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TORONTO & NIAGARA FALLS

TORONTO & NIAGARA FALLS

TORONTO
Casa Loma
Royal Ontario Museum
YORK Kensington Market
4 CN Tower
St Lawrence Market
1 Chelsea Hotel 2 Anndore House 3 Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto
& Fairmont Royal York 4 Hotel X 5 Westin Harbour Castle 6 Radisson Hotel & Suites
Fallsview & Marriott Fallsview
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EAST YORK
OLD TORONTO 1
3 Toronto Eaton Centre 5
Distillery District
Clifton Skywheel Skylon Tower
Lake Ontario
NIAGARA
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Discovery Centre
American Falls Bridal Veil Falls
Horseshoe Falls
Urban excitement and breathtaking natural wonders
Few cities in the world can rival Toronto for its annual festivals , thriving music scene and diverse districts flaunting museums , galleries , theatres , eclectic shops and restaurants with food from all corners of the world .
The city ’ s most prominent attraction is the CN Tower , the tallest free-standing structure in the western hemisphere . It ’ s also home to EdgeWalk , a thrilling hands-free walk around the outside ledge of the tower - do it if you dare ! Standing at 1,815 feet tall and designated as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World , this engineering marvel is a Canadian icon .
In Old Town Toronto you ’ ll want to explore St Lawrence Market , ranked by National Geographic as the world ’ s best food market . So , be sure to take your taste buds on a stroll through its famous produce and food stalls , restaurants , art exhibits and cooking classes .
The Distillery Historic District is regarded as one of Toronto ’ s most picturesque sites with its cobblestone laneways and Victorian era buildings . It was Toronto ’ s first distillery but today the jigsaw of industrial warehouses is home to high-end boutiques , art galleries and artisanal food haunts . Another great shopping spot is the Toronto Eaton Centre , where you ’ ll find over 250 shops to satisfy every style and wallet , along with lots of eateries .
Check out also the Evergreen BrickWorks , where heritage buildings have been transformed into a global showcase for green design and awardwinning public space . Other notable city attractions include Ripley ’ s Aquarium of Canada , the Royal Ontario Museum , the Art Gallery of Ontario and , Canada ’ s Wonderland amusement park .
Follow the Lake Ontario shoreline to the majestic Niagara Falls , which are quite simply magnificent in every way and there are plenty of ways to get up close ! A boat cruise takes you to the heart of the Falls so you feel the mist on your cheeks and enjoy unique vistas , helicopters let you take in breathtaking views of the turbulent rapids and thundering waterfalls , there are also spectacular observation decks at the foot of the Falls while the Skylon Tower or Clifton Hill Skywheel provide incredible aerial views .
At pretty Niagara-on-the-Lake catch a show , stroll the historic Old Town , cycle through the picturesque vineyards and feast on farm-to-table fare .
Getting there : The flight from the UK to Toronto is around 8 hours non-stop . Niagara Falls is a 2 hour drive from Toronto .
Best time to go : Ontario ’ s temperatures vary greatly , but generally are humid in the south , with chilly winters and warm summers , to sub-Arctic in the north .
UNMISSABLE TORONTO & NIAGARA FALLS EXPERIENCES
Get more out of your stay . Prices are per person
TORONTO HARBOUR & ISLAND CRUISE from £ 19
This hour long cruise begins with a look at Toronto ’ s bustling Western Harbourfront before crossing the strait to enter the lagoons of the Toronto Islands . Watch for wildlife before admiring the skyline views .
CN TOWER ADMISSION from £ 35
This symbol of Toronto and Canada not only offers sweeping panoramic views but also a world of entertainment . Travel via a glass faced elevator , with glass floor panels , up to the LookOut Observation in a mere 58 seconds and prepared to be wowed !
ISLAND TWILIGHT BICYCLE TOUR from £ 79
Take a short ferry ride across the harbour to the Toronto Islands enjoying the views of the Toronto skyline as it lights up for the evening . Cycle along car-free neighbourhoods , past parks , beaches and historic landmarks .
KENSINGTON MARKET INTERNATIONAL FOOD TOUR from £ 85
Indulge yourself on this 2½ hour gastronomic experience , featuring foods from eight countries in eclectic Kensington Market . Receive priority service and avoid the queues .
NIAGARA FALLS FROM TORONTO from £ 129 ( including lunch ) This full day tour includes a thrilling cruise for a unique view of the Horseshoe Falls ( on days cruise is not operating it is substituted with Journey Behind the Falls ). Other highlights include a trip along the Niagara Parkway to charming Niagara-on-the-Lake and lunch at the Fallsview Restaurant .
JOURNEY BEHIND THE FALLS ( SELF-GUIDED ) from £ 19
Go far below the rim of the gorge and behind the Falls as you experience the awesome sights and thundering sounds of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls . The sound is deafening , the sight is awesome .
VOYAGE TO THE FALLS from £ 25
A 15 minute boat tour to experience the Great Gorge , American Falls , Bridal Veil Falls and , of course , up close and personal connection with the incredible water , power and mist of the mighty Horseshoe Falls . Available from Niagara Falls .
DELUXE NIAGARA WINERY TOUR from £ 85 ( including lunch ) This six hour coach tour from Niagara Falls shuttles you through the lush Niagara Peninsula . Visit Niagara wineries and enjoy a wine tasting as well as a tour of each winery before free time to explore historic Niagara-on-the-Lake . Also available from Toronto from £ 129 .
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