Aurora War Memorial Park (aka Aurora Peace Park) 🌳✨

Key Features: ✔️ Located right beside Yonge Street (east side) with towering trees and expansive green space 1️⃣ Parking Situation: 🚗 No dedicated parking lot, but plenty of street parking available in nearby commercial areas 📍 Closest parking: Plaza with Halibut House Fish & Chips (east side of Yonge) 📍 Across Yonge: Healthy Planet plaza (west side) 2️⃣ Park Vibe: 🌿 More than just a park - it's a sprawling green oasis with majestic century-old trees 🌳 Perfect spot for picnics, reading, or simply enjoying nature's shade 3️⃣ The Memorial: 🪦 22-meter tall war memorial surrounded by meticulously maintained hedges 💦 Saw city gardeners carefully watering the plants during my visit - true dedication! 4️⃣ Unique Attraction: 🪖 3-meter tall Centurion tank on display - a surprising historical touch Did You Know? Aurora boasts 64 parks in total! How many have you visited? This is our 2025 summer park exploration series - reminding you to appreciate the beautiful spaces right in your neighborhood. Pro Tips for Visitors: • Best visited in early morning or golden hour for stunning light through the trees • Great spot for photography with the memorial and tank • Perfect for quiet contemplation or short nature breaks #CanadianLife #TorontoLiving #ForestPark #ParkStrolls #NatureTherapy #ParkLove #UrbanOasis #AuroraOntario #CommunityParks #HistoricSites