Things to See and Do While Visiting Toronto

Many people don't know it but Toronto is a bustling place of excitement, thrills and nightlife. One gathering place for tourists as well as locals is the tallest building in the world - the CN Tower. The view from the top of the tower is spectacular. The view goes on for miles and you can even see Niagara Falls. Another popular site is the SkyDome where the retractable roof is only one of the features. Inside is a hotel, the Hard Rock Café, and a huge sports complex.

Paramount Canada's Wonderland theme park features rides, shows and a water park for a day of fun. Or visit the Centreville Amusement Park where over 600 acres are filled with rides and attractions enjoyed by children and adults alike.

When it comes to museums Toronto has some interesting ones. Bata Shoe Museum showcases over 10,000 footwear items spanning a period of over four thousand years. The Royal Ontario Museum has more than six million items on display, many intended to inspire and build understanding of our world.

Fort York, resting on seven acres, is a restored collection of 1812 buildings and artifacts such as memorabilia of the military life in the beginning of the 19th century. Black Creek Pioneer Village showcases 35 restored buildings from the 1860's with a Victorian theme of pioneer life of the times. Old City Hall was built in 1899 and is castle-like in appearance. The clock tower, War Memorial, and exhibit makes this a unique site.

The Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto honors the achievements of Canada's national sport all-stars. The Art Gallery of Ontario is the 8th largest art museum in Northern America featuring over 36,000 works over a period of a thousand years. The Ontario Science Centre showcases scientific discoveries and technology through exhibits.

Other famous and interesting museums include the Museum for Textiles, the Campbell House Museum, Mackenzie House, Canada Sports Hall of Fame, and the Children's Own Museum.