Canada is the second largest country in the world and has a highly rich culture with a lot of diversity, so much so that there are two official languages there: English and French! So depending on which city you go to, you will notice that the population speaks one or other of these languages.
And when we talk about this country, there is no other city that comes to mind but the gigantic Toronto! The largest city in Canada and the 4th largest in North America, we can say that this is a city full of things to visit, isn't it?
With this in mind, we have separated the top 10 things you can't miss when you visit the city! To see what they are, stay with us and enjoy the reading!
What to see in Toronto? Check out 10 must-see sights!
A gigantic city with more than 2.93 million inhabitants that will welcome you with open arms! With a variety of places to visit, eat and stay! Check out some tips on what to visit:
1. central station: Union Station
This station has a very beautiful and unique architecture. But the main reason to visit this station is not only its beauty, but also how busy it is during peak hours!
It is a very different experience to enjoy in the city. As it has millions of people, it has several subways for the population to get around.
So between 7:30 and 9 in the morning this place is chaotic, but at the same time organized! There are many people walking back and forth. If you can't see this scene in the morning, it is possible in the late afternoon, between 4:30 and 5:30.
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2. The Nathan Phillips Square city hall buildings
The City Hall buildings are one of the most visited buildings in the city, and there's a reason why! They have a semi-valley shape, making their architecture totally different from the others, ensuring a very different view of the environment!
In front of the building there is also a square where various shows take place during the year, as well as fairs, protests and other events. And of course, you can also take a picture of the Toronto sign, which has also been on this plaza since 2015, when it was installed for the Pan American Games.
3. Visit Toronto Island
If you like to enjoy a quiet walk, this is the opportunity! On this island, you can take advantage of very mundane and homey activities such as: having a picnic, going to the beach, riding a bike, and enjoying the surrounding nature!
And the coolest thing is that to go to the island you can choose between the ferry, which leaves from Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, or go with a boat that leaves from Harbourfront.
4. Dundas Square
One of the busiest spots in the city, known as the "Times Square of Toronto"! It is a great place to shop and enjoy walking around.
Also, be sure to check out the cultural agenda when you go there. It is a space full of shows and public events, a great option to enjoy on any given day.
5. Get to know "The Beaches" neighborhood
This is an ideal spot to visit during the summer, it is a place full of volleyball players, cyclists and skiers, as well as many people walking, either with their children or dogs. During this time you can get some exercise and still get some vitamin D.
6. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
An aquarium with more than 20,000 animals, with many different species for you to see and understand what aquatic animals are like. Here you will see animals such as sharks of various species, a multitude of fish, jellyfish, rays, and many others.
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7. The giant CN Tower
This is the 3rd highest tower in the world, that's right! It is 553 meters high, it has a perfect view of the whole city! The coolest thing about it is to go up to the glass part, where you have a great view, - it's just not very recommendable for those who are afraid of heights!
Moreover, it was for 34 years considered the tallest tower in the world: from 1976 to 2007.
8. Graffiti Alley
This is an area of the city for those who like to see street art. Graffiti Alley is an alley in Toronto with many paintings: one better than the other!
For a long time it was a secret place, with little movement, but nowadays it is one of the main tourist spots.
9. High Park
The High Park is one of the largest in the city, being a great option to enjoy at any time of the year. There, besides enjoying the nature, there is also a small free zoo, making the ride even cooler.
10. The underground mall
To give you an idea, there are more than 30 km of stores underground in the city. Toronto's Path connects downtown and the financial district. This path was made mainly for people to have more comfort when needing to get around in the bitter cold.
What is the time zone in Toronto?
The City of Toronto's time zone is only one hour behind Brasilia time. That is, it is always one hour ahead of the standard time zone.
Is it worth renting a car in Toronto?
Yes, with a car your whole tour is more convenient to get around. Unless, of course, you want to take the subway during rush hour to see what the experience is like. But if you want to rent a car, go and check out more at Happy Tours and make your trip much happier!
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