Park / Nature

High Park

Toronto, ON

Cherry blossom viewing (spring)Woodland trails and pondsChildren’s zoo and playgroundsPicnic and sports spacesAccessible transit connections

About High Park

High Park is a beloved urban green space with mixed woodlands, ponds, recreational facilities and dedicated picnic areas. It is particularly famous in April when hundreds of cherry trees bloom, attracting locals and visitors for hanami‑style picnics and photos. The park also contains a free small zoo, playgrounds for children, sports fields and walking/biking trails. High Park offers a restful nature escape within city limits and seasonal programming that rewards repeat visits.

Things to Do

Walk or bike park trails

Walk or bike park trails

See cherry blossoms (spring)

See cherry blossoms (spring)

Visit the High Park Zoo

Visit the High Park Zoo

Picnic and birdwatch

Picnic and birdwatch

Use playgrounds and sports fields

Use playgrounds and sports fields

Walk trails and enjoy nature

Walk trails and enjoy nature

See cherry blossoms in spring

See cherry blossoms in spring

Picnic and use playgrounds

Picnic and use playgrounds

Food & Dining

Dil Se Indian Restaurant & Barindian_restaurant

Dil Se Indian Restaurant & Bar

Cosy restaurant offering traditional Punjabi dishes & vegetarian options, plus a wine bar.

Bandit Brewerypub

Bandit Brewery

Once an auto shop, this brewery offers a wide selection of beer styles along with creative food.

Bawara | Indian Restaurant & Hakka Cuisineindian_restaurant

Bawara | Indian Restaurant & Hakka Cuisine

Wingstoprestaurant

Wingstop

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

Andrea's Cookiesconfectionery

Andrea's Cookies

Musoshin Ramenramen_restaurant

Musoshin Ramen

Minimalist offshoot of a Japan-based ramen shop offering noodle soups made with vegan broth.

The Grenadier Caferestaurant

The Grenadier Cafe

Simple cafe & dining room, plus a large patio, with all-day breakfast & casual North American fare.

Cafe Polonezrestaurant

Cafe Polonez

Homestyle Polish dishes & Eastern European fare in a warm, understated space with many Polish beers.