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Top Things to do in University
Top 10 Things to do in University, Canada
We've heard Toronto described as "New York City run by the Swiss," and it's true—you can find world-class theater, shopping and restaurants here, but the sidewalks are clean and the people are friendly. The best place to start is literally at the top—the CN Tower, the tallest freestanding structure in the Western Hemisphere.
Restaurants in Toronto
1. The Other Art
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Royal Conservatory of Music
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5.0 based on 265 reviews
Classical, jazz, pop, opera, and world music are right at home in Koerner Hall. Its high ceiling and first-rate projection and communication technology make it perfect for films, lectures, and educational or corporate conferences. With its layered ribbon of wood forming a floating ceiling canopy, integrating an acoustic reflector, performance lighting, and technical bridges, Koerner Hall provides a dramatic yet intimate ambience between the audience and performers. The spectacular glass lobbies welcome guests to Koerner Hall and offer an extraordinary view of the city.
Reviewed By Getaway21469 - Toronto, Canada
One of the most successful architecture of merging old with new, in my opinion. The theatre itself is gorgeous and the acoustics superb. Most performers who stepped onto the stage for their first time always commented on the beauty of the space. It is! It is indeed such a perfect theatre; perfect also in size as one can't have a bad seat there. The choice of programming is varied, eclectic, and they offer music for all tastes. I absolutely adore the Royal Conservatory of Music (Koerner Hall).
3. Koerner Hall
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5.0 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By arpiham
The location is excellent, the acustics perfect, the programming varied and always of high quality and the prices are reasonable and almost always last minute special discount tickets are available for first quality concerts if you happen to be in the neighborhood and decide to attend a concert at the very last minute.
4. VRPlayin
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
VRPlayin is Toronto's newest & most distinct Virtual Reality (VR) experience centre. We bring the excitement of VR to visitors of all ages & skill levels, by providing immersive, pleasant, & state-of-the-art experiences. Whether you are VR enthusiast, always wanted to try it, or don’t even know what it is – VRPlayin has you covered. Visit VRPlayin today & enjoy the fascinating world of Virtual Reality. . -TEMPORARY CLOSED DUE TO GOV CONCERNS OVER COVID-19
5. A Different Booklist
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
A Different Booklist Cultural Centre: The People’s Residence aims as a response to create a cultural hub that provides a space for activities and innovative programs that will promote the literary and cultural expression.
6. Studio79
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Personalized Wellness Technologies. Studio79 brings you a new world of personal improvement. New technologies to improve your overall health and fitness with personalized training and nutrition programs: * EMS Fitness Training - Electrical Muscle Stimulation * Personal Sauna PODs - Jet POD and Infrared (IR) POD * Pressotherapy - Compression Massage Therapy * INBODY - Body Composition Analyzer
7. Royal Ontario Museum
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4.5 based on 8,278 reviews
Opened in 1914, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) showcases art, culture, and nature from around the globe and across the ages. One of North America's most renowned cultural institutions, Canada's largest museum is home to a world-class collection of more than six million objects and specimens, featured in 40 gallery and exhibition spaces. As the country’s preeminent field research institute and an international leader in new and original findings in biodiversity, palaeontology, earth sciences, the visual arts, material culture and archaeology, the ROM plays a vital role in advancing our global understanding of the artistic, cultural and natural world.
Reviewed By ElTouristo61 - New York City, United States
The ROM, Canada’s largest museum, is an impressive collection of art, culture, nature and history. Plan on spending at least half a day as there are so many exhibits. The special exhibit on Jodhpur included 4 centuries of royal art, paintings, decorative art, and jewelry—an amazing journey through some of India’s cultural history. Well worth the few extra dollars for access. Equally impressive are the European and Asian sections. There is plenty for the whole family to do but keep in mind if you enter with a city pass you’ll have to pay a few extra dollars for the special exhibits.
8. Bata Shoe Museum
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4.5 based on 1,323 reviews
The Bata Shoe Museum: For Every Shoe There's a Story The Bata Shoe Museum is home to the world's largest, most comprehensive collection of shoes and footwear-related objects. The mission of the BSM is to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the role of footwear in the social and cultural life of humanity. Through acquiring, conserving, researching, communicating and exhibiting material evidence related to the history of footwear and shoemaking, the Museum illustrates the living habits, the culture and the customs of people from every corner of the world.
Reviewed By 62Katie - Portland, United States
Surprising how much you can learn about history in general by focusing on one item, in this case shoes. When I visited there was a Manolo Blahnik exhibit that was great fun to peruse. The other exhibits were: All About Shoes: Footwear Through the Ages – Semi-permanent - This is the CORE of the Museum, this is where you take the time to look, read, and think about EVERY display. The Gold Standard: Glittering Footwear From Around Globe and Art and Innovation: Traditional Arctic Footwear =- both of these were interesting and informative. Excellent reminder that small museums have a lot to offer! Plus I appreciate being able to see all of the exhibits, not leaving with a feeling that I've missed something. I see I'm going to have to choose 1-2 hours or 2-3 hours so I want to mention here that you CAN do this well in 2 hours, but you could also make it closer to three hours if you wanted to. Small but well curated gift shop.
9. Trinity St. Paul's United Church
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
10. University of Toronto
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4.5 based on 1,362 reviews
Reviewed By baroom - Mississauga, Canada
We were at U of T St. George Campus on Sat, Oct 5, for the 11AM campus tour (signed up online weeks earlier). We registered at Nona Macdonald Visitors Centre and, since we had a few mins to spare, used the washrooms while we waited for the tour to begin (no washroom break during the tour). The lobby was standing room only by the time one student staff made a brief introduction and proceeded to divide the tour participants into smaller groups. Our tour group consisted of 5 prospective students and 9 accompanying family members while third year Civil Engineering student Nicole served as our guide. The general campus tour covered 7 colleges, a library, a sport facility, a dormitory-style residence, an activity centre, a park and more. It is a predominantly outdoor walk—it took us more than 2 hours to cover 3.5 km (we did not even see half of the campus)—so comfy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. Although we did set foot inside a few building lobbies, we never lingered, sometimes just passing through. The one time we were indoors somewhat longer was at the residence. Here we climbed the stairs to the second floor and walked single file in and out a 2-bed dormitory room while the current student resident held the door open. Overall, it was an informative and interesting tour. Our guide did a great job and her enthusiasm and school pride was obvious. We learned fun facts which would not have been readily known to us if we walked around U of T on our own. We will likely be back another time to leisurely explore the campus grounds and see more of the beautiful architecture.
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