With summer break in full swing, it’s the perfect time for families to explore the top attractions and hidden gems Toronto has to offer.
Whether you want to get some exercise or immerse yourself in mind boggling art displays, Toronto is the perfect place that has various family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy together! Here are our top picks for staple Toronto locations you must visit with the fam this season!
CN Tower
Location: 290 Bremner Blvd.
Towering above the city’s downtown core, you and your family can go up over 100 storeys high to see the mesmerizing view of the city and Lake Ontario at the CN Tower’s observation decks. Go even higher up to The Top, the highest observation platform to make you feel like you’re on top of the world!
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Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Location: 288 Bremner Blvd.
With just a quick walk from the CN Tower, you will arrive at the infamous Ripley’s Aquarium for a day of aquatic adventures! This out-of-world experience is a calm getaway from the business of the city — allowing you to be one with the marine world. From sharks to friendly fish, this staple Toronto location is one you must visit to officially say you’ve been to the 6ix!
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Medieval Times
Location: 10 Dufferin St.
Journey back in time into the Middle Ages for an unforgettable live-action adventure at Medieval Times, where knights clash in thrilling sword fights to earn the title of Defender of the Realm. Feast on a delicious four-course meal as you cheer for your favourite knight, an experience your family will remember for years to come!
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Toronto Zoo
Location: 2000 Meadowvale Rd.
Take a trip to the Toronto Zoo for a full day of animal watching and interactive experiences to explore the wonders of the animal kingdom. From the Kids Zoo to facepainting, the kangaroo walk-thru, and ‘Splash Island, the zoo has plenty of activities to offer this summer so you will always have something exciting to do! Take advantage of the warm weather to enjoy this popular Toronto location this summer!
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Bike Riding in the Toronto Islands
Location: Centre Island
Go on a bike ride with the family on the Toronto Islands for a time of bonding and further exploration of beautiful sites. With many bike tours available on the islands, and Bike Share now available, all you have to do is take the ferry from the Harbourfront and meet at your designated starting location to begin the day full of fun!
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Museum of Illusions
Location: 132 Front St. E.
You will be in for a surprise at the Museum of Illusions which will leave you in a literal spiral! With optical illusions and installations to trick your brain, this place is perfect for a family day trip to get a bunch of laughter and confusion out of you!
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Toronto Blue Jays Game
Location: 1 Blue Jays Way
Get the whole family in their Jays gear to support the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre! With families travelling from all across the GTA, you’ll be joining thousands of baseball fans to cheer on Toronto’s very own, while enjoying a fun ballgame and possibly some hot dogs and popcorn!
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Royal Ontario Museum
Location: 100 Queen’s Park
Visit the ROM this summer for a series of exhibitions that will leave your mind blown! Auschwitz, Saints, Sinners, Lovers, and Fools, Nature in Brilliant Colour, are among some of the featured exhibitions for the summer season, so you’ll want to go check those out before they leave the museum.
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Hockey Hall of Fame
Location: 30 Yonge St.
Tap into Canadian culture by touring the Hockey Hall of Fame, located right near Union Station, to learn more about the impact hockey has made in our country. Here, you can gain access to hockey artifacts like a replica of the Stanley Cup, portraits of hockey legends, a sports broadcasting studio, and an interactive “shoot-out” simulation to put your hockey skills to the test!
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Scarborough Bluffs
Location: 1 Brimley Rd S.
Feeling beachy? Go visit the Scarborough Bluffs for a day of swimming in the blue waters, that will perhaps make you feel like you’ve travelled outside the country. Spend the day picnicking, playing volleyball, building sand castles, and catching some waves — all while creating new memories with your family!
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Centreville Amusement Park
Location: 9 Queens Quay W.
If you haven’t already been to the Toronto Islands, let this be the reason you go! Spend the day riding rollercoasters, ferris wheels, and other fun rides across this mini village — where your kids are sure to have the time of their lives! If you’re not feeling adventurous, there are plenty of rest stops and concession stands to enjoy good food while viewing the nature-filled island!
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