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The 25 Most Breathtaking Buildings And Structures In Toronto
"TIFF Bell Lightbox is not only the headquarters of the annual Toronto International Film Festival, but it’s also the city’s premier movie theater and entertainment complex, open to the public. Built in 2010, the modern facilities include five state-of-the-art cinemas, a restaurant, classrooms, a film reference library, gallery space, and a members’ lounge. Outside of the 10-day festival in September, TIFF Bell Lightbox screens new releases and runs thematic film programming year-round, focusing on anything from classic blockbusters to foreign indie films."
"The TIFF Bell Lightbox is a cultural centre and also the headquarters of the much-awaited Toronto International Film Festival. Your nightlife in Toronto gets too glam if you happen to time it right, when the festival is on!. However, when around the year TIFF Bell Lightbox is where film lovers, makers and event planners meet."
"Home of the Toronto Film Festival, as well as other visual arts celebrations, the TIFF Bell Lightbox is a building dedicated to Toronto's film world. Theaters, libraries, galleries, offices, lecture halls, as well as a swank members' lounge and..."
"The Princess of Wales Theatre is the newest addition to the Mirvish family of theatres in Toronto’s entertainment district. It is a 2000-seat playhouse located only a block away from the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre. The theatre is the first privately owned Canadian theatre to open since 1907."
"Live entertainment is one of the best parts of coming to Canada. Princess of Wales Theatre hasn’t been around for even thirty years, but it’s definitely one of the city’s best theaters. You can see stellar plays in one of the most beautifully designed theaters in Canada."
"Massey Hall is one of the oldest concert halls in Toronto, opened in 1894. Architect Sidney R Badgley designed the theatre with a Neoclassical facade and interiors that feature Moorish elements, such as scalloped ceiling hangings with intricate trims and ogee balcony arches. Originally, the auditorium was constructed to seat 3,500 people but, after renovations in the 1940s, the capacity was reduced to 2,765."
"The Massey Hall in Toronto is the venue where one can enjoy a variety of art forms, from classical music to jazz to international dance troupes. Gifted to the city by the Massey family, this architectural beauty was designed by Sidney Badgley at a cost of $152,390.75. A host to more than 100 events annually, the Hall can seat up to 2,765 people in two balconies and a ground floor."
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Arild Vågen used under CC BY-SA 4.0. Massey Hall is one of Canada’s most legendary performing arts centres and is a National Historic Site. The famous Toronto building is located downtown and it was originally designed to be a hall for people to enjoy music and shows of a non-religious variety."
"This tour's first bus leaves from Yonge-Dundas Square and the pass is good for three consecutive days. Stay aboard for the full two-hour tour, or if you're itching to tackle Toronto , hop off at one of the 21 stops, which include many of Toronto's top attractions, such as the CN Tower, the Eaton Centre, Art Gallery of Ontario, Casa Loma and the Royal Ontario Museum. Consult with the guides for optimum planning and when the busses will be stopping at certain locations. Don't miss the boat tour at the Harbourfront, which is included in your ticket."
"The last area of the day is Dudas Square which is like a mini Times Square. Here you’ll find the Eaton Centre, the city’s largest mall and plenty of restaurants. Across from the Eaton Centre there are some restaurants a few storey’s up where you can grab a place on the patio and overlook all of the action in the square."
"Take a guided tour around Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres – Toronto’s best-kept secret. This double-decker theatre is the last operating one in the world, making it even more impressive!. Go behind-the-scenes at Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres to take a closer look and learn about its fascinating history. You will be surprised how different the old-fashioned Elgin Theatre is from the forest-like Winter Garden Theatre on the upper level."
"This restored masterpiece is the world's last operating Edwardian double-decker theater. Celebrating its centennial in 2013, the Winter Garden was built as the flagship for a vaudeville chain that never really took off, while the downstairs Elgin was converted into a movie house in the 1920s. Fascinating tours run Mondays at 5pm and Saturdays at 10am. "
"The Royal Alexandra Theatre—or the Royal Alex, as it’s known—is a pretty spiffy affair. The newly restored 1907 Beaux-Arts triumph is, in fact, North America’s first properly royal theater. It gained its title thanks..."
"The longest-running show of Toronto is considered the lousy dog theatre show where comedians are on a professional level, and home-in programs occurred. Almost 30years, this club train their comedian and specialized art of unscripted and unpremeditated performances held at the spot by any age of the person—the theatre train for excellent and affordable concerts and comedy. As theatres are small in size, but the laughter is enormous there."
"They have workshops for all levels of skill and confidence, whether you’ve never stood in front of a mic before or you’re fine-tuning a skill years in the making. The main focus at all classes is just having fun, so you’ll never feel put on the spot or pressured to step hugely out of your comfort zone. The biggest benefit of taking classes here is the history: Bad Dog is home to the longest continuously running improv show in Toronto."
"A post shared by maybe: carley (@carleythorne) on Jan 15, 2019 at 9:56am PST. Well-known for featuring comedy performances for more than 35 years, Bad Dog Theater Company is an award-winning comedy club in Toronto. It specializes in the art of improvised and unscripted comedy performances and entertains numerous visitors at quite affordable rates."
"Specializing in skin and body treatments, Moksa Day Spa offers customized services tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Moksa Day Spa provides professional guidance and advice on treatments and therapies that will make you feel refreshed from head to toe. With positive energy and relaxation in mind, Moska Day Spa has a navy and white Southampton exterior and a feng shui white interior, which enhances the natural flow of the spa."
"With over 30,000 square feet of space in which to relax, Four Seasons Toronto Spa is simple and serene and perfect for a sun-filled urban luxury retreat. Four Seasons Toronto Spa is located on the ninth floor of the hotel and includes a co-ed whirlpool, steam rooms, personal grooming amenities, and a 24-hour fitness center. The spa provides a variety of services, such as massages, facials, body treatments, nail and hair services, make up, wellness, yoga, and fitness."
"When you hear about a spa at a Four Seasons hotel, you know they mean business. It’s the real-life equivalent to The Suite Life of Zack & Cody’s Tipton hotel chain (though unfortunately, the Sprouse twins don’t live here. Sigh). Just as luxurious as you’d imagine it to be, the massage and facial treatment at the Four Seasons resort in Toronto offers various services that enable nothing short of relaxation."
"You know a city is getting cramped when a spa boasts about their abundant natural light. Only that isn't all the Spa Four Seasons has to offer. The Four Seasons knows how to do it right and their oversized treatment rooms, sunlit indoor relaxation pool and full salon prove their expertise."
"The Stelvio is a famed restaurant in Canada which serves authentic and sumptuous Italian dishes. Their menu is complete of antipasti, Taglieri, insalate, pasta, primi, secondi, and dolci. They are usually open every day except Mondays."
"G for Gelato is an ideal spot for anyone looking for an authentic Italian experience. The gelato is made in-house and the flavours are inspired by the seasons, made with locally sourced ingredients. This business is featured in the following Smart Lists:"
"Set in the heart of the Kensington Market district, Tortería San Cosme ranks among the best sandwiches we’ve eaten all year, and well worth the hype and the wait. This well-themed Mexican eatery is devoted only to torterías (bread-based sandwiches), with menu staples that include the Cubano (ham, pork, and bacon base - $9.95 CAD or about $8 USD), the Poblano (roasted chicken and mole - $9.95 CAD), and the Adobada (steak - $9.95 CAD)."
"A photo posted by Tortería San Cosme (@sancosme_) on Nov 8, 2016 at 2:55pm PST. Skip the typical lunch combos in lieu of a hearty Mexican meal from this Kensington Market torteria. Choose from any of the griddle-cooked sandwiches on the menu and then add on esquites, charros or salad with an agua fresca on the side."
"Peterson heads to the famous Kensington Market district of downtown Toronto in this episode, to eat at Torteria San Cosme, which serves traditional Mexican sandwiches, called tortas. Opened by Mexico City-born chef Arturo Anhalt, San Cosme takes the often messy street food to a sit-down restaurant level."
"As one of Toronto’s first Asian-style vegan restaurants, Buddha Vegan has been a top spot in the city for awhile. They’re known for their delicious and healthy plant-based eats, covering menu items from soups to fried rice and noodles to everything in between. A meal from here is sure to satisfy your every craving!"
"Come down to Buddha’s Vegetarian Restaurant to savour some Hong Kong style vegan and vegetarian food. This place has been serving up regional specialities like imitation duck since 1991, and they’re every bit as satisfying and delicious as the meat-filled counterparts. 666 Dundas St W | website"
"Buddha’s Vegan Restaurant has been around forever – since 1991!. They used to be Buddha’s Vegetarian, but they’ve always been a predominantly vegan establishment, so the name change reflects this better. It’s one of Toronto’s oldest vegan Asian restaurants and it’s beloved by many."