Both tourists and locals love spending a nice, relaxing summer day on Toronto Islands . To get there, you start with a ferry ride from Bay Street, a pleasant trip that allows you to take in the magnificent view of the city.

If you are travelling with kids, go straight to Centreville, Toronto's most popular kids’ amusement park. You can also go swimming at the spacious beach that stretches along the entire main island. You can rent kayaks and hop from one island to the next via picturesque canals. Exploring the island by bike is particularly exciting as there is an extensive network of bike trails and bridges, and if you didn’t bring a bike, you can always rent one. There is even a petting zoo you can visit at Far Enough Farm if the kids get restless, or you could find a shady, secluded area and simply relax.

There is usually some kind of festival going on at the island, so be sure to check one out if you have the chance.

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