Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary – Part 2: Day Trips Outside Saigon
Having spent your first few days in Saigon centre, it is now the time to explore away…
Toronto is one of the most vibrant cities in the world and is home to a mix of cultures unlike anywhere else in Canada. There are many unique and wonderful places to discover around Toronto, it can be overwhelming for first time visitors as some places hide in plain sight while others are very public and hard to miss. We developed a handy list of top activities to do in Toronto if you are here for the first time, take your time to visit each place or if you are a meticulous planner, you can do them all in 48 hours in Toronto!
For a truly unique experience when you travel to Toronto, make sure to visit the CN Tower, a quintessential Toronto icon. With 360-degree views of the city from four different observation areas, including the famous glass floor and the EdgeWalk. From a fine dining revolving restaurant, gift shop or a walk among sharks and other water creatures at Ripley’s Aquarium, there are plenty of options for the whole family.
Over 750,000 gallons of water hurl over Niagara Falls per second, easily making the view one of the most exhilarating on the planet. Not only are these falls one of the largest falls in North America, but they’re also very accessible, with trains going to and from Toronto every hour from the front step of your Toronto home.
Take time to visit the quaint town Niagara-On-The-Lake with its lush water front, whimsical boutiques, delightful bistros, several wineries, breweries and distilleries If you plan to visit the region during the Shaw Festival each year, do not miss the world-class theatre experience!
To see more of the culture of Toronto, visit Harbourfront Centre. You will find old warehouses that have been transformed into theatres, art galleries, eateries, shops, and parks. The main attraction of the Harbourfront Centre are all the community events and festivals that occur year-round, the most popular one being the Luminato Festival in the summer.
Bonus if you are active and want to run or cycle along the waterfront with locals, Bike Share stations are available all year round.
The AGO, one of the largest art museums in North America, is home to approximately 95,000 works of art. Collections range from cutting-edge contemporary art, European masterpieces to a vast collection by the Group of Seven and emerging Indigenous Canadian artists. The gallery also features special collections and exhibitions from other museums around the world. The building itself is a work of art designed by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry
The ROM is Canada’s largest museum of world cultures and natural history. It is home to six million objects, interactive exhibits and special exhibitions. From minerals and gems to dinosaurs, Egyptian mummies and Roman busts it has everything for the family to explore.
Each city offers a lot of attractions that can satisfy people of many interests, from sight seeing to sports to arts, there’s something for everyone. For a detailed curated experience during your visit, please use the printed guide book left at your Homes by IDG home or ask us any questions at homes@idogood.ca
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