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    The city view from the central island

    Such a lovely place!! Great to spend free time and maybe jog around. And also the ferry rides are wonderful!

    View of Toronto downtown from the island.
    Robert S.

    I read about this peaceful setting just outside the city center and decided to check it out.....You only need to travel 10 minutes from the city of Toronto to enter a completely different world. Hop on a ferry and embark on a journey to the Toronto Islands. There are no cars, so you're going to want to rent a bike, walk or rollerblades to explore the chain of islands -- the three big ones being Centre, Ward's and Algonquin -- which are connected by a series of pathways and bridges. Along the water you'll find four awesome beaches, while summer cottages from the 1920s and impressive English gardens are one of the main draws on land. We saw many people having a picnic, shopping eating, or taking part of some of the paid events on the island. Just a nice relaxing place.. Easy to get to, beautiful and peaceful.

    Jo-Anne L.

    Literally, an island oasis in Toronto - this is such a lovely place to visit on a day trip. Just about 10-20 minutes walk from downtown will take you to the ferry terminal. From there, you can take a ferry (trips back to the city are free) or water taxi to one of 3 islands - Hanlan's Point, Ward's Island, or Centre Island. There's a long trail across the islands you can walk or bike through and various attractions along the way including an amusement park (containing a splash pad), a fully functioning farm, a children's garden, a hedge maze, a lighthouse, restaurants, canals, piers, and of course lots of areas where you can picnic, swim, or lay around on the beaches relaxing. This is not even an exhaustive list! The islands are also well populated with water fountains, lockers, and washrooms. If you can, would definitely recommend you come on a weekday - the ferry lines back were insane even on Thursday, I can't imagine waiting in the sun for hours on a weekend.

    Albert W.

    My friend (who migrated to TO years ago) laughed at me for visiting this place. Well, I found it synonymous to outsiders visiting New York for the first time that they have to see Central Park. Bathrooms are pretty clean and well stocked, the grounds well kept (maybe the maze could use some trimming), and simply open to a lot of possibilities to having events here in the Fall.

    Thomas M.

    If you have a few days in Toronto and the weather is nice, you should for sure pop over here. Take the ferry not the taxi's. Go for a walk, rent a bike, have a beer, eat some food. Go the beach. The Hanlan side is mainly water treatment and construction, so I'd avoid especially if you are walking. The ward island side has a lot more to offer in terms of things to do, places to eat and just generally a cooler vibe. Worth the time and visit.

    Pronto B.

    What a perfect day! I was on my own (spouse at a conference). I rented a bike and pedaled from end to end, stopping at the Island Cafe (for a great iced coffee and snack) and three different beaches, each with its own look and feel. The gardens were beautiful. It was fun biking past the cottage communities and looking at the art outside several of the homes. If you have a bit of cash to spare, I highly recommend taking a taxi rather than the ferry. By doing so, I was able to avoid the long, long lines for the ferry and was able to come and go on my own timing rather than the ferry's schedule.

    Esther O.

    April 2019 I'm in love with this place. How I wish I could live here and wake up to the beautiful view everyday. It's much better during the summer time when the rides and food stands are open, and when the garden area is flourishing with beautiful flowers. Every year I make sure I visit this place. I do hope I get to that this year. It sure brings peace of mind.

    Great for family gatherings
    Cesar V.

    Love this place, perfect for weekends outing with the family. Highly recommended, it will make your summer worthwhile

    Building coming back Toronto park
    Latoya G.

    Nice outing. Beautiful view on the ferry. Park is beautiful. A variety of activities for small and large groups. Would visit again.

    Scott L.

    A beautiful quick getaway from the mainland that offers gorgeous views of the city and smaller intimate parks/beaches. A 30-minute ferry ride from the mainland, you'll find yourself docked and wondering which direction to head towards. After the storm, I walked along the pier and took in the scenic Ontario waters. If you have a bike, I highly recommend bringing it onto the ferry and the island is quite large and nearly impossible to explore entirely. -1 star for food/restaurant/amenities available. Not many restrooms available besides the ones near the dock. Nearby Subway. There are so many beautiful spots to enjoy before our ferry ride headed back.

    Maanas S.

    Spent a wonderful day in gorgeous weather at Centre Island. Private and public ferries make regular trips from the ferry terminal and harbour front. Private Tiki Taxis charge roughly $11 per person one-way while public ferries are free. Picnic benches all over the island are kept distanced from each other to maintain social distancing.

    Davies M.

    Fun rides for kids. We took metro (metro equivalent, Canadian street car, subway and bus network) to the Toronto Centre island. Got off and walked around to exhaust the kids while taking rides. By the time we were done with rides the kids were hungry so we had a picnic. We later went to the beach. Open lush grounds with awesome colorful and beautiful flowers and views. Plenty of space for whatever you are into. Spent the entire day till the kids were done. The ride back on the ferry was great. You should try this when the island is open. Pre order your tickets online and skip the line at main entrance, a plus.

    Harish V.

    If you want a little getaway from the bustling city then just hop on the ferry at Jack Layton Front Terminal and 10 min you are in hands of nature. They have the ferries every 30 mins and it costs like $8 ( Round trip) for adults. There are 3 cafes on the island if u want some coffee or a drink watching the skyline. You can grab a bike before getting on the ferry if u want to stroll around on the island. I wanted to watch the skyline during the day and night as well. Hence I made sure that i reached there around 7 pm and was on island till 9.30 pm and covered both views and they are "Amazing". BEST PART IS TO WATCH THE SUNSET AND THE PLANES INTERSECTING WITH CN TOWER. THE VIEW AT NIGHT IS LIKE A PAINTING. CHECK OUT THE PICS!!!

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    4.0(3 reviews)
    5.7 kmYorkville

    Yorkville Park is located in "the Village" of Yorkville on the south side of Cumberland Street…read morerunning between Avenue Road and Bellair Street. Unlike most parks, you'll find no grass or benches here. What used to be a parking lot is now filled with gardens, native plant species, prairie meadow, marsh, and trees. A silver-coloured metal structure houses a waterfall bordering one side of a courtyard. At the other end you'll find a rock "outcropping" (a 650 ton rock, coaxed out of the Canadian Shield and reassembled in the park) The park draws many visitors, tourists and is a great place for celebrity sightings during the Toronto Film Fest. Workers (like me!) eat lunch and people-watch at the bistro tables and chairs scattered throughout the park.

    Ahh Yorkville...the playground for the rich of the city and visitor's alike. It's riddled with…read morebeautiful restaurant's of various cuisines, 5 star hotels, boutique shops and has an Oasis feeling, which is strange being in the heart of our busy city. The "Park" in Yorkville is very interesting...It encompasses so many different aspects and attracts such a wide range of dwellers given it's small size and lack of park-like features...such as grass. Yet, it has a rare, and unexplainable beauty to it. From across the street you'll notice an array of photographer's snapping, model's posing, kid's playing, youngsters tanning, business men and women talking shop, and not to mention the view of some of the most expensive cars money can by doing their Tour Du Yorkville. Its a place of many wonders

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    Trinity Bellwoods Park

    4.2(101 reviews)
    4.3 kmTrinity Bellwoods

    The cherry blossoms at Trinity Bellwoods are a bit like Toronto itself--gorgeous, chaotic, and…read moreoverhyped in the best way. The trees line a picturesque stretch of the park, and when they're in full bloom, it feels like the city collectively remembers to stop and breathe for a second. Pink petals, sunshine (if you're lucky), and everyone suddenly becoming a photographer. Of course, you're sharing the moment with about half of Toronto. Between the throngs of selfie-takers, dogs in sweaters, and folks sprawled out pretending it's warmer than it is, there's plenty of entertainment even if the blooms are a bit past their prime. My advice? Don't expect Kyoto-level serenity. But do expect a lively, local take on hanami--Toronto-style. Grab a coffee, people-watch, and enjoy the fleeting beauty before the blossoms (and your patience) are gone for another year.

    Not the park to bring your kids. Or so I was told. I mean, sure there were a few baseball games…read moregoing on and a bathroom to bat. Following the path a bit of ways, we were greeted by the loud screams of a woman in a tent alternating between french and english. Obviously upset in whatever she was going on about. Up the hill a little more. I was informed it was ok to crack a beer and smoke a smoke because it's one of the parks where it's ok? I have no idea if this is true for I was naive enough to take the word of my bud, but as I looked around, not a single kid in sight. I'm told they have drum circles here where they put pyramids on their head and play light language... sounds right up my alley, minus any intoxicants in that type of thing. Anyhow, buggest skeeter I ever saw, made me keep moving until I found myself elsewhere in DT.

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    Riverdale Park West

    4.8(11 reviews)
    5.4 km

    This side of the park is where I often neglect, so I explored out West and saw what I've been…read moremissing out on. Visiting a cemetery is not something I do for fun pre-COVID, but I'm glad I went there for a walk for once. Many tombstones from ages ago are wearing away, and I'm wondering whether their descendants still visit them. You can walk along a path with flat-to-the-ground headstones flanking either side into an area shaded by trees. I also saw Jack Layton's monument, with a headstone sculpture of his face. I see people have left some flowers recently. Super cool as I did not know his gravesite is there! Riverdale Farm was closed when I was there, but I could still peek at the farm animals outside the gate. I was there just after they announced on the news that someone stole Juniper, the baby goat! I believe I saw mama and the siblings there? The gates are not high... so I can see how a rascal can jump the fence and take a goat. Like who does that?! Cemetery and a park walk are not the first things that come to mind, but it reminds me that when I open my mind to unique experiences, I'm most of the time pleasantly rewarded.

    Lovely Greenspace in Cabbagetown (as if it needed more nice spots) with lots of baseball diamond…read moreand plenty of Greenspace. Not a lot of shade on the hill but the park also has Riverdale Farms, one of the hidden gems of Toronto.

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