The Best Places to Watch the Solar Eclipse in and Around the GTA

🌕Solar eclipses have become a huge travel trend, with people traveling around the world to observe them.

🔭AST tourism, which involves traveling to different places to observe stars, planets, and celestial events, has seen a significant rise in popularity.

🏞️Niagara Falls and Hamilton are hotspots for eclipse viewing, but be prepared for road closures and heavy traffic.

😎It's crucial to have solar eclipse glasses to protect your eyes while viewing the eclipse.

📍Kingston is an underrated spot to watch the eclipse, offering walking tours and a unique cold plunge challenge at Stoke Sauna.

What is AST tourism?

—AST tourism refers to traveling to different locations around the world to observe stars, planets, meteor showers, or eclipses.

Do I need to book a hotel to watch the eclipse?

—If you haven't already booked a hotel, it's advisable to plan for a long road trip. Many hotels in popular eclipse viewing areas may be sold out or charging high prices.

Where can I watch the eclipse in Toronto?

—Although Toronto will experience a near total eclipse, it's recommended to have solar eclipse glasses and find a suitable viewing spot downtown. Check the tourism websites for more information.

What should I pack for a solar eclipse viewing trip?

—Besides solar eclipse glasses, it's essential to bring snacks, be patient with traffic and road closures, and plan for a potentially busy and crowded experience.

What is the cold plunge challenge at Stoke Sauna?

—The cold plunge challenge at Stoke Sauna in Kingston allows you to win free eclipse sunglasses if you can withstand staying in a cold plunge for the full duration of the eclipse.

00:00The video introduces the upcoming solar eclipse happening on April 8th and highlights the best spots in and around the GTA to view it.

02:30The popularity of solar eclipses and AST tourism has increased, with people traveling worldwide to observe celestial events.

03:30Niagara Falls and Hamilton are recommended hotspots for eclipse viewing, but road closures and heavy traffic are expected.

04:45Toronto offers great viewing options, but it's important to have solar eclipse glasses to protect your eyes.

06:30Kingston is an underrated spot for eclipse viewing, offering unique experiences like walking tours and the cold plunge challenge at Stoke Sauna.