Royal Ontario Museum A
truly magical place for children, Canada’s largest museum makes a
special effort to have plenty of hands-on exhibits. The much-loved
Dinosaur Gallery and mummy cases are strictly “don’t touch,” but the
Hands-On Biodiversity Gallery enchants and educates youngsters with
interactive exhibits .
Royal Ontario Museum
Hockey Hall of Fame Budding
hockey stars can test their skill whacking pucks and guarding goal at
this shrine to the sport, which houses more hockey memorabilia than you
can shake a stick at .
Hockey Hall of Fame logo
Ontario Place This
summertime waterfront amusement park is full of fun activities for
kids: waterslides, pedal boats, and the inventive Go Zone playground, to
name just a few .
Toronto Zoo Exhibiting
animals in their natural habitats is the policy of this zoo, which aims
for meaningful education over theme-park spectacle. Seven geographic
areas are represented in pavilions filled with over 450 species; large
outdoor enclosures allow animals to roam freely .
Toronto Zoo
Ontario Science Centre No
need to reign in the kids at this science-based learning playground.
Instead, let them charge through the more than 800 hands-on exhibits
encompassing everything from sports to medicine, computers to
electricity .
Ontario Science Centre
Riverdale Farm This
agricultural education center and working farm in the middle of the
city is home to many barnyard favorites – pigs, goats, sheep, horses,
and chickens. Post-and-beam barns date from the 19th century. Kids are
allowed to pet most of the animals and help at feeding time. 201 Winchester St Open 9am–5pm daily
Canada’s Wonderland This
amusement park north of the city has 400 attractions, including 50
rides, a water park, and live shows. Thrill rides for older kids, tamer
rides for little ones.
SkyRider, Canada’s Wonderland
Harbourfront The
kid-friendly attractions and events at this lakefront center ensure
it’s always busy. Kids especially love watching artisans at work in York
Quay Centre’s Craft Studio, the ice-skating rink, and open-air concerts. Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People This
theater presents excellent productions that are always a hit with
children. The façade of the original building, built in 1881 as a stable
for streetcar-pulling horses, can still be seen. 165 Front St E 416 862 2222
Centre Island A
highlight of this Toronto island is Centreville, a bustling amusement
park. Some 30 old-fashioned rides include “swan” paddle boats, an 1898
carousel, and pony rides.
Top 10 Places to Eat with Kids
Lick’s Excellent burgers and fries; 25 flavors of ice cream. 1960 Queen St E 416 691 2305
Wayne Gretzky’s Pub fare, a kids’ menu, and, of course, a hockey memorabilia decor. 99 Blue Jays Way 416 979 7825
Five Doors North Classic Italian pastas and grilled meats; desserts come in heroic portions. 2088 Yonge St 2416 480 6234
Shopsy’s Its hot dogs are legendary, as are its smoked-meat sandwiches. Grano Upscale but kid-friendly restaurant with fantastic Italian food. 2035 Yonge St 416 440 1986
Millie’s Bistro Kids’ menu features pizza and grilled-cheese sandwiches. 1980 Avenue Rd 416 481 1247
Mr. Greenjeans Burgers and hot dogs for the kids, served with fun and flair. Eaton CentreMoMo’s Friendly local hang-out with Middle Eastern and vegetarian dishes. 196 Robert St 416 966 6671
Le Select Authentic French bistro fare with a wonderful kids’ menu. 432 Wellington St W 416 596 6405
Old Spaghetti Factory A perennial favorite, great for groups. 54 The Esplanade 416 864 9761
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