Best Museums in Vaughan

"Home to all kinds of interesting and interactive exhibits, the excellent Ontario Science Centre can be found just fifteen minutes’ drive northeast of the center. A fun, family-friendly place to visit, it has plenty of hands-on activities and experiments that shine a light on the fields of science and technology. Since being established in 1969, it has been a firm favorite with adults and children alike due to its informative yet engaging displays and live demonstrations."

"Toronto architect Raymond Moriyama was hired to design the Ontario Science Centre back in 1964. The site was modeled on the natural contours of the Don River ravine, on which the science center stands. Inside, you’ll find several hundred interactive experiences and artefacts, including moon rocks."

"Visiting the Science Centre is one of the fun things to do indoors in Toronto with kids. Photo: Toronto Tourism. Convince the kids to boost their brainpower at the hands-on, interactive discoveries at the Ontario Science centre."

"The McMichael Canadian Art Collection offers its visitors a unique and truly Canadian experience. From the art within its walls, to the surrounding landscape, the McMichael Gallery is the perfect gallery for a proper introduction to Canada’s art, its people, their cultures and history. The McMichael Gallery’s permanent collection consists of nearly 6,000 pieces of art created by Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven, their contemporaries, and First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other artists who have made a contribution to the development of Canadian art."

"You’ll need to head out of town to visit, so make it a day trip. The gallery has an extensive collection of Canadian painters, including the very famous Group of Seven. Visit earlier in the morning or after 2 pm as the gallery can be full of school groups at midday."

"Handcrafted buildings (including painter Tom Thomson’s cabin, moved from its original location), set amid 40 hectares of conservation trails, contain works by Canada’s best-known landscape painters, the Group of... Top ChoiceArts Center in Waterfront"

"Explore the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and see some of the 80,000 works of art that are stored inside!. It’s a place that’s filled with some of the best and most recognised artists from across the world."

"5 – Check out the Art Gallery of Ontario Do you enjoy artworks?. Head to the Art Gallery!. Enjoy works by the famous Group of Seven and many more local artists."

"The AGO is hard to miss: the monumental glass and titanium facade designed by Toronto native son Frank Gehry hovering over the main building…"

"The David Dunlap Observatory is a heritage site in Richmond Hill, and it’s definitely worthy of being on your Instagram feed. The building is really unique with its spherical roof and bright blue door, and it’s also a great spot to go star-gazing for some cool shots!. LOCATION:225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, ON | Website"

"It is quite another to feel more connected with the universe. Just a 30-minute drive out of Toronto offers you access to a world beyond the city. The David Dunlap Observatory is a large astronomical observatory managed by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada."

"What is it: If you're looking for classic Toronto, look no further than this little breakfast joint in Little Italy. Since 1998, Aunties has been slinging eggs and bacon on mismatched plates to appreciative locals. If you're craving a sweet start to the day, the cinnamon French toast or oatmeal pancakes should fit the bill."

"Comfort food and not-through-the-roof prices come together at this cozy brunch spot, tucked into Lippincott Street. Ease your hangover with a fierce, carb-heavy sando, or a plate of breakfast tacos, plus a steamy cup of coffee. Address: 74 Lippincott StreetPhone: 416-324-1375"

"Open 9 am to 3 pm every day, Aunties & Uncles takes the guesswork out of breakfast. It also takes out the boredom. People stand in blizzards on weekends in the hopes of this French toast."

"Junction spot known for steak, eggs & coconut cream pie, established 1970s. Sunny Sun, owner: The Purple Onion name has been around a long time – the first one was on Avenue Road, a coffeehouse. (The original Purple Onion, in Yorkville, was known as a popular hangout for the folk music crowd and hosted early performances by Carly Simon and Buffy Sainte-Marie.) In the 70s, the Purple Onion Bar & Grill opened at Keele and St. Clair."

"Whether for a weekend brunch, a breakfast meeting or simply sharing a meal with friends or family, many are those charmed by their experience at Chez Cora. Open for breakfast and lunchPhone: +1 905-850-8950"

"De Mello Palheta is actually a roastery by trade, but its opened a small cafe, too. Set on the far north side of Yonge Street, the cafe is best described as urban-chic—its signage is street art–inspired, and the gray interiors feature an unusual sculptural arrangement of umbrellas on the ceiling and bold abstract paintings on the walls and wood tables. It feels a bit like an industrial art studio, and you might expect hipsters to fill its tables, but it’s not unusual to see families or businesspeople here."

"This midtown roaster sources its beans from both hemispheres, including small producers like Doña Aracelly, a second-generation grower from central Costa Rica, where this single-origin light roast originates. It makes a fruit-forward and lightly acidic cup—and there’s even a hint of lavender if your senses are fully awake to it. $16 for an eight-ounce bag."

"Toronto Purchasing Centre: De Mello Palheta (2489 Yonge Street), Ninetails Coffee Bar (651 Bloor Street West). Photo Courtesy of De Mello Palheta Official Website. Even if you haven’t been to many Toronto cafés uptown, chances are you’ve still tried De Mello Palheta’s coffee beans."

"I originally stumbled upon Sweet Olenka’s as I was walking down Queen Street West one summer afternoon. Although Sweet Olenka’s isn’t 100% vegan, they had a great selection of vegan ice cream. Nowadays, they no longer have their Queen West location, but you can visit them in Etobicoke."

"What is it: The cider-obsessed now have a hub to call their own. Run by one of the most popular cider makers in the city, the new facility gives Brickworks the opportunity to experiment with unexpected flavors and techniques, like dry hopping (for a beer-cider hybrid flavor) and aging in tequila barrels. Why go: One of the latest releases is a pink cider made with raspberry and blueberry juice: our new favorite way to rosé all day."