Lower Bay Station -- CLOSED

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1234 Bay St., Toronto, Ontario

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: Older employees of the TTC have reported numerous times of a "Lady in Red" who haunts the old tunnels under Bay Station. The Lower Bay tunnels were only used for six months in 1966 and although the tunnels are no longer in use and closed off, night workers have reported seeing a distraught woman in a long dress walking towards them with no feet or eyes. If you're at Bay Station at night, it's also said that you can often hear the sound of a singing woman from afar. See Full Post

Soldiers Tower

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Toronto, ON

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: Between Hart House and U of T's University College is Soldiers' Tower, a tower dedicated to fallen soldiers of WWI and WWII from the U of T community. It's rumoured that in the 1930's, a caretaker who was cleaning the bells at the top of the tower fell and died. Students have reported seeing a figure falling from the tower but once looking at the ground, realize there is no body to be found. See Full Post

Keg Restaurants

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515 Jarvis St, Toronto, ON, M4Y2H7

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: This historic home was built in the mid 1800's and was later occupied by the Massey Family. Today, it's one of Toronto's most popular steakhouses. Diners and staff say that they hear children running around on the upper levels and in the kitchen. It was also on the second level where Lillian Massey, daughter of Hart Massey, passed away. Today she haunts the second-floor bathroom - dining patrons have experienced their bathroom stall door unlocking and opening without any explanation; rattling of toilet paper dispensers; and a feeling of being watched. To add to Lillian's story, one of her maids was so upset at her death, that she hung herself in the front foyer. See Full Post

Queen's Park

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University and Wellesley Aves., Toronto, ON, M5H2N2

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: The 100+ year-old Ontario Legislature building has lots of skeletons in its closets. Before it was a government building, it's said that it was a psychiatric asylum. The most popular sighting is that of three women (former asylum patients) who are seen throughout the building - one with long white hair, one who hung herself in the basement, and another with a dress thrown over her head. In tunnels below Queen's Park leading to other government buildings across the street, some have reported seeing a woman with a noose around her neck. See Full Post

Mackenzie House Museum

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82 Bond St., Toronto, ON

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: This historic home at Bond & Dundas St. in the heart of downtown Toronto was home to the first mayor of Toronto and leader of the 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion: William Lyon Mackenzie. This is where he died in 1861 and some say, where he still lives. People have reported seeing the ghost of Mackenzie in the master bedroom and notice items moving on their own, like a rocking chair in the basement will often rock on its own accord. See Full Post

Toronto Old City Hall

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60 Queen St W, Toronto, ON

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: This building was built in the late 1800's and later became the municipal courts building. When it acted as City Hall, the basements of the building were used to hold prisoners. Today, it's said that you can hear the moans of prisoners. The stairwell at the rear of the building is also haunted and judges often feel something tugging at their robes. Courtroom 33 is famous for the ghosts of Robert Turpin and Arthur Lucas: the last two men who were condemned to die by hanging. They were charged here in this courtroom and hung in the Old Don Jail, despite their lawyer firmly believing their innocence. See Full Post

Royal Ontario Museum

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100 Queens Pk, Toronto, ON, M5S2C6

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: Toronto's Royal Ontario Museum is rumoured to be haunted by two ghosts. One is the ghost of Charles Currelly, the original curator or director of the museum in 1912 when the ROM first opened. It's said that he can been seen in his nightshirt wandering the Bishop White Gallery and East Asian art collections. Before it closed, staff reported often of a ghost of a little girl who they later named Celeste. She would often be seen watching the planetarium shows by herself in the McLaughlin Planetarium. See Full Post

Steam Whistle Brewing

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255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON, M5V3M9

The good beer folks!: The "good beer folks" over at Steam Whistle have been brewing Canada's premium pilsner since 2000, when 3 former employees of the Upper Canada Brewery set up shop within the historic walls of a former Canadian National Railroad locomotive roundhouse. Today the brewery is unique for focusing their attention solely on one style of beer. Their unpasteurized golden pilsner is made from only 4 all-natural ingredients, and is one of Toronto's most beloved brands.Located directly next door to the Roger's Centre (formerly the Skydome), informative and refreshing tours of the brewery are offered on the half hour, 7 days a week. Last tours run at 5pm Monday to Saturday and until 4pm on Sundays, so let a cool glass of Steam Whistle be your reward after a busy day of sightseeing around Toronto. See Full Post

Bright Pearl Seafood Rstrnt

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346 Spadina Ave #200, Toronto, ON, M5T2G2

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: If you need to go to the bathroom when you're having dim sum at Bright Pearl - don't. It's believed that ghosts haunt the ground floor bathrooms and are known to appear in the mirror. What makes it even creepier is that before it was a restaurant, the building was once a funeral home - the lions outside are a remnant of that era, a symbol to ward off evil spirits. See Full Post

Don Valley Park

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Toronto, M4G3A1

Toronto ravine Discovery Walks: Few major cities in the world can lay claim to anything on par with the dozens of kilometers of forested trails that run through the heart of the city like green veins. Coyotes, foxes, raccoons, and the occasional white-tail deer all call the extensive ravine system home. Here bikers, joggers, and walkers of all fitness levels will all be able to put the trails to great use.The City of Toronto has outlined several great routes; all of which start and end near public transportation. Route brochures can be printed on this website: ?http://www.toronto.ca/parks/recreation_facilities/discovery_walks/discover_index.htmThe "Central Ravines, Beltline and Gardens" is the most accessible route from downtown Toronto, and takes travelers along the path of an old commuter rail road to the historic Don Valley Brick Works complex, and the sprawling Mount Pleasant Cemetery - the final resting place of several famous Prime Ministers, authors and captains of industry. For those interested in riding rather than walking, Cyclepath Toronto at 2106 Yonge St. rents bikes from 5$/hr or 25$/day. See Full Post

Roncesvalles Ave

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Roncesvalles Ave (from Queen St W to Hewitt Ave), Toronto, ON

A great, lesser known enclave: Several of the city's famed patchwork enclaves are tourist attractions in their own right; Chinatown along Spadina Ave., Greektown situated along Danforth Ave., and Little Italy on College St are all full of great shopping, bars or restaurants and attract scores of tourists annually. But what about Toronto's Polish community anchored along Roncesvalles Ave in the city's west end. Here old-world delis share the pavement with flower shops and an up-and-coming collection of bars and nightspots. See Full Post

The Beaches

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Toronto, ON

Toronto's beaches: OK, so it may be a stretch to lump Toronto into the same category as Barcelona, Rio Di Janeiro or Sydney, but the city is fortuitous enough to be set along some surprisingly sandy beaches. Much maligned by many locals for their perceived lack of cleanliness, Toronto's beaches are tested daily for water quality. You can check the city's website to ensure that weather conditions and water quality is acceptable before planning your tropical getaway. Woodbine Beach and Kew-Balmy Beach located, strangely enough, in the neighbourhood known as The Beaches are great spots to people watch, cruise the boardwalk, tan and even brave the cool depths of Lake Ontario. See Full Post

The Fairmont Royal York

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100 Front St. W., Toronto, ON, M5J1E3

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: The Fairmont Royal York in downtown Toronto is rumoured to have a Crystal Ballroom that was permanently closed down because it failed to meet the fire code. It's been reported that there are times when the service elevator will go to this floor, even though it has been closed off. Guests who stay on the floor below (who are none the wiser to the existence of a ballroom) have been known to complain about noise, music and talking coming from what they assume is a ballroom or event venue upstairs. See Full Post

Old Don Jail

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550 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, ON

TripAtlas.com's 10 Best of Haunted Toronto: Featured as part of TripAtlas.com's 10 best haunted attractions in Toronto: The Old Don Jail has housed its share of criminals and madmen. First open in 1864, the jail was recognized as a leader in the humane treatment of criminals. A total of 34 prisoners were executed at the Don Jail, including Robert Turpin and Arthur Lucas, the last two men who were sentenced to capital punishment in Canada on Dec 11, 1962. It's said that they haunt the Old Don Jail (as well as Old City Hall). Another story tells about a female inmate who hung herself in her cell. Today she haunts the jail as blond, very agitated and angry ghost. Tragically, in 1977, the jail was closed and recognized as a terrible embarrassment to the Criminal Justice System in Canada. In 2007, a handful of bodies were found buried under the Old Don Jail while renovations were taking place. See Full Post

Panorama

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55 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M4W1A5

Panoramic views of Toronto: It may sound surprising, but the best view in town won't be had from the observation deck of the CN Tower. As the city's symbol, you'll want to view the CN tower itself from your vantage point, and therefore need a slightly different perspective. The ultra modern and sleek Panorama Lounge located on the 51st Floor of the Manulife Centre at Yonge and Bloor boasts amazing views of the city skyline from all directions. Sit back and enjoy a delicious cocktail while taking in the breathtaking views from the north and south-facing outdoor balconies. See Full Post

Royal Meridien King Edward

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37 King St E, Toronto, ON, M5C1E9

Old School Class and Quiet Dignity : The year is 1964. Lyndon B. Johnson is in the White House, and four mop-topped young hell raisers from the port of Liverpool are paying their first visit to Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The streets along King Street East are cordoned off as three thousands hysterical, screaming young fans eagerly await the arrival of the lads at Toronto's finest luxury hotel- The King Edward Hotel. The King Eddy, as is it affectionately known to locals has provided the likes of Mark Twain, Teddy Roosevelt and Margaret Thatcher with the comforts of home for One-hundred and six years now. If you are too young to recognize any of the names mentioned above then you may be interested to know that Britney and Becks are also reported to have called the hotel home while in Toronto. While the King Eddy is hardly the only game in town these days, the hotel retains the high standards in services that have contributed to its long-standing success. From the impressive multi-story lobby that greets visitors after they pass by the elegantly-dressed doorman, to the tastefully decorated Edwardian style rooms, the hotel won't disappoint the history buff. While rooms often convey a feeling of faded glory rather than ultra luxury, the hotel is a great reprieve in the middle of Toronto's financial district.With the economy in the crapper there are often hotel deals to be had all over the world, including your own backyard. This blogger managed to score a night at the King Eddy for less than half the listed rack rate, and even though I live but a few kilometers away, the experience was a great way to live it up (relatively) on the cheap and learn more about my city and its history. If you are not experienced staying at luxury hotels – which I most certainly am not, please bear in mind that you may be charged for things like local calls, morning newspapers, and have to pay 12 bucks for a martini in the hotel bar. Don’t let these things set you back however. I suggest that you Iron that shirt, shine those shoes and make like you totally fit in. If you are able to do so, hit the net and start searching for bargains. All this doom and gloom has to come with some kind of a silver lining after all See Full Post

St. Lawrence Market

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92 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E1C4

Heart of old town Toronto: While not an old city by European standards, Toronto boasts several Georgian and early Victorian-era structures that once made up the core of the old city of York. At the heart of this old city was the market, and today Toronto's St. Lawrence Market still bustles from Tuesday to Saturday as one of Canada's premier destinations for epicurean delights. I recommend hitting the market early in the morning to avoid the crowds, and to load up on picnic supplies before spending the afternoon at the beach or exploring the ravines. See Full Post

PATH Underground

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Between Dundas St (north), Lakeshore Blvd (south), Yonge St. (east) and The Rogers Centre (west), Toronto, ON

World's Longest Shopping Mall: Get lost! You'd be surprised to know that the world's longest shopping mall according to the Guinness Book of Records is completely hidden from view under the bustling streets of Toronto's financial district. This 27 kilometers sprawling labyrinth of 1200 stores and service providers doesn't offer the same quality of shopping in one place as the Eaton Centre, but is still worth some time to explore. Access the PATH from First Canadian Place for a very authentic "big city" experience, where you can watch thousands of white-collar rat racers scamper about on their lunch breaks. The PATH also provides a warm and dry passageway through the downtown core during times of rain, snow and sleet and cold. As the PATH primarily serves Toronto's business community, remember not to visit on a weekend unless you want to see a lot of closed storefronts. See Full Post

Koreatown

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Bloor St West & Christie, Toronto, ON

Fave lesser-known enclave!: Toronto's lively Koreatown at Bloor and Christie is full of great authentic barbeque houses, karaoke bars, and supermarkets that will transport you from Toronto to Seoul without having to spend 15 hours on a jumbo jet. See Full Post