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Toronto City Exploration on a Budget

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Day 1: Sporty Start

Downtown Toronto, Canada on April 25, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at St. Lawrence Market

Fuel up for the day with a variety of local food options at this historic market.
Walk or take a short bus ride from your accommodation to St. Lawrence Market.
£10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Hockey Hall of Fame

Explore the history of ice hockey and see memorabilia from legendary players.
Walk to the Hockey Hall of Fame from St. Lawrence Market.
£20, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Amsterdam BrewHouse

Enjoy a casual lunch by the waterfront with a view of Lake Ontario.
Take a short walk along the waterfront to reach Amsterdam BrewHouse.
£15, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Explore Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

Dive into the underwater world and see a variety of marine creatures up close.
Walk from Amsterdam BrewHouse to Ripley's Aquarium of Canada.
£30, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Pai Northern Thai Kitchen

Indulge in authentic Thai cuisine for dinner in a vibrant setting.
Walk or take public transport to Pai Northern Thai Kitchen.
£20, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Historical Day

Old Toronto, Canada on April 26, 2025

9:00AM

Breakfast at Paddington's Pump

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this classic diner.
Walk or take a short bus ride from your accommodation to Paddington's Pump.
£12, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit Fort York National Historic Site

Learn about Toronto's military history and explore the fort and its exhibits.
Take a bus or walk from Paddington's Pump to Fort York National Historic Site.
£15, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at St. Lawrence Market

Head back to the market for a variety of lunch options from different vendors.
Walk or take public transport from Fort York to St. Lawrence Market.
£10, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Distillery District

Wander through the cobblestone streets and visit art galleries and boutiques.
Take a short bus ride or walk from St. Lawrence Market to Distillery District.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Mill Street Brewery

Enjoy a dinner with craft beer at this popular brewery in the district.
Walk to Mill Street Brewery within Distillery District.
£25, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Nature Day

High Park, Toronto, Canada on April 27, 2025

8:00AM

Grab Breakfast To-Go

Pick up some pastries and coffee for breakfast on the go.
Walk to a nearby cafe or bakery to get breakfast.
£5, 30 minutes

9:00AM

Explore High Park

Spend the morning exploring the park, visit the zoo, and enjoy nature trails.
Take a short bus ride or walk from your accommodation to High Park.
Free, 3 hours

12:30PM

Picnic at Grenadier Café

Have a relaxing picnic with food from a local market near the park's cafe.
Walk to Grenadier Café within High Park.
£10, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Bata Shoe Museum

Explore the quirky collection of footwear from around the world.
Take a bus or walk from High Park to Bata Shoe Museum.
£15, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Cultural Dinner at The Depanneur

Experience a unique dining concept with rotating chefs and cuisines.
Walk or take public transport to The Depanneur for dinner.
£20, 2 hours
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Day 4: Artistic Exploration

Queen Street West, Toronto, Canada on April 28, 2025

9:00AM

Breakfast at The Federal

Indulge in a delicious breakfast at this trendy cafe known for its coffee.
Walk or take a short bus ride to The Federal for breakfast.
£10, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit Art Gallery of Ontario

Explore a vast collection of art from Canadian and international artists.
Walk from The Federal to the Art Gallery of Ontario.
£20, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Trinity Common

Enjoy a casual lunch at this pub with a diverse menu of comfort food.
Walk to Trinity Common for lunch from the art gallery.
£15, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore Graffiti Alley

Stroll through this vibrant alley filled with colourful street art and murals.
Walk from Trinity Common to the entrance of Graffiti Alley.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Dinner at Seven Lives Tacos

End the day with delicious tacos at this popular spot in Kensington Market.
Walk or take public transport to Seven Lives Tacos for dinner.
£12, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: City Finale

Harbourfront, Toronto, Canada on April 29, 2025

9:00AM

Breakfast at Miku Toronto

Enjoy a Japanese-inspired breakfast with a view of the harbour at this upscale restaurant.
Walk or take public transport to Miku Toronto for breakfast.
£20, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit CN Tower

Experience panoramic views of the city from the iconic CN Tower observation deck.
Walk from Miku Toronto to the CN Tower.
£25, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Amsterdam BrewHouse

Head back to the waterfront for lunch at this popular spot overlooking Lake Ontario.
Walk or take public transport to Amsterdam BrewHouse for lunch.
£15, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore Toronto Islands

Take a ferry to the islands for a serene escape from the city with beautiful views.
Take a ferry from the Harbourfront to Toronto Islands.
£10, 3 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Steam Whistle Brewery

Enjoy a dinner with fresh beer at this brewery located near the CN Tower.
Walk from the ferry terminal to Steam Whistle Brewery.
£25, 1.5 hours
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