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Explore The Wonders Of The Royal Ontario Museum

The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is the place to enjoy a wide selection of exhibits and learn more about world history, geography and culture. It’s a great day out for adults and children alike, a perfect family excursion. There are several permanent exhibits featured at the ROM, supplemented by special exhibitions from time to time.Explore our extensive list of things to do in Toronto.

With six million objects in its collection, the ROM always has something new waiting to be discovered. The main themed galleries cover world cultures and natural history; a hands-on gallery is ideal for visitors who want to get more involved with history, rather than just admiring items through a glass case. The extensive Chinese exhibit includes the Ming-Dynasty tomb of General Zu Dahou.

Other remarkable treasures at the ROM include, but are not limited to, Canadian native totem poles, iconic paintings from Canada and around the world, gemstones and other geological wonders, and a Barosaurus dinosaur skeleton. The well-preserved 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite will thrill space fans!

When it’s time to break for lunch, check out the Food Studio family restaurant; it sources organic ingredients to provide healthy meal options that even the toughest food critic will enjoy. Admission to the Lunch Room is free for those who bring their lunch; vending machines are also available in the Lunch Room. If you are seeking a more upscale meal, dine at the award-winning C5 restaurant overlooking Liza’s Garden, a rooftop garden and meeting place.

Souvenirs, from trinkets to exquisite artifact replicas, can be purchased at the Royal Ontario Museum Store and its younger-folks adjunct, the ROM Kids Store.