DK Travel : Toronto

Torontonians are justifiably proud of their vibrant and exciting metropolis. Canada’s largest city and its financial hub, Toronto has a tremendous amount to offer, including a thriving theater, music, and arts scene, top museums, world-class restaurants and shops, a beautiful lakeside location with lovely beaches, and streets safe and inviting to walk in. Its cultural diversity – over 90 ethnic groups are represented in Toronto – enhances the urban experience.

LCBO at Summerhill

This vast liquor store in a former train station stocks a superb selection of wines, beers, and spirits from around the world.
Le Royal Meridien King Edward

Opened in 1903, this grand historic hotel, a member of the Leading Hotels in the World, offers elegantly appointed rooms, courteous service, spa, and every possible amenity; guests want for nothing.
Le Sélect

Classic French bistro dishes such as onion soup and cassoulet , and reasonable prix fixe meals. Diners help themselves to bread from the baskets hanging above the tables.
Lee Garden

This Cantonese restaurant is the place to go for tasty chow mein, barbecued pork, and fresh seafood and vegetable dishes.
Lee’s Palace

This gritty joint hosts edgy rock bands.
Leslie Street Spit

Also known as Tommy Thompson Park – after Toronto’s first commissioner of parks and the official who peppered them with welcoming “Please Walk on the Grass” signs – this secluded nature reserve is a man-made peninsula extending 3 miles (5 km) into Lake Ontario. More than 290 bird species have been observed in this prime wildlife viewing spot, and its wetlands, meadows, and forests contain many rare and unusual plants. The lighthouse at the southern tip is a common destination for bicyclists.
Leslieville

One of the newer areas of Toronto to take shape as a destination, what this district lacks in architectural richness it makes up for in character. Along Queen St E between Carlaw Ave and Leslie St, secondhand furniture, housewares, and vintage stores offer 1960s and 1970s bric-a-brac, though you might have to compete with the set designers from the nearby film studios for the object of your desire. Casual cafés are perfect for weekend brunches and several good restaurants have opened up here.
Library Bar

Tucked inside the Fairmont Royal York hotel (see Fairmount Royal York), this bar has a gentleman’s-club atmosphere, with its book-lined walls and leather chairs that promote relaxation as you imbibe a noble cognac.
Lick’s

Excellent burgers and fries; 25 flavors of ice cream.
Lileo

A fashion, wellness, and self-discovery store. Yoga togs, Ayurvedic body lotions, handbags, books, CDs, and limited-edition running shoes. A juice bar with a raw-food menu helps keep shoppers’ appetites at bay.

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
- under $100
- $100–150
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- $200–300
- over $300
Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
- under $30
- $30–$50
- $50–$80
- $80–$110
- over $110