Things to do in Fort Nelson, British Colombia
Unique Attractions in Toronto
Royal Ontario Museum
The ROM, located at the corner of Bloor St and Queen's Park Ave, is
Canada's largest museum. Its exhibits and galleries explore the visual
arts, archaeology, the life sciences and natural history.
The Ontario Science Centre
The
Ontario Science Centre houses an OMNIMAX Theatre, which presents a
variety of IMAX films on science and nature, and showcases rotating
exhibits, educational programs and special events.
Ontario Place
Ontario
Place was created as a showplace for the province and the nation. It is
situated on the waterfront of Lake Ontario and is an entertainment
centre for the whole family. It features a Cinesphere IMAX Theatre, and
a full day's worth of exciting rides and attractions, in a setting of
canals, lakes and lagoons. A 16,000 seat amphitheatre that hosts some
noteworthy concerts.
Canada's Wonderland
Commonly
referred to as Wonderland, this amusement park features over 200
attractions, 65
thrilling rides and North America's greatest variety
of roller coasters. The park has a variety of thrill rides, including
the
Back Lot Stunt Coaster, created from a car scene in The Italian Job
movie. The wild ride takes families on a high-speed stunt car adventure
through movie sets and scenes inspired by the film's climatic chase
sequence. Located just 30 km's north of the Toronto Metro area, the
park also offers live shows, a water park and a small picnic area at
the front gates. It is located close to campgrounds and other
accommodations.
Toronto Zoo
The Toronto Zoo, located in old Scarborough, is amongst the best in the
country. The Zoo features a wide range of wildlife including polar
bears, otters, venomous snakes, orangutans and pygmy hippos.
Things to do in Toronto
The Toronto International Carnival-Caribana
Jun 17 to Aug 03
The Toronto International Carnival takes
place annually in the summer. Characteristic events include Caribbean
music, children's carnival, food, dance and much more. Be sure to check out the array of live music shows offered.
Toronto Pride Week
Jun 20 to Jun 29
Toronto Pride Week is an annual event that takes place in downtown Toronto
during the last week of June. The event is one of the largest of its
kind in the world and celebrates diverse sexual and gender identities,
histories, cultures, creativities, families, friends and lives. The
week long festival included a three-day arts fest, a weekend street
fair (including a community fair and market place), a Dyke March and a
Pride Parade.
Toronto International Dragon Boat Race
Jun 21 to Jun 22
Combining both sport and ancient Chinese
culture, the Toronto International Dragon Boat Race includes races for
adults, youth and families. Over 125,000 spectators and participants
attend each year to see dance companies, attend workshops, watch an
onsite parade, visit the multicultural village, cheer on race teams and
more.
Toronto Downtown Jazz and Blues Festival
Jun 22 to Jul 01
For
ten days in June a number of jazz types take over Toronto's downtown
venues to enjoy the music of Toronto's Downtown Jazz Festival.
Internationally acclaimed musicians delight the large crowds that flock
to one of Canada's largest jazz music events
Festival of Fire
Jun 28, Jul 01, Jul 03, Jul 05
This annual fireworks
festival takes place on and around Canada Day at Ontario Place.
Brilliant fireworks displays are choreographed to music and attract
international attention.
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