Toronto, ON. Canada is a culturally diverse, super vibrant city with lots to see, and even more to do. It doesn't matter what your taste is, chances are very high that it will be catered to. The city of Toronto is clean, relatively safe, and always lively.
If you have never visited Toronto, the following is a check list of Things To Do if you ever decide to visit.
QUEEN ST. WEST - this is fantastic area in the heart of the city. Populated by every possible nationality, Queen St. offers up an array of ethnic foods, entertainment, and shopping experiences.
Start your journey at Queen and Yonge St., travel West, and explore sidewalk cafes, China Town at Queen and Spadina St., The Fashion district, Art Galleries, and Historical landmarks.
Old and New City Hall seen in the film Resident Evil are also a part of the landscape.
In the summer buskers line the sidewalks, along with super talented artists peddling their various works which include, but is not limited to unique jewellery, clothing, and crafts.
Also, take a short walk along Queen St. in either direction and you can sample foods from any part of the world!
Go East on Queen St. and discover the best collection of antique stores you have ever seen.
If comedy is your thing, several comedy clubs in the King St. West. district provide gut busting entertainment from up and coming comedians. Check out Comedy Night at Betty's on Adelaide St. East for an astounding line up of raw talent.
Visit the famous Eaton Centre at Yonge and Dundas St. and shop until you drop!
PRIDE PARADE
Celebrated in June, The Toronto Pride Parade is by far the largest celebration of gay pride in the world. Visitors from every part of the globe converge for a long weekend of partying, fun, and a super parade that closes off several city blocks. This year the event runs from June 20 - 29 2008.
THE TORONTO NATIONAL HOME SHOW
Love to decorate? Then this show is definitely for you!
Discover designs to fast track your creativity or simply explore the many options avaialable. You can also Shop from over 700 Exhibitors! Visit in April to be a part of this event.
TORONTO CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL
Sweet soca music, Caribbean culture, and food makes this the largest cash producing event in Canada! Celebrated either the last weekend in July, or the first weekend in August this 40 year old festival is an internationally known event. Drawing tourist from all around the globe, this colorful Caribbean festival is a magnificent sight to behold.
Watch Toronto come alive as the city explodes with sizzling music, colourful costumes and performances that will lift your soul and set your spirit ablaze. This year you can experience this spectacular display of culture from August 1 - 3, 2008.
Do You Love Film?
The Toronto International Film Festival takes place in September and draws the best of the best celebrity crowd. Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Denzil washington, Anthony Hopkins, Drew Barrymore, Samuel L. Jackson, and tons of top notch celebrities converge in Toronto during September. Celebrities can be seen casually strolling along city streets, or sitting in cafes as the papparazzi go wild! Films, Fabulous Parties, and Glamourous people is the name of the game at this event!
TWYN RIVERS
Hike to the top of the Rouge and experience native indian tradition, wild life, nature trails, and peace.
Situated on the boundary between the Borough of Scarborough and the Town of Pickering The west valley walls are wet and characterized by several fern species.
This wonderful area is perhaps the largest continuous woodland habitat left in Metro Toronto.
If you have never visited Toronto, and plan to take a vacation from your hectic life, put this amazingly spectacular city on the top of your list of things to do, you certainly won't regret it!
