Bay Park is located on Lake Shore Boulevard East at the foot of Coxwell Avenue
and is easily accessible by public transit. TTC service will be increased
between Queen Street East and the Bloor-Danforth subway on the Coxwell (22A),
Main (64) and Woodbine South (92) routes. Members of the public are urged to
use public transit and leave personal vehicles at home.
Please note
that City bylaws prohibit members of the public from setting off or selling
fireworks in any City park. Enforcement officers will be on site to help
ensure a safe and enjoyable event.
Golf
Toronto's five
municipal golf courses are reasonably priced, conveniently located within city
boundaries, and easily accessible by TTC. Each course has its own features
that appeal to golfers at all levels of ability, with CPGA-certified
instruction available. More information is available at
http://www.toronto.ca/parks/golf.
Riverdale Farm
The perfect destination for families,
Riverdale Farm is located at 201 Winchester St. Tour the farms scenic grounds
to see cows, horses, donkeys, sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, turkeys, ducks,
geese, rabbits and cats. While youre there, visit the farm residence and the
Cabbagetown Regent Park Museum. The farm is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m daily
and admission is free. More information is available at
http://www.toronto.ca/parks.
High Park Zoo
Located on Deer Pen Road, the High Park Zoo
is home to both domestic and exotic animals, including bison, llamas,
peacocks, deer, highland cattle and sheep. The zoo is open daily to visitors
from 7 a.m. to dusk. More information is available at
http://www.toronto.ca/parks.
Toronto Island Park
Catch a ferry to Toronto Island Park
($6.50 return for adults, $4 for seniors and students; $3 for children age 14
and under and free for children younger than two) for a scenic picnic, hike or
bike ride, or visit the interactive Franklin Children's Garden. More
information is available at
http://www.toronto.ca/parks/island.
Greenhouses
A wide variety of flowers are in full bloom at
Centennial Park Conservatory (151 Elmcrest Rd.) and Allan Gardens Conservatory
(19 Horticultural Ave.) Both conservatories are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5
p.m. Admission is free. More information is available by calling Centennial
Park Conservatory at 416-394-8543 and Allan Gardens Conservatory at
416-392-7288.
Discovery Walks
Residents can explore their
city on foot. The Discovery Walks program is a series of 11 self-guided walks
linking ravines, parks and neighbourhoods. Ranging from 1.5 to 11 kilometres,
the walks are designed to showcase Torontos outstanding natural features and
cultural and historical attractions. Brochures and maps are available for
pickup at civic centres or by visiting
http://www.toronto.ca/parks/trails/discover.htm.
Fort York National Historic Site (250 Fort York Blvd.)
What
better way to celebrate Victoria Day than to visit the birthplace of Toronto?
Enjoy tours, baking in the kitchen and more. Regular admission applies. Fort
York is open this long weekend, including the Victoria Day holiday, from 10
a.m. to 5 p.m.
Gibson House (5172 Yonge St. Accessible north of
the construction site, watch for directional signs)
Spend the holiday at
the home of one of Willowdales founding families. Sweet treats to taste in the
historic kitchen, old-fashioned toys to try in the parlour and lots of
hands-on activities in the Discovery Gallery. Admission cost is "pay what you
can." Gibson House is open this long weekend, including the Victoria Day
holiday, from noon to 5 p.m. (last entry is at 4:30 p.m.).
Montgomery's
Inn (4709 Dundas St. W., at Islington Avenue)
Celebrate Victoria Day with
an afternoon tea fit for a Queen. Price includes a complimentary guided tour
of the Museum. All ages are welcome. First come, first served. Admission is
$10 plus tax. Montgomery's Inn is open this long weekend, including the
Victoria Day holiday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Scarborough Museum
(1007 Brimley Rd., in Thomson Memorial Park, north of Lawrence Avenue on
Brimley Road)
Visitors will be able to experience early life in rural
Scarborough and to stroll through Thomson Memorial Park. Children can make
crafts and play games. In celebration of Queen Victoria's birthday, visitors
can enjoy traditional tea and scones. Admission is by donation. Scarborough
Museum is open Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m., but will be closed on
the Victoria Day holiday, May 23.
More information about Toronto's
Historic Sites and Museums is available at
http://www.toronto.ca/culture/museums/featured-events.htm.
