Ultimate 1-Day Toronto City Experience

Day 1: Explore Toronto

Toronto, Canada

8:00AM

Breakfast at St. Lawrence Market

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at St. Lawrence Market, famous for its local ingredients and artisanal goods, where you can enjoy a Canadian favorite - peameal bacon sandwich.
Take a 10-minute walk from Union Station to St. Lawrence Market.
C$10, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the CN Tower

After breakfast, head over to the iconic CN Tower, where you can take an elevator to the observation deck and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Walk for 10 minutes from St. Lawrence Market to the CN Tower.
C$38, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Explore Ripley's Aquarium

Just steps away from the CN Tower, spend some time at Ripley’s Aquarium and marvel at the diverse marine life and stunning underwater tunnel.
It’s a 5-minute walk from the CN Tower to Ripley’s Aquarium.
C$34, 1.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at The 500,

Enjoy a casual lunch at The 500 within the Royal Ontario Museum, perfect for a quick bite before immersing yourself in Canadian history and culture.
Take a taxi or Uber for about 15 minutes to the Royal Ontario Museum.
C$20, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Royal Ontario Museum

After lunch, explore the extensive exhibits at the Royal Ontario Museum, featuring art, culture, and natural history from around the globe.
Head upstairs directly from the lunch spot to the museum.
C$23, 2 hours

3:30PM

Stroll through Kensington Market

Discover the vibrant culture of Toronto by taking a stroll through Kensington Market, where you can find unique shops, street art, and cozy cafes.
Hop on a streetcar from the museum to Kensington Market, about a 20-minute ride.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Coffee break at Café Pamenar

Take a break at the artisanal Café Pamenar, known for its artisanal brews and cozy atmosphere, a perfect chance to recharge.
Walk 5 minutes from Kensington Market to Café Pamenar.
C$5, 30 minutes

5:00PM

Shopping on Queen Street West

Head towards Queen Street West, a bustling shopping district where you can browse eclectic boutiques and find unique souvenirs from your trip.
Take a 15-minute walk from Café Pamenar to Queen Street West.
Free (depending on purchases), 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The Chase

End your day with a dining experience at The Chase, known for its elegant rooftop terrace and upscale menu featuring fresh local ingredients.
Take a 20-minute walk or a short Uber ride from Queen Street West to The Chase.
C$75, 2 hours

9:00PM

Evening View from Toronto Islands

Wrap up your day with an evening ferry ride to Toronto Islands, where you can enjoy stunning views of the Toronto skyline at sunset.
Take a 10-minute taxi ride to the ferry terminal followed by a ferry ride.
C$8, 2 hours
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