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Casa Loma
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Casa Loma

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Casa Loma Castle was built in 1911 as the private mansion of the famous financier Sir Henry Pellatt. This medieval-style castle cost $3.5 million and took 3 years to build. It consists of ornately decorated suites, 800-foot tunnels, ancient Towers, stables and 5 acres of gardens. Floor distribution: The first floor of the castle is the hall, the second floor is the bedroom and suite, the third floor is the Queen's Rifle Museum, in addition to the underground wine cellar, outdoor garden and high tower. The hall ceiling on the first floor is beautiful plaster and intricately carved, inspired by Elizabethan palaces. The garden greenhouse is a more beautiful place, the floor is Italian marble, and the magnificent stained glass dome is very beautiful. The bookcases in the library hall are high to the ceiling, and the decoration of the banquet hall is also very gorgeous. The second floor is dominated by living rooms, suites and guest rooms. Among them, the Chinese-style suites are furnished with many Chinese lacquered wood furniture and porcelain, and the walls are also decorated with Chinese patterns. On the ceiling of the master bedroom, the delicate blueberry carving is crumbling and very realistic, and the tiger skin rug shows the identity and status of the owner. On the third floor, various guns, weapons and materials are currently on display. The cellar in the basement is now a replica, the corridors are lined with movie posters filmed here, and the audio guide and souvenir shop are also located on this floor. An underground tunnel leads to the stables, garage and greenhouse. Along the narrow spiral staircase, you can climb to the upper floors of the ancient tower, and you can enjoy the city view of Toronto through the small window. Standing here, you can still hear the howling wind.

Toronto · 19.4 km from Vaughan
Royal Ontario Museum
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Royal Ontario Museum

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The Royal Ontario Museum was established in 1912 and officially opened in 1914. It is a comprehensive museum integrating art, world cultures, and natural history, with a total collection numbering in the tens of millions. The building itself is a highlight: the century-old classical facade features exquisite stone carvings, and the "Crystal Palace" new wing, completed as an expansion in 2007 and designed by architect Daniel Libeskind, consists of several tilted, intersecting metal and glass crystals jutting out from beside the old building. The collision of old and new styles has made it a city landmark of Toronto, and the crystal facade and the steps at the entrance are also popular photo spots. Floor layout: For Chinese visitors, the Asian art area on the first floor is worth setting aside plenty of time: the entrance to the Chinese gallery displays the entire tomb of Zu Dashou, a late Ming general, relocated from Beijing, complete with tomb mound, which is quite rare among overseas museums; the Bishop White Gallery of Chinese Temple Art, with the huge Yuan dynasty mural "Paradise of Maitreya" along with Buddhist statues and porcelains from successive dynasties, lays out a complete thread of Chinese art, and the Japanese galleries on both sides are worth a look along the way. In the dinosaur gallery on the second floor, the nearly 24 m long Diplodocus skeleton "Gordo" spans the hall and is one of the museum's signature exhibits, and the nearby mammal and bird specimen areas, the biodiversity gallery, and the bat cave are especially popular with children. The ancient Egypt gallery on the third floor displays sarcophagi and mummies, while the ancient Greece, Rome, and Europe galleries bring together artworks such as sculptures and glassware; the top floor houses rotating special exhibition galleries, so it is worth checking the current schedule before setting out. The museum also has a mineral, gemstone, and meteorite exhibit area and a theater.

Toronto · 20.9 km from Vaughan
Art Gallery of Ontario
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Art Gallery of Ontario

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The Art Gallery of Ontario is located in downtown Toronto. Founded in 1900 by a group of private art enthusiasts, it houses over 100,000 works spanning from the 1st century AD to contemporary times, making it one of the large-scale art museums in North America. The gallery building itself is architecturally striking, and visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Toronto from the top floor. The art gallery reopened in 2008 after renovation and expansion led by Toronto-born architect Frank Gehry: the street-facing facade is wrapped in a glass and wooden corridor, resembling a glass ship drifting into the city, with lights shining through the curtain wall at night, making it particularly striking; the wooden spiral staircase in the atrium and the cantilevered titanium spiral staircase outside the tower were also designed by Gehry. At the street corner near the main entrance stands the bronze sculpture "Couch monster" by Canadian Indigenous artist Brian Jungen, while British sculptor Henry Moore's renowned bronze work "Large two forms" was relocated to the lawn of Grange Park on the south side of the art gallery. Floor distribution: The art museum has five floors. Upon entering the lobby, you can see the spiral staircase, a design that fully showcases Frank Gehry's talent. The collection is centered on two main themes: European art and Canadian art. The first-floor galleries display European paintings and sculptures from the Middle Ages to the early twentieth century, featuring works by artists such as Rembrandt, Hals, and Monet. The masterpiece "Massacre of the Innocents" by Rubens, donated by collector Ken Thomson, is considered the museum's signature piece. The Gothic boxwood miniatures he left behind depict intricate scenes within a tiny space, and the lower level also displays over a hundred of his ship models, ranging from merchant ships and warships of the age of sail to modern vessels, spanning several centuries with exquisite craftsmanship, making them worth slowing down to admire. The second floor showcases Canadian art in a concentrated display, featuring Tom Thomson's masterpiece "The West Wind," the Group of Seven's landscape paintings, and Inuit sculptures and prints, offering a comprehensive view of Canada's visual art heritage. Hundreds of works donated by Moore during his lifetime are housed here, with the dedicated Henry Moore Sculpture Centre providing a serene space to appreciate his forms. The upper levels of the south tower focus on modern and contemporary art, including works by Andy Warhol, Claes Oldenburg, and Yayoi Kusama's "Infinity Mirror Room."

Toronto · 22.4 km from Vaughan

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Niagara-on-the-Lake Ultimate Canadian Food Tour
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Toronto: St Lawrence & Distillery Food Tour with 6 Tastings
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Niagara Falls tour with boat ride and lunch from Toronto
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1-day round-trip tour from Toronto to Niagara Falls with optional upgrade to behind the falls tour/cruise
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Toronto City, Film Locations and Harbour Day Tour Small Group Max 12
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Small Group Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour from Toronto
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1-day tour to Niagara Falls from Toronto, Canada | multiple packages optional
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Northern Hollywood Toronto Film Tour | University + Old Winery + City Hall + CN Tower Cruise
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Niagara Falls US-Side In-Depth Small Group Half Day Tour from Buffalo
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Small group with no more than 13 people | 1-Day Toronto City Sightseeing Tour/TC1
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Vaughan Audio Tour: Thrills and Legends of Maple's Wonderland Realm
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Hockey Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
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FROM TORONTO: Niagara Day Tour w/ Niagara on the Lake & Boat Ride
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YoYo_1I8Q7O5ONovember 1, 2026
5.0
I had a good experience after two days of visiting. The park facilities were well-maintained with no obvious signs of age or damage, and the staff were friendly and responsive. Waiting times for rides were manageable; on weekdays, you could usually get on within half an hour. While the food prices were on the higher side, the portions were generous and the taste was decent.

Canada's Wonderland

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ran8699May 11, 2023
5.0
If you go there in March, you must rent a Chinese guide on the underground floor for 5 yuan to fully understand this luxurious castle. There are number signs everywhere in the castle. Click on the numbers on the guide to listen to the explanation. Climb the stairs to the top of the two towers to see the surrounding scenery. Be sure to walk through the corridor to see the four classic cars in the garage.

Casa Loma

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118***60August 26, 2026
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While it cannot compare to the Chinese exhibitions at the British Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it still offers a relatively complete picture of the history of various Chinese dynasties. The displays of Buddhist statues and the complete tomb of Zu Dashou are also worth seeing.

Royal Ontario Museum

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M25***40December 20, 2020
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This street is very attractive to me. It is indeed a tourist destination, with many restaurants and bars, as well as many cafes and shopping stores. The street is usually crowded. One of the biggest tourist attractions on this street is a large indoor shopping mall, the Eaton Centre. The street seems to be a center of attraction and activity in itself.

Yonge Street

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Anonymous userOctober 14, 2026
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Online ticketing is convenient; staff simply scan the code for entry, saving you the hassle of foreign currency cash and credit card fees. The museum is fantastic; one day isn't enough to see everything. I caught the Monet exhibition and saw over a dozen original works, as well as Rembrandt pieces, various European sculptures, and exquisite handicrafts.

Art Gallery of Ontario

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AlanSpivackJanuary 11, 2026
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the CN Tower is a must for anyone touring Toronto. when it was completed in the mid 70’s it was the tallest structure in the world. great views of Toronto from three different levels. Also a nice revolving restaurant and a few places for coffee and lunch as well

CN Tower

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Travel lover 88July 9, 2023
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I went to Earl Bales Park in October. There were many maple leaves in the park. I could see red, orange and yellow maple leaves in the distance, which was very beautiful. In winter, the park is used as a small ski resort.

Earl Bales Park

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xiaorennnnAugust 19, 2025
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Hours to spend: 3-4 hoursLOVE THEIR UNDERWATER TUNNEL! Recommend to plan this visit after your visit at CN tower or Cruise. Very educational experience that shows you the aquatic life in Canada’s waters. Very children friendly and accessible to those with disabilities. Gift shop have very unique items, NO ENTRANCE FOR PUBLIC. So do check things out before you leave.

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

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圣热尔韦昂瓦列尔周勃July 13, 2023
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The University of Toronto is in a good location, adjacent to the bustling city center, and life is extremely convenient; the buildings on campus are antique and quaint. Of course, the most important thing is that it is still a top university in the world [like it]

University of Toronto

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Shi KwokNovember 9, 2024
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St Lawrence Market is a nice place to go in Toronto. It is near downtown Toronto. I enjoyed some delicious fresh salmon sashimi at a very affordable price. More shops are open during weekend, it is better to go there during weekend.

St. Lawrence Market

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Don't miss these attractions in Vaughan: Canada's Wonderland, Casa Loma, and Royal Ontario Museum. If you like Food & drink, try Toronto Richmond Station Red Restaurant Booking. If you enjoy Day tours, try 1-day round-trip tour from Toronto to Niagara Falls with optional upgrade to behind the falls tour/cruise.

You can give Toronto Richmond Station Red Restaurant Booking and Toronto, Canada Giulietta Popular Restaurant Reservation Service a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include 1-day round-trip tour from Toronto to Niagara Falls with optional upgrade to behind the falls tour/cruise, Toronto City, Film Locations and Harbour Day Tour Small Group Max 12, and Small Group Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour from Toronto. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 6, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Vaughan is around PKR 14,100.28 – PKR 41,747.87. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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