Our Toronto
Eating in Swansea / Bloor West Village
Places Andrei and I have eaten at, most within walking distance.
Nearby spot for your morning coffee, breakfast, or snacks
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Coffee Tree Roastery
2412 Bloor St WNearby spot for your morning coffee, breakfast, or snacks
Maria Janchenko is the owner of this pastry shop just around the corner. Great for grab-and-go. The baked goods are by Polish baker and a Hungarian pastry chef.
Janchenko’s Bakery
2394 Bloor St WMaria Janchenko is the owner of this pastry shop just around the corner. Great for grab-and-go. The baked goods are by Polish baker and a Hungarian pastry chef.
Local neighbourhood favourite serving classic Canadian breakfast e.g. bacon and eggs, waffles, omelette, eggs benedict, French toast, club sandwich and burgers. Service is fast and unfussy, prices are reasonable. It’s usually packed on the weekends around 11am-12pm. They don’t take reservations you just walk in.
Sunshine Village Grill
2200 Bloor Street WestLocal neighbourhood favourite serving classic Canadian breakfast e.g. bacon and eggs, waffles, omelette, eggs benedict, French toast, club sandwich and burgers. Service is fast and unfussy, prices are reasonable. It’s usually packed on the weekends around 11am-12pm. They don’t take reservations you just walk in.
A neighborhood favourite cafe featuring local art work, freshly made meals, homemade gourmet pastries and good coffee
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Baka Gallery Cafe
2256 Bloor St WA neighborhood favourite cafe featuring local art work, freshly made meals, homemade gourmet pastries and good coffee
Lovely small cafe for tasty pumpkin pie, tarts, pastries at good prices. Friendly service.
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Bread & Roses Bakery Cafe
2232 Bloor St WLovely small cafe for tasty pumpkin pie, tarts, pastries at good prices. Friendly service.
Another local favourite for bread, pastries, cakes, cookies, bagels, samosas. I always get distracted with all the things you can get in here. They also have a special orange chiffon cake. I have not tried but maybe one day.
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Hot Oven Bakery
2226 Bloor St WAnother local favourite for bread, pastries, cakes, cookies, bagels, samosas. I always get distracted with all the things you can get in here. They also have a special orange chiffon cake. I have not tried but maybe one day.
This bread shop is a 10 minute walk from our place. Sometimes we pick up a loaf of sourdough from there. Their staff is always friendly. Go in the early morning for freshly baked bread. Go in the evenings and you might get a discount or two. On Saturday mornings there is usually a line up.
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COBS Bread Bakery
370 Bloor St WThis bread shop is a 10 minute walk from our place. Sometimes we pick up a loaf of sourdough from there. Their staff is always friendly. Go in the early morning for freshly baked bread. Go in the evenings and you might get a discount or two. On Saturday mornings there is usually a line up.
Classic pub establishment with English-style alehouse. They have a spacious front patio.
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A Dark Horse
2401 Bloor St WClassic pub establishment with English-style alehouse. They have a spacious front patio.
Intimate and friendly family restaurant for home made pasta and comfort food. Consistently good service. Best for dining in. If you love lamb, the Mafalda with Grilled Lamb Tenderloin was very good.
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Queen's Pasta
2263 Bloor St WIntimate and friendly family restaurant for home made pasta and comfort food. Consistently good service. Best for dining in. If you love lamb, the Mafalda with Grilled Lamb Tenderloin was very good.
I love their thin crust pizzas made freshly on site and baked in the wood oven. There is a fine selection of pastas; they have a Monday online promotion any 2 pizzas or pastas for $29. Great neighbourhood Italian family restaurant.
GATTO Wood Oven Pizza
2312 Bloor St WI love their thin crust pizzas made freshly on site and baked in the wood oven. There is a fine selection of pastas; they have a Monday online promotion any 2 pizzas or pastas for $29. Great neighbourhood Italian family restaurant.
We have not been here but the reviews and photos for this Latin American restaurant says it’s worth trying. Menu items include mouth watering varieties such as Cuban steak, ceviche (my favourite), beef cheeks, paella, roast pork belly.
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Bloom Restaurant
2315 Bloor St WWe have not been here but the reviews and photos for this Latin American restaurant says it’s worth trying. Menu items include mouth watering varieties such as Cuban steak, ceviche (my favourite), beef cheeks, paella, roast pork belly.
Ramen has been all the rage in Toronto and this local spot will satisfy your cravings. It's hot soupy comfort food. You can get a ramen bowl for about $15+tax, special combo for two for about $35+tax. Andrei's favourite is the Pork Spicy Garlic. A ... LOT ... of ... garlic!
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KINTON RAMEN
668 Bloor St WRamen has been all the rage in Toronto and this local spot will satisfy your cravings. It's hot soupy comfort food. You can get a ramen bowl for about $15+tax, special combo for two for about $35+tax. Andrei's favourite is the Pork Spicy Garlic. A ... LOT ... of ... garlic!
Fast food seafood. We ordered the fish and chips, sea food platter, and tacos. It was freshly made and arrived quickly. Be prepared to spend a bit more because it's seafood.
FISHINN
2392 Bloor St WFast food seafood. We ordered the fish and chips, sea food platter, and tacos. It was freshly made and arrived quickly. Be prepared to spend a bit more because it's seafood.
The decor could use some updating but the food is solidly tasty. If you enjoy Indian cooking, get your fill at this restaurant conveniently located around the corner from us.
Durbar Indian Cuisine
2469 Bloor Street WestThe decor could use some updating but the food is solidly tasty. If you enjoy Indian cooking, get your fill at this restaurant conveniently located around the corner from us.
If you have an addiction to sugar, this is the place to satisfy your hunger. They specialize in gourmet cinnamon rolls with toppings that are to die for. My favourite is the very berry roll but you can go crazy here. Only eat once a month for good health. You've been warned!
Cinnaholic
2190 Bloor Street WestIf you have an addiction to sugar, this is the place to satisfy your hunger. They specialize in gourmet cinnamon rolls with toppings that are to die for. My favourite is the very berry roll but you can go crazy here. Only eat once a month for good health. You've been warned!
The rumours are true, there's a million dollar cheese vault on site. Run by Italians, it's a gourmet grocery store with a large and wide variety of imported cheese, meat, catering, dessert and fresh foods. It's a 20 minute walk one way from our place. The shop is unexpectedly hidden in a semi-residential street surrounded by large apartments. Be prepared to spend more than average for groceries.
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Cheese Boutique
45 Ripley AveThe rumours are true, there's a million dollar cheese vault on site. Run by Italians, it's a gourmet grocery store with a large and wide variety of imported cheese, meat, catering, dessert and fresh foods. It's a 20 minute walk one way from our place. The shop is unexpectedly hidden in a semi-residential street surrounded by large apartments. Be prepared to spend more than average for groceries.
It's 20m away by car and one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the west end. The food is fresh and authentic, the service is fast and friendly. There's a lot of variety on the menu including great options for vegans. They won Toronto Star's Reader's Choice award in 2021 so that says a lot. Go try it!
Pho 90
90 Weston RoadIt's 20m away by car and one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the west end. The food is fresh and authentic, the service is fast and friendly. There's a lot of variety on the menu including great options for vegans. They won Toronto Star's Reader's Choice award in 2021 so that says a lot. Go try it!
This is the only restaurant in High Park and it’s frequented by a lot of locals. The food is basic Canadian fare. People come here for the leisurely feel of the park, and the family friendly atmosphere. High Park is closed to vehicular traffic on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Drive to the intersection of High Park Ave and Bloor, find parking on one of the side streets, then walk 15m to the restaurant.
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The Grenadier Cafe
200 Parkside DrThis is the only restaurant in High Park and it’s frequented by a lot of locals. The food is basic Canadian fare. People come here for the leisurely feel of the park, and the family friendly atmosphere. High Park is closed to vehicular traffic on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Drive to the intersection of High Park Ave and Bloor, find parking on one of the side streets, then walk 15m to the restaurant.
A young hip pizza place with a wood fired oven, tasty flavourful pizza, and a good selection of vegetarian options. They also have craft beer and a vibe that says I’m not a chain pizza joint.
Bello Pizza Toronto
A young hip pizza place with a wood fired oven, tasty flavourful pizza, and a good selection of vegetarian options. They also have craft beer and a vibe that says I’m not a chain pizza joint.
Getting around
Catch the subway here, just around the corner. A one way fare is $3.35, a day pass for $13.50.
To purchase tickets, look for the green Presto Machine. You can use credit, debit, or cash.
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Jane Station
Catch the subway here, just around the corner. A one way fare is $3.35, a day pass for $13.50.
To purchase tickets, look for the green Presto Machine. You can use credit, debit, or cash.
The Union Pearson Express is a dedicated train that goes from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Union Station downtown. To get to our place, take the the train from Pearson, get off at the Bloor-Go station. Walk a short distance to Dundas Station, then take the subway west until Jane Station.
For fares and schedules, go here.
https://www.upexpress.com/
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Bloor GO station
1456 Bloor St WThe Union Pearson Express is a dedicated train that goes from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Union Station downtown. To get to our place, take the the train from Pearson, get off at the Bloor-Go station. Walk a short distance to Dundas Station, then take the subway west until Jane Station.
For fares and schedules, go here.
https://www.upexpress.com/
Groceries
Nicholson's No Frills
2187 Bloor St WGroceries at very affordable prices.
This is a local butcher in Bloor West. They have been around for many decades and sell cold cuts, Polish sausage, meats. Our favourite is the country ham.
Kingsway Meat Products
2342 Bloor St WThis is a local butcher in Bloor West. They have been around for many decades and sell cold cuts, Polish sausage, meats. Our favourite is the country ham.
Good variety of veggies + fruits, spices, organic produce available too.
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Green Thumb
2268 Bloor St WGood variety of veggies + fruits, spices, organic produce available too.
A small store with decent selection of fruits and vegetables.
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Carload Food Market
2334 Bloor St WA small store with decent selection of fruits and vegetables.
A small and friendly neighborhood fish market. You can get sushi grade tuna, salmon steaks, fresh or frozen fish and seafood here. The staff are very friendly and make you feel like you’re part of the neighborhood. Prices are a bit higher than what you would pay at a larger store but they have quality stuff.
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Snappers Fish Market
263 Durie StA small and friendly neighborhood fish market. You can get sushi grade tuna, salmon steaks, fresh or frozen fish and seafood here. The staff are very friendly and make you feel like you’re part of the neighborhood. Prices are a bit higher than what you would pay at a larger store but they have quality stuff.
Shopping
For the big mall experience, go here. You can find apparel, electronics, brand name luxury items, even a movie theater. It's more spacious than Eaton Center downtown. If you're driving parking is free. You can also hop on the subway and get off at Yorkdale subway station.
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Εμπορικό Κέντρο Yorkdale
3401 Dufferin StFor the big mall experience, go here. You can find apparel, electronics, brand name luxury items, even a movie theater. It's more spacious than Eaton Center downtown. If you're driving parking is free. You can also hop on the subway and get off at Yorkdale subway station.
The Eaton Centre and Yonge Dundas Square is Toronto's equivalent of New York City's Times Square. This is the go-to mall downtown with flag ship stores Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, H&M, Hudson's Bay. The Japanese retailer Muji is just across the street. You can spend the whole day here.
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CF Toronto Eaton Centre
220 Yonge StThe Eaton Centre and Yonge Dundas Square is Toronto's equivalent of New York City's Times Square. This is the go-to mall downtown with flag ship stores Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, H&M, Hudson's Bay. The Japanese retailer Muji is just across the street. You can spend the whole day here.
Yorkville is one of Toronto’s most upscale neighborhoods, and it’s no surprise that celebrities are often seen frequenting the area. With its high-end shops, luxury hotels, and exclusive restaurants, Yorkville is the perfect place to spot a celebrity.
Justin Bieber, Jennifer Lopez, Clive Owen and Ben Affleck have been sighted at the Hazelton Hotel. During the the Toronto International Film Festival celebrities are frequently spotted. Check out Sotto Sotto, Hemingways, STK Steakhouse (Adam Sandler was here recently), Summer’s Ice Cream, Trattoria Nervosa, and the Four Seasons Hotel.
Bloor Street runs adjacent to Yorkville and features upscale shopping including high-end names like Holt Renfrew, Prada, Hermes, and Gucci.
Tucked into a pocket of downtown, the quaint Victorian architecture in Yorkville houses dozens of restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries.
During the 60s, Yorkville was once the mecca of beatnik culture, where some of the most unconventional ideas, sensational nights and greatest musicians once got their start. Artists such as Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot, Bruce Cockburn, Neil Young used to hang out and play music in this neighborhood.
Yorkville
Yorkville is one of Toronto’s most upscale neighborhoods, and it’s no surprise that celebrities are often seen frequenting the area. With its high-end shops, luxury hotels, and exclusive restaurants, Yorkville is the perfect place to spot a celebrity.
Justin Bieber, Jennifer Lopez, Clive Owen and Ben Affleck have been sighted at the Hazelton Hotel. During the the Toronto International Film Festival celebrities are frequently spotted. Check out Sotto Sotto, Hemingways, STK Steakhouse (Adam Sandler was here recently), Summer’s Ice Cream, Trattoria Nervosa, and the Four Seasons Hotel.
Bloor Street runs adjacent to Yorkville and features upscale shopping including high-end names like Holt Renfrew, Prada, Hermes, and Gucci.
Tucked into a pocket of downtown, the quaint Victorian architecture in Yorkville houses dozens of restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries.
During the 60s, Yorkville was once the mecca of beatnik culture, where some of the most unconventional ideas, sensational nights and greatest musicians once got their start. Artists such as Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot, Bruce Cockburn, Neil Young used to hang out and play music in this neighborhood.
Neighbourhoods
Toronto has several Chinatowns but the main one is at Dundas and Spadina. This is a great place to buy souvenirs and of course get Chinese & Asian cuisine. Here's a list of the other Chinatowns in the GTA. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinatowns_in_Toronto
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Chinatown
292 Spadina Ave.Toronto has several Chinatowns but the main one is at Dundas and Spadina. This is a great place to buy souvenirs and of course get Chinese & Asian cuisine. Here's a list of the other Chinatowns in the GTA. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinatowns_in_Toronto
For a hipster vibe, hit the boutique shops of Queen Street West with hundreds of shops and boutiques catering to urban, eclectic tastes. The stretch on Queen between University and Spadina has a lot of clothing and apparel shops, big names and smaller pecialty stores. The area between Spadina and Bathurst is known as the Fashion District. You can purchase textiles here. There are also artists’ studios, offices, and condos. There’s a lot of choices for dining here, international cuisine and local fare. A long lane known as Graffiti Alley is lined with colourful, frequently changing street art.
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Queen Street West
Queen Street WestFor a hipster vibe, hit the boutique shops of Queen Street West with hundreds of shops and boutiques catering to urban, eclectic tastes. The stretch on Queen between University and Spadina has a lot of clothing and apparel shops, big names and smaller pecialty stores. The area between Spadina and Bathurst is known as the Fashion District. You can purchase textiles here. There are also artists’ studios, offices, and condos. There’s a lot of choices for dining here, international cuisine and local fare. A long lane known as Graffiti Alley is lined with colourful, frequently changing street art.
"All roads to good food lead to St. Lawrence Market, a city landmark more than two centuries old. Two hundred vendors sell everything from local mustard to fresh pasta, lobster to artisanal bread." (TripAdvisor) Spend 2 hours perusing the local vendors.
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St. Lawrence
"All roads to good food lead to St. Lawrence Market, a city landmark more than two centuries old. Two hundred vendors sell everything from local mustard to fresh pasta, lobster to artisanal bread." (TripAdvisor) Spend 2 hours perusing the local vendors.
King West is for nightlife. There are so many places to be and be seen. Here's a good blog that can tell you all about it.
https://www.clubcrawlers.com/toronto/nightclubs/kingwest
https://www.narcity.com/toronto/20-things-you-need-to-do-on-king-street-west-at-least-once
https://www.destinationtoronto.com/leisure-blog/post/48-hours-in-king-west/
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King Street West
King Street WestKing West is for nightlife. There are so many places to be and be seen. Here's a good blog that can tell you all about it.
https://www.clubcrawlers.com/toronto/nightclubs/kingwest
https://www.narcity.com/toronto/20-things-you-need-to-do-on-king-street-west-at-least-once
https://www.destinationtoronto.com/leisure-blog/post/48-hours-in-king-west/
Taste of the Danforth is an annual weekend food festival celebrating Greek and Mediterranean culture. This year, it’s happening August 5-7. There’s live music, performances, games, and of course lots of food and drinks.
Taste of the Danforth
Taste of the Danforth is an annual weekend food festival celebrating Greek and Mediterranean culture. This year, it’s happening August 5-7. There’s live music, performances, games, and of course lots of food and drinks.
Toronto is known for being one of the most LGBTQ2+ friendly cities in the world, and there’s no better place to explore its vibrant queer scene than Church Street. This lively street is lined with bars, clubs, and restaurants that cater to the LGBTQ2+ community.
No matter what time of day or night it is, there’s always something happening on Church Street. Whether you’re looking to dance the night away at a club or simply enjoy a drink with friends, you’ll feel right at home on this inclusive street.
Church Wellesley Village
Toronto is known for being one of the most LGBTQ2+ friendly cities in the world, and there’s no better place to explore its vibrant queer scene than Church Street. This lively street is lined with bars, clubs, and restaurants that cater to the LGBTQ2+ community.
No matter what time of day or night it is, there’s always something happening on Church Street. Whether you’re looking to dance the night away at a club or simply enjoy a drink with friends, you’ll feel right at home on this inclusive street.
Be a tourist
The best known and visited places in Toronto.
Address: 290 Bremner Blvd., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: It's like visiting Paris and not seeing the Eiffel tower. You need to check that box.
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Πύργος CN
290 Bremner BlvdAddress: 290 Bremner Blvd., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: It's like visiting Paris and not seeing the Eiffel tower. You need to check that box.
Baseball, hotdog, and popcorn. Spend an afternoon watching Toronto Blue Jays at the Rogers Center. Tickets are relatively affordable (compared to hockey or basketball). It's most fun to sit as close as possible to the base and yell at the batter. There have been a few streakers at these games,
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Κέντρο Rogers
1 Blue Jays WayBaseball, hotdog, and popcorn. Spend an afternoon watching Toronto Blue Jays at the Rogers Center. Tickets are relatively affordable (compared to hockey or basketball). It's most fun to sit as close as possible to the base and yell at the batter. There have been a few streakers at these games,
Address: 100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can explore tons of exhibits, including Great Whales: Up Close And Personal, starting next week.
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Βασιλικό Μουσείο της Οντάριο
100 Queens ParkAddress: 100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can explore tons of exhibits, including Great Whales: Up Close And Personal, starting next week.
The Art Gallery of Ontario is located in the Grange Park neighbourhood of downtown Toronto, on Dundas Street West between McCaul and Beverley streets just east of Chinatown. The museum's building complex takes up 45,000 square metres (480,000 sq ft) of physical space, making it one of the largest art museums in North America and the second-largest art museum in Toronto after the Royal Ontario Museum. In addition to exhibition spaces, the museum also houses an artist-in-residence office and studio, dining facilities, event spaces, gift shop, library and archives, theatre and lecture hall, research centre, and a workshop.
One of our favourite spaces in the museum is the cafe gallery with tall glass wooden columns facing Dundas street. This area was part of the expansion and redesign of the gallery by famed architect Frank Gehry.
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Πινακοθήκη της Οντάριο
317 Dundas St WThe Art Gallery of Ontario is located in the Grange Park neighbourhood of downtown Toronto, on Dundas Street West between McCaul and Beverley streets just east of Chinatown. The museum's building complex takes up 45,000 square metres (480,000 sq ft) of physical space, making it one of the largest art museums in North America and the second-largest art museum in Toronto after the Royal Ontario Museum. In addition to exhibition spaces, the museum also houses an artist-in-residence office and studio, dining facilities, event spaces, gift shop, library and archives, theatre and lecture hall, research centre, and a workshop.
One of our favourite spaces in the museum is the cafe gallery with tall glass wooden columns facing Dundas street. This area was part of the expansion and redesign of the gallery by famed architect Frank Gehry.
My favourite exhibition is the jelly fish aquarium. You can also play with the sting rays, hang out with the hammer head shark, and so many magical underwater creatures.
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Ενυδρείο του Ρίπλεϊ στον Καναδά
288 Bremner BlvdMy favourite exhibition is the jelly fish aquarium. You can also play with the sting rays, hang out with the hammer head shark, and so many magical underwater creatures.
Torontonians are very proud of our basketball team and Raptors games are usually pandemonium. Go if you don't mind the crowds and are looking for a high energy event.
https://www.nba.com/raptors/schedule
Raptors Way
Raptors WayTorontonians are very proud of our basketball team and Raptors games are usually pandemonium. Go if you don't mind the crowds and are looking for a high energy event.
https://www.nba.com/raptors/schedule
As much as Torontonians love basketball, they love hockey even more. Some would even kill for hockey ... The Toronto Maple Leafs play play at the Scotiabank arena. Tickets can be pricey and should be purchased in advance.
https://www.nhl.com/mapleleafs/tickets
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Scotiabank Arena
40 Bay St.As much as Torontonians love basketball, they love hockey even more. Some would even kill for hockey ... The Toronto Maple Leafs play play at the Scotiabank arena. Tickets can be pricey and should be purchased in advance.
https://www.nhl.com/mapleleafs/tickets
Located in the Entertainment District and home to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Roy Thomson Hall hosts concerts and events catering to the musical arts. The Roy Thompson's programming features classical composers like Beethoven, Brahms and Tchaikovsky mixed with modern artists and music from the likes of John Williams, Abba, Led Zeppelin, and even Star Wars. The Hall currently hosts the very popular "National Geographic Live" speakers series by world-renowned photographers, scientists, writers, filmmakers, and adventurers sharing their inspiring stories.
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Αίθουσα Ρόι Τόμσον
60 Simcoe StLocated in the Entertainment District and home to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Roy Thomson Hall hosts concerts and events catering to the musical arts. The Roy Thompson's programming features classical composers like Beethoven, Brahms and Tchaikovsky mixed with modern artists and music from the likes of John Williams, Abba, Led Zeppelin, and even Star Wars. The Hall currently hosts the very popular "National Geographic Live" speakers series by world-renowned photographers, scientists, writers, filmmakers, and adventurers sharing their inspiring stories.
Toronto is a city of festivals and here is a list of the top ones running this year. Enjoy!
www(dot)destinationtoronto(dot)com/events/annual-festivals-and-events/
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Toronto
Toronto is a city of festivals and here is a list of the top ones running this year. Enjoy!
www(dot)destinationtoronto(dot)com/events/annual-festivals-and-events/
Cirque de Soleil is a visually stunning and once in a lifetime experience. Great for families, couples. The 2024 show is from May 8 - July 21.
Cirque du Soleil
2150 Lake Shore Boulevard WestCirque de Soleil is a visually stunning and once in a lifetime experience. Great for families, couples. The 2024 show is from May 8 - July 21.
Toronto's largest public park features many hiking trails, sports facilities, diverse vegetation, a beautiful lakefront, convenient parking. Have a picnic, go to the zoo. In the spring, visit the blooming cherry blossoms, in the summer, watch Shakespeare on a live stage.
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Χάι Παρκ
1873 Bloor St WToronto's largest public park features many hiking trails, sports facilities, diverse vegetation, a beautiful lakefront, convenient parking. Have a picnic, go to the zoo. In the spring, visit the blooming cherry blossoms, in the summer, watch Shakespeare on a live stage.
The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts is a theatre built specifically for opera and ballet performances with the finest level of acoustics.
Designed by the award-winning Toronto-based firm Diamond Schmitt Architects, the Four Seasons Centre is the permanent home of the Canadian Opera Company and the performance venue for The National Ballet of Canada.
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Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
145 Queen St WThe Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts is a theatre built specifically for opera and ballet performances with the finest level of acoustics.
Designed by the award-winning Toronto-based firm Diamond Schmitt Architects, the Four Seasons Centre is the permanent home of the Canadian Opera Company and the performance venue for The National Ballet of Canada.
Off the beaten path
Those those with eclectic tastes, seeking adventure and a bit out of the ordinary, this list is for you.
Designed by cellist Yo Yo Ma, this small but masterfully crafted garden is located at Toronto’s waterfront beside Lake Ontario. The garden is an interpretation of Bach's Suite No. 1 in G Major for unaccompanied cello, BWV 1007. The garden has many surprising spots for rest and leisure. Pick up an ice cream at one of the shops nearby, sit on the grass or Muskoka chairs to watch Torontonians pass by. Soak in the sun and fresh lake air. There are plenty of private benches hidden away under the foliage of the sweeping trees. On Sunday afternoons, between June-September, there are free concerts for all to enjoy. (Check out Harborfront Toronto for the 2022 schedule). One of our favourite spots at the waterfront.
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Κήπος Μουσικής Τορόντο
479 Queens Quay WestDesigned by cellist Yo Yo Ma, this small but masterfully crafted garden is located at Toronto’s waterfront beside Lake Ontario. The garden is an interpretation of Bach's Suite No. 1 in G Major for unaccompanied cello, BWV 1007. The garden has many surprising spots for rest and leisure. Pick up an ice cream at one of the shops nearby, sit on the grass or Muskoka chairs to watch Torontonians pass by. Soak in the sun and fresh lake air. There are plenty of private benches hidden away under the foliage of the sweeping trees. On Sunday afternoons, between June-September, there are free concerts for all to enjoy. (Check out Harborfront Toronto for the 2022 schedule). One of our favourite spots at the waterfront.
Kensington market is not really a traditional “market” but an eclectic collection of cafes, restaurants, vintage stores, bars, and specialty food shops selling everything from cheese and spices, to freshly baked bread and produce. The neighborhood is a microcosm of Toronto’s multicultural population and a place that represents something that makes the city so special. A favorite among both locals and visitors to Toronto, Kensington Market is a place you can visit again and again, always finding something new to explore down side streets, graffitied alleys and in the ever-changing array of shops housed in old Victorian homes.
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Kensington Market
Kensington market is not really a traditional “market” but an eclectic collection of cafes, restaurants, vintage stores, bars, and specialty food shops selling everything from cheese and spices, to freshly baked bread and produce. The neighborhood is a microcosm of Toronto’s multicultural population and a place that represents something that makes the city so special. A favorite among both locals and visitors to Toronto, Kensington Market is a place you can visit again and again, always finding something new to explore down side streets, graffitied alleys and in the ever-changing array of shops housed in old Victorian homes.
The Aga Khan Museum is a museum of Islamic art, Iranian (Persian) art and Muslim culture located at 77 Wynford Drive in North York. The museum, with modern architectural forms, is dedicated to Islamic art and objects, and houses approximately 1,200 rare objects assembled by His Highness the Aga Khan and Prince and Princess Sadruddin Aga Khan. As an initiative of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network, the museum is dedicated to presenting an overview of the artistic, intellectual, and scientific contributions that Muslim civilizations have made to world heritage.
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Μουσείο Άγκα Χαν
77 Wynford DrThe Aga Khan Museum is a museum of Islamic art, Iranian (Persian) art and Muslim culture located at 77 Wynford Drive in North York. The museum, with modern architectural forms, is dedicated to Islamic art and objects, and houses approximately 1,200 rare objects assembled by His Highness the Aga Khan and Prince and Princess Sadruddin Aga Khan. As an initiative of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network, the museum is dedicated to presenting an overview of the artistic, intellectual, and scientific contributions that Muslim civilizations have made to world heritage.
For the price of a boat ride and a beer, you can experience a breathtaking one of a kind view of Toronto’s skyline at night. On Saturday evenings in the summer, the folks at the Toronto Island Marina host a live band playing rock and roll favourites. The restaurant serves classic pub fare and the service is friendly enough. The marina is less known to tourists and you won’t have to fight your way through the crowds. The sailors at the marina love to drink and you will find some waddling back to their boats late eve. A great lively friendly atmosphere. To get to the marina, you can take a dedicated ferry at York and Queens Quay. Cash only. Check out their website for ferry and event schedules: torontoislandmarina.com
Toronto Island Marina
40 Avenue of the IslandFor the price of a boat ride and a beer, you can experience a breathtaking one of a kind view of Toronto’s skyline at night. On Saturday evenings in the summer, the folks at the Toronto Island Marina host a live band playing rock and roll favourites. The restaurant serves classic pub fare and the service is friendly enough. The marina is less known to tourists and you won’t have to fight your way through the crowds. The sailors at the marina love to drink and you will find some waddling back to their boats late eve. A great lively friendly atmosphere. To get to the marina, you can take a dedicated ferry at York and Queens Quay. Cash only. Check out their website for ferry and event schedules: torontoislandmarina.com
Reid's is a gin distillery with a cool relaxed vibe. Every Wed & Thu there is a Gin&Jazz live music with talented local musicians. You can also book a tour and tasting at the distillery or enjoy a yoga class.
Reid's Distillery
32 Logan AveReid's is a gin distillery with a cool relaxed vibe. Every Wed & Thu there is a Gin&Jazz live music with talented local musicians. You can also book a tour and tasting at the distillery or enjoy a yoga class.
The Monkey's Paw is an unusual bookshop selling some of the world's most rare and absurd books. Owner Stephen Fowler says his store specializes in books that are "beautiful, arcane, macabre, and absurd". There is even book vending machine that, for $4, will spurt out a random-selected old book.
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The Monkey's Paw
1067 Bloor St WThe Monkey's Paw is an unusual bookshop selling some of the world's most rare and absurd books. Owner Stephen Fowler says his store specializes in books that are "beautiful, arcane, macabre, and absurd". There is even book vending machine that, for $4, will spurt out a random-selected old book.
Tucked behind Toronto's Flatiron Building is a whimsical, ornate fountain honoring humankind’s best friend. The fountain honors the four-legged visitors who frequent this neighborhood spot.
The three tiers of fountain include sculptures of beloved pooches, including a Great Dane puppy, a Bernese Mountain Dog, a giant Schnauzer, and a West Highland Terrier, gleefully spitting spurts of water. But dogs aren’t the only creatures you’ll find here—keep an eye out for a cat, too.
The dogs all have their eyes glued to the giant bone that crowns the fountain. Meanwhile, the cat stares off into the distance, its gazed fixed on the two bird sculptures perched on a lamp post.
The cheery fountain is part of the park’s playful redesign by Claude Cormier and Associates. Unfortunately for the cat, the name of its breed isn’t said on the architect’s website, making it clear that this fountain really is for the dogs. The cat, which sits with a fearful expression on its face near a German Shepherd, also doesn’t partake in the water-spitting festivities.
A few of the 27 dog breeds featured at the fountain are:
Fox Terrier, St.Bernard, Dalmatian, West Highland Terrier, Great Dane, Jack Russell Terrier, St.Bernard, Giant Schnauzer, Golden Retriever, Beagle, Pug, and the Bernese Mountain Dog just to name a few. Puppy sculptures of a few of the aforementioned breeds are also prominent at the fountain.
Dog Fountain
35 Wellington Street EastTucked behind Toronto's Flatiron Building is a whimsical, ornate fountain honoring humankind’s best friend. The fountain honors the four-legged visitors who frequent this neighborhood spot.
The three tiers of fountain include sculptures of beloved pooches, including a Great Dane puppy, a Bernese Mountain Dog, a giant Schnauzer, and a West Highland Terrier, gleefully spitting spurts of water. But dogs aren’t the only creatures you’ll find here—keep an eye out for a cat, too.
The dogs all have their eyes glued to the giant bone that crowns the fountain. Meanwhile, the cat stares off into the distance, its gazed fixed on the two bird sculptures perched on a lamp post.
The cheery fountain is part of the park’s playful redesign by Claude Cormier and Associates. Unfortunately for the cat, the name of its breed isn’t said on the architect’s website, making it clear that this fountain really is for the dogs. The cat, which sits with a fearful expression on its face near a German Shepherd, also doesn’t partake in the water-spitting festivities.
A few of the 27 dog breeds featured at the fountain are:
Fox Terrier, St.Bernard, Dalmatian, West Highland Terrier, Great Dane, Jack Russell Terrier, St.Bernard, Giant Schnauzer, Golden Retriever, Beagle, Pug, and the Bernese Mountain Dog just to name a few. Puppy sculptures of a few of the aforementioned breeds are also prominent at the fountain.
Hidden underground at Dundas Square is Little Canada (little-canada.ca), a miniature representation of Canadian landmarks, all presented with a whimsical sense of humor. Not only are the scenes beautifully rendered the details are incredible with each one-inch figurine uniquely made.
Look out for the snowmobiler who stopped too suddenly in Quebec City, the building debris that landed on top of a car (with the one-inch tall owner holding his head and dismay), and the three cyclists who are the real source of power behind the Niagara hydroelectric station. Accurate miniature landmarks are mixed with entertaining vignettes throughout.
Little Canada
10 Dundas St EHidden underground at Dundas Square is Little Canada (little-canada.ca), a miniature representation of Canadian landmarks, all presented with a whimsical sense of humor. Not only are the scenes beautifully rendered the details are incredible with each one-inch figurine uniquely made.
Look out for the snowmobiler who stopped too suddenly in Quebec City, the building debris that landed on top of a car (with the one-inch tall owner holding his head and dismay), and the three cyclists who are the real source of power behind the Niagara hydroelectric station. Accurate miniature landmarks are mixed with entertaining vignettes throughout.
The Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) is located at 777 Lawrence Avenue East at Leslie Street. Termed "The little garden with big ideas", the TBG is nearly four acres and features 17 themed "city-sized gardens". Located in the north-east corner of Edwards Gardens, the TBG is a non-profit horticultural and educational organization with a mission to connect people, plants and the natural world through education, inspiration and leadership. Best of all, it’s FREE!
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777 Lawrence Ave EThe Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) is located at 777 Lawrence Avenue East at Leslie Street. Termed "The little garden with big ideas", the TBG is nearly four acres and features 17 themed "city-sized gardens". Located in the north-east corner of Edwards Gardens, the TBG is a non-profit horticultural and educational organization with a mission to connect people, plants and the natural world through education, inspiration and leadership. Best of all, it’s FREE!
Onoir is North America's first-ever restaurant to invite you to experience food and drinks in COMPLETE DARKNESS. The restaurant asserts that when you eat without your sight, your remaining senses are heightened to savour the smell and taste of food. After a while in complete darkness, customers gain a better understanding of what it’s like to be blind – as the restaurants’ entire wait staff.
The restaurant serves French-Italian fare. Get ready to heighten all your senses.
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Onoir
620 Church StOnoir is North America's first-ever restaurant to invite you to experience food and drinks in COMPLETE DARKNESS. The restaurant asserts that when you eat without your sight, your remaining senses are heightened to savour the smell and taste of food. After a while in complete darkness, customers gain a better understanding of what it’s like to be blind – as the restaurants’ entire wait staff.
The restaurant serves French-Italian fare. Get ready to heighten all your senses.
Toronto's one and only nude beach. Located in a secluded area on the west side of the Toronto Islands, Hanlan's point is the place to gather for the young and old, especially on hot summer days. There is usually a gathering of boats near the beach playing loud pop or Latin music. Soak up some rays, watch the planes take off and enjoy the incredible skyline. To get there, start at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Hanlan's Point. Upon arriving to the Island, follow the signs for "Clothing Optional Beach" or ask for Hanlan's Point beach.
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Hanlan's Point Beach
Lakeshore AvenueToronto's one and only nude beach. Located in a secluded area on the west side of the Toronto Islands, Hanlan's point is the place to gather for the young and old, especially on hot summer days. There is usually a gathering of boats near the beach playing loud pop or Latin music. Soak up some rays, watch the planes take off and enjoy the incredible skyline. To get there, start at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Hanlan's Point. Upon arriving to the Island, follow the signs for "Clothing Optional Beach" or ask for Hanlan's Point beach.
Located on the Toronto waterfront, Tommy Thompson Park is a 500 hectare urban park and wildlife sanctuary for birds, wild plants and flowers. The park was created from the rubbles of construction and excavation of the City of Toronto. It contains wildflower meadows, cottonwood forests, coastal marshes, cobble beaches and sand dunes. Rent a bike or get there by car.
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Πάρκο Tommy Thompson
1 Leslie StLocated on the Toronto waterfront, Tommy Thompson Park is a 500 hectare urban park and wildlife sanctuary for birds, wild plants and flowers. The park was created from the rubbles of construction and excavation of the City of Toronto. It contains wildflower meadows, cottonwood forests, coastal marshes, cobble beaches and sand dunes. Rent a bike or get there by car.
The home of the Toronto International Film Festival, this place is bustling during the fall with hundreds of movie openings. During the off season, there are interesting art house movies, documentaries and old films. The venue is centrally located in the Entertainment District. There is a great restaurant and bar / lounge for cocktails and soaking in the downtown vibe.
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TIFF Bell Lightbox
350 King St WThe home of the Toronto International Film Festival, this place is bustling during the fall with hundreds of movie openings. During the off season, there are interesting art house movies, documentaries and old films. The venue is centrally located in the Entertainment District. There is a great restaurant and bar / lounge for cocktails and soaking in the downtown vibe.
For a slower more relaxed vibe with a great vista of downtown, check out the historic Beach neighbourhood south of Queen Street East, a vibrant street with an eclectic mix of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. In the summer, beach volley ball tournaments are held here. There is also a ling boardwalk spanning the entire waterfront, great for a romantic stroll.
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Beaches Park
2075 Queen St EFor a slower more relaxed vibe with a great vista of downtown, check out the historic Beach neighbourhood south of Queen Street East, a vibrant street with an eclectic mix of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. In the summer, beach volley ball tournaments are held here. There is also a ling boardwalk spanning the entire waterfront, great for a romantic stroll.
Old Mill is a luxury hotel located nearby and on Humber River. Historically, it was a hunting and fishing area for First Nations. They serve England’s most beloved ritual of afternoon Tea on Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun afternoons and it's a nice experience.
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Old Mill Toronto Hotel
9 Old Mill RdOld Mill is a luxury hotel located nearby and on Humber River. Historically, it was a hunting and fishing area for First Nations. They serve England’s most beloved ritual of afternoon Tea on Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun afternoons and it's a nice experience.
If you’re looking for a laugh, Second City is the place to be. It's famous for launching the careers of some of the biggest names in comedy, including Tina Fey, Mike Myers, and Martin Short. While comedy bars can sometimes be a hit and miss, Second City is great. We have been and can definitely recommend.
The theater offers shows nightly, featuring some of Toronto’s best up-and-coming comedy stars. And if you’re feeling brave, you can even try your hand at stand-up during one of the theater’s open mic nights.
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The Second City Toronto
110 Mercer StIf you’re looking for a laugh, Second City is the place to be. It's famous for launching the careers of some of the biggest names in comedy, including Tina Fey, Mike Myers, and Martin Short. While comedy bars can sometimes be a hit and miss, Second City is great. We have been and can definitely recommend.
The theater offers shows nightly, featuring some of Toronto’s best up-and-coming comedy stars. And if you’re feeling brave, you can even try your hand at stand-up during one of the theater’s open mic nights.