Tourist Attractions in Toronto

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Toronto

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About Toronto

Toronto is a large modern metropolis, a busy port on Lake Ontario and an important industrial centre of Canada. The city was founded on the site of an ancient Indian settlement in the 18th century, with the first colonists being the French.

Modern Toronto represents a genetic diversity of desperate seekers of a better life: subjects of the British crown, Irish, Italians, Jews, Chinese and Russians. Even in the 20th and 21st centuries, the city retained its status as a leading immigration centre.

The hallmark of Ontario’s capital is its state-of-the-art cultural centres, sports arenas and green parks. Slender rows of skyscrapers stand against the blue waters of the bay, white-washed yachts cruise along the shore, and contented Canadians stroll along the well-maintained streets. This is the picture that most vividly characterises the image of Toronto.

Top-20 Tourist Attractions in Toronto

CN Tower

 4.6/5

66861 reviews

A huge TV tower built in the 70s of the XX century. For about 30 years, the CNN Tower held the place of honour as the tallest building in the world (the height of the structure is more than 555 metres). The tower is equipped with a viewing platform with a glass floor. It has been estimated that lightning strikes the structure 78 times a year, but thanks to its strength and reliability, the tower withstands the elements.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Casa Loma

 4.5/5

27120 reviews

The original mansion was built in the early 20th century for a wealthy businessman, Sir G.M. Pellat. After some time he sold the castle because of his inability to maintain the property and pay taxes. Until the 30s the building was used as a hotel, and then it was given to the state. The castle was turned into a tourist attraction. From time to time it is rented out for private events.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Yonge Street

 0/5

A street that starts in the centre of Toronto and runs north to the border with the American state of Minnesota. Before the colonisation of America, Young Street was the site of Indian trails. Today, Young Street is one of Toronto’s main and busiest streets. It is home to many restaurants, night bars, shops, and clubs that are popular with visitors to the city.

Distillery District

 0/5

A trendy city centre district, formerly home to wineries and breweries. The former Victorian industrial buildings now house modern art galleries, restaurants and concerts. The Distillery District is considered a prestigious and fashionable neighbourhood, where locals and tourists alike enjoy spending time.

Toronto City Hall

 4.4/5

857 reviews

The new City Hall was built to replace the old City Hall in 1965. The city authorities announced a worldwide architectural competition, which was won by Finn V. Revelle. Revelle. Thanks to the construction of the Toronto City Hall building, this architect made his name famous all over the world. The building consists of two towers of different lengths and a round building in the middle – the hall where the city council meets.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Toronto Old City Hall

 4.6/5

591 reviews

A historical building from the end of the 19th century. After the construction of a new city hall, the old one was demolished, but the citizens stood up for the architectural monument. Nowadays, the old city hall houses the current city court. The ancient architecture of the building is favourably shaded by modern buildings located in the vicinity.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Legislative Assembly of Ontario

 4.6/5

279 reviews

The building was erected in 1892 in the Romanesque Revival architectural style, which very well reflected the exorbitant territorial ambitions of the British Empire. The Ontario Provincial Parliament sits inside. Italian marble and pink brick were used in the construction. The interior is characterised by moderate luxury. The galleries are adorned with fine wood panelling and the windows with fanciful stained glass.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Royal Ontario Museum

 4.7/5

33835 reviews

The museum is located in an unusual and original building of modern architecture. Externally, it resembles an orderly pile of geometric figures or a huge crystal with irregular edges. The walls of the museum glow with the cold shine of grey metal and glass. The Royal Museum houses more than 6 million artefacts: dinosaur bones, art, weapons, clothing, everyday objects and much more.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Art Gallery of Ontario

 4.7/5

16235 reviews

The gallery is considered one of the largest museums in North America. The collections are housed in 50 rooms with a total area of more than 45 thousand m². Among the valuable exhibits of the gallery are paintings by Picasso, Degas, Van Gogh, Renoir, Rembrandt, Gauguin, Monet and Rubens. The museum also presents works by famous Canadian painters: D. Wall, D. Altmeid, F. Sullivan and others.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Ontario Science Centre

 4.4/5

14367 reviews

A museum designed to showcase and popularise the scientific achievements of mankind. It was founded in 1969. On the territory of the museum you can see with your own eyes the latest developments in physics, astronomy, medicine, biology and other fields. An impressive part of the exposition is devoted to space exploration and related tasks. The museum is aimed at the general public from the youngest to adult visitors.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Gardiner Museum

 4.4/5

377 reviews

The exhibition was founded in 1984. The museum’s collection is entirely devoted to ceramics and the fields related to this craft. It is based on the private collection of ceramics of the Gardiner couple. Now there are about 3 thousand exhibits in the museum funds. There are samples of ceramics from ancient Indian tribes, the Renaissance, Japanese and Chinese porcelain, English tableware and much more.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Bata Shoe Museum

 4.4/5

1958 reviews

The museum’s collection was assembled by the founder of the Bata shoe company and his wife. It all started with a few samples of shoes that Sonia Bata brought back from various trips. At the moment the exposition occupies three floors of a separate building. There are more than 12 thousand samples from all over the world. There are even completely “fossilised” pairs from Ancient Egypt, antique sandals and medieval boots.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

Hockey Hall of Fame

 4.7/5

5269 reviews

As you know, Canada is a leader in world hockey, and the sport is literally worshipped here. The Hockey Hall of Fame is an exposition dedicated to the development and formation of Canadian hockey. Here you can learn about the history of the NHL, read biographies of great players, see hockey uniforms and equipment of teams from different countries.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Rogers Centre

 4.5/5

29912 reviews

A multifunctional entertainment centre that includes a sports stadium, shopping arcades, cafeterias and concert venues. It was erected in 1989. The Rogers Centre sports arena can accommodate up to 50 thousand spectators. The building is equipped with a convenient sliding roof, which allows football or basketball matches to be held in all weather conditions.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

CF Toronto Eaton Centre

 4.4/5

50338 reviews

A shopping and office centre located in the heart of downtown Toronto. In fact, it was invented by Timothy Eaton, who in the 19th century founded the largest retail chain in Canada. At first it was a small family shop, which gradually grew into a large mall. The Eaton Centre is home to boutiques and showrooms of many Canadian and American brands.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM

St. Lawrence Market

 4.6/5

32238 reviews

St. Lawrence is one of the largest markets in Canada and one of the top 10 best markets in the world (according to some sources). It sells natural and fresh products of excellent quality, produced in the province of Ontario. At the market you can buy baked goods, homemade cheese, meat and other farm products. The market has been in operation since the early 19th century.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fort York

 0/5

The historic city fort, which preserves early 19th-century buildings that witnessed battles between the British Empire and the independence-hungry colonies. Military parades are held here to mark Canada’s national holidays. Fort York also hosts an annual beer festival. The former military barracks houses a historical exhibition.

Toronto Zoo

 4.4/5

29285 reviews

Locals consider their zoo to be the best in North America (in their opinion, all the best things are in Toronto). The city zoo can really boast of its size and species diversity. The whole territory is divided into thematic zones, each of which has its own microclimate. Among the interesting pavilions are “Mayan Ruins”, “African Savannah”, Australian and American pavilions.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

High Park

 4.7/5

25447 reviews

A city park, a recreation place with excellent infrastructure for visitors. The territory has its own zoo, playgrounds, walking paths, flowering gardens and various cultural facilities. The park is located in a picturesque hilly area, mottled with hollows and small lakes. On weekends, visitors have picnics on the lawns, and sports enthusiasts can play tennis or go jogging.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Toronto

 0/5

A water body that is part of the famous Great Lakes system. On its shores are such cities as Toronto, Rochester (USA), Hamilton, Kingston. From the language of the Huron Indians the name “Ontario” can be translated as “shining waters”. The lake is the smallest in area of all the North American Great Lakes and is suitable for active navigation. The Niagara River flows into Ontario.