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What to do and see in Downtown West, Canada: The Best Things to do
We've heard Toronto described as "New York City run by the Swiss," and it's true—you can find world-class theater, shopping and restaurants here, but the sidewalks are clean and the people are friendly. The best place to start is literally at the top—the CN Tower, the tallest freestanding structure in the Western Hemisphere.
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1. Tiki Taxi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Tiki Taxi offer a scenic, fast and fun way to get to Toronto Islands.
Reviewed By SlamDoggity
What a wonderful experience of zooming across the Harbour Bay, puttering along shady silent canals and drifting while photographing swans and cygnets being trained by their parents to swim and eat seaweed. Thank you to Captain Mario for making the trip so memorable with the comfortable seating, romantic music, soft breezes and forgetting all about our recent Covid life.
2. CN Tower
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4.5 based on 25,013 reviews
At a height of 553.33 m (1,815 ft., 5 in), the CN Tower is Canada’s National Tower, an engineering Wonder, award-winning dining & entertainment destination, and Toronto’s “must-see” for over 4 decades. Rocket to the top in a thrilling 58 second ride aboard glass fronted elevators. Spectacular views overlooking up to 160km (100 miles) from 3 observation levels including, the LookOut Level with floor-to-ceiling panoramic Window Walls, the world famous Glass Floor including Outdoor SkyTerrace and SkyPod, the highest of them all. Experience the thrilling EdgeWalk, the World’s Highest Outdoor Walk on a Building. Enjoy award-winning Canadian cuisine and breathtaking revolving views at 360 Restaurant, the perfect place for entertaining or celebrating. Plus, visual displays and exhibits on the history of the CN Tower, KidZone play area and unique Canadian artisan and souvenir shopping in the Gift Shop. Don’t miss the architectural illumination of the Tower each night from dusk to dawn.
Reviewed By Rocker08
We were fortunate to get a table right by the window.. the revolving restaurant has great views of the city as you are slowly moving... the coolest is to watch the flights taking off and landing into Billy Bishop airport.
3. Hockey Hall of Fame
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4.5 based on 4,054 reviews
Honor the achievements of some of the greatest stars in hockey at this shrine to Canada's national sport.
Reviewed By dave4559
Recommend a stop here if you are a hockey fan, make sure you have some time to see everything, lot to see and do, son was able to shoot pucks, lots of history and the trophy room was incredible.
4. Rogers Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,916 reviews
With its retractable roof, in-house hotel and Hard Rock Cafe, the home turf of the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Argonauts is truly a sight to see.
Reviewed By M3368DPjohnm - Toronto, Canada
My father, has a disability and needs a walker, called the dome and they set up handicap parking underneath the dome. We walked twenty feet to the elevator. Then to the 100 section seats which was another twenty feet, unbelievable, so easy, so convenient, just a great afternoon at the ball park. The Jay's and the dome make it so accessible for disabled people to enjoy the game, bravo, your the best
5. Roy Thomson Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
This curved glass structure, a downtown architectural landmark, is a well-known concert hall.
Reviewed By ChefDorisFin - Toronto, Canada
Since TSO Soundcheck began offering 19-35 year olds $19 tickets to concerts every month, I have been attending a lot more symphonies and getting my dose of musical therapy. I love this location, the structure makes for balanced acoustics and their movie nights accompanied by orchestra are especially worthwhile to attend. The location is easy to access from the subway (just a walk up the stairs, never needing to step foot outside...great for winter) and easy to find parking in the area. For anyone parking before Nov 1st 2018, use code "kingpilot" on the green p parking app for 2 free hours of parking anywhere near king street.
6. Royal Alexandra Theatre
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4.5 based on 1,403 reviews
A masterpiece of beaux-arts architecture, the historic Royal Alexandra is Toronto's senior theatre and, at 101, never having been converted to any other use, the oldest continuously operating legitimate theatre in North America.The Royal Alexandra is also North America's first truly "royal" theatre - "royal" by patent from Edward VII - named with royal permission for his consort, Alexandra, a Danish princess and great-grandmother of the present queen.
Reviewed By jimbS8651DH
There are many excellent musicals around, all entertaining. But Come From Away eclipses them all. It’s not based on a fictitious story line, but on a real event. If that’s not enough, it’s one of those events that most of the audience members recall personally. “I remember what I was doing when...”. Add to that the amazing performances of the talented cast members, effortlessly transitioning from one character to another; the excellent musical score; the mood swings from laughter to tears and back again; the superb lighting changes; the random acts of kindness; and the fact it’s unabashedly Canadian. See it, and tell your friends!!
7. Scotiabank Arena
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4.5 based on 1,747 reviews
Scotiabank Arena is Canada’s premier sports and entertainment venue and home to the NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs, NBA’s Toronto Raptors and the NLL’s Toronto Rock. Owned and operated by MLSE, Scotiabank Arena opened its doors in February 1999 and has been recognized with more than 40 industry awards highlighting the venue’s security, accessibility, fan service, environmental commitment, sales and box office service. It has also hosted over 39 million fans at over 2,600 events.
Reviewed By G285DJsm
Bought playoff tickets off a friend who has season seats and had a great time Raps beat Golden State in game 1 of the NBA Finals lots of celebs there including DRAKE and Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays players also former Raptors players get tickets for a game or concert and you will have a awesome time!
8. Toronto Harbour
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4.5 based on 532 reviews
Encompassing the city's downtown area, the harbor is known particularly for its shops, restaurants, ferry terminals and marinas.
Reviewed By michaelaT8138GW - Toronto, Canada
This is a great place to spend time....the options are endless. Terrific cycle and or jogging/walking trail that goes for many kilometers along the lake (and links to many streets and cycle paths going north into the core). It has harbourfront centre with art and entertainment spaces, right next to the Queens Quay indoor mall riddled with shopping and dining, and the Power Plant art gallery. Lots of good spots along the waterfront to take the sun too. There are stretches of grass to sprawl out on, muskoka chairs to take the sun, and the odd picnic bench for a bite or a card game. This is a happening, lively part of a vibrant city. Rent a canoe! Rent a paddleboard, go for a cycle.....take a walk, then have a bite to eat. Enjoy!
9. Toronto Island Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,440 reviews
Park consisting of four main islands and containing trails, beaches and children's amusement rides.
Reviewed By chefbynite - Toronto, Canada
Apart from the fact that everything closes at five? The Islands are beautiful and offer stunning views of the Toronto Skyline, the ferries run till midnight and it’s a cheap return fayre, well worth a visit, just pack a picnic if going to be staying to watch sunset!!
10. Toronto Symphony Orchestra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 297 reviews
Founded in 1922, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra is one of Canada’s leading cultural institutions. Today, more than 225,000 patrons and over 50,000 students visit the Orchestra at Roy Thomson Hall each year, and an additional five million Canadians tune in to concert broadcasts on CBC Radio. Under the leadership of Music Director Peter Oundjian, the Orchestra has increased recording and touring projects to include a self-produced record label, and performances throughout the US and Canada. The Orchestra continues to develop its international presence by being an active commissioning body for new Canadian and international works, as well as attracting distinguished guest artists and conductors to performances at Roy Thomson Hall.
Reviewed By Brooksje - Lambton Shores, Canada
I went with two teenagers to see the symphony. They were performing works by American composers. The orchestra is an excellent group of very talented musicians. The venue has amazing acoustics and the program was very well thought out and orchestrated. Definitely a good place to go to see world class musicians
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