Hands-On Activities

Visit Canada's Wonderland!  This place screams fun - literally! - with new and different exciting, action-packed events every year. The excitement just does not run out, with endless activities to see, do, experience, and enjoy. Details

Indulge at a food event.  Toronto is quite famous for its year-round food events that satisfy the palates of everybody. From Caribbean Board Games and Brunch, to events surrounding specific foods like Mac and Cheese, and events focused on particular ethnic cuisines, these events are an opportunity to try new foods, check out twists on old classics, and enjoy a buzzing atmosphere. Details

Visit any festival!  The biggest city in Canada, Toronto might also be the busiest. Dozens of festivals of all kinds fill the calendar year-round. No matter what kind of music, dance or film you’re into, there’s a big event with your name on it. Details

Pamper yourself.   Honestly, can you think of a better way to treat yourself? Visit a spa, or get your hair done, maybe even throw a mani-pedi in there, too. Where's the harm in taking a relaxing afternoon and spoiling yourself (and your kid) a little? Details

Sweet Retreats

Try some of the finest ice cream in town!  Summertime in Toronto - scratch that, any time in Toronto - means it's time to visit your local ice cream parlour, gelateria and frozen yogurt purveyor. Satisfy your cravings for scoops, ice cream sandwiches, and chocolate dipped swirls with this handy guide to frozen treats in the city. Details

Eat a cookie ... or ten ...  Good bakeries are essential to any neighbourhood, and in Toronto many areas are blessed with plentiful options. Really it comes down to style, from fancy French pastries and crusty Italian loaves to home-style sweets. You'll find it all at the standout bakeries across the city. Details

Kill that sweettooth!!  The best candy stores in Toronto are a friend to those with a serious sweet tooth across the city. Often stocking rare varieties of candies from other countries, you can go to these places to get your sugar fix. Details

Consume the boba!  The best bubble tea in Toronto is the stuff that boba dreams are made of. There are already hundreds of fruit and milk tea options in the city (and more arriving on the daily), but these tea shops stay on top of the latest trends, with great tapioca to match - and besides, who can resist an aesthetic picture or two to post online? Details

Shopping

Visit an outlet mall.   Outlet malls near Toronto might be a bit of a mission to get to but they are well worth the trek once you see the deals. These are the destinations where you'll find big name brands at rock bottom prices. Details

Try a boutique!  Walking down any beautiful street in Toronto, you'll bunch of clothing stores, with varieties of styles ranging from cute and simple to bizarre grunge. Nonetheless; think of the endless possibilities! Always give them a try. Details

Embrace your inner child.  As a kid, anytime I saw anything I could play wiht I would spend at least a good 20 minutes playing around with them. The best toy stores in Toronto are purveyors are the finest past-times for kids (and maybe even adults, too). Whether you're looking for on-trend or artisanal toys, these shops go beyond Indigo Kids and Toys R Us and offer their own curated selections of creative games for all ages. Details

Declare a game on!  Don't worry , we haven't forgotten what most guys like. The top video game stores in Toronto are places where game enthusiasts can be found trying to get their hands on new and used releases or hard-to-find products that are no longer in production. Many places buy and sell used games, which helps keeps costs in check. Details

Outdoors

Go on a hike.  Hiking trails in Toronto exemplify the city's quaint and somewhat hyperbolic slogan, "a city within a park." Thanks to our robust ravine system, we're blessed with a smattering of hiking options without having to leave the city, but there are also amazing destinations less than an hour's drive away. Details

Paddle around the Toronto Islands!  Mix up your usual weekend night out and head to the water instead. This sunset stand-up paddle board tour takes you through the waterways surrounding the Toronto Island ... and come on, don't tell me that this doesn't look cool. Details

Stroll through a park.  Often called a city within a park, Toronto has more than 1,500 parks covering 8,000 hectares. Toronto’s fabulous parks feature beaches, public artwork, playgrounds, sports fields, gardens, conservatories, ice rinks, outdoor theatre, and biking and hiking trails, not to mention plenty of space to just lie in the grass. Details

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