4-Day Family Friendly Toronto Itinerary

  • Day 1: CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
    15 minutes (4.1 km) from Toronto City Centre

    The CN Tower is an iconic attraction and offers incredible views of Toronto. For a thrilling experience, try the EdgeWalk outside the tower! Just across the street is the Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, a fun and educational experience for all ages. Explore the 135,000 square feet of marine life, including a walk-through shark tank!

  • Day 2: Toronto Islands and Centre Island Park
    25 minutes (8.2 km) from Toronto City Centre

    Escape the city and visit the beautiful Toronto Islands. Take a ferry ride to Centre Island and spend the day in Centre Island Park. The park features beautiful gardens, beaches, and an amusement park for the kids. Rent bikes and explore the island or have a picnic on the beach.

  • Day 3: Art Gallery of Ontario and Kensington Market
    10 minutes (3.1 km) from Toronto City Centre

    The Art Gallery of Ontario boasts over 90,000 works of art including contemporary, Canadian, and Indigenous art. Afterward, explore Kensington Market, a colorful and diverse neighborhood filled with unique shops and restaurants. Stop by the Toronto Popcorn Company for a treat!

  • Day 4: Niagara Falls
    1 hour 30 minutes (128 km) from Toronto City Centre

    A trip to Toronto isn't complete without a visit to the majestic Niagara Falls. Take a day tour and experience the breathtaking views of the falls, ride the Hornblower Cruise, and visit the nearby attractions like Niagara-on-the-Lake and the Skylon Tower.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • CN Tower (2 hours, CAD 50)
  • Ripley's Aquarium of Canada (2 hours, CAD 40)
  • Toronto Islands and Centre Island Park (4-6 hours, CAD 10 ferry)
  • Art Gallery of Ontario (2 hours, CAD 25)
  • Kensington Market (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Niagara Falls Day Tour (8-10 hours, CAD 125-150 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding transport and accommodation): CAD 300-350

Transportation

For attractions located in Toronto City Centre, it's easy to walk, use public transportation, or hail a taxi or Uber. For the trip to Niagara Falls, consider booking a day tour that includes transportation. The estimated cost is CAD 125-150 per person and travel time is 1 hour and 30 minutes each way.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Casa Loma, the Toronto Zoo, or the Royal Ontario Museum. If you have less time, skip Kensington Market or Niagara Falls.

Airports

Toronto has two major airports: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). YYZ is located 21 km from the city center and offers more international flights while YTZ is only 3 km from the city center and offers flights to other Canadian destinations and Eastern US cities.

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