Guidebook for Toronto
Food Scene
Grand Electric Parkdale
1330 Queen St WBest tacos in town! Great back patio.
Delicious Mexican, great patio. Literally right beside my house.
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Cocina Economica
141 Berkeley StDelicious Mexican, great patio. Literally right beside my house.
This is one of the best coffee shops in Toronto, and super close to my home! They offer a selection of coffees, teas, hot/warn beverages, delicious baked good and sandwiches. There is plenty of seating. Free WIFI.
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Rooster Coffee House
479 Broadview AveThis is one of the best coffee shops in Toronto, and super close to my home! They offer a selection of coffees, teas, hot/warn beverages, delicious baked good and sandwiches. There is plenty of seating. Free WIFI.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cold Tea
1186 Queen Street WestSuper cool (hidden) bar for cheap beer and dim sum.
Parks & Nature
Where all the locals go on weekends. Lots of artsy stuff going on, tennis courts, TONS of shopping, food nearby.
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Trinity - Bellwoods
Where all the locals go on weekends. Lots of artsy stuff going on, tennis courts, TONS of shopping, food nearby.
The Harbourfront Centre hosts tons of weekly events, and is a nice place to hangout and enjoy Lake Ontario. They often have a small art exhibit running featuring local art. You can also rent bikes and kayaks near the centre.
The ferry docks (to go to Toronto island) are located nearby. Water taxis can also be accessed here for an alternative mode of transportation to the island.
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Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay WThe Harbourfront Centre hosts tons of weekly events, and is a nice place to hangout and enjoy Lake Ontario. They often have a small art exhibit running featuring local art. You can also rent bikes and kayaks near the centre.
The ferry docks (to go to Toronto island) are located nearby. Water taxis can also be accessed here for an alternative mode of transportation to the island.
A must-do for any visitor. Toronto Island boasts the best views of the city. Picnic, enjoy the beach, explore, bike rides, or enjoy a nice cup (or few) of sangria. It's a nice day or afternoon trip.
You can catch the ferry to the island from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. It costs $8 roundtrip to/from the island.
There are several islands to choose from. Centre Island is mainly for families and their kids. Hanlan's offers beautiful beaches (both nude and clothed beaches) and is where most people in their 20's/30's head to (including myself). Wards Island is the third island, offering a cute cafe and plenty of green space. There is less to do on Wards, however you can walk to Hanlan's from Wards (about a 25 minute walk).
There is a bike path that wraps around the island... it is beautiful. If interested, you can rent bikes on the island as well (however, it may be cheaper to rent them in the city then take them on the ferry to the island... there is no extra fee to bring your bike to the island).
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Toronto Islands
A must-do for any visitor. Toronto Island boasts the best views of the city. Picnic, enjoy the beach, explore, bike rides, or enjoy a nice cup (or few) of sangria. It's a nice day or afternoon trip.
You can catch the ferry to the island from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. It costs $8 roundtrip to/from the island.
There are several islands to choose from. Centre Island is mainly for families and their kids. Hanlan's offers beautiful beaches (both nude and clothed beaches) and is where most people in their 20's/30's head to (including myself). Wards Island is the third island, offering a cute cafe and plenty of green space. There is less to do on Wards, however you can walk to Hanlan's from Wards (about a 25 minute walk).
There is a bike path that wraps around the island... it is beautiful. If interested, you can rent bikes on the island as well (however, it may be cheaper to rent them in the city then take them on the ferry to the island... there is no extra fee to bring your bike to the island).
Arts & Culture
Art Gallery of Ontario
317 Dundas St WShopping
CF Toronto Eaton Centre
220 Yonge StBusy on weekends, quiet on weekdays.
Delicious market super close to my place. Tons of homemade food, and a rad antiques market.
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St. Lawrence Market
93 Front St EDelicious market super close to my place. Tons of homemade food, and a rad antiques market.
Essentials
This is my primary grocery store. It has good prices, and plenty of fresh food. It is a 5-10 minute walk from my home.
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Rocco's No Frills
200 Front St EThis is my primary grocery store. It has good prices, and plenty of fresh food. It is a 5-10 minute walk from my home.
The local drug store; carries all things health/beauty/sanitary related.
NOTE: YOU CAN BUY TTC TOKENS HERE.
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Shoppers Drug Mart
388 King St WThe local drug store; carries all things health/beauty/sanitary related.
NOTE: YOU CAN BUY TTC TOKENS HERE.
Getting Around
Queen station
8 Queen St WThe nearest subway station. Can buy tokens here.