From The Fairmont Royal York Best Nearby Attractions & Activities (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Toronto, ON Hockey Hall of Fame (Attractions & Activities - Sightseeing) 30 Yonge St BCE Place, Toronto  ON  M5E 1X8 • 416-360-7765 Distance: ~382 m         Description: DOWNTOWN. Located in the grand hall of the former Bank of Montreal building, this museum houses the most comprehensive collection of hockey artifacts and memorabilia in the world. Included in the collection are the Stanley Cup and the Honoured Members Wall. There's also an interactive area featuring virtual hockey. SUBWAY: Take the Yonge-University line to Union Station, then walk east to Yonge Street. Toronto Island Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 9 Queens Quay W, Toronto  ON  M5J 2H3 • 416-392-8196 • 416-392-8193 Distance: ~0.650 km User Rating: 8.75 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. This park occupies the harbor islands opposite the downtown area and is only accessible by ferry from the Bay Street Ferry Dock. After the 20 minute ride out, you arrive at a beautiful, natural haven, with beautiful natural gardens, perfect for recreation. The park is comprised of 600 acres, and no cars are allowed. The old-fashioned Centreville Amusement Park offers over 30 rides and attractions. CN Tower (Attractions & Activities - Sightseeing) 301 Front St W, Toronto  ON  M5V 2T6 • 416-360-8500 Distance: ~0.655 km User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Built as a TV transmission antenna, this tower has come to be known as Toronto's symbol and is a huge draw for tourists. At 1815 feet, it's the tallest tower in the world. Currently serving 16 Canadian TV and FM radio stations, it's also the workplace of approximately 550 people and a popular entertainment destination. Its range of attractions and exhibits includes a digital animation program (Thrill Zone, which allows visitors a virtual bungee jump), a laser tag game, nightclub, 300-seat cafe, award-winning 360 restaurant (with the world's highest wine cellar!), shops, and a Simulator Theatre, which mimics airflight. All these facilities can be reached via the famous glass-faced elevator, which takes less than a minute to reach the observation deck. Nathan Phillips Square (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 100 Queen St W, Toronto  ON  M5H 2N1 Distance: ~0.675 km User Rating: 7.6666 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Located in front of City Hall, Nathan Phillips Square and its reflecting pool are year-round landmarks. In spring, summer and fall the square is jam-packed with activity – concerts, dance performances, and art exhibits. You can even buy fresh produce at the Wednesday Farmers Market. During the winter months the reflecting pool is transformed into a popular skating rink. If you don't own skates, you can rent them here. Old City Hall (Attractions & Activities - Historic Sites) 60 Queen St W, Toronto  ON  M5B 2H4 • 416-338-0338 • 416-338-7320 Distance: ~0.704 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Designed by Edward James Lennox, Old City Hall (actually Toronto's third – the first burned down, and the second is situated inside the St Lawrence Market) is an excellent example of Romanesque Revival architecture, characterized by corner pavilions, round-arch openings, an interior courtyard, and elaborate stonework. In corbels under the roof, Lennox had his name secretly inscribed around the entire building. Old City Hall is worth a visit for its two-story entryway alone, in which a stained glass memorial window, a grand staircase, a mosaic floor, and commemorative murals make a spectacular impression. Today, the building functions as the Toronto South Court Office. Toronto City Hall (Attractions & Activities - Sightseeing) 100 Queen St W, Toronto  ON  M5H 2N2 • 416-338-0338 Distance: ~0.704 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Designed by Finland's Viljo Revell more than thirty-five years ago, this remarkable, contemporary facility is comprised of two separate half-circle towers that enclose a saucer-shaped structure for the council chamber. The latter is a public area that can accommodate 300 people, is open only on council days, and allows citizens to watch as local councillors formulate policies and by-laws. A tourist favorite, the building is located on Nathan Phillips Square. Wheelchair access and underground parking are available, along with self-guided tour brochures in many languages. St. James Cathedral (Attractions & Activities - Sightseeing) 65 Church St, Toronto  ON  M5C 2E9 • 416-364-7865 Distance: ~0.815 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. This remarkable cathedral was first built in 1807, although it was later replaced with a larger building in 1832. Fires destroyed two subsequent buildings, prompting the congregation to build the present structure in the popular English Gothic Revival style of the mid-19th century. The present cathedral opened in 1853 and features Canada's tallest steeple, beautiful stained glass windows, and tributes to Toronto's Anglican faithful. The gift shop is generally open during the middle part of the day, every day except Friday. Trinity Square Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) Bay St and Albert St, Toronto  ON • 416-392-0360 Distance: ~0.823 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Trinity Park's main attraction is its 77-foot circular labyrinth, a recreation of a 13th century stone labyrinth at Chartres Cathedral in France. Meditate and de-stress as you stroll the path to the center and back out again. Located behind the Eaton Center, between Dundas St W and Queen St W, and Bay Street and Yonge St. Rogers Centre (Attractions & Activities - Sightseeing) 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto  ON  M5V1J4 • 416-341-2770 • 416-341-3034 Distance: ~0.826 km User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Home of the Toronto Blue Jays, this breathtaking facility features the world's fastest retractable dome. The stadium also hosts the Toronto Argonauts Football Club. An amazing array of other events is scheduled here as well, from charity functions to trade shows to rock concerts. A hotel is located center field, and of their 348 rooms, 70 have direct views of the field. There's also a Hard Rock Cafe. And heads up ladies – this stadium has more women's restrooms than any other in North America (not that you won't still find a line, but it should be a little shorter!). Redpath Sugar Museum (Attractions & Activities - Tours and Excursions) 95 Queen's Quay E, Toronto  ON  M5E 1A3 • 416-366-3561 Distance: ~0.874 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Located within the Redpath Refinery, this museum details cane and sugar beet growing areas, the origins and production of sugar, nutrition, and the Redpath family. Since the museum is located in an industrial facility, it's recommended that visitors phone ahead for tours. SUBWAY: Bay station number 6 S. bus to Cooper St./Toronto Star Bldg.; Sherbourne subway – bus S. to Queen's Quay E. and Jarvis St; Union Station – Queen's Quay LRT to Queen's Quay E. stop. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.