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RICHMOND HILL: FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY |
History, art, and walking aren’t for everyone---young ones. But
Richmond Hill has its share of more lighthearted fare as well.
Begin in the country, on the northern outskirts of Richmond Hill….
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Bloomington Downs |
Not just another golf course, but an entertainment complex in its own
right. Adults can tee it up on the well-groomed 18-hole course or
practice their skills on the floodlit driving range, while children
enjoy the batting cages and miniature golf. There’s also a licensed
snack bar with an outdoor patio on the premises to aid those famished
by a day of fun.
Location: 855 Bloomington Road East (at Bayview Avenue)
Season: May to end of October
Rates: Varies by activity
Phone: 905-773-1936
….now get wet and wild in the heart of Richmond Hill…
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The Wave Pool at Hopkins Aquatic Centre |
One of Richmond Hill’s most popular attractions for kids is York
Region's first and only indoor wave pool. Enjoy a day of fun, frolic,
and play on the beach….even at the height of winter! Features include
4-foot waves, a 160-foot waterslide, and a warm water-swirl pool to
relax in.
Location: 5 Hopkins Street
Rates: Call for details
Phone: 905-508-WAVE (9283)
….for those who like their golf on the lighter side….
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Putting Edge |
There are plenty of miniature golf courses around, but Putting Edge
offers a unique and thrilling mini-putt experience: glow-in-the-dark
miniature golf. Immersed in a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors and
themes, the task of putting a ball in a hole suddenly becomes more
challenging, and far more entertaining.
Location: Yonge and 16th Avenue
Hours: Monday to Thursday 4pm to 9pm, Friday 3pm to 12am, Saturday 10am to 12am, Sunday 11am to 7pm
Rates: $8.50 Adults (Monday to Friday matinee $7), $7.50 Youth, $5 Child under 6, $5 Seniors.
Phone: 905-508-8222
Web: www.puttingedge.com
…and finally set your sights towards the David Dunlap Observatory…
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David Dunlap Observatory |
Affiliated with the University of Toronto, the David Dunlap is an
operating centre for research into astronomy and astrophysics--it was
here, in 1972, that the first black hole was discovered. On weekend
evenings, tours of the facilities are offered, the highlight of which
is the telescope itself, Canada’s largest, measuring 18 metres in
length and weighing 23 tons. Even for those with no great interest in
astronomy, the tour is a fascinating experience. Some will find the
beautifully landscaped grounds just as memorable as viewing the stars.
Location: 123 Hillsview Dr.
Season: Non-holiday weekend evenings, April to October
Rates: $6 Adults, $4 Seniors and Children
Phone: 416-978-2016
Email: info@astro.utoronto.ca
Web: www.astro.utoronto.ca/DDO
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