Things to do at 5 a.m.
Sep 24, 2011 | 1:38 pm
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Things to do at 5 a.m.
In November, I'm taking the megabus up from Pittsburgh (which arrives at 5 a.m.) for a 9 a.m. meeting at the University of Toronto, as it's the only thing that gets me in early enough (I would have taken the AC flight, however, it was $1075 round trip). Does anyone know anything interesting that would be open/happening/accessible that early in the morning, or if there is anywhere good to just sit and work for a while?
Sep 24, 2011 | 10:26 pm
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In November, I'm taking the megabus up from Pittsburgh (which arrives at 5 a.m.) for a 9 a.m. meeting at the University of Toronto, as it's the only thing that gets me in early enough (I would have taken the AC flight, however, it was $1075 round trip). Does anyone know anything interesting that would be open/happening/accessible that early in the morning, or if there is anywhere good to just sit and work for a while?
Sep 25, 2011 | 2:37 pm
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There are secure Tim Hortons and Starbucks less than one full city block from the bus terminal.
The Toronto arrival time is only as good as a smooth border crossing for all the passengers. If someone on your bus has right to enter Canada issue be prepare for a wait at the border and a late arrival.
The Toronto arrival time is only as good as a smooth border crossing for all the passengers. If someone on your bus has right to enter Canada issue be prepare for a wait at the border and a late arrival.
Sep 25, 2011 | 8:01 pm
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Not much going on at 5am, but here are a few things to consider.
Grab a shower at a nearby gym (day pass). There is a central YMCA a few blocks north of the bus terminal (two blocks N of College St). If you have meetings at 9am and have traveled all night, I suspect a shower will be a welcome start.
Timothy's, Tim Hortons, Second Cup and Starbucks are all nearby - within 2 blocks. I would recommend grabbing a bagel at one of the restaurants at Bay/College.
If the weather is nice, you can walk around Queen's Park and University, as well as the University grounds - statues and war memorials and generally not a bad place to get some fresh air.
Grab a shower at a nearby gym (day pass). There is a central YMCA a few blocks north of the bus terminal (two blocks N of College St). If you have meetings at 9am and have traveled all night, I suspect a shower will be a welcome start.
Timothy's, Tim Hortons, Second Cup and Starbucks are all nearby - within 2 blocks. I would recommend grabbing a bagel at one of the restaurants at Bay/College.
If the weather is nice, you can walk around Queen's Park and University, as well as the University grounds - statues and war memorials and generally not a bad place to get some fresh air.