Stephanie
New York City
I'll be in Toronto for work and I love some view spots. Where can I find the best views of the city in or around Toronto?
The views from the Toronto Islands are wonderful. Its a great place to explore in the summer too with Center Island and Centreville Amusement Park, Ward's Island and their lovely cottages and the boardwalk overlooking the lake. There is an AMAZING restaurant on the Boardwalk 1/2 between Center Island and Wards which is an ideal spot for lunch and a break.
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Toronto Islands in the summer for views, parks and beach
High Park has cherry blossoms all over in the spring
I think the best views are actually from the Island (Toronto Islands). Its a ferry ride away..
This is another great spot to for a great view and with great food (although pricey!). But you can just have a drink and still enjoy the view: Hyatt Regency Toronto
http://parktoronto.hyatt.com/en/hotel/dining/TheRoofLounge.html
Grab a drink from the hot, newly opened Panorama Lounge The One Eighty in the Manulife Centre. Glorious views of the skyline from the 51st floor. Swanky sunset dinner at Canoe Canoe on the 54th floor in the TD Centre, downtown in the Financial district. The roof-top terrace lounge at the Park Hyatt . Sip a cocktail and enjoy the views south across Queens Park, down University Ave and the sky line. Can't go wrong. Avoid the tourist-laden CN Tower. Enjoy the view!
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go to The Docks Driving Range by the parking lot. A great view of the skyline looking westward.