Discover Toronto's Top Parks

Toronto boasts a diverse array of parks, from scenic waterfronts with sandy beaches to historical sites and zoos. Whatever your preference, there's a park in Toronto that's perfect for you.

Getting to Toronto's parks is a breeze, with many accessible by subway or streetcar, especially along Queen Street East. For those looking to explore multiple parks, renting a car is a convenient option. Most parks offer amenities like comfort stations, playgrounds, trails, and nearby food options.

1. High Park

High Park, one of the city's largest, offers a natural escape with extensive walking trails, sports facilities, and the popular High Park Zoo. Don't miss the cherry blossoms in spring or the convenience of the High Park Trackless Train.

2. Toronto Islands Park

A short ferry ride from downtown, the Toronto Islands provide a serene getaway with beaches, gardens, and attractions like Centreville Amusement Park and Far Enough Farm.

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3. Bluffer's Park

Bluffer's Park offers stunning views of the Scarborough Bluffs, a marina, and beachside amenities. It's a perfect spot for a waterfront picnic or a stroll along the trails.

4. Kew Park

In The Beaches neighborhood, Kew Park is a charming park with a beach, sports facilities, and historical elements. Despite limited parking, it's easily accessible by streetcar.

5. Rouge National Urban Park

As Canada's newest national urban park, Rouge Park is a sprawling area ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, bird-watching, and beach visits, with ongoing improvements to enhance visitor experience.

6. Sunnyside Park

Sunnyside Park, once an amusement park, now offers beach areas, a boardwalk, and dining options. It's dog-friendly and has ample parking off Lakeshore Blvd.

7. Christie Pits

Christie Pits is a bustling park with sports facilities, a splash pad, and winter activities like tobogganing and ice skating. It's conveniently located near a subway stop.

8. Don Valley Brickworks

Transformed from a quarry and brickworks, this park features trails, ponds, and an off-leash dog area, with the nearby Evergreen Brickworks offering a farmers market and café.

9. Trillium Park

Trillium Park, located at Ontario Place, is a new waterfront park with walkways, climbing areas, and stunning views. It's a starting point for the Martin Goodman Waterfront Trail.

10. Edwards Gardens

Edwards Gardens is a horticultural haven with seasonal blooms, a picturesque stream, and proximity to the Toronto Botanical Gardens for those seeking more floral beauty.