10-Day itinerary for Toronto and Niagara Falls

  • Day 1: CN Tower
    Located in Downtown Toronto (0 miles)

    The CN Tower is the most popular tourist attraction in Toronto, with breathtaking city views from the top. You can also enjoy a restaurant and cafe at the base of the tower.

  • Day 2: Royal Ontario Museum
    20 minutes (4 miles) from CN Tower

    The Royal Ontario Museum is one of the largest museums in North America, with a vast collection of artifacts and exhibits ranging from natural history to art and culture.

  • Day 3: Niagara Falls
    1 hour and 30 minutes (80 miles) from Royal Ontario Museum

    Niagara Falls is an iconic natural landmark with breathtaking views of waterfalls that are both stunning and impressive. You can take a boat tour, zip line or enjoy some wine tasting in the nearby vineyards.

  • Day 4: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
    2 hours (85 miles) from Niagara Falls

    Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is a top attraction in Toronto, which features over 16,000 aquatic animals, including sharks, sea turtles, and rays. You can also experience the Dangerous Lagoon, which is a tunnel with water surrounding you and sharks swimming over your head.

  • Day 5: Casa Loma
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

    Casa Loma is a Gothic Revival castle that served as a residence for Sir Henry Pellatt in the early 20th century. You can explore the castle's luxury suites, secret passages, and gardens.

  • Day 6: St. Lawrence Market
    15 minutes (3 miles) from Casa Loma

    St. Lawrence Market is a historic market that has been in operation for over 200 years, with more than 100 vendors selling fresh food, artisanal goods, and antiques.

  • Day 7: Art Gallery of Ontario
    10 minutes (2 miles) from St. Lawrence Market

    The Art Gallery of Ontario is a public gallery with over 95,000 works of art, ranging from Canadian to international art, contemporary to historic art, and photography to sculptures.

  • Day 8: Centre Island
    20 minutes ferry ride from Toronto Harbourfront (3 miles) from Art Gallery of Ontario

    Centre Island is a small island located in Lake Ontario which features an amusement park, beach areas, bike paths and plenty of green spaces. Families can enjoy a picnic and ride the ferry around the island.

  • Day 9: Distillery District
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Centre Island

    The Distillery District is a pedestrian-only area with cobblestone streets and preserved Victorian-era buildings that now house various shops, restaurants, and distilleries.

  • Day 10: High Park
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Distillery District

    High Park is the largest park in Toronto, with plenty of nature trails, picnic areas, gardens and a zoo. Visitors can also enjoy a gorgeous view of Lake Ontario from the hilltop.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • CN Tower (2-3 hours, $40)
  • Royal Ontario Museum (3-4 hours, $20)
  • Niagara Falls (5-6 hours, $150)
  • Ripley's Aquarium of Canada (2-3 hours, $40)
  • Casa Loma (2-3 hours, $30)
  • St. Lawrence Market (1-2 hours, $0)
  • Art Gallery of Ontario (2-3 hours, $20)
  • Centre Island (4-5 hours, $10 ferry ride)
  • Distillery District (2-3 hours, $0)
  • High Park (3-4 hours, $0)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $310

Transportation

Travelers visiting Toronto have several options for transportation, including public transportation, taxis, Uber/Lyft or rental cars. Public transportation is convenient and inexpensive, with the Canadian Dollar at a one-to-one exchange rate with the US Dollar. You can also take a taxi or order an Uber/Lyft which are typically less expensive than renting a car. Travel time between destinations can vary based on traffic, so be sure to plan accordingly.

Useful Tips

If you have more time in Toronto, you may want to consider adding a visit to the Hockey Hall of Fame or exploring the Kensington Market. If you have less time, you may want to skip the Art Gallery of Ontario or the Casa Loma. Plan your itinerary ahead of time and make sure to check closing times for each location.

Airports

Toronto has two major airports: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Toronto Pearson is located about 17 miles from downtown, and flights from major airlines from around the world fly into the airport. Billy Bishop Airport is located on an island in Toronto, about 3 miles from downtown, and includes regional flights to nearby cities.

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