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Harbourfront Centre vs Fort York National Historic Site
Both Harbourfront Centre and Fort York National Historic Site are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Harbourfront Centre ranks slightly better than Fort York National Historic Site. Harbourfront Centre comes in at 83 with approval from 6 publications like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Concierge.
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235 Queens Quay West, at Lower Simcoe St., Toronto, Ontario M5J 2G8, Canada
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Fodor's
"Stretching from just west of York Street to Spadina Avenue, this culture-and-recreation center is a match for San Francisco's Pier 39 and Baltimore's Inner Harbor."
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Concierge
"Once the site of railroad yards, docks, and warehouses, this waterfront area was reclaimed by the government in the '70s and turned into the Harbourfront Centre."
Frommer's
"This cultural center encompasses a 38-hectare (94-acre) strip of waterfront land, once-abandoned warehouses, charming piers, and an old smokestack."
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Time Out
"An annual event from January through May, New World Stage hosts a choice selection of theatre and dance companies from around the world."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"A focal point of the city's cultural life, especially in summer, Harbourfront is also the scene of year-round recreational, educational and commercial activities."
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Ice-skating is a popular winter pastime.
Fort York National Historic Site
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100 Garrison Rd., At Bathurst St., Toronto, Ontario M5V 3K9, Canada
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Fodor's
"The most historic site in Toronto is a must for anyone interested in the city's origins."
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Frommer's
"For those interested in history -- especially military history -- this is a treat."
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Time Out
"The museum offers guided tours and historical re-enactments, and performances of period music and dance."
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1 Star
"Fort York was the primary guardian of Toronto's harbour."
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Events on Canada Day plus Simcoe Day (Aug 1) represent special opportunities for kids.
Time Out
"A chic and award-winning new Visitor Centre and exhibition space, tucked away under an expressway, gives street cred to this venerable historic site."
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