Unforgettable Memories With Local Activities at the St. Regis Toronto

Napoléon and his men would be on horses so it would be difficult for them to unwrap and unscrew a bottle and hence they would grab a saber and chop off the top of the bottle. He once proclaimed of champagne, “In victory one deserves it, and in defeat, one needs it.”

Today, champagne sabrage takes place each sunset at various St. Regis hotels around the world. The St. Regis Toronto hosts this signature ritual at 6:00 pm in Astor Lounge seven days a week, located lobby-level, to bid farewell to the working day and welcome the evening. Guests can enjoy a distinct moment of anticipation before the bottle is opened with a dramatic pop, accompanied by the festive cheer.

Our version of the classic Bloody Mary, named the 'Rouge 140', is available at LOUIX LOUIS grand bar and restaurant, located on the 31st floor of The St. Regis Toronto. The Rouge 140 pays tribute to Toronto, the “most multicultural” city in the world. There are people from more than 200 cultures, and more than 140 languages spoken around Toronto.

Each culture has its own flavours in the culinary world but they are all bound together through the tomato, which is indubitably one of the most important vegetables in Ontario. A multitude of flavours from these various cultures are represented in our version of the Bloody Mary as we look to honour the people who live here.

Indulge in our timeless Afternoon Tea ceremony, a Signature Ritual of the St. Regis brand, offered daily from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Astor Lounge, located lobby level.

The tradition of afternoon tea is said to have been introduced in the mid-1800s by the Duchess of Bedford of Great Britain, who enjoyed gathering friends over a cup of tea and a slice of bread and butter to stave off hunger between lunch and dinner. These occasions became a favourite pastime of many luminaries, including ‘The’ Mrs. Caroline Astor - the mother of the founder of The St. Regis and grand dame of New York high society during the Gilded Age – who transformed the occasion into an exclusive private social gathering for the city’s elite. Today, Time for Tea remains a quintessential St. Regis tradition and we are proud to work with Toronto-based Sloane Fine Tea Merchants who has curated an impeccable selection of fine teas including a bespoke blend made for The St. Regis Toronto, named Midnight Blossom.

Inspired by Mrs. Astor, Midnight Blossom pays tribute to her iconic galas where only a handful of her 400 notable guests would be invited to join her afterwards for a highly coveted dinner at midnight, known as the Midnight Supper. Made exclusively for The St. Regis Toronto, Midnight Blossom captures at once the actual flowers used around her residence, the exotic woods of the ballroom, the potted palms and apple blossoms that lined the hallways, and the light crisp essence of champagne wafting through the crowds.

Scotiabank Arena is a multi-purpose arena (formerly Air Canada Centre) and recognized as Canada's premier sports and entertainment venue.

September 10 to 20, 2020. The Toronto International Film Festival is the world’s largest public film festival, screening more than 300 films from around the world in venues across the city. Visit our home at TIFF Bell Lightbox to get into the Festival spirit year-round.

This downtown stadium is the home of major live concerts and events throughout the year.

In the centre of historic Old Town Toronto, close to the hub of today’s downtown sits the St. Lawrence Market Complex – three buildings that have served as Toronto’s social centre, City Hall and marketplace throughout the City’s history. Explore the south market building with its restaurants, artisans and specialty food vendors offering visitors the unique and lively atmosphere of an authentic farmers market; the Market Galley with changing exhibits dedicated to Toronto’s art, culture and history; and the Market Kitchen with cooking classes for all ages and abilities. In the north market building you’ll find the farmers’ market where farmers arrive every Saturday at dawn to sell their meat, cheese and produce, just as they have been for more than 200 years. 

Fully accessible and conveniently located in downtown Toronto, one of Canada’s greatest cities to visit, the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is one of the most important art museums in North America. The AGO Collection features more than 100,000 great works of art, from cutting-edge contemporary to classic European masterpieces. View iconic paintings by the well-known Group of Seven as well as amazing art by established and emerging Indigenous, Inuit and Métis artists, sculptures, photographs, prints & drawings and so much more are on display in a beautiful building that itself is a work of art, with design details created by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry.

The world’s one and only! Experience the game that defines Canada and a sport that has been adopted by over seventy countries. Spread across 65,000 square feet, the Hall of Fame offers something for everyone: the finest collection of hockey artifacts at all levels of play from around the world; simulation games that challenge shooting, goalkeeping and broadcasting skills; themed exhibits dedicated to the game’s greatest players, teams and achievements; theatres; a replica dressing room; an unrivalled selection of hockey-related merchandise and memorabilia within our gift store.

Immerse yourself in a world of 20,000 aquatic animals and discover your own underwater adventure in the heart of downtown Toronto. Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada features North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel with more than 5.7 million litres of water and over 100 interactive opportunities. Get up close and personal with several touch exhibits and soak in a live dive show daily. This awe-inspiring attraction consists of nine carefully curated galleries showcasing a cross section of saltwater and freshwater environments from around the world; starting with species from Toronto’s backyard, the Great Lakes basin.