Many Toronto bridges are steeped in urban legend, while newer ones become tourist destinations in their own right. Here are five iconic Toronto bridges to cross off your list. By Doug O’Neill.
Prince Edward ViaductThe 494-metre truss arch bridge, commonly referred to as the Bloor Viaduct, opened to the public October 18, 1918, connecting Bloor East to Danforth Avenue. The Viaduct, which towers 40 metres above the Don Valley, has figured in the opening of Michael Ondaatje’s novel “In the Skin of a Lion,” and turns up in song lyrics by Bruce Cockburn and the Barenaked Ladies.
ZOOM IN – or rather – up from the bike path below the bridge or, alternatively, from your car on Rosedale Valley Road or your kayak in the Don River. Queen Street ViaductThe century-old Queen Street East bridge, which crosses over the Don River just east of downtown, is known for the philosophical slogan that arches over the street: “This river I step in is not the river I stand in.” The quote (meaning “change in life is constant”) was part of a 1996 art installation by artist Eldon Garnet. ZOOM IN on the bridge from River Street heading east for the best view of the bridge’s artwork. Puente de Luz (a.k.a. The Yellow Bridge)The stunning, 125-metre bright-yellow pedestrian bridge, designed by Chilean artist Francisco Gazitua, connects the Concord City Place neighbourhood and Front Street West, between Spadina and Bathurst. Built in 2011, Puente de Luz – “the bridge of light” – is popularly known as “the yellow bridge.” It’s cyclist-friendly, too. ZOOM IN from the Front Street side looking south toward Concord City Place – just as the GO train passes by to capture the bold yellow-green contrast.
CF Toronto Eaton Centre BridgeThe stunning twisted glass tube that opened in 2017, stretches above Queen Street, connecting the Hudson’s Bay/Saks Fifth Avenue building to the Eaton Centre. The space-age walkway comprises 200 etched bronze panels and 355 “slumped” glass panels which give the bridge a rectangular look on one end and gently rounded on the other.
ZOOM IN from the Eaton Centre side looking south to capture the dramatic lighting and modern design against the backdrop of the historic Hudson’s Bay building. Humber Bay Arch BridgeThe 139-metre-long Humber Bay Arch Bridge is located at the mouth of the Humber River at Lake Ontario. The pedestrian bridge is along the multi-use Martin Goodman Trail. The Thunderbird design on top of the bridge honours the influence of the Ojibways who traded at this site for 200 years. ZOOM IN from a vantage spot on the west side of the Humber River, slightly north of the bridge. Sunrise and sunset are especially picturesque times here. This post "Bridges of Toronto" was originally seen on Toronto
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How to save money on some of Toronto's best attractions
Toronto's many attractions offer countless hours of enjoyment and family fun for tourists and residents alike, but trying to do it all can sure put a dent in your entertainment budget. Luckily there are many ways to save money on the city's best things to see and do, which is a big bonus when you have a long list of area attractions that you want to visit.
Before your next outing, check out these sources of Toronto attraction coupons to see if there are ways you can save. Printable Toronto Attraction Coupons from Attractions Ontario Attractions Ontario is a non-profit association that's been around for over 25 years, supporting and promoting the province's attraction sector. On the website, they offer numerous printable coupons for attractions in Toronto and across Ontario. Deals include $12 off regular admission to Canada's Wonderland, 20% off general admission to the Ontario Science Center, $3 off regular admission to the Royal Ontario Museum, and 2 for 1 admission to the Bata Shoe Museum, among many other good deals for Toronto and surrounding areas.* Many of the coupons available do have an expiry date and what is on offer at any one time can change, so check back frequently to see what discounts are available to you and your family at any one time. Visit Attractions Ontario and click the "coupons" link in the menu bar to get your coupons. Check out the Ontario Fun Pass The Ontario Fun Pass is a book of coupons geared towards helping parents save money on various Ontario attractions, several of which are in Toronto. The pass allows one elementary school child to get in free with a paying adult or senior at 18 different attractions across the Ontario from June through October. Some of these include The Royal Ontario Museum, Art Gallery of Ontario and the Science Centre. Pick Up Minicards At Toronto Hotels and Shopping Destinations Minicards are small, wallet-sized cards that offer savings and information on a variety of attractions in Toronto and in numerous other North American cities. These handy Toronto attraction coupons offer deals such as 20% off up to six regular tickets to The Second City anytime except for Saturday night, 10% off admission to the Ontario Science Centre, and 20% off at Sky Zone Trampoline Park. * Read before you grab though, as some cards are simply advertisements and others are offering discounts at the gift shop, not on admission (not that there's anything wrong with that). Read the back of the cards for conditions and for a map and contact info for each attraction. Look for the spinning or wall-hanging displays of Minicards inside dozens of Toronto hotels and other spots such as the Queens Quay Terminal. You can also visit www.minicardscanada.com to search for all locations in Ontario that are currently displaying these little money-savers. Cash in Air Miles for Toronto Attraction Coupons Air Miles collectors can cash in some of their reward miles for free admission to Toronto attractions such as the Toronto Zoo, the CN Tower, the Canadian National Exhibition and more. Check out the rewards on offer to see if any seem worth using up some of your hard-earned Air Miles for. More Ways to Save on Toronto Attractions If you're looking for a flurry of attraction-visiting action, consider the CityPass that lets you visit up to six attractions in nine days including CN Tower, Casa Loma, Royal Ontario Museum, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada and the Toronto Zoo or Ontario Science Centre. Toronto residents should also look into the Sun Life Financial Museum and Arts Passes which offer free admission to many destinations and are available to anyone with a Toronto Public Library card. The pass is a great perk of having a library card and a convenient way to save money on some of the city's best attractions, especially if you have a family. This post "Toronto Area Tourist Attraction Coupons" was seen originally on tripsavvy by Marilyn Campbell
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