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Toronto Islands
Swim in the calm, clear lake and sunbathe on soft sand on the Toronto Islands. Enjoy the excitement of the central amusement park or wander between pretty parks and historic buildings.
Leave the urban jungle behind and spend a day exploring the beautiful islands that lie on the perimeter of Toronto Harbour. Ward’s Island is the biggest and holds many of the region’s most enticing attractions. Head straight to gorgeous Manitou Beach and its pier for great views of the city skyline or take a ride on the island’s tram tour. Look for the delightful lakeside church and Gibraltar Point Lighthouse. A plaque here reveals that the 19th-century lighthouse is supposedly haunted by the ghost of its first keeper, who was found mysteriously dead in 1815.
Cross from here to Centre Island and head to Centreville Park. Children and adults can try more than 30 rides including a log flume, roller coaster and ghost train. Get close to horses, goats and rabbits at the petting zoo and grab something to eat at one of several fast-food restaurants.
After a busy morning, set off on foot or rent bikes to see more of the islands. Watch yachts sailing from Algonquin Island and admire graceful ships at the Toronto Island Marina.
If you’re tempted to get out on the water yourself, rent a paddleboat and explore the sheltered channels that wrap around tiny Snake Island and Snug Harbour.
Before you head for home soak up the friendly atmosphere at the Rectory Café. Sip a refreshing drink while the sun begins to set and indulge yourself with a generous portion of fries or pizza.
Reach Toronto Islands via a 10–minute ferry that departs regularly from the dock at the end of Bay Street on the mainland. The ferry has a small fee. The islands have no visitor accommodations although there are bathrooms and several food outlets.
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Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
33 Gerrard St W, TorontoThis family-friendly Toronto hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Yonge-Dundas Square, Toronto Eaton Centre and Toronto City Hall. Art Gallery of Ontario and Hockey Hall of Fame are also within 1 mi (2 km). College Station is 5 minutes by foot and Dundas Station is 5 minutes.
One King West Hotel & Residence
1 King Street West, TorontoLocated in Financial District, this romantic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of The Path and Hockey Hall of Fame. Ryerson University and CN Tower are also within 1 mile (2 km). King Station is only a 2-minute walk and Queen Station is 6 minutes.
The Fairmont Royal York
100 Front St West, TorontoThis family-friendly Toronto hotel is located in the historical district, within a 15-minute walk of Hockey Hall of Fame, CN Tower and Rogers Centre. Ryerson University and University of Toronto - St. George Campus are also within 2 mi (3 km). Toronto Union Station is only a 3-minute walk and St Andrew Station is 6 minutes.
Hotel X Toronto by Library Hotel Collection
111 Princes' Boulevard, TorontoLocated in Downtown Toronto, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Exhibition Place, Rogers Centre and CN Tower. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada and Hockey Hall of Fame are also within 3 mi (5 km). Toronto Exhibition Station is 9 minutes by foot.
Sheraton Gateway Hotel In Toronto International Airport
Terminal 3, Toronto AMF, MississaugaSituated near the airport, this eco-friendly hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Woodbine Racetrack, Centennial Park and Fantasy Fair. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Montgomery's Inn are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Sandman Signature Toronto Airport Hotel
55 Reading Crt, TorontoLocated in Etobicoke, this golf hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Woodbine Racetrack and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Fantasy Fair. Centennial Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Cambridge Suites Hotel - Toronto
15 Richmond St E, TorontoLocated in Downtown Toronto, this romantic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Path and Hockey Hall of Fame. Ryerson University and CN Tower are also within 1 mile (2 km). King Station is 7 minutes by foot and Queen Station is 9 minutes.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown
108 Chestnut St, TorontoLocated in Downtown Toronto, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Path and Ryerson University. CN Tower and Hockey Hall of Fame are also within 1 mile (2 km). St Patrick Station is only a 4-minute walk and Dundas Station is 6 minutes.
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