6 Tropical Summer Spots In Toronto Where You'll Feel Like You're On A Mini Hawaiian Vacay

No plane ticket needed.

Sugar Beach. Right: Scarborough Bluffs.

Sugar Beach. Right: Scarborough Bluffs.

Lead Writer, Travel
Summer is in full swing and if you're looking for some beautiful spots in Toronto to soak up some sun, you're in luck. The city has so many destinations that will whisk you away to the tropics without a plane ticket.

From beachside patios to white sandy shores, here are six places in Toronto that feel like a mini Hawaiian vacay.

Cabana Pool Bar

Price: $25 + entrance

When: Saturdays and Sundays

Address: 11 Polson St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Located on the Toronto waterfront, this "day-to-night party spot" will have you feeling like you're at a tropical resort. You can lounge in private cabanas, enjoy events, sip boozy drinks and take a dip in the pool.

Cabana Pool Bar website

Allan Gardens

Price: Free

Address: 160 Gerrard St. E., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can take a little trip to the tropics at this indoor botanical garden. The conservatory has five greenhouses filled with lush plants to explore.

Allan Gardens website

Toronto Beach Club

Price: 💸💸💸

Address: 1681 Lake Shore Blvd. E., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can fill up on beach vibes and delicious food at this beachfront Toronto restaurant. The venue has coastal decor and looks out over Woodbine Beach so you can enjoy a meal with sandy views.

Toronto Beach Club website

Bluffer's Park and Beach

Price: Free

Address: 1 Brimley Rd. S., Scarborough, ON

Why You Need To Go: It may not be Hawaii, but Bluffer's Park and Beach does have its share of tropical vibes. Towering white cliffs serve as a backdrop for the sandy shores and shining waters where you can take a dip.

Bluffer's Park and Beach website

Miss Thing's

Price: 💸💸

Address: 1279 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: This Hawaiian restaurant and tropical bar has all the vacay feels. You can sip boozy drinks from pineapples and enjoy Hawaiian-inspired dishes.

Miss Thing's website

Sugar Beach

Price: Free

Address: : 11 Dockside Dr., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: If you're looking for a dreamy summer spot to relax, you'll want to head to Sugar Beach. The area features soft white sand and pink umbrellas that belong in Hawaii.

Sugar Beach website

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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