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The CN Tower is Toronto and Canada’s most recognizable icon and at over 550 metres, it is the second tallest building in the world. Travel up to the look-out level in only 58 seconds in a glass-fronted elevator, where you can stand on the glass floor or venture to the outdoor observation level. The Sky Pod will take you up another 33 storeys to the highest look-out area. At 447 metres, you will see an unobstructed 360 degree view of Toronto, Lake Ontario and the surrounding region with a visibility of over 160 kilometres. One of Toronto’s finest dining experiences is ‘360 The Restaurant’, where unforgettable food is combined with a magnificent revolving view of Toronto at more than 351 metres above the ground.

The Toronto Zoo, located in the northeast corner of the city, is one of the largest zoos in the world. Encompassing 287 hectares, the zoo is divided into seven geographical regions and is currently home to over 5,000 animals representing over 500 species. The animals are displayed indoors in tropical pavilions and outdoors in what would be their naturalistic environments. The zoo also features areas such as the Kids Zoo, Waterside Theatre, Splash Island and over 10 kms of walking trails.

Revive your sense of wonder when you visit Toronto’s majestic castle, Casa Loma. Construction of the medieval-like castle began in 1911, taking 300 men nearly three years to complete the project at a cost of $3,500,000 at that time. Casa Loma is complete with decorated suites, secret passages, an 800-foot tunnel, towers, stables, and a beautiful five-acre estate garden (open May through October). Self-guided multimedia tours are available in English, French, Japanese, German, Italian, Spanish, Mandarin, Korean and American Sign Language.

Established in the 1970’s Bloor-Yorkville is Toronto’s most celebrated neighborhood of style and culture offering a unique blend of over 700 designer boutiques, fashionable restaurants, luxurious hotels and world class galleries. This district is home to the award winning Village of Yorkville Park, and Sante: The Bloor-Yorkville Wine Festival. Stroll the unique side streets, charming laneways and experience an exquisite blend of historic charm and modern chic. Take in a live jazz performance at a café, enjoy a fabulous meal or shop for current trends, Bloor-Yorkville is a Toronto must. 

Established in 1803, in the centre of the historic Old Town Toronto, is the St. Lawrence Market. The South Market Building contains over 120 specialty vendors and merchants offering a vast variety of fresh foods and unique artisan items for sale. The Saturday Farmers Market, a historic tradition, is a favourite among many Toronto events, for locals and visitors alike. On Sundays, over 80 antique dealers fill the North Market and the surrounding plaza, displaying their wares from dawn to 5pm.