DT News - Canada - Head outside and get to know Toronto

Aaron Rothkopf, Dental Tribune Canada

Fri. 9 May 2025

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Whether you want to conquer your fear of heights, surround yourself with nature or wander around a castle, the excitement of Toronto extends outside the exhibit hall as Canada’s largest city has plenty to offer attendees to the Annual Spring Meeting.

The capital of the province of Ontario, Toronto is known for its world-class shopping and exquisite eating experiences. Grab your shoes and a light jacket and get out and explore the city with some of the following suggestions.

To experience one of Toronto’s must-see attractions, all you have to do is look up. The CN Tower is not only the tallest building in Toronto but, for a time, was also the tallest free-standing building in the world. The CN Tower boasts the highest glass floor paneled elevator in the world, which lifts passengers up to its viewing deck.

If you are afraid of heights, you may not want to look down at the city from more than 1,100 feet above. You can view the city from even higher at the SkyPod, which offers spectacular views. And for those that really want to get their heart pumping, try out the SkyWalk, where participants stand on a hands-free ledge towering over the city. The CN Tower is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., and tickets start at $45 for adults and $16 for children. You must buy your tickets in advance for timed admission.

Need a break from the hustle and bustle of the city? Head to Toronto Islands, a quick 15-minute ferry ride from downtown Toronto. The three connected islands offer visitors a chance to explore a green oasis through a series of pathways and bridges. You can also visit a 200-year-old lighthouse and have a bite to eat at one of the restaurants.

When you think of castles, Toronto may not be the first place that comes to mind. But the city is home to the Gothic Revival castle known as Casa Loma. Built between 1911 and 1914, the castle now serves as a museum as well as a popular filming location. Visitors to the castle can tour three levels and see period decorations from the early 1900s as well as secret passageways and the five-acre gardens. The castle is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is $44 for adults, $39 for seniors and $29 for children.

Sports fans can head over to the Hockey Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated to the history of hockey. It also displays the Stanley Cup, which sits in its Great Hall. In addition to the Stanley Cup, the museum consists of 15 exhibits that display trophies and other hockey memorabilia. There is also a 125-seat 3-D theatre that shows documentary films.

The Hockey Hall of Fame is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and $15 for children.