Moore.

For sports fans, the Hockey Hall of Fame is also worth a visit - you can even see a replica of the Montreal Canadiens changing room.

Where to eat in Toronto

With a rich, multicultural population, Toronto offers virtually any variety of food imaginable while on your Canada holiday. Whether enjoying a fine meal at 360 - located at the very top of the CN Tower, or in the upscale Yorkville area, you'll love Toronto's diverse dining experiences.

Where to shop in Toronto

Welcome to paradise - a shopper's paradise, that is! Toronto is a place where you can literally shop until you drop. Imagine a retail experience that includes everything from upscale boutiques to an underground city featuring 1,200 shops in more than 10 kilometres of subterranean concourses. With numerous boutiques, malls, markets, galleries, department stores, and outlets, Toronto is a great place to shop, and a Canada holiday in Toronto is a great opportunity to do so.

Bloor-Yorkville - The neighbourhood is filled with antique shops, art galleries, jewellers and high-end designer boutiques.

The Eaton Centre - Here you find 350 shops, restaurants and services under an impressive, multi-level glass galleria.

The Beaches - In Queens Street East, you can explore Toronto's waterfront while you shop for organics and natural items, crafts and antiques. The street is lined with quaint antique shops, quirky stores and a cool collection of bars, cafes and restaurants. This area should not be missed while on your Canada holiday in Toronto.

Kensington Market - Don't miss it if you're looking for vintage clothing. In these tiny shops in a labyrinth of streets just west of Chinatown, you can also find fresh meat, produce and spices.

Queen Street West - Also known as the SOHO strip, Queen West is one of the hipper, trendier shopping scenes in the city. Try this area for a funky alternative sight-seeing experience when on your Canada holiday to Toronto. Filled with cool shops selling fashions that range from grunge to cutting-edge

Toronto Night Life

Deciding where to spend your evening during your Toronto holiday will be the only challenging part of your evenings when on your Canada holiday. You can satisfy a craving for champagne one night and unwind over a game of pool the next, or you could listen to live music every night of the week.

Toronto - Day trips

Niagara Falls is 90 minutes drive away and unmissable (see map).To hear the sound and see the awesome sight of over a billion gallons of water per second going over the famous 165ft gorge is one of the world's natural wonders. Many argue the Canadian side is the best side to see the falls from. The best views though are undoubtedly either on the lake on the 'Maid of the Mist' boats or above from the Skylon Tower. This is a Canada holiday must. Read more about Canada holidays to Niagara.

Just south of Niagara Falls lies an 'absolutely inspired' golf course, with 45 specially designed, challenging holes. There is also a fabulous club house. Check out www.niagaralegends.com for more information.

Beyond the vibrant and multicultural neighbourhoods of the city of Toronto are more fabulous attractions, plus breathtaking countryside, a world-class wine region and dozens of outdoor adventures - all just a short drive away, and very accessible to the Toronto visitor on a Canada holiday.

Getting around Toronto:

Explore Toronto on one of North America's finest transportation systems - the TTC (public transit).

Toronto Weather

Toronto summers are perfect for sightseeing or relaxing on the sandy beaches by Lake Ontario, whilst the winters can be very cold. However, if you wrap up warm, you can experience a true Canadian urban winter wonderland!

Toronto Hamilton airport information

Toronto Hamilton is a smaller airport than Lester B Pearson, and is slightly further away from the centre of Toronto; however getting through the airport is generally very quick so you arrive in to Toronto in comparable time Toronto Hamilton is located nearer to Niagara falls; so it's a good choice if you have a 2 centre holiday planned.

Toronto Top Tips

Toronto is a multi cultural dream of diversity. Discover the fusion of cultures offering unparalleled variety in a heady, spicy mix of activities, aesthetics and cuisine. You may come across a street vendor selling soy hot dogs or a building dating back to the settlers’ time alongside sleek, modern architecture. The Mayor’s posh ‘limousine’ is a fuel-efficient hybrid!

Take advantage of the great ‘transit token’ system used for travelling around the city, and explore the many neighbourhoods. Try out Corso Italia, Greektown on the Danforth, Gerrard India Bazaar, or any others of Toronto’s fantastic areas, ripe for exploration.

Toronto is safe – in fact, it's one of the world’s safest cities. Relax and enjoy. Be secure in the knowledge that the emergency services, if called upon, are dedicated and multi-lingual!

Toronto makes a great holiday destination, no matter what time of year you decide to pay it a visit! Toronto is on practically the same latitude as northern California, and enjoys the warmest springs and summers in Canada.