Discovering The Tranquil And Serene Atmosphere Of Toronto Islands

View Of Royal Canadian Yacht Club

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Toronto Islands are in the close vicinity of the bustling city Toronto that offer the visitors the most tranquil and serene atmosphere. The tourists are sure to forget about the stress and strain of their daily lives when they visit this amazingly beautiful place on earth. The place offers the idyllic rural setting to the visitors, and is over 3 miles long and extends to Hanlan’s Point starting from Ward’s Island. Moreover, it is very easy to reach the island as one just needs to hire a ferry from Younge Street for as low as $5 for adults, while the rates are further slashed to $2 for senior citizens. Some of the favourite destinations of Toronto Islands are included here.

Hanlan’s Point

Hanlan’s Point has always been the famous destination for the tourists to visit. Most of the tourists like to stay here for a night and experience the soothing and comforting environment of the place. A restaurant near the ferry terminal offers delicious food to the customers, and there is a bar as well where people go to taste the best beers. People could be seen hanging around in the restaurant while waiting to go back to the downtown in a ferry.

Inner Harbour

Then, there is the Inner Harbour in the Toronto Islands that mesmerizes people with its charm and beauty. It is extremely busy place and people operating the boat here are required to have Toronto Harbour License. There are a number of commercial vessels as well, so, one needs to be extra careful while navigating in this area.

Toronto Island Marina

Toronto Island Marina is an extremely beautiful and quaint place, but, unfortunately a large number of tourists just fail to visit the place nowadays. The main reason is the new developments that have come up in the area including the new waterfront. However, the peaceful and restful place has a lot to offer to the visitors, especially the children, who simply like the setting of the place in the form of a park, along with a modern and well-equipped snack bar. Moreover, the bar that overlooks the skyline of the city is a treat to visit as well.

Toronto Island Yacht Club

Facing Hanlins Wall is Toronto Island Yacht Club, a private club, with dining room and all the modern facilities to cater to the requirements of the members of the club. It is towards the western side of Muggs Island, and offers panoramic views of the city.

Royal Canadian Yacht Club

Royal Canadian Yacht Club is well established and well-maintained yacht club with all the modern amenities including dining room that has a snack bar. Then, there is a licensed lounge as well. The members of the club are privileged to take advantage of other facilities including the repair facilities. They all follow a dress code while participating in the activities of the clubhouse.

Queen City Yacht Club

One could find the Queen City Yacht Club on the Algonquin Island. The club extends transient mooring facility to other members of associated yacht clubs.

Beach At Hanlan’s Point

Apart from these places, there is a beach as well towards Island’s end in the vicinity of Hanlan’s Point. People could enjoy here as well.