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Toronto

Canada

Best things to do in Toronto

39 curated attractions in Toronto, Canada. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

June - August

Average temp

9°C/48°F

Budget

Expensive

Safety

Very safe

About Toronto

Toronto, the largest city in Canada and a hub of cultural diversity, is shaped by its waterfront and a skyline dotted with towers. The city is known for its neighborhoods, each with distinct characteristics, such as Kensington Market's eclectic shops and the historic charm of St. Lawrence Market. The Art Gallery of Ontario showcases both Canadian and international art, while the Toronto Zoo and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada attract families and nature enthusiasts alike. High Park provides a natural escape without leaving the city limits. The city attracts visitors for its food scene and numerous festivals, making it a lively destination for those seeking a mix of urban culture and entertainment.

Who it's for

Perfect for urban explorers, food lovers, and art enthusiasts. A poor choice if you seek peace and quiet, as the city is always with activity and you might find the crowds at popular attractions overwhelming.

Getting around

Public transport: Very Good

  • The downtown area is walkable, with many attractions within twenty minutes of each other on foot
  • Public transit includes an efficient subway and streetcar system that connects the city well
  • Pearson International Airport is a thirty-minute ride away by express train or taxi
  • Expect to wait a bit for buses during peak hours
Graffiti Alley

Graffiti Alley

Street art districts
Ontario Legislative Building

Ontario Legislative Building

Monuments & memorials
Ossington Avenue

Ossington Avenue

Food
Kensington Market

Kensington Market

Streets & neighbourhoods
CF Toronto Eaton Centre

CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Shopping
Allan Gardens

Allan Gardens

Botanical gardens
Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre

Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre

Theatres & opera houses
Bata Shoe Museum

Bata Shoe Museum

Specialty & quirky museums
Yonge-Dundas Square

Yonge-Dundas Square

Squares & plazas
Fort York National Historic Site

Fort York National Historic Site

Forts & citadels
Yorkville

Yorkville

Streets & neighbourhoods
The Beaches

The Beaches

Beaches
Aga Khan Museum

Aga Khan Museum

Art museums & galleries
Gallery Arcturus

Gallery Arcturus

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Lake Ontario Waterfront

Lake Ontario Waterfront

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Toronto Music Gardens

Toronto Music Gardens

Natural Wonders
Royal Ontario Museum

Royal Ontario Museum

Science & natural history museums
Art Gallery of Ontario

Art Gallery of Ontario

Art museums & galleries
Toronto Islands

Toronto Islands

Islands
High Park

High Park

City parks
Riverdale Park

Riverdale Park

Family-Friendly Attractions
Centre Island Pier

Centre Island Pier

Urban Attractions
Hockey Hall of Fame

Hockey Hall of Fame

Specialty & quirky museums
St. Lawrence Market

St. Lawrence Market

Food markets & food halls
Harbourfront Centre

Harbourfront Centre

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

Aquariums
Nathan Phillips Square

Nathan Phillips Square

Squares & plazas
The Distillery District

The Distillery District

Streets & neighbourhoods
CN Tower

CN Tower

Observation decks & city views
Casa Loma

Casa Loma

Castles & palaces
Ontario Science Centre

Ontario Science Centre

Science & natural history museums
Toronto Zoo

Toronto Zoo

Zoos
Sugar Beach

Sugar Beach

Beaches
Canada's Wonderland

Canada's Wonderland

Theme parks
Toronto City Hall

Toronto City Hall

Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Centreville Amusement Park

Centreville Amusement Park

Family-Friendly Attractions
Dollarama

Dollarama

Shopping and Markets
Sunday Vintage Market

Sunday Vintage Market

Shopping and Markets
Museum of Contemporary Art

Museum of Contemporary Art

Cultural

Where to eat in Toronto

The places worth planning a meal around.

Queen's Harbour

Queen's Harbour

Modern Canadian · $30–$50

★ 4.7 · 8,552 reviews

La Carnita

La Carnita

Mexican · $$

★ 4.1 · 4,780 reviews

Lavelle

Lavelle

Brazilian, Japanese

★ 3.7 · 4,618 reviews

Dineen Coffee

Dineen Coffee

★ 4.2 · 3,519 reviews

Buster's Sea Cove

Buster's Sea Cove

Seafood · $$

★ 4.2 · 1,537 reviews

Forno Cultura

Forno Cultura

Italian

★ 4.5 · 1,505 reviews

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