Key places to visit in ontario

Key Places to Visit In Ontario

Anyone who has traveled through the province of Ontario knows that it is big…really big. And with that size comes a multitude of places to go and things to do.

Here’s a quick guide featuring some of the key places to visit when traveling through Ontario.

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is truly one of the wonders of the natural world, and people come from all around the world to take in the majesty. At the actual Falls, you can just stand and stare in amazement, or experience attractions such as:

• Maid of the Mist • Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours• Journey Behind the Falls

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Aside from the Falls, the Niagara region also offers attractions such as:

• World-class vineyards• Historic Clifton Hill• Casino Niagara• Fort Erie race track• Great Wolf Lodge• Marineland

Be sure to mention these when booking trips through your travel agency.

Greater Toronto Area

The United Nations has called Toronto the world’s most multicultural city, and the Greater Toronto Area or “GTA” is a must-stop on your travels through the province.

Toronto is home to more than 5,000 restaurants, the Toronto International Film Festival, and an exciting blend of culture, energy,urban areas and green spaces.

The GTA also boasts some must-see attractions that will take any trip to the next level. Your travel agency will have a full list, but here are some of the biggest.

CN Tower

The CN Tower is one of the tallest in the entire world, and the one structure that instantly identifies the city skyline.

The tower stands 1815.4 feet tall and features:

• 360° revolving restaurant • Edgewalk - outdoor walk around the roof of the tower• Breathtaking views of the entire city and Lake Ontario

Professional Sports

If you love sports, Toronto has several professional teams, including:

•Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team•Toronto Blue Jays baseball team•Toronto Raptors basketball team•Toronto Argonauts football team

Check for ticket availability before you visit your travel agency, so you won’t miss any action.

Ontario Science Centre

The Ontario Science Centre is located in Toronto and features scores of interactive experiences that both children and adults love.

The Science Centre is both an educational and awe-inspiring attraction, with exhibitions, experiences and films that pique curiosity and get you thinking.

Toronto Zoo

The Toronto Zoo is a world-class facility that boasts features such as:

• More than 5,000 animals from all over the world• Over 10km of walking trails• 710 acres of total space• Interactive children’s exhibits• Two-acre water play area• Seven gift shops• Natural animal environments

Royal Ontario Museum

Known as the ‘ROM’ the Royal Ontario Museum is a Toronto attraction that is among the world’s best for natural history and world culture.

The ROM features exhibits from around the world and throughout different points of history, and routinely displays timeless collections as they make their way around the globe for the public to see.

Canada’s Wonderland

For sheer excitement and amusement park fun, you must visit Canada’s Wonderland, located less than an hour north of Toronto.

The park features:

• Almost 70 rides• 20-acre water park• KidZville children’s area• 16 roller coasters, including Canada’s fastest & tallest• Dinosaurs Alive, interactive dinosaur park

Muskoka

A couple hours north of Toronto is the Muskoka region. Muskoka is situated in the middle of countless freshwater lakes, lush forests and Canadian Shield cliffs, and is great for:• Fishing• Boating• Water skiing• Hiking• Snowmobiling• Hiking and exploring

Algonquin Park

Algonquin Park is an iconic park that is home to wolves, bears, fish and many other wildlife species. The park is dotted with freshwater lakes and is ideal for fishing. Some of the Algonquin Park features include:

• 2,000 km of canoe routes• Almost 2,000 camp sites• Hiking, backpacking, dog sledding• World-class trout fishing• Hunting (under certain circumstances)• Swimming

Northern Ontario

If Muskoka and Algonquin Park are a paradise for nature lovers, then Ontario’s north is pure heaven. The Northeastern, Northwestern,and central portions of Northern Ontario offer unparalleled experiences for anyone who want s a true, nature experience.

The Canadian Shield, ancient Boreal forests, northern Great Lakes and untouched wilderness make Northern Ontario an unforgettable stop on your Ontario adventure.

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