Toronto, Financial center and provincial capital in Ontario, Canada
Toronto extends along Lake Ontario with numerous high-rise buildings, including the CN Tower that stands at 553 meters in height.
The settlement originated in 1793 when John Graves Simcoe established a military outpost named York, which later became Toronto in 1834.
The city features multiple neighborhoods reflecting international influences, such as Chinatown, Little Italy, Greektown, and Kensington Market with their specific food traditions.
The Toronto Transit Commission operates an extensive network of subways, streetcars, and buses that connect different areas of the metropolitan region.
The name Toronto derives from the Mohawk word tkaronto, meaning trees standing in water, referencing the early landscape of the region.
Location: Ontario
Inception: 1750
Founders: John Graves Simcoe
Elevation above the sea: 76 m
Shares border with: Regional Municipality of York, Regional Municipality of Durham, Regional Municipality of Peel, Vaughan, Mississauga, Markham, Pickering, Brampton
Address: Toronto, ON, Canada M Toronto
Website: https://toronto.ca
GPS coordinates: 43.67028,-79.38667
Latest update: August 11, 2025 12:12
Photo license: CC BY 2.0
Photo license: GFDL
Toronto offers numerous attractions for families with children. The Toronto Zoo in Scarborough houses more than 5000 animals from all continents. The Ontario Science Centre in Don Valley East presents interactive exhibits on science and technology. The Royal Ontario Museum downtown displays collections on natural and cultural history. Recreational facilities include Canada's Wonderland in Vaughan with rides and shows, Ontario Place on the western waterfront, and Centreville Amusement Park on the Toronto Islands. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada in the Entertainment District houses thousands of marine animals. The CN Tower provides observation decks above the city. Fort York interprets early 19th-century military history, while Black Creek Pioneer Village portrays rural Ontario life in the 1860s. Several parks and natural areas are suitable for family outings. The Toronto Botanical Garden in North York displays regional plants. The Scarborough Bluffs rise up to 300 feet (90 meters) above Lake Ontario. Riverdale Farm in the Riverdale neighborhood is a working farm with domestic animals. Tommy Thompson Park on an artificial peninsula serves as a bird sanctuary.
A collection of the most popular rooftop bars in Toronto, offering panoramic views of the city and elevated dining experiences. These venues are mainly located in Downtown Toronto and feature a variety of styles, from upscale restaurants to casual pubs.
CN Tower
3.1 km
Rogers Centre
3.2 km
Canada's Wonderland
22.9 km
Casa Loma
2 km
Scotiabank Arena
3.1 km
Hockey Hall of Fame
2.7 km
Maple Leaf Gardens
1 km
Toronto Eaton Centre
1.9 km
Royal Ontario Museum
712 m
Yukon Striker
22.7 km
Union Station
2.8 km
First Canadian Place
2.4 km
Prince Edward Viaduct
1.9 km
Art Gallery of Ontario
1.9 km
Exhibition Stadium
4.9 km
Toronto Zoo
23.4 km
Scarborough Bluffs
12.2 km
Coca-Cola Coliseum
4.5 km
Absolute World
21.7 km
Toronto-Dominion Centre
2.5 km
The Adelaide Hotel Toronto
2.3 km
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
3.1 km
Toronto City Hall
1.9 km
Ontario Place
5.1 km
Massey Hall
1.9 km
Aga Khan Museum
7.5 km
High Park
6.7 km
Rotman School of Management
1.1 kmReviews
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