Riverdale Park and Farm

This 18-hectare park near Toronto's Danforth area is a delightful slice of the outdoors with a stunning view of Toronto's looming skyline. Considered a fantastic place to grab a picnic, watch the sunset and declare your undying love, it also works as well for the sports enthusiast to bring their game outside. With a running track, tennis courts, an ice rink and a ball diamond, there is no season that is safe from a little friendly competition. Immediately west to the park is the free Riverdale Farm gives visitors a glimpse of life on a 19th century Ontario farm. There are rare breed farm animals and very scenic environs that can be explored in between watching activities such as milk churned into butter and wool spun into yarn. From May to October, check out the farmer's market just outside of the main entrance.