Birthday Ideas in Toronto

Birthday Ideas in Toronto

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There are plenty of fun activities in Toronto to celebrate the special birthday of an outdoor enthusiast. Toronto is the largest city in Canada; it's situated on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. With nearly 30 miles of waterfront shoreline as well as the nearby Humber and Don Rivers, Toronto is a great place for water sports and leisure outings. The city is also surrounded by a natural landscape with many creeks and forests. Consider planning a birthday excursion at one of the following three sites.

Wild Water Kingdom

Looking for fun in the sun? Check out Wild Water Kingdom in Toronto. This park includes more than 100 acres of natural land with myriad picnic sites for a birthday celebration. There is also a 6,000 square foot swimming pool, complete with slides and kiddie-pools. Wild Water Kingdom combines all the excitement of a water park with the natural beauty of Toronto.

Wild Water Kingdom
7855 Finch Avenue
Brampton, ON L6T 0B2, Canada
Tel: (905) 794-0565
wildwaterkingdom.com

Toronto Kayak & Canoe Adventures

Take a kayak or canoe trip for your birthday. The Toronto Kayak & Canoe Adventures company offers a diverse set of boating excursions on Lake Ontario as well as the Humber River and other more secluded waterways. Rent canoes or kayaks at special group rates for a special water-themed birthday outing.

Toronto Kayak & Canoe Adventures
Lakeshore & Parkside Drive
Toronto, ON M5V 3P6, Canada
Tel: +1 (416) 536-2067
paddlethehumber.com

Royal Botanical Gardens

If you are looking for an elegant outdoor setting to celebrate a birthday, take a look at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Toronto. Originally founded back in 1930, this is the largest botanical garden in all of Canada. There are over 300 acres of carefully designed gardens with diverse flora as well as a 2,400 acre park area connecting the gardens to the western edge of Lake Ontario. There are 30 miles of nature trails for visitors to enjoy. Keep an eye out for over 8,000 different kinds of plants, including the largest collection of lilacs on the planet. Enjoy the atmosphere in the gardens or take a hike into the wilderness closer to Lake Ontario. Special events such as birthday parties can be coordinated with the management of the Royal Botanical Gardens; contact them for more information.

Royal Botanical Gardens
680 Plains Rd
W, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4, Canada
Tel: (905) 527-1158
rbg.ca

Article Written By David Thyberg

David Thyberg began his writing career in 2007. He is a professional writer, editor and translator. Thyberg has been published in various newspapers, websites and magazines. He enjoys writing about social issues, travel, music and sports. Thyberg holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pittsburgh Honors College with a certificate in Spanish and Latin American studies.

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