Whether you’re standing on the glass
floor of the world’s highest public observation deck of the CN Tower, or venturing 13
storeys below a roaring waterfall, Toronto’s attractions can certainly make a breathtaking trip for city lovers everywhere. And combined with the wondrous Canadian hospitality, as well as the chance to eat great food and visit craft breweries and wineries, direct flights from the UK make the destination easily accessible.
If you need a few reasons to fall in love with Toronto, try these:
The CN Tower, the famous Toronto waterfront and Niagara Falls are some of the most well-known attractions of the city - but there is so much else here to pack a few days or even more that it can easily rival its other north American counterparts. And Toronto is also home to world-renowned festivals that people flock from everywhere to attend, such as the Beaches International Jazz Festival which takes place in July.
Shop 'til you drop
If shopping is your thing, you can discover all kinds of treasures in Toronto’s diverse and colourful markets. Fill a picnic basket with fresh fruit and gourmet cheeses at St Lawrence Market and eat in one of the glorious city parks, or find funky vintage fashions in Merchants Flea Market. From exquisite antiques to one-of-a-kind finds to stylish award-winning designer clothing, there’s something to delight everyone.
Nature and art
Rugged and beautiful parks such as Ashbridge's Bay are some of Totonto's best places to be when the weather is warm. As in the case all over Canada, outdoor activities and recreation are order of the day, and there is much green space to be found for people keen to walk or be 'at one' with nature.
Or is art and culture more your thing? Then explore the spectacularly renovated Art
Gallery of Ontario (AGO), one of North America’s largest public art
galleries - or browse the many stylish spaces that showcase all forms
of local and international art. You might even find a fantastic performance to watch at the Canadian Opera House.
Historical Toronto
Museums and heritage sites open the door to Toronto’s enchanting history. Explore the city’s birthplace at Fork York Historic Site along with beautifully preserved old houses and inns, or step into Canada's past at Black Creek Pioneer Village - an authentically re-created 1860's Ontario country village. For natural heritage, nothing compares to majestic Niagara Falls.
Great for families
Toronto also makes an exceptional family destination - what youngster isn't going to be impressed with the Falls or the CN Tower? But not only that, there is the exciting Efston Science Science and Astronomy Superstore where children will find everything from telescopes, binoculars and microscopes to science kits for hands on fun, and the Ontario Science Centre is particularly a hot favourite. You could even head out of town for the African Lion Safari, where you will get to see a pride of majestic lions, rare cheetah, and a herd of graceful giraffe.
Buzzing nightlife
Action-packed days can lead to action-packed nights - whether bars and clubbing is your thing, or comedy, theatre or great food. Clubbers can check out the one-of-a-kind venue Circa, or those with a fondness for contemporary theatre and musicals might want to see what's going on at the Canadian Stage Company. If you'd like to enjoy a cocktail, dine and maybe do a spot of dancing, then MARO is the place for you.
All in all, Toronto really is a compelling city to visit for friends, families or couples - and is very easy to reach from the UK with direct flights from Manchester and London. Isn't it time you discovered this Canadian treasure?
Book a Toronto break:
If you've ever considered visiting Toronto, and even if you haven't, then now is really the time. There are some amazing deals on for spring breaks at the moment!
A 4 star weekend getaway to this exciting city in May could set you back as little as £555 per person for 4 nights departing on Thursday 14th May. This is with direct flights from Manchester or London, staying in the 4 star Delta Chelsea Hotel. Or for a more luxurious break, stay in the wonderful 5 star Fairmont Royal York for only £720 per person (based on two sharing).
Fancy going for the spring school holiday? Then 7 nights from Saturday 23rd May can be had at the 3 star Days Hotel Toronto Downtown for only £760 per person! A bargain indeed.
Many more hotels, dates and durations available - enquire now!
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