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6 Things To Do Outside This Weekend To Make The Most Of Toronto's Record-Breaking Heat

You don't need your winter coat this weekend!
Contributing Writer

Grab your sun hat, because summer-like weather is heading into the city this weekend. 

It's not every year that sunshine hangs around until November, so it's best to get outside and enjoy some Toronto things to do. 

The 6ix will see temperatures reaching as high as 19 C on Saturday, making it the hottest November weather in history. 

This rare stretch of warmth could be your last chance to walk outside in a T-shirt this year, so why not enjoy it while having some ice cream?

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Take The Toronto Island Ferry 

Price: $8.19

Address: 9 Queens Quay W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can take one last voyage to the Toronto Islands to enjoy the beach. 

Wander The Toronto Botanical Gardens 

Price: Free

Address: 777 Lawrence Ave. E., Toronto, ON 

Why You Need To Go: Walkthrough serene greenery and pretend that summer never ended.

Lounge At Sugar Beach Park

Price: Free

Address: 11 Dockside Dr., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Lay down a towel and enjoy the sun on this idyllic Toronto beach.

Have A Drink At The Rooftop 

Price: Prices vary

Address: The Broadview Hotel, 106 Broadview Ave., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Enjoy a cool summer-like breeze on one of Toronto's best patios.

Have A Picnic At High Park

Price: Free

Address: 1873 Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Enjoy one last picnic at this gorgeous Toronto spot. 

Enjoy Some Bang Bang Ice Cream

Price: Prices vary

Address: 93A Ossington Ave., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Stuff your face at Toronto's most delicious ice cream spot while the weather is warm. This spot is currently open for takeout. 

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

  • Contributing Writer

    Patrick John Gilson (he/him) is a Contributing Writer with Narcity Media. He is a pro at ensuring his content is both exciting and tailored to millennials. He specializes in breaking news and investigative stories that require him to be on scene— something he enjoys and thrives in.

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