Le musée royal de l’Ontario incorpore un mélange unique de galeries qui abrite des œuvres d’art, des objets archéologiques et des spécimens scientifiques. Accueillant chaque année plus d’un million de visiteurs, ce musée compte une collection de plus de six millions d’objets sur trois étages. C’est le seul endroit à Toronto où vous pourrez décoder les mystères des momies égyptiennes, observer et entendre une ruche active et admirer des œuvres d’art passionnantes de nombreux pays différents, garantissant une expérience mémorable et unique.
Avec plus de 5 000 animaux dans sept pavillons tropicaux occupant plus de 220 hectares, un espace reproduisant la savane africaine et un engagement à préserver le patrimoine faunique de la planète, il n’est pas étonnant que ce zoo figure parmi les dix meilleurs du monde. Parallèlement à son engagement en matière de recherche et de conservation, le zoo de Toronto promet d’offrir aux visiteurs une expérience mémorable tout en les éduquant sur la faune et la nature. Avec cela à l’esprit, il abrite une grande variété d’espèces, allant de rares poissons colorés à des hippopotames nains. Les dernières entrées se font une heure avant la fermeture, et les tarifs varient en fonction des saisons.
A recreational wonderland that sits a mere 10-minute ferry ride away from Toronto Harbor, the Toronto Islands constitute a set of 15 small isles in the midst of Lake Ontario. The islands are connected to one another by pathways and bridges that can be traversed on foot. Sprawled across 820 acres (330 hectares) of the lake's expanse, the Toronto Islands are home to the Snake Island, the South Chippewa Island, Mugg's Island, and Forestry Island, with the Centre Island emerging as the biggest of the group. Away from the city's furious bustle, the islands offer a serene retreat with their car-free stretches, and are home to a plethora of landmarks including the Centreville Amusement Park, the clothing-optional Hanlan's Beach, a Frisbee golf course, and the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.
Riverdale Park East is a great place to escape to, if you wish for some fresh air to breathe without leaving the city. This park area makes for a great day out with friends or family as there are a gamut of activities for everyone to pick from. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy a game of baseball or football, while kids can run around at the playground. The ice rink is ideal for skating as well as ice hockey, while a swim in the outdoor pool is quite refreshing. All this activity is bound to leave you hungry; lay down for a meal in their picnic spot, and take a small hike along one of their many trails.
This expansive, 31,000 square foot museum focuses solely on Islamic art throughout the ages. Spanning over 1000 years of history, the Aga Khan Museum contains numerous artifacts like textiles, ceramics, glass and paintings that showcase the development of Muslim civilizations. Designed by an award winning architect, the museums building features a gorgeous design with a large theater, open courtyard, classrooms, exhibit galleries and even a park with lush landscaping. Exhibitions are temporary and display emerging Muslim themes, and new artistic developments.
Unlike much of the city, Toronto's financial district is compressed into a conveniently walkable area even in bad weather. That's thanks to the PATH, the "underground city" covering 28-kilometer (17-mile) of adjoining passageways under the streets and connecting to more than 1200 retail stores and services. If you are a little nervous about doing the trek alone, join one of the organized tours by private tour companies.
To know any city inside out, you need to wander through its lanes and absorb experiences. And what could be more enriching than viewing any city on a bicycle? If you are an outdoor enthusiast and love to explore new places, then the Toronto Bicycle Tours will be the right choice for your tours in the city. With locals and expert guides on board, you can hop on to your bicycle and roam around getting to know the city better. Tours are open for all ages, and private tours can also be arranged by contacting ahead.
The Open Studio is an art initiative that aims at the promotion of new talent, especially those involved in fine art prints. Their gallery is more like a studio space and warehouse for these artists, with the entire space bathed in natural light, making the artwork look even more stunning than it already is. Group tours of the entire facility are available, however one must call ahead and make a reservation for these tours. Several workshops and classes are also held at the studio from time to time.
Visit the Cold Creek area any time and enjoy the beauty of the nature trails and amazing events. It is also home to a variety of species of plants as well as animals.
Segway, the leading manufacturer of personal transporters, conducts tours in Ontario for locals and visitors alike. A unique way to explore the city, Segway offers a number of group and private tours, where in, you can hop on your personal transporter, and wander around the city. Some of the major tours, that remain to be famous among visitors include the Segway Distillery Spin, Segway Distillery Ghost Tour and Horseshoe Valley Segway Adventure. To know more, please have a look at their website.
Reuben & Helene Dennis Museum houses one of the most extensive collections of Judaica art in North America. It was founded in 1965, and has since collected artifacts relating to Jewish culture. Today, the museum houses Torah ornaments, Hanukah lamps and many other articles of interest. Tours of the museum are available, and cultural activities also take place in the museum from time to time.
A recreational wonderland that sits a mere 10-minute ferry ride away from Toronto Harbor, the Toronto Islands constitute a set of 15 small isles in the midst of Lake Ontario. The islands are connected to one another by pathways and bridges that can be traversed on foot. Sprawled across 820 acres (330 hectares) of the lake's expanse, the Toronto Islands are home to the Snake Island, the South Chippewa Island, Mugg's Island, and Forestry Island, with the Centre Island emerging as the biggest of the group. Away from the city's furious bustle, the islands offer a serene retreat with their car-free stretches, and are home to a plethora of landmarks including the Centreville Amusement Park, the clothing-optional Hanlan's Beach, a Frisbee golf course, and the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.