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Apr 27, 2016 | 7:21 am

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vernonc

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Originally Posted by mvtm

Yes, yes of course i'm going to Parliament Hill, i would die if not. I love that building and it's like the #1 thing to do there.

So far of my Ottawa list i have:

1 Change of guard Parliament Hill (Free tour- arrive early morning)
- Peace Tower

2. Try the BeaverTails

3. Canada Museum of History

4. Stroll the Rideau Canal
- Climb into the Chateau Laurier

And if i have time, maybe add mint? and Rideau Hall! Yes, i agree with you i would love the Canadian Museum of History, in fact i checked a few that are in Ottawa and the one i liked the best to go was that one. From Toronto i'll like the AGO too, seems more enticing to me even than the ROM, but of course i'll do both. I'm female and i'm not really into seeing a Hockey Hall of fame museum... really.. it's not my cup of tea, i think i will skip that one but thanks.

Thanks so much for the tips.

If i stay at the Chelsea (i will know this week), what are some good places to eat nearby the hotel? Also, i forgot what you guys recommend me for the Toronto metro passes? Can i get a good value public transportation ticket or day passes are best?

What other areas are better than Chelsea? I heard a lot about Yonge,Yorkeville and everything with Y is supposed to be trendy. I'm not looking exactly for expensive things but do like to a broader panorama about Toronto different neighborhoods and/or areas.

That's nice to hear, location for me is prime.

Sadly i don't think i'll be able to add an extra excursion 2 hours away, frankly i'm happy with all the things i must do at Toronto. I like nature... but my parents not so much. They are in their 70 and 80's and they have never been nature or animal fans, but thanks!!

What's QEW and 400?

I will post more details as soon as i have them. I'm taking notes of all your recommendations for a better trip experience.

Food it not a problem in Toronto as you can get any type of food. Gerrard Street has little India. West of Spadina for Chinese. Yorkville for trendy and high end eateries. Distillery districk for some up and coming places. Entertainment district for NA food (steak, Italian, etc).
You can walk to a lot of places from your hotel but not sure how fit your parents are at their age. If you want to take a cab, anywhere down town should be less than $20.
Most Canadian cities are very safe, much better than their US counterparts. You will find people walking at all hours of the day and night. One area you might want to avoid late at night is the area east of Jarvis near Church St which is sort of like a red light area. I have not been there in ages so not sure if things have improved.
You might want to take your parents for dinner to the 360 restaurant on top of the CN tower. You get admission to the tower without a lineup and will get a panoramic view of the city and waterfront as the restaurant rotates.
Summerlicious is a food festival where for a fixed price you can try some of the best restaurants in TO. You might also want to visit the St Lawrence market. Eaton Center is a large mall. try toronto.com for a list of events.

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