Toronto Entertainment District BIA
Toronto Entertainment District BIA
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The Toronto Entertainment District is home to many of the nation’s most important and recognizable cultural landmarks including the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Air Canada Centre, CBC, CTV, Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Roy Thomson Hall, the Princess of Wales Theatre, the Royal Alexandra Theatre, the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, TIFF Bell Lightbox and more. It is where five major-league sports teams play in their home venue, throughout the year.
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Neighbourhood: Downtown
At the heart of Toronto, Downtown is the destination for cheap eats and fast fashion. Cut through by hip and trendy Yonge Street, the vibe here is young, with a strong student influence from the Ryerson University Campus. As a result, the Downtown area is always in flux: undergoing the construction of new facilities, with fresh retail spaces and pop-up cafes. Home to Toronto's largest indoor shopping mall, a number of vintage cinemas, and a healthy nightlife centered on the area's Distillery District bar and clubs near the East End, it's both an easygoing daytime spot and a popular party place after sunset. It also features some of Toronto's best outdoor landmarks, including Yonge-Dundas Square and the Nathan Phillips Square: perfect for a concert, a skate, or a relaxing sit-down.
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Travelwithme
Cape Town Central, South Africa308 contributions
Jul. 2019
Rented an apartment via Air B&B in the entertainment district. Plenty of restaurants, bars and shops.
Written August 8, 2019
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GuyFromTheSix
Toronto, Canada1,057 contributions
Aug. 2018 • Family
This is a place where entertainment meets appetite. Lots of good restaurant to choose from before an going to a theatre.
Written March 13, 2019
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trainfan2000
Hamilton, Canada2,590 contributions
Aug. 2018 • Family
There is a lot to see and do in this area. There are several theatres that present Broadway shows, lots of excellent restaurants and shops. The ball park (Rogers Center) is here along with some green space around Roy Thompson Hall. The area is easily accessed by walking from the PATH or above ground from Union Station. The subway serves the area (St. Andrews station) as well as the King Streetcar. King Street, the heart of the district, has no parking on it and cars cannot travel more than one block on the street without being forced to make a turn onto a side street. A great place to stroll on a summer night.
Written October 3, 2018
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Elena P
Romania4,853 contributions
Sep. 2018 • Couples
It depends on what is entertaining you, because seeing big buildings around, expensive shops, people always is hurry...i call it busy corporate life.
Written September 18, 2018
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AKAshon
Oakville, Canada2,024 contributions
Aug. 2018
I came here on a Monday early evening. I came during rush hour and there was a lot of people walking towards union station. There’s the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium, among the more popular attractions in the district. There’s also the TIFF Bell Lightbox which is the cornerstone for the annual Toronto International Film Festival. There’s a lot of restaurants and cafes in the area too! This would be a great place to stay if you’re coming to visit Toronto.
Written August 13, 2018
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Mark
Goiania, GO596 contributions
Jul. 2018 • Family
This is a great place to stay when visiting Toronto. The region is full of restaurants, bars, snack places, theaters, etc. Also, we are in a stone’s throw from most touristic places.
Written July 8, 2018
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Mojo3040
Hawick, UK887 contributions
Sep. 2017 • Couples
It's always all go in the downtown area, day or night there is always so many things going on, spend some time down here if your staying elsewhere, but if coming to Toronto then stay in the downtown area it's great.
Written September 25, 2017
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Cynthia N
Vancouver, Canada228 contributions
Jun. 2015
Fun to go for shopping and outings with girl friends make a day of it ,lots of action in the Entertainment District be ready to have some real fun.
Written August 26, 2015
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MsLadyBorsa
Brooklyn, NY360 contributions
Jul. 2015 • Family
There are lots of pubs, cafes and shops along the avenue..my youngest daughter got a kick out of seeing Canadas walk of fame
.it's in a business district but lot going on
.definately a.place to visit and catch a show
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.it's in a business district but lot going on
.definately a.place to visit and catch a show
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Written August 1, 2015
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Dannno777
Toronto, Canada166 contributions
Sep. 2014
There is definitely something for everyone here in the entertainment district. Whether you're looking for a jazz bar, small pub, or big dance club to party all night....you will always find something on just about every night of the week or weekend!
Written June 26, 2015
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