Weekend Travel Destinations for University of Toronto Students

Excellent education system, high rate of employment opportunities, and affordable cost of studying as compared to the UK and the US — these are some of the major reasons why a large number of international students come all the way to Canada for higher studies. British Columbia, Quebec and Toronto are some of the best places for international students. Toronto, in particular, is one of the most popular student destinations in Canada. Being highly multicultural and multilingual makes it easy for students from different ethnicities to fit in effortlessly. So, wouldn’t your study abroad journey in Toronto be incomplete if you spent all your time studying and not explore this lively and vibrant city, the fourth largest city in North America! To know more about weekend travel destinations for University of Toronto students, keep reading!

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is one of Canada’s biggest attractions. Its beautiful location has made it one of the most popular places to visit in Canada. You wouldn’t mind travelling a bit more if you want to explore this gorgeous site. Located 3-hours away using the bus or 2.5-hours away using the train, it is well worth the trip to Niagara Falls when in Toronto. Enjoy the beauty of the falls, followed by a trip to the Clifton Hill district to check out haunted houses, wax museums, and the SkyWheel. There are a variety of attractions at Niagara Falls, including the famous Maid of the Mist boat tour that you can enjoy with your friends. 

Toronto Islands

If you’re planning to make the best of your summer this year then don’t wait for any more as Toronto Islands are here for your rescue! The Toronto Islands are a chain of 15 small islands in Lake Ontario, south of mainland Toronto, Canada. There are many activities on the islands to make your trip worth remembering. Activities including long walks, swimming, sailing, and rowing are some of the highlights of the place. During summer, you can enjoy a myriad of open-air events hosted on the Toronto Islands.

Toronto Zoo

Are you an animal lover? Do you also like exploring nature and its beauty? If so, then Toronto Zoo might be the best place to visit when in Toronto. Located in the northeast of the city centre, on the Red River is the Toronto Zoo where you can explore thousands of animal species, some of which you may have never seen before. The panda exhibit at the Toronto Zoo is the biggest highlight, however, you can also enjoy the different sections of the zoo representing different regions of the world such as the Great Barrier Reef, the African Savanna, and the North American section.

Scarborough Bluffs Park

Are you a beach person? Do you like travelling to the mountains? Or do you like both? What if I say you can get both the experiences in one place? Yes, you read that right! Scarborough Bluffs Park is the right place for you. It is an escarpment in the Scarborough district of Toronto consisting of nine parks along the bluffs, with Bluffers Park being the only one with a beach. At Scarborough Bluffs Park, you can enjoy the magnificent views of Lake Ontario and the flora in the meadows. The best part about Scarborough Bluffs Park is that you do not need to travel for hours but are only 45-minutes away from the big city by train. 

Bruce Trail

Do you enjoy hiking? If so, then the Bruce Tail is what you may be looking for. The Bruce Trail is a hiking trail in southern Ontario. The main trail is more than 890 km long and there is over 400 km of associated side trails. There are 9 main sections to enjoy plenty of hikes.

Did you know? Canada’s oldest and longest marked footpath – 900 km from Niagara to Tobermory. 

Stratford Festival

Started long ago in 1952 by a local journalist Tom Patterson in Canada, Stratford Festival is an internationally renowned festival of live theatre that runs from April to December. It features productions of Shakespeare’s plays and many other iconic playwrights. Stratford Festival for this year, 2022 will be running from April 6 to October 30, across all of the Festival’s 4 indoor theatres including more than 150 events in the Meighen Forum. Get ready to witness an exceptional theatre experience brought to life at the Stratford Festival in Ontario!

CN Tower

You may have seen the CN Tower in many popular Punjabi songs. You can actually see the CN Tower from anywhere in Toronto. Towering over the downtown core at a height of 553 m, the CN Tower is Toronto’s most famous attraction. During its construction between 1972 and 1976, the CN Tower was by far the tallest freestanding structure worldwide, however, it has since been surpassed. If the tower alone doesn’t fascinate you much, then you can try the Edge Walk, walking on a 1.5 m wide ledge around the exterior edge of the pod at a height of 365 m. You’ll be attached to a rope and safety harness. This may be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many. 

Rogers Centre

Rogers Centre is a huge domed sports arena that features a unique roof design that slides back so it can be opened when there’s great weather. Isn’t that amazing? Built-in 1989 to compete with the Olympic Stadium in Montreal, Rogers Centre is located next to the CN Tower. So when you are done exploring the edge walk, you can move further to witness this famous venue for various sports such as football and baseball. Along with sports, Rogers Centre also hosts pop and rock concerts. Get ready to enjoy the weekend at Rogers Centre!

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The best part about these travel destinations is that you can visit these at any time of the year, however, outdoor attractions such as Scarborough Bluffs Park and Toronto Islands are best enjoyed between spring and fall. Hope now you know all about the Weekend travel destinations of University of Toronto students. Follow Leverage Edu for more interesting information about studying abroad!