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Golden Horseshoe Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

region of Ontario centered on Toronto and extending around western Lake Ontario

About Golden Horseshoe

The Golden Horseshoe is the most densely populated area of Ontario and economic powerhouse of Canada. In the earliest days of Ontario, the area was dotted with small towns and villages that served the vast farmland throughout Southern Ontario. In the second half of the 20th century, rapid population and economic growth around Toronto and affordable car transport led industry and residents to move further into the country; towns and farmland were developed into residential suburbs, shopping centres, and business parks, all connected by a new network of roads and highways. Except for the oldest suburbs, the majority of suburban neighbourhoods were developed for the car, and can thus be a considerable distance from the employment or entertainment centres. Often, the 'main street' of the pre-e

Top Attractions in Golden Horseshoe

Explore the best things to see and do in Golden Horseshoe:

  • Canada's Wonderland
  • Fallsview Casino
  • Hornblower Niagara Cruises
  • Journey Behind the Falls
  • Whirlpool Jet Boats
  • White Water Walk

Golden Horseshoe Travel Guide Sections

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