The Hockey Hall of Fame was one of the main attractions that inspired my trip to Toronto. I LOVE Hockey! I occasionally brag to everyone about how I have met Ryan Kesler and Corey Perry!! That's right, I am a proud DUCKS FAN!! Woo Hoo!! Let's go DUCKS!! Back in the states, the love for hockey is not as intense as the love for Hockey in Canada. I really admire how a majority of the people in Toronto were walking around in Toronto Maple Leafs jerseys and fan gear. Clearly, Hockey is an essential foundation in Canadian culture and the Hockey Hall of Fame is a MUST VISIT spot if you find yourself in Toronto.
ADMISSION RATES:
- Adult $19 CAD
- Youth (4-13yrs) $13 CAD
- Senior ($65 yrs+) $15 CAD
- Children (3yrs and under) FREE
I am still so excited about the Hockey Hall of Fame, I don't know how to gather my thoughts. This place was amazinggggg!! There were so many turns, be sure you explore every corner of this place. There was representation of Hockey from all of the countries around the world as well as highlights from every team in the National Hockey League. There were jerseys from the past to the present. There was a replica of the Canadian team's locker room. There was digital screens you can navigate to see hockey highlights from your favorite team. There was a Tim Hortons Theatre featuring footage of the Stanley cup wins. You can even try to do a slapshot! ;)
My FAVORITE FAVORITE FAVORITE room was DEFINITELYYYYYY the Great Hall with all of those honored in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Shout out to TEEMU SELANNE and Paul Kariya who will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame this year in November 2017 for their glorious Hockey contributions throughout the year. This same room also features the many trophies honoring extraordinary teams and individual players throughout the year, including THE STANLEY CUP!! It was like a dream come true when I was able to see AND take a picture with the Stanley Cup... AHHHHHHHHHHHH!! I was giggling like a little fan girl... May the luck of the Stanley Cup come home with me and bless my Anaheim Ducks with a WIN this year!!
I had so much fun exploring the Hockey Hall of Fame. My heart was definitely in the clouds like a dreamy adolescent. The exit takes you into their alluring gift shop: The Spirit of Hockey. I would have bought so much stuff but I had to consider the fact that I would have to fit it into my bags flying back home. My experience here was beyond priceless and I would love to come back here again if destiny brings me back to Toronto in the future.