The animals of Toronto are outside this summer, and are eager to meet their new human friends!
From small petting zoos to the city’s popular aquarium, Toronto holds hundreds of animal species for you to explore and even interact with.
Start making your way to these six locations to enjoy the animals that live in the city!
Friends of High Park Zoo
Location: 1873 Bloor St. W.
Come say hello to Toronto’s furry friends at High Park Zoo, a zoo that carries a deep history in the neighbourhood. With super adorable animals like capybara, llamas, and calves, you can explore a variety of animal species that will surely leave you saying “aww” at every section!
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Riverdale Farm
Location: 201 Winchester St.
Visit Riverdale Farm for a close-up experience at their petting zoo, right beside Toronto’s Cabbagetown neighbourhood. This farm is perfect for a calm day out with the family, as it is wheelchair accessible and stroller friendly. You can explore the horse and cow padlock, while also observing the many historical buildings established on this farm.
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Toronto Zoo
Location: 2000 Meadowvale Rd.
Visit the famous Toronto Zoo for a full day of fun and entertainment! This summer, the snow leopard and the celebration of the beloved gorilla, Charles’s life is being spotlighted, to celebrate the importance of these animal’s impact on the zoo. With other animals from all climates of the world, this zoo will leave you with a treat. Once you’re done watching the animals, you can even enjoy their attractions like their two-acre splash pad or their high ropes course!
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Far Enough Farm (Centre Island)
Location: 9 Queens Quay W.
Just like the name suggests, this park is just far enough to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, but is close enough to Toronto’s downtown core for a quick and easy trip. This farm on Centre Island’s Centreville Amusement Park allows guests to meet over 40 species of farm animals like pigs, llamas, lamb, bunnies, and more! This peaceful experience is perfect to take a break at, when you visit the island.
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Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Location: 288 Bremner Blvd.
Head over to Ripley’s for a day of aquatic adventures! At this infamous aquarium, you will get to learn about species deep into the ocean and see all of its beautiful creatures. This summer, you can get tickets for $5 after 5 p.m. for their Sharks After Dark exhibit to get an affordable deal whilst viewing these carnivorous creatures after hours.
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Vintage Cat Cafe
Location: 1274 St. Clair Ave. W.
Snuggle up with these cute cats at this vintage cat cafe. This cafe is the first of its kind in the city, where guests can enjoy a delicious drink while petting and playing with the cats. This place is ‘purrfect’ for every cat-lover, as these charming kitties will make it extremely hard to leave.
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