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 CN TOWER
301 Front Street West
(416) 868-6937
The world's tallest freestanding structure on land, the CN Tower, is located in the
beautiful multi-cultural city of Toronto, Ontario, Canada and is considered one of the
signature icons and one of the most visited landmarks in North America. Standing at 554.3
meters [1 815 feet and 5 inches] no wonder this international attraction is a must see for
everyone!
Over 2 million tourists visit this Guinness World Book of Records holder. CN Tower has
much more to offer than just a beautiful view of the city of Toronto and Lake Ontario.
The elevator ride in it self is an attraction that will leave you with memories forever.
The friendly staff at the restaurant or the adventures on the Sky Pod will ensure that
your family, friends and yourself have wonderful lasting memories and experience one of
the greatest thrills the city of Toronto has to offer. |
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 ART
GALLERY OF ONTARIO
317 Dundas St. West
416-979-6648 / 1-877-225-4246 (toll-free)Founded
in 1900 by a group of private citizens as the Art Museum of Toronto, the Art Gallery of
Ontario is one of the largest art museums in North America, with a physical facility of
486,000 square feet. Currently under construction, the AGO's new facility will boast
583,000 square feet, and will re-open in 2008 with an innovative architectural design by
world-renowned architect Frank Gehry. The nearly transformed AGO closed its doors on
October 7 as they install thousands of artworks in 110 galleries. They haven't set the
reopening date yet but are aiming for Fall 2008.
Meanwhile, the public can keep in touch throughout the
closure. The AGO's Gallery School will continue providing a full slate of classes for
adults and children at its temporary location just down the street from the AGO at 60
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TALL SHIP KAJAMA
(416) 260-6355 / 1-800-267-3866 (toll-free) This gives you a chance to get on board and sail the Kajama, a traditional 165
foot three mastered Schooner boat cruise. Only in the Caribbean can this boat cruise be
duplicated. Sit back and relax with a cold drink from their fully licensed bar, as you set
sail on Toronto Harbour and beautiful Lake Ontario. Enjoy an open water view of Toronto
Harbour Fireworks, such as the Symphony of Fire, from aboard the Tall Ship Kajama, a 164'
three-masted gaff-rigged schooner ... the same ship that has traded in ports from
Northwest Spain through western Europe, and as far north as Norway and Russia. This ship,
and many more Toronto Cruise Ships, are available for you and your party on the waters of
Lake Ontario. |
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AIR
COMBAT ZONE
5170 Dixie Rd., Mississauga
905-602-4775  Air Combat Zone puts you behind the controls of a high performance F/A-18 flight
simulator. Four flight simulators mean live head-to-head air combat thrills with up to
four people. If you've ever wondered what it might be like to be a real F/A-18 pilot, now
is your chance to find out. The Air Combat Zone experience redefines entertainment to
bring you the thrill of a lifetime. It's just like the real thing.
When you climb aboard an Air Combat Zone simulator, and
settle into the ejection seat, you'll be amazed. The live instrumentation, working Heads
Up Display and replica HOTAS throttle and stick combine to convince you you're flying a
Hornet for real!
Your Air Combat Zone experience includes a pre-flight
mission briefing to give you the instruction you need to survive in the cyber skies.
You'll also get all the mission support you need from our staff in the control tower.
Regardless of the mission you choose, Air Combat Zone delivers high-octane jet fighter
excitement! Mission packages are developed for various events including: birthday parties,
bachelor parties, group night-outs, and corporate events. |
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TORONTO
HIPPO TOURS
416-703-4476 / 1-877-635-5510 (toll-free)  A Hippo is a unique 40 passenger vessel that
offers land and water tours of Toronto. Come splash into Lake Ontario on our Bus that
Floats!. Experience an urban safari in one of Canada's most beautiful cities with all its
historical sites and its magnificent waterways.
Their city tour of downtown Toronto takes you past some
of the city's major landmarks such as the Hockey Hall of Fame, Hummingbird Centre, Air
Canada Centre, Molson Amphitheatre, IMAX, Eaton Centre, Osgoode Hall, Old and New City
Hall, Toronto's waterfront and Ontario Place. The 90-minute “urban safari” is
uninterrupted and is fully narrated by our tour escort, to provide you with some of the
history of Toronto and the historical landmarks. The Hippo is driven by a marine licensed
captain to ensure your comfort and safety.
Tours depart hourly from 11am to 5pm, seven days a week.
6 pm tours run during July and August.
The Pick up and Departure location is 151 Front St. W. At
the S.E. corner of Front and Simcoe St. Directly beside East Side Mario's. Tours run from
May 1 to October 31. |
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 THE
MARKET GALLERY
92 Front Street East
416-392-7120 The Market Gallery opened in 1979 and
is an exhibition facility for the City of Toronto, Culture Division.
Located inside the South St. Lawrence Market on the
south-west corner of Front Street East and Jarvis Street, the Market Gallery is on the
second floor in the original council chamber, all that remains from Toronto's City Hall
(1845-1899) which once stood on this site. The Market Gallery mounts several exhibits and
hosts a number of special events each year.
Current exhibits and events happening at the market
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| A COMMON THREAD: A HISTORY
OF TORONTO'S GARMENT INDUSTRY A Common
Thread chronicles the history of the garment industry that began over one hundred years
ago and centred around Spadina Avenue. Photographs, vintage clothing and other items
including old sewing machines provide a colourful backdrop to this fascinating aspect of
Toronto's history. This exhibit explores a wide variety of issues such as immigrant
opportunities, working conditions, union activity as well as individual stories of those
who worked in this industry.
This event runs until June 15 |
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| ART & ARTEFACT: FINE AND
DECORATIVE ART FROM THE CITY'S COLLECTIONS Presented in partnership with Arts Services and Museum and Heritage Services,
Culture, this exhibition will feature unique historical items from the City's collections.
Running June 21 until October 19. |
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 ROGERS CENTRE TOUR
EXPERIENCE
One Blue Jays Way
416-341-2771 Rogers Centre Tour Experience is the
best way to appreciate the wonders of Rogers Centre, one of Toronto's most popular
attractions. The tour offers a newly renovated museum area featuring a model of Rogers
Centre, memorabilia from past events, concerts and much more! See the multi-screen video
wall featuring the many exciting sports and events that have been held at the facility.
Rogers Centre Tour Experience is a one hour, fully-guided
behindthe- scenes tour. Highlights of the tour include a visit to the Blue Jays Hall of
Fame, a Press Box and a Luxury Suite among other stops.
GROUP TOUR INFORMATION
Group rates are available for groups of 20 or more. We are happy to accommodate school,
adult and youth groups and can customize a tour based on your area of interest. Tours can
also be made available in multiple languages if requested in advance. |
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