This is a beautiful park in the center of downtown. One of my favourite views in the city is looking North on John street, where you can see The Grange (Toronto's oldest home), with the striking blue Gehry AGO behind it. It is simply spectacular - and has become a hotspot for tourists to snap some photos.
This park also has a lively dog park scene, particularly between 5:30-7pm. It's not fully fenced, but there are many barriers to the roads on either side, with trees for shade as well as a wide open space for playing fetch.
Seems the splash pad isn't open this year...probably another cut thanks to Mr. Ford.
This park does have its fair share of homeless and drug users, but for the most part its a lovely place to be when the sun is shining.