Toronto
The best way to get acquainted with the city is to start walking: Toronto is a pedestrian-oriented town, and there's no better way to absorb the ambience of the various neighborhoods than to walk through them. For a panoramic view of the city, head to the top of the CN Tower, one of the world's tallest self-supporting structures.

Because Toronto is Canada's largest city, it's no surprise that many of the nation's prominent museums and wildlife facilities are found there. We were especially impressed by the Hockey Hall of Fame. Be rested before visiting the sprawling Royal Ontario Museum (affectionately called "the ROM"), Canada's largest museum with five floors of exhibits. One of our favorite Toronto attractions is the medieval-style mansion Casa Loma. Other city sights include the Art Gallery of Toronto, the Ontario Science Centre and the Bata Shoe Museum. If you like zoos, don't miss the African Lion Safari or the Toronto Zoo. And don't forget High Park, a pristine area with waterfalls surrounded by huge flower gardens.
In warm-weather months (May-September), the lakefront park called Ontario Place is a popular destination. Another good summer activity is a boat cruise on Lake Ontario—the views of the city skyline from the water are spectacular. Some trips include a stop in the lovely Toronto Islands, a nearby string of islets where cars are prohibited.
Museums—Royal Ontario Museum; Art Gallery of Ontario; Ontario Science Centre.

Walks—Along Harbourfront; Queen Street E. to the boardwalk along Lake Ontario; Queen Street W.; through any of Toronto's three Chinatowns; along the Greek area of the Danforth; through trendy Yorkville; Ontario Place.
Especially for Kids—The Ontario Science Centre; the CN Tower; Ontario Place; Centreville on Toronto Island; the Toronto Zoo; Black Creek Pioneer Village; Paramount Canada's Wonderland.