Nature Lover's 6-Day Toronto Itinerary

1. Day 1: High Park
   30 minutes (6.3 miles) from Toronto Pearson International Airport

   Start your trip immersed in nature at High Park, one of Toronto's largest parks. The park features hiking trails, a lake, a zoo, gardens and picnic areas. Make sure to check out the cherry blossom trees in the spring.

2. Day 2: Scarborough Bluffs Park
   30 minutes (11 miles) from High Park

   Experience the beauty of the Scarborough Bluffs, a geological wonder of imposing cliffs along Lake Ontario. Hike the trails and take in the panoramic views or go swimming at the beach. Visit in the fall for stunning leaf colors.

3. Day 3: Toronto Islands
   30 minutes (10.5 miles) from Scarborough Bluffs Park

   Take a ferry to the Toronto Islands and enjoy the stunning city skyline views from the peaceful natural oasis. Rent bicycles or kayaks, play mini-golf or simply relax on the beach. Visit the petting zoo for the kids or the outdoor theatre for adults.

4. Day 4: Rouge National Urban Park
   40 minutes (15 miles) from Toronto Islands

   Discover Canada's first national urban park and one of the largest ecosystems within the city. Get lost in diverse forests, wetlands and meadows with hiking, biking trails and the iconic glacial potholes. Catch glimpses of wildlife like beavers, coyotes and bald eagles.

5. Day 5: Humber Arboretum and Centennial Park Conservatory
   30 minutes (8 miles) from Rouge National Urban Park

   Wander through the 250-acre botanical garden and nature reserve that showcases plants from around the world at Humber Arboretum. Then head to the Conservatory at Centennial Park for a close-up of orchids, cacti, bromeliads and other rare species.

6. Day 6: Niagara Falls
   1 hour 30 minutes (81 miles) from Humber Arboretum and Centennial Park Conservatory

   No visit to Toronto would be complete without a trip to one of Canada's top natural attractions - Niagara Falls. Witness the powerful falls with boat tours, observation decks or helicopter rides. Stroll through nearby parks and wine tasting or view its beauty at night lit with thousands of colorful lights.

Time and Costs Estimates

• High Park (2-3 hours, free)
• Scarborough Bluffs Park (2-3 hours, free)
• Toronto Islands (4-6 hours, ferry cost $10-15 per adult)
• Rouge National Urban Park (3-4 hours, free)
• Humber Arboretum and Centennial Park Conservatory (2-3 hours, free admission)
• Niagara Falls (6-8 hours, boat tour cost $19.95-29.95 per adult; parking fee for car $5-35)
Total Estimated Costs: $35-85 per day per person depending on activities

Useful Tips

If you have more time you can consider visiting the following places:

• Albion Hills Conservation Area - (1 hour 10 minutes from Humber Arboretum, perfect for downhill skiing and snowboarding in winter)
• Evergreen Brick Works (30 minutes from High Park, great weekend farmer's markets)
• Ripley's Aquarium of Canada (10 minutes from Toronto Islands, indoor exhibits for marine life)