Harbourfront Centre

#1 Toronto Islands When you're in need of a break from the hustle and bustle of Canada's biggest city, hop a ferry to the Toronto Islands. This collection of islands and ... Read more » calvio / Getty Images

#2 Distillery District Back in the early 1800s, this waterfront neighborhood was home to Canada's largest distilling company, the Gooderham and Worts Distillery. Today, this historic pedestrian-only neighborhood – flanked by industrial-style Victorian ... Read more » Lisa Stokes / Getty Images

#3 St. Lawrence Market Located in Toronto's historic Old Town, the St. Lawrence Market has seen many faces since its construction in the 17th century. Along with being a marketplace, the St. Lawrence ... Read more » Open Grid Scheduler/Grid Engine / Flickr

#4 Harbourfront Centre Situated along the banks of Lake Ontario, this 10-acre attraction has transformed from a derelict shipping terminal to an upscale neighborhood bustling with hundreds of things to do. Abandoned warehouses ... Read more » Arpad Benedek / Getty Images

#5 Kensington Market If you don't mind a bit of chaos, the Kensington Market in a Toronto must-see. Previously a Jewish neighborhood, the market came to life around the 1920s when families ... Read more » Andrzej Wrotek / Flickr

#6 Hockey Hall of Fame No trip to Toronto (or Canada in general, really) is complete without a dose of hockey in one form or another. Although hockey isn't the official sport of Canada ... Read more » Nathon Forget / Flickr

#7 Toronto Zoo According to travelers, the Toronto Zoo is a hit with the kids (and most adults). This sprawling facility in Scarborough is one of the largest zoos in the world with more ... Read more » John Knight / Getty Images

#8 Casa Loma Love castles? So did Sir Henry Pellatt, a former soldier whose lifelong dream was to build a castle overlooking Toronto. The 98-room Casa Loma – built in the early 1900s – took ... Read more » Larry Koester / Flickr

#9 CN Tower A standout among Toronto's dazzling skyline, the 1,815-foot CN Tower is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers ... Read more » drewzak / Getty Images

#10 Royal Ontario Museum Perched on the northern edge of the University of Toronto campus, the Royal Ontario Museum (also referred to as the "ROM") is a must-visit for history buffs. Since its establishment ... Read more » Open Grid Scheduler/Grid Engine / Flickr

#11 Ontario Science Centre If you're looking for a learning experience that's more than just reading placard after placard, you should head to the Ontario Science Centre. The facility features interactive exhibits ... Read more » ojbyrne / Flickr

#12 Fort York Fort York sits well at the top of many history lovers' sightseeing lists. Established in 1793, it's the most historic site in Toronto, having protected the city from the ... Read more » PeterAlbrektsen / Getty Images

# Black Creek Pioneer Village Read more » antefixus21 / Flickr

# Toronto Botanical Gardens According to recent visitors, the Toronto Botanical Gardens is a great spot for visitors and families of all ages, as it offers free admission to the grounds and tours, nature ... Read more » Eeshmam Munir / Flickr

# Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Read more » Marc Volk / Getty Images

# Toronto Food Tours Known for being a top foodie destination, Toronto should be high on your list of places to visit if you have a hankering for delectable cuisine. The city is home ... Read more » Stuart Dee / Getty Images