Off the beaten path · Toronto, Canada

12 Hidden Gems in Toronto Most Visitors Miss

Places locals rate highly but that stay outside the usual top-ten lists. Each one earned its spot from real traveler reviews, not sponsorships.

Chosen from 165 tracked places in Toronto: highly rated, rarely crowded. Updated monthly.

  1. iArtS MUSEUM

    Museum

    iArtS MUSEUM is a vibrant contemporary art space located on the second floor of a building at 580 King St W in Toronto's trendy King West neighborhood.

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  2. Out Here

    Park & natureFree entry

    Nestled in the heart of Toronto's vibrant Chinatown, 'Out Here' is a small but cherished park and nature area that provides a serene retreat from the bustling city streets.

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  3. Heritage Toronto

    LandmarkFree entry

    Heritage Toronto is a charitable organization that celebrates the city's rich history and cultural heritage.

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  4. Active Healing Centre

    Sight

    Active Healing Centre is a wellness sanctuary located on Kingston Road in Toronto's charming Beaches neighbourhood.

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  5. Spirit of York

    SightFree entry

    Spirit of York is a prominent outdoor sculpture located in Toronto's historic Distillery District.

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  6. SPIN Toronto

    Entertainment

    SPIN Toronto is a vibrant ping-pong social club located in the heart of Toronto's Fashion District.

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  7. Osgoode Hall

    LandmarkFree entry

    Osgoode Hall is a stunning neoclassical building located at 130 Queen Street West in downtown Toronto, serving as the home of the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Superior Court of Justice.

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  8. Woodbine Park

    Park & natureFree entry

    Woodbine Park is a 42-acre green space nestled in Toronto's charming Beaches area, just steps from Lake Ontario.

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  9. Canadian Opera Company

    Entertainment

    The Canadian Opera Company (COC) is Canada's largest opera producer and one of the most prominent opera companies in North America.

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  10. James Alan: Magic & Martini

    Entertainment

    James Alan: Magic & Martini is an evening of close-up magic performed in the Black Lodge Room, a hidden venue within downtown Toronto.

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  11. Left Field Brewery

    SightFree entry

    Left Field Brewery is a beloved craft brewery located in Toronto's Leslieville area, just east of the Don River.

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  12. The Spa at The Hazelton

    Sight

    The Spa at The Hazelton is a premier wellness destination located at 118 Yorkville Ave in Toronto's upscale Yorkville neighborhood.

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