Family and Kids in Toronto

Looking out for what can you do with kids and family in Toronto? Here are the things that you should not miss out on a family vacation with kids, toddlers, or babies. Discover the ultimate places for kids in Toronto, be it water parks, theme parks, or playgrounds. Children will have fun, learn new things, get good food and will not get bored in long queues. Keep reading to know about awesome places and activities to enjoy with your kids in Toronto.
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Let's explore our list of kid-friendly attractions in Toronto for perfect family outings and getaways.

  1. Visit to experience unparalleled fun for kids
    Toronto Island Park

    Park, Picnic Spot

    The charming island neighborhoods of this park are Toronto’s favourite summer hangout. There are three main islands - Ward’s, Center, and Hanlans - and eight smaller named ones, and even more unnamed ones. The views of Toronto’s skyline, the many picnic spots and lots of outdoor sports amenities (Volleyball, Softball, Swimming, Boating, Disc Golf, Trails) are all standard, bu...Read more
  2. A place for children with all kinds of interests
    Ripley's Aquarium Of Canada

    Aquarium

    5.7 million litres total tank volume. 13,500 marine and freshwater animals representing 450 species. Those numbers should be enough to excite you about the aquarium, one of the Ripley franchise’s better investments. But if you need more incentive, here are some exhibits you might light: Canadian Waters: 17 habitats commonly found in Canadian waters. Rainbow Reef: The most brilliantly col...Read more
  3. A guaranteed fun space for the kids
    High Park

    Park, Picnic Spot

    Toronto’s favourite nature retreat is 161 hectares of hilly and wooded land with two ravines running north to south. It was opened in 1876 and now has lots of recreation facilities - playgrounds, picnic areas, off-leash areas for dogs, paved and unpaved trails, a free to use swimming complex, a winter ice hockey ice rink, tennis courts and baseball diamonds. Outside of this usual fare th...Read more
  4. Amazing Toronto attraction for kids
    Toronto Zoo

    Wildlife Park, Zoo, Wildlife Safari

    The Toronto Zoo is a wonderful tourist attraction. Kids and adults alike enjoy visiting this place a lot. Why is that you ask? Well, the Toronto Zoo has no less than 5000 animals on display. The Species range from rainforest dwelling animals to the inhabitants of the Tundra and everything in between. People not only enjoy watching these animals but end up learning a lot about them through the d...Read more
  5. Can keep your kids busy for days
    Edwards Gardens

    Garden

    Two of Toronto’s four main gardens are at this single location. And together they are the beloved of anyone who loves any or all of the following: nature, landscaping, design, art, sculpture, science, mazes, horticulture, birds, bees, urban gardening, viewpoints, flowers, public art, museums and interactive exhibits. There are 17 themed gardens here, all large in size, all easily navigate...Read more
  6. Perfect for kids day out in Toronto
    Scarborough Bluffs

    Beach, Park, Picnic Spot

    Though these 90 metre high sand cliff escarpments formed from erosion stretch for more than fifteen kilometres, the best place to appreciate them is from the parklands stretching from Bluffers Park, to Bluffers Sand Beach, to Cathedral Hill Lookout, to Scarborough Bluffs Park and ending at Scarborough Heights Park. You can take the lovely walking trail that takes you through meadows of grass an...Read more
  7. Fun place to go for kids
    Allan Gardens

    Park

    This 1910 park is one of the city’s most popular natural exhibits, six climate controlled greenhouses with plants from different areas around the world. There are two main reasons to visit. The first is of course the green houses themselves - tropical, temperate, palm, tropical landscape, and arid. But these are a side show to what keeps people coming back - the magnificent seasonal flowe...Read more
  8. A cool place to see with kids
    Ontario Science Centre

    Science Museum, Children Museum

    The Science Museum in Toronto called the Ontario Science centre is a wonderful and interactive place to learn more about science whether you are a child or an adult. The awesome displays and activities are designed to increase curiosity and encourage questioning. It isn’t the kind of museum that you walk around and where you just look at or read the displays. This is a hands-on museum whe...Read more
  9. A fantastic place for refreshing break for children
    Centreville Amusement Park

    Amusement Park, Water Park

    The Centreville Amusement Park is a Huge Tourist attraction for The visitors to Toronto. This Amusement Park, situated on an island not farther than a ferry ride from the city centre is a wonderful recreational destination. Located on Centre Island, which is one of Toronto’s islands, this place provides you with a lot of entertainment options. Entry is free so you can just walk in and bro...Read more
  10. One of the awesome things children enjoy the most
    Queen's Park

    Park

    A city park is only an urban oasis when it provides a large amount of green space to an area overcrowded with buildings. Queen’s park qualifies. A pretty ensemble of monuments, sculptures, the Ontario Legislative Building, trees and semi-formal pathways, the park feels a bit like an english landscaped garden. It is just to the east of the St. George Univeristy campus, which means you&rsqu...Read more
  11. The best option for younger visitors
    Riverdale Farm

    Zoo

    Originally a zoo that opened in 1978, this 7.5 acre farm is a remnant of the zoo that shut down. In addition to the old zoo buildings - The Residence, the Donnybrook, and the Island House - there is the 1858 Francey barn, the Victorian style Simpson House, the Pig and Poultry Barn, the all purpose Meeting House and the Driveshed. Surrounding these structure are woody lawns and vegetable beds. F...Read more
  12. A place where kids enjoy and have fun
    Mount Pleasant Cemetery

    Family and Kids

    This, Toronto’s first all inclusive cemetery, is that final resting place of over 150,000 souls. These include notables such as composer Glenn Gould, various politicians, Titanic survivors, Premiers of Ontario, Lieutenant Governors of Ontario, Mayors of Toronto, and Barbara Hamilton among others. It is a tranquil place of beautiful monuments, winding paths, and attractive landscapes.
  13. A place perfect for families with kids
    Toronto Railway Museum

    Family and Kids

    While this is not the greatest railway museum in the world it is fairly representative of Toronto and Ontario’s rail transportation history. Some restored historic locomotives, old uniforms, a 1950s themed train simulator, and a miniature train ride are all that are needed to help kids engage with this museum. It’s a small but cute addition to Roundhouse Park.
  14. A favorite place to take the kids in the city
    Trinity Bellwoods Park

    Park, Picnic Spot

    This is a simple but fun neighborhood sports park built on the site of a filled in ravine. Amenities include ball diamonds, tennis courts, volleyball courts, an ice rink, drinking fountain, washrooms, bike trails, an off leash area for dogs, a wading pool, picnic spots and a playground. On summer Tuesdays the park organises a farmer’s market. Portugal Day is celebrated here. The park has ...Read more
  15. It's just one of those places to visit and hang out
    Fantasy Fair At Woodbine Centre

    Family and Kids

    Once the parents have had their kids at this not insubstantial shopping mall of 130 stores, the kids can finally drag them over this indoor amusement park of nine fun rides. Get a quick overview of the park on the Fantasy Fair Express; ride thi Antique Carousel; take around on the 50 foot Ferris Wheel; check out the soft play area; the spinning cups rides never get old; fly in either a balloon ...Read more