Places / North & Central America / Canada
Toronto
Visited in December 2014
At a glance
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Ontario
- Population
- 2.8 million
- Best time to go
- May to October
- Main airport
- Toronto Pearson (YYZ)
- Coordinates
- 43.72°N, 79.34°W
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Overview
Canada's biggest city is one of the most multicultural places in the world, with neighbourhoods such as Chinatown, Little Portugal and Greektown packed into a lively downtown on the shore of Lake Ontario.
It's also the easiest base for a trip to Niagara Falls, around 90 minutes away.
Things to see
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Photo: Wladyslaw Sojka, CC BY-SA 3.0 CN Tower
Ride up for views across the city and lake, or try the EdgeWalk on the outside.
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Photo: Maksim Sokolov (Maxergon), CC BY-SA 4.0 Royal Ontario Museum
Natural history and world cultures in a building with a striking crystal extension.
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Photo: Geo Swan and Marku1988, CC BY-SA 3.0 Distillery District
Cobbled Victorian streets with galleries, cafés and a winter Christmas market.
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Photo: Canmenwalker, CC BY 4.0 St Lawrence Market
A historic food market. Try the famous peameal bacon sandwich.
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Photo: Priscilla Jordão from São Paulo, Brasil, CC BY-SA 2.0 Casa Loma
A grand early-20th-century castle with gardens and city views.
Tickets and tours
Things to do
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Photo: Saffron Blaze, CC BY-SA 3.0 Day trip to Niagara Falls
Boat right up to the falls and visit wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
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Photo: JK Liu, CC BY-SA 4.0 Toronto Islands
A short ferry ride for beaches, bike paths and the best skyline views.
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Photo: Arild Vågen, CC BY-SA 4.0 Kensington Market
A bohemian neighbourhood of vintage shops and street food.
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Photo: JFVoll, CC BY-SA 4.0 Watch a game
The Maple Leafs (ice hockey), Raptors (basketball) or Blue Jays (baseball).
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Where to stay
Downtown
Near the CN Tower, theatres and the waterfront.
Hotels in DowntownYorkville
Upmarket area with boutiques, galleries and luxury hotels.
Hotels in YorkvilleQueen West
Trendy area with design hotels, bars and independent shops.
Hotels in Queen West
Getting around
The TTC subway, streetcars and buses cover the city; pay with a Presto card or a contactless bank card. Downtown is walkable, and the underground PATH network links buildings in winter.
The UP Express train runs from Pearson airport to Union Station in about 25 minutes.
When to go
May to October is warm, with lively summer festivals and great autumn colours in October. Winters are cold and snowy but good for skating and indoor sights.
Plan your trip to Toronto
- HotelsBooking.com
- Tours and ticketsGetYourGuide
- FlightsKiwi.com
- Attraction ticketsTiqets
- Airport parking, lounges and transfersHoliday Extras
- Car hireAuto Europe
- Mobile data (eSIM)AiraloCode DAN9406 for money off
- GuidebooksAmazon
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Guide last checked October 2026. Opening times and prices change, so check before you go.