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Toronto harbourfront Attractions
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Ontario Place Cinesphere 955 Lakeshore Blvd. W. (Ontario Place) (416) 314-9900 The original Toronto IMAX theatre housed inside a gigantic dome Cinesphere presents IMAX films and Hollywood blockbusters on its 60' x 80' screen.
Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay W (416) 973-3000 Harbourfront centre is one of Toronto's most popular tourist attractions, drawing more than three million visitors each year. The ten acre site Hosts hundreds of events annually that showcase the best in Canadian culture side by side with the best from around the world. They present events in dance, visual arts, crafts, theatre, music, literary readings and community festivals. They also host many activities especially for kids. Facilities include: The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery du Maurier Theatre Centre du Maurier World Stage International Festival of Contemporary Theatre Toronto Dance Theatre Two Marinas
The Harbourfront Antique Market 390 Queens Quay W 416-345-9941 With over 100 independent permanent antique shops, The Harbourfront Antique Market is Toronto's # 1 choice for Antiques!
Toronto Islands - Centre Island Municipal Park (416) 203-0405 Just off the harbour are the Toronto islands a quit refuge from the city. There are lots of bike and rollerblading trails as well as picnic tables. There is also the Centreville Amusement Area for the kids as well as a petting zoo and the islands are accessible by ferry. The mainland Ferry Docks are located at the foot of Bay Street at Queen's Quay West.
Ontario Place 955 Lake Shore Blvd. W (416) 314-9811 Ontario Place located on the lake waterfront is a family oriented entertainment complex offering something for everyone. Kids enjoy the attractions like the park's wet playground, face painting, and Children's Village. as well as waterslides and a virtual reality games arcade. Ontario Place is also home to the Cinesphere Toronto's original and still largest IMAX theatre housed inside a giant sphere. This is also a concert venue hosting top name performers. There are many restaurants, bars and fast food outlets. They also host the Benson and Hedges Symphony of Fire, a mammoth fireworks competition held each summer on the waterfront with entries from many different countries.The world-famous fireworks display, air shows, and big-name concerts are held at Ontario Place throughout the summer.
Palais Royale Ballroom 1601 Lake Shore Blvd. W (416) 533-3553 ext.33 This is a real gem, a classic 30's ballroom seemingly frozen in time. There are two bars and dancing.
Redpath Sugar Museum 95 Queen's Quay E (416) 366-3561 Exhibits focus on the history of sugar and its production. Harbourfront |
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