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See. Nuit Blanche Toronto↗ North America's largest all-night public art event, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026. Berczy Park↗ Visit the whimsical dog fountain designed by landscape architect Claude Cormier. Royal Ontario Museum↗ Explore this museum of art, world culture, and natural history, including a killer whale vertebra. Straight Flush See James Turrell's light installation in the lobby of the Bay Adelaide Centre.

Eat. St. Lawrence Market↗×2 pubs Take a food tour or visit independently owned breakfast spots. Le Petit Déjeuner↗ Enjoy waffles and eggs Benedict at this retro-inspired spot on King Street East.

Stay. Shangri-La Toronto↗×2 pubs One of Condé Nast Traveler readers' top hotels in Eastern Canada. Park Hyatt Toronto↗ A top-rated hotel in Eastern Canada according to Condé Nast Traveler readers. Four Seasons Hotel Toronto↗ Ranked among the top hotels in Eastern Canada by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto↗ A highly-rated hotel in Eastern Canada by Condé Nast Traveler readers.

Condé Nast TravelerOct 6, 2026

20 Top Hotels in Eastern Canada 2026: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Eastern Canada.

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  • Shangri-La TorontoHotelOur luxury hotel at Shangri-La Toronto offers exquisite rooms & suites, unique dining options and complimentary WiFi.
  • Park Hyatt TorontoHotelSometimes, you just need a fancy hotel in a fancy neighborhood.
  • Four Seasons Hotel TorontoHotelToronto is the hometown of the Four Seasons brand, so it was especially important that the location here represent the…
  • The Ritz-Carlton, TorontoHotelWe're heading to the Ritz.
  • BISHA, a Luxury Collection Hotel, TorontoHotelAfter an ownership change and joining Marriott’s Luxury Collection, the Bisha’s contemporary take on luxury is alive…
  • The Hazelton Hotel TorontoHotelThe leafy, boutique-lined streets of the upscale Yorkville neighborhood provide the natural backdrop for this plush…
  • Elsewhere
  • Fairmont Le Château FrontenacHotelQuebec City, CanadaProfitez d’une vue imprenable sur le fleuve Saint-Laurent et le Vieux-Québec, classé au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO,…
  • Fogo Island InnHotelJoe Batt's Arm, CanadaExperience all-inclusive hospitality at Fogo Island Inn, a member of Relais & Chateaux with Three MICHELIN Keys.
  • Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & SpaHotelCambridge, CanadaThis American Federal Revival getaway in the countryside an hour from Toronto provides every comfort you could wish for.
  • Auberge Saint-AntoineHotelQuebec City, CanadaWelcome to Auberge Saint-Antoine, where history and hospitality blend to create a memorable experience.
  • The Royal HotelHotelPicton, CanadaA boutique hotel and restaurant in the heart of Prince Edward County, The Royal Hotel in Picton is your gateway to…
  • Four Seasons Hotel MontrealHotelMontreal, CanadaIt’s the world-class service and amenities you would expect from global megabrand Four Seasons, but feels distinctively…
  • Fairmont Le Manoir RichelieuHotelLa Malbaie, Canada
  • The Sutton Place Hotel HalifaxHotelHalifax, Canada
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

The Best Train Trips in the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

The world’s most swoon-worthy train trips, from the rugged Peruvian highlands to the romantic Canadian Rockies.

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Lonely PlanetSep 27

Taking the Train from Toronto to Montréal (What You Need to Know)

Looking to see more of Canada? Discover how to take the train along the St Lawrence River from Toronto to Montréal.

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AfarSep 21

Where to Recharge in Toronto, From Spas to Lake Ontario

From ice baths to lakeside adventures, here’s how to build a restorative weekend around the city’s best wellness spots.

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  • Lake OntarioSight35 miles of continuous paved trails trace its shores
  • Toronto IslandsSightbike paths, sandy beaches, and leafy pockets perfect for slowing down
  • Hotel X TorontoHotel90,000-square-foot sports and fitness complex
  • Guerlain SpaPlaceat Hotel X Toronto with panoramic views of the lake
  • 1 Hotel TorontoHotelinspiration from the Canadian outdoors, reclaimed-wood furnishings
  • Harbourfront CentreSightwaterfront hub busy with weekend events
  • The Power PlantArts centreprovides a dose of contemporary art
  • Queens HarbourRestaurantwaterfront terrace for a quick drink and bite with a view
  • KajamaAttractionhistoric tall ship for a cruise
  • CanoeParkperched high above the city with sweeping skyline views
  • OthershipPlacecommunal contrast-therapy studio with guided sauna and cold-plunge
  • TrovePlaceoffers infrared sauna, salt cave, cold plunge, and sound bath rooms
  • JaybirdPlaceinfrared-heated yoga and Pilates in a dimly lit studio
  • Sweat and TonicPlace25,000-square-foot fitness hub with studios and recovery spa
  • Shangri-La TorontoHoteloffers Fuel & Flow afternoon tea
  • Miraj Hammam SpaPlaceMiddle Eastern–inspired treatments at Shangri-La Toronto
  • Antler Kitchen and BarRestaurantwild-to-table dining with foraged ingredients and game meats
  • GiaRestaurantplant-forward Italian cooking with house-made pastas
  • RiversideNeighborhoodlaid-back feel, good for mornings and brunch
  • SolisPlacePilates studio in nearby Corktown
  • White Lily DinerRestaurantfarm-to-table diner classics, smokes own meats, bakes bread
  • Evergreen Brick WorksAttractionformer industrial site with year-round farmers market
  • Don River ValleyTraileasy hike or cycle through unexpectedly wild landscapes
  • Weston Family Quarry GardenSightrestored wetlands and wildflower meadows
  • Broadview HotelHotelrooftop with views across the Don River Valley
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AfarSep 21

The Family-Run Restaurants That Define Toronto’s Food Scene

From Egyptian brunch spots to Georgian comfort-food kitchens, these independently owned neighborhood mainstays serve some of the city's most memorable meals.

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  • ChinatownNeighborhoodtour through restaurants telling neighborhood story
  • St. Lawrence MarketMarketfood tour with family-owned Culinary Adventure Co.
  • Culinary Adventure Co.Placefamily-owned company offering food tours
  • Le Petit DéjeunerRestaurantfavorite for waffles and eggs Benedict
  • George Street DinerCafélures brunch fans with traditional Irish specialties
  • SwatowRestaurantcornerstone on Spadina Avenue known for Chaoshan beef hot pot
  • House of GourmetRestaurantrun by Chen family for over three decades
  • Yueh Tung RestaurantRestaurantcity's first Hakka restaurant, operated by Liu family
  • KiinRestaurantThai restaurant in the MICHELIN guide
  • PaiRestaurantWe’ve limited our reservations to welcome more walk-in guests to enjoy the full PAI experience.
  • SukhothaiRestaurantORDER ONLINE RESERVATIONS CATERING AUTHENTIC RECIPES Experience Chef Nuit’s signature Northern Thai flavors at…
  • RoncesvallesNeighborhoodknown as "Roncy Village" and "Little Poland"
  • Revue CinemaSightToronto’s longest-running independent cinema
  • Ari’s PlaceRestaurantlongtime diner known for all-day breakfasts
  • High ParkParkpark with cherry blossoms and outdoor theater
  • Café PolonezRestaurantcelebrates Polish roots with comforting classics
  • Roncesvalles Polish FestivalFestivalcelebration of pierogi and polka music in September
  • Maha'sCaféEgyptian brunch in Leslieville
  • DanforthTrain stationdiverse food corridor, heart of Greek community
  • MezesRestaurantDiscover the warmth of Mezes, a Greek restaurant in Toronto's Greektown.
  • PantheonRestaurantWelcome to Pantheon Restaurant, a family-run gem serving authentic Greek cuisine since…
  • Lucy EthiopianRestaurantWelcome to Lucy Ethiopian Restaurant in Toronto, where we celebrate Ethiopia…
  • LalibelaBarCome visit us at 1214 Danforth Avenue or call (416) 645-0486 to make a reservation.
  • TiflisiRestaurantMICHELIN Bib Gourmand recipient serving Georgian food
  • Taste of the DanforthFestivalCanada’s largest street festival celebrating Greek heritage
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AfarSep 4

As the Leaves Turn, Toronto’s Art Scene Comes Alive

Golden fall afternoons make ideal gallery-hopping weather, and the season’s longer nights set the stage for Nuit Blanche's citywide installations.

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Lonely PlanetAug 28

19 of the Best Places to See Yayoi Kusama’s Art Around the World

See the iconic works of artist Yayoi Kusama at these museums, sculpture gardens and public spaces around the world.

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  • Art Gallery of OntarioGalleryLocated on Dundas Street West in the Grange Park neighbourhood of downtown Toronto, the museum complex takes up 45,000…
  • Elsewhere
  • Gardens by the BayParkSingaporeFeatures Kei-Chan, a large-scale figure of a girl.
  • Echigo-Tsumari Art FieldMuseumTokamachi, JapanHome to Tsumari in Bloom, a large-scale floral piece.
  • Crystal Bridges Museum of American ArtMuseumBentonville, United StatesCounts two pieces, including Infinity Mirrored Room - My Heart Is Dancing.
  • Yayoi Kusama MuseumMuseumTokyo, JapanFounded by Kusama herself to honor her accomplishments.
  • Benesse House MuseumMuseumNaoshima, JapanFeatures Kusama’s most famous polka-dot pumpkin sculpture.
  • Matsumoto City Museum of ArtMuseumMatsumoto, JapanHome to Kusama's largest outdoor sculpture, Visionary Flowers.
  • Towada Art CenterMuseumTowada, JapanFeatures eight polka-dot-spackled sculptures titled Love Forever.
  • NGVArts centreMelbourne, AustraliaHome to four works, including the vast Dancing Pumpkin.
  • The BroadMuseumLos Angeles, United StatesBoasts two infinity rooms, not always open; check online.
  • Rubell MuseumMuseumMiami, United StatesOngoing display of three interactive works, including Narcissus Garden.
  • WNDR MuseumMuseumChicago, United StatesImmersive-art site with Love is Calling and a recorded poem.
  • Mattress FactoryMuseumPittsburgh, United StatesHolds two Kusama installations on long-term display.
  • Phoenix Art MuseumMuseumPhoenix, United StatesFeatures the mixed-media infinity room You Who Are Getting Obliterated.
  • InhotimNature reserveBrumadinho, BrazilOpen-air museum with a version of Narcissus Garden.
  • Galeria Yayoi KusamaGalleryBrumadinho, BrazilGateway to two installations: I'm Here, But Nothing and Aftermath.
  • Les Tulipes De Shangri-LaPublic artworkLille, FranceKusama’s 7m-tall fiberglass and concrete sculpture.
  • Shine of LifeSightOslo, NorwayKusama’s largest Nordic sculpture, made of cast iron tentacles.
  • Infinite AccumulationPublic artworkLondon, United KingdomSite-specific work outside Liverpool Street station.
  • Gleaming Lights of the SoulsSightHelsingør, DenmarkAn infinity room with a central reflecting pool.
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National GeographicAug 14

This Retro Train May Be the Least Stressful Way to Travel Canada

A writer traveling on a four-day trip aboard The Canadian finds himself going back to a less-complicated time—with 1950s decor and no Wi-Fi.

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Atlas ObscuraAug 13

South Main Plaza Dog Fountain in Mount Vernon, Ohio

At the heart of South Main Plaza in Mt. Vernon sits an unexpected menagerie: a fountain crowded with painted cast-aluminum dogs, watched over by a cat, a pony, two pairs of birds, and, inexplicably, an apple. At the very center sits a golden bone, and the cat, smart enough to know better, keeps itself perched safely out of the spray. It all started when Gambier resident Phil Samuell saw photos…

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 7

15 Best Places to Visit in Canada for First Nations History, Quebecois Cuisine, and Dinosaur Bones

O Canada, how we love you.

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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

Queen's Quay Whale Vertebra in Toronto, Ontario

The Royal Ontario Museum is one of the premier institutions in Canada, which often makes it a destination for local paleontological and archaeological finds. That includes a killer whale vertebra found underneath Queen's Quay and Bay Street, discovered during transit excavations in 1988. Unfortunately, the vertebra's origins are still up for debate to this day. The discovery was, at first, a ca…

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Lonely PlanetJul 15

15 of the best places in Canada

Breathtaking mountains, lively cities and natural wonders.

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  • ChinatownNeighborhood
  • GreektownNeighborhood
  • Elsewhere
  • Montréal International Jazz FestivalFestivalMontreal, CanadaThe Festival international de Jazz de Montréal is an annual jazz festival held in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
  • Maid of the MistPlaceNiagara Falls, CanadaBoat tour to feel the thunderous spray up close.
  • Niagara Glen hiking trailTrailNiagara Falls, CanadaTakes you through ancient forests and rugged terrain.
  • Greater Niagara Circle RouteTrailNiagara Falls, CanadaScenic biking adventure.
  • Wildplay ZiplinePlaceNiagara Falls, CanadaOffers unmatched views of the falls.
  • Stanley ParkParkVancouver, CanadaThick rainforest near downtown.
  • Audain Art MuseumMuseumWhistler, CanadaDesigned by Patkau Architects and opened to the public in 2016, it holds a comprehensive permanent collection of…
  • Squamish Lil'wat Cultural CentreMuseumWhistler, CanadaVisit Whistler's First Nations museum, tours, art gallery, exhibitions, gift shop, cafe, tourist attraction, events…
  • Royal Tyrrell MuseumMuseumDrumheller, CanadaHome to one of the planet's pre-eminent fossil collections.
  • ManitoulinNeighborhoodManitoulin Island, CanadaWorld's largest freshwater island with First Nations culture.
  • Sylvia Grinnell ParkParkIqaluit, CanadaLandscape on Baffin Island, Nunavut.
  • Canadian RockiesSightCalgary, CanadaStraddles British Columbia and Alberta, offers national parks.
  • Pacific Rim National ParkSightUcluelet, CanadaIt is located in the Pacific Coast Mountains, which are characterized by rugged…
  • West Coast TrailMotelPort Renfrew, CanadaIt is West Coast of Vancouver Island, a 2 hour drive from Victoria, BC.
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Atlas ObscuraMay 14

‘Straight Flush’ in Toronto, Ontario

American light artist James Turrell creates big, bold installations that generate worldwide fanfare, like his Roden Crater in Arizona or Skyspaces built into mountains or accessed through a swimming pool. But sometimes a Turrell work lives quietly amongst us. In downtown Toronto’s busy financial district, thousands of suits walk past a James Turrell daily. The artwork, entitled Straight Flush,…

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Atlas ObscuraNov 11, 2025

This Musical Robot Celebrates Toronto’s Vibrant Rhythms

Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and all major podcast apps. I’m Kelly McEvers, and this is Atlas Obscura, a celebration of the world’s strange, incredible, and wondrous places. This episode was produced in partnership with Destination Toronto. And today, I’m talking to the artist and architect Danny Shaddock and the rapper Shad about this incredible collaboration of theirs th…

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Atlas ObscuraNov 4, 2025

Capturing Toronto’s Vibrant Rhythms in Sculpture

One man’s trash is Danny Shaddick’s treasure. The Toronto architect-artist-musician’s latest work marries recordings of everyday sounds with pieces of scrap metal to create intricate instruments that produce rhythmic soundscapes on their own. The project, a collaboration with award-winning Canadian rapper and recording artist Shadrach Kabango, a.k.a. Shad, aims to express the energy of Toronto…

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 1, 2025

How to Get FIFA World Cup 2026 Tickets: A Complete Travel Guide

Snag seats, see cities, and feast your eyes on the beautiful game.

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National GeographicAug 4, 2015

15 authentic ways to connect with Indigenous Canada

Exploring the traditions and culture of the Indigenous peoples of Canada provides unique opportunities for visitors looking for deeper travel experiences ...

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