Towering 553 metres (1,815 feet) above the city, Toronto’s CN Tower is the World’s Tallest Building. And with over two million visitors a year, it’s undoubtably the world’s most popular radio and communications tower. It is an expensive attraction - tickets to the Look Out level cost $22 - but the elevator ride alone is well worth the money. In just 58 seconds you’ll rocket up to the Look Out level at 22 kilometres (15 miles) an hour - be sure to pop your ears a few times! At the top, head to the outdoor Observation Deck to get a true feel for the height of the tower. Or take a walk across the Glass Floor; the task seems easy enough, but even brave daredevils pause before stepping onto the see-through floor. If you’re willing to spend an extra $5, head to the Sky Pod, another 33 stories up into the sky. The views are unparalleled.
The CN Tower is located at 301 Front Street West. Don’t worry about getting lost; you can see the tower from most corners of downtown. Since lineups can be long during peak tourist seasons, visit the CN Tower website to purchase online tickets: http://cntower.ca/.
Centreville
With classic carnival rides like the Log Flume, the Ferris Wheel, and a 1907 Antique Carousel, Centreville is sure to please anyone under four feet tall. Compared to most amusement parks, the lines at Centreville are short, so children won’t get too impatient waiting for their turn on the Twirling Tea Cups. You can buy individual ride tickets, but if your child wants to ride the Antique Cars over and over again, those 85 cent tickets can quickly cost a fortune. You’ll save money purchasing the Individual All Day Ride Pass; for kids four feet and under, the pass will cost $21.
Centreville sits on Centre Island, just across the harbour from the downtown core. Head to the Toronto Ferry Docks at the foot of Bay Street and Queens Quay to purchase a ferry ticket - $6.50 for adults, $3 for children. For a ferry schedule, head to http://www.toronto.ca/parks/island/. And for more information on Centreville, visit http://www.centreisland.ca/.
Ontario Place
Ontario Place is so kid-friendly, it’s as if a group of children designed it. First, there’s Froster Soak City, downtown Toronto’s only waterpark, featuring the Rush River Raft Ride and - for the daredevils - Hydrofuge. Once dry, kids can head to The Atom Blaster, a foam playground with foam volcanos and ball cannons, or the H2O Generation Station, a maze of slides, towers, and tunnels. With an arcade, bumper boats, a motion simulator ride, and a mini golf course, you just might never see your kids again. As night falls, head to the Cinesphere; the large dome houses Toronto’s largest movie screen.
You can buy your tickets at Ontario Place, but you’ll save a few dollars by purchasing online; kids four to five pay $16 for an All Day Pass, while older kids and adults pay $30. Alternatively, you can buy Pay As You Play tickets for single attractions for $5.75 - but that is on top of the Grounds Admission charge of $17.75. If you’re planning on making a day of it, get the All Day Pass - your wallet will thank you. Ontario Place is located at 955 Lake Shore Boulevard West, just south of Exhibition Place. Parking is limited and traffic is hectic, so you might be better off taking public transit. Visit www.ontarioplace.com for more information.
Ontario Science Centre
The Ontario Science Centre teaches kids about the world around them through fun, interactive exhibits. The Science Arcade is home to the ever-popular electricity demonstration. In the Space hall, kids can pilot a rocket chair and look at real moon rocks. And children can tire themselves out in the Sports hall, where a virtual bobsled run and a rock climbing wall challenge anyone brave enough to test their mettle.
Sleeping over at a museum is an experience most kids can only dream about - but that dream is a reality at the Ontario Science Centre. With the Sleepovers program, kids and their guardians can spend the night among the exhibits. The $54 cost per person includes a late night snack and breakfast, admission to the Ontario Science Centre for the evening and the next day, and a hands-on science workshop. For more information, visit www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/sleepovers/default.asp.
The Ontario Science Centre is located at 770 Don Mills Road. Adult admission costs $18, while kids can get in for $11. If you want to see an IMAX movie while you’re there, you’ll pay a few dollars more - $6 for adults and $4 for kids. If you’re driving, make sure you have $8 in cash to pay for parking. Head to www.ontariosciencecentre.ca to purchase online tickets.
Toronto Zoo
With over 5,000 animals roaming 287 hectares (710 acres), the Toronto Zoo is one of the largest zoos in the world and kids love it. Must-see attractions include the African Savanna, with its elephants, lions, and giraffes, and the award-winning Gorilla Rainforest. When the kids want to cool off on hot days, head to the Zellers Discovery Zone and its wet and fun Splash Island. The Zoo also hosts special exhibits throughout the year, like Stingray Bay, where visitors can touch the otherworldly, gray beasts. Head to the Toronto Zoo website - www.torontozoo.com - to learn more about upcoming attractions.
The Toronto Zoo is on Meadowvale Road in Scarborough’s Rouge Valley. General admission for teenagers and adults is $21. Kids ages four to 12 pay $13, while admission for kids under three is free. Bring your comfortable walking shoes - the Toronto Zoo is a big place to explore. You can rent strollers - a single stroller will cost $5 for the day - or you can ride around the park in style on the Zoomobile. The Zoomobile makes stops at various stations across the park; the $7 ticket will not only save you time, it will save the soles of your shoes!
Canada’s Wonderland
This is the ultimate destination for daredevil teenagers and kids! Located a half-hour’s drive from downtown Toronto, Wonderland is home to 65 rides, 200 attractions, and a 20-acre waterpark called Splash Works. In short, it is every child’s dream come true. Teenagers will make a mad dash to one of the many roller coasters - The Bat and Behemoth are park favourites. If you have kids under seven, head to one of the three children’s areas - Nickelodeon Central, Kidzville, and Hanna-Barbera Land. Whether for food, rides, or washrooms, lines in all areas of the park are long; bring along some snacks or games for the young ones to keep them entertained. The Regular Admission price is $52.99. To buy your tickets online and save yourself from waiting in yet another line, visit www.canadaswonderland.com.
Wild Water Kingdom
Visiting Wild Water Kingdom is the best way to beat the heat of summer. It is Canada’s largest water park, and the only salt water park in the country. Visitors with relaxation in mind can head to the quarter-mile-long Lazy River, while daredevils seeking a rush can hurtle down one of the park’s water slides - the Midnight Express is sure to get hearts racing. Rock climbers can test their skills on the Wild Water Wall, a test made even more challenging by the waterfall pouring over the rocks. And before leaving the park, be sure to take a dip in the Wave Pool - just watch out for the four-foot-tall waves!
This You Tube Video Gives a snapshot of what it is like at Wild Water Kingdom.
Wild Water Kingdom is located at 7855 Finch Avenue West, in the city of Brampton. For general admission, seniors and children ages four to nine pay $21.95, while everyone over the age of ten pays $29.95. For directions, check out the website at www.wildwaterkingdom.com.
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