From Little Italy to Chinatown, the Fashion District to the Financial District, culture, entertainment, and business all converge in Canada’s metropolitan center. Home to more than 2 million people, Toronto’s multicultural districts are always buzzing and have something to offer for everyone. But don’t be intimidated by the city’s large size – everything is accessible and it’s a great city to walk around in.
Things to See and Do
Toronto boasts plenty of attractions but here is my list of must-see places.
The CN Tower
At over 500 meters tall, the CN Tower is one of the most iconic Toronto attractions. An elevator ride to the top of the tower is well worth it for first-time visitors. The look out offers a great view of downtown Toronto.
Part of the floor at the top of the tower is made of clear class and standing over the Glass Floor has become a popular activity for daring visitors. For the true thrill-seekers, there is also the CN Tower Edgewalk, which allows visitors to walk around the circumference of the tower roof, from the outside. Now how’s that for adventure?
Niagara Falls
Two hours outside of Toronto is Niagara Falls, which sits on the Canada-US border. The US waterfall is sometimes referred to as the American Falls while the Canadian side is called the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. The two-hour driving distance may sound far but situated at 57 meters tall and pumping 6 million cubic feet of water per day, Niagara Falls is a truly stunning sight.
Not only does the size of the fall make it a beautiful attraction, but Canada’s view of Niagara Falls is also unique because of its crescent shape. Getting to Niagara Falls is also possible via the Greyhound bus or the VIA Rail train.
Chinatown
The intersection of Dundas Street West and Spadina Avenue is home to Toronto’s Chinatown. The streets in this area are lined with colorful shops offering all sorts of items, from fresh produce to fashion apparels.
While you are enjoying the hustle and bustle of Chinatown, don’t forget to stop by any of the restaurants for some authentic and affordable Chinese food.
Yonge Street
Formerly listed as the longest street in the world in the Guinness Book of Records, Yonge Street runs through downtown Toronto, crossing many of the city’s major districts. Where Yonge Street intersects with Dundas Street is Dundas Square, Toronto’s equivalent of New York’s Time Square.
For a nice stroll through the heart of the city, walk south on Yonge street from Dundas Square, through the imposing buildings of the Financial District and ending at the beautiful waterfront.
