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If you are vacationing in Canada then one of the places you will be likely to visit, or definitely should be part of your itinerary, is Toronto. Toronto is the capital of the Ontario province in Canada. The population of Toronto itself is approximately 2.5 million people and if you include the Greater Toronto area that figure grows to around 4.5 million. Toronto is a fantastic destination for tourists due to the interesting mix of cultures with more than 200 different ethnicities represented. Approximately 30% of the residents speak a language other than English or French adding an exotic diversity to the city. Toronto is the fifth largest metropolitan city in North America. Some of the places to visit while you are there are:
• Ontario Science Centre
• Royal Ontario Museum
• Toronto Zoo
• African Lion Safari
• CN Tower
• Toronto Theater
• Casa Loma
There are a huge range of experiences existing in Toronto and many of these depend on your personal taste and what exactly a holiday means to you personally. At most times of the year there are sporting and cultural events held as the people of Toronto love sports. One of the favorites for locals and tourists alike is a visit to The Hockey Hall of Fame.
You will also discover that there is a world class selection of restaurants and bars in the city, and to soak up the ethnic diversity of the city ensure you visit some of the interesting areas such as Little Italy, Bloor West Village and China Town to name a few.
As with many cities in the world a great range of accommodation options exist, from cheap hotels in Toronto to the utmost luxury and top of the range options, every kind of accommodation can be catered for. Just do a quick search online and a range of choice and prices can be found all over the city.
There are plenty of activities available for the younger ones in Toronto and the Toronto Zoo Wild Toy Animal Hospital is one of the most popular. Here children can take their toys to be examined and treated by the Zoo’s wildlife veterinary staff, making a visit extra special. Ontario science centre is also a place that attracts many people, adults and children alike, with over 60 different species of snakes and lizards to see.
Canada’s Wonderland, which is just outside Toronto City, is a hit for the whole family and most of all for the kids. As you can probably guess this is a premier amusement park offering more than 200 attractions. There are over 65 thrilling rides as well as Splash Works, a 20-acre waterpark.
For a more artistic approach there are many festivals and indoor or outdoor events throughout the year. Depending on when exactly you plan to visit you are sure to find something suitable. From taking a boat cruise on the river and watching a summer concert to performing arts events, shopping or trade shows, Toronto offers up all sorts of alternatives year round.
While you are in the city it would be shame to miss out on the night life. You will find there are any number of clubs and lounges, cabaret and dinner theatres, entertainment complexes, casinos, movie theatres, pubs and sports bars, wineries and breweries. With options like this you will have to limit your night time activities to make sure you are well rested for the fun filled days.
Whatever your taste you will find Toronto is a city that is very much alive, a city that has open arms to visitors from all over the world and is an excellent choice for a vacation spot. The only thing to be wary of is that you make sure you spend enough time there on your holiday. Allow yourself a long enough vacation to be able to take in all the experiences on offer. If you misjudge the time don’t worry too much, you can always go back on your next vacation.
Michiel Van Kets provides article services for William Sharp who works for Cheaper than Hotels Australia, a travel-operator that helps travelers find the right hotel at the right price. By using smart and intuitive technology users can quickly search a database offering bargains at more than 48,000 properties in 130 countries worldwide. Find cheap hotels in Toronto and budget Niagara Falls hotels as well as cheap accommodation in Singapore and Australia.
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