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The Waterfront
Soak up lakeside ambience along the shores of Lake Ontario; there’s plenty to do on the
mainland. Soft sand, cheerful yellow umbrellas and comfortable Muskoka chairs make HTO
Park an attractive place to catch some rays while watching boats sail in the harbour. Similarly,
Sugar Beach with its signature pink umbrellas is a relaxing place to enjoy both sun and shade.
take in some culture at The Power Plant, a public gallery devoted to contemporary visual art
from Canada and around the world, and in the lush Toronto Music Garden, which offers free
concerts from June to September.
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One of the best views of the city skyline is from the water. Set sail with a chartered yacht from
Harbourfront Centre’s sailing and powerboating rental department or Gone Sailing Adventures.
Or, enjoy a number of tours and cruises such as Mariposa Cruises or Toronto Harbour Cruises,
which offer both day and evening jaunts. take the ferry from Jack Layton Ferry terminal to the
Toronto Islands to explore the beaches, parkland, and the quaint residential neighbourhood.
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Amsterdam BrewHouse
245 Queens Quay W., 416-504-1020
alternatively, experience the lake’s scenic beauty from the comfort of a restaurant. Located in
Queen’s Quay terminal, Pearl Harbourfront Chinese Cuisine has been serving award–winning dim
sum with a panoramic view for nearly 30 years. tuck into upscale Italian fare at Toulà Restaurant
& Bar, located on the 38th floor of the Westin harbour Castle, or if you’re a craft beer aficionado,
enjoy a pint or two at Amsterdam BrewHouse, which is situated right by the water’s edge.
Gone Sailing Adventures
415 Queens Quay W., 416-529-4361
Harbourfront Centre Boat Rentals
235 Queens Quay W., 416-203-3000
HTO Park
339 Queens Quay W., 416-338-4386
Jack Layton Ferry Terminal
9 Queens Quay W., 416-392-8188
Mariposa Cruises
207 Queens Quay W., 416-203-0178
Pearl Harbourfront Chinese Cuisine
Queen’s Quay terminal,
207 Queens Quay W., 416-203-1233
The Power Plant
231 Queens Quay W., 416-973-4949
Sugar Beach
11 Dockside Dr., 416-338-4386
Toronto Harbour Cruises
333 Lakeshore Blvd. e., 416-260-5555
all photos by ainsley boyd.
Toronto Music Garden
479 Queens Quay W.; 416-973-4000
Toulà Restaurant & Bar
Westin harbour Castle, 1 harbour Square,
38th floor, 416-777-2002
essential toronto 2016-2017
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