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.

University of Toronto

A sprawling campus of green-spaces and historic stone buildings dominates a huge swath of the central city, fanning out north, east, and west from Queen’s Park up to Bloor Street. A more recent addition is the post-modern Graduate House. (see University of Toronto).
University of Toronto

Founded in 1827 as King’s College, this institute has many refined, stately buildings, such as the Romanesque Revival-style University College (see University of Toronto).
University of Toronto Art Centre

Works by Picasso and Matisse, tucked in University College.
Untitled (Mountain)

A gorgeously layered aluminum sculpture, cut with water jets, by Anish Kapoor.
Valhalla Inn

Business travelers as well as families with children are cared for in this modern, multi-story hotel located west of Toronto. Every amenity is offered, including an indoor pool and two restaurants.
Verveine

The decor is soothing (soft lighting and linens), the food highend comfort: smoked salmon with truffled scrambled eggs, poached eggs on croissant (see Verveine).
Verveine

Contemporary French cuisine and excellent brunches are the draw at this Leslieville favorite (see Verveine).
Via Allegro

Authentic Italian food – pasta, seafood, and wood-fired oven pizzas – and an award-winning wine cellar which, with over 3,000 selections, is an oenophile magnet.
Victoria University

Located on the University of Toronto campus, Victoria University opens its doors to budget-minded travelers during summer-semester holidays, mid-May to the end of August. A quiet setting combined with a central location make these lodgings an excellent base from which to explore the city.
Victoria’s Mansion Inn and Guest House

In the heart of Toronto’s Gay and Lesbian Village on a tree-lined street, this charming small hotel, with a lovely Victorian-style garden, provides a respite from the bustle of the city. All rooms come with private baths, and suites are equipped with amenities such as a fridge and microwave. Free parking.

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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
- $150–200
- $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