5-Day Toronto Itinerary

  • Day 1: Explore Downtown Toronto
    0 minutes from your accommodation

    Start your trip by exploring the heart of the city, Downtown Toronto. Take a stroll in Yonge-Dundas Square, visit the iconic CN Tower, go shopping in Eaton Centre, and walk around the Harbourfront to enjoy scenic views of Lake Ontario.

  • Day 2: Museums and Galleries
    30 minutes (6.5 miles) from Downtown Toronto

    Start your day by visiting the Royal Ontario Museum, a museum of art, world culture, and natural history. Then, move on to the Art Gallery of Ontario, home to over 95,000 works of art. End your day at the Distillery Historic District, a restored Victorian-era industrial neighborhood filled with art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants.

  • Day 3: Parks and Gardens
    25 minutes (7 miles) from Downtown Toronto

    Spend a day in nature by visiting High Park, the largest public park in Toronto. See the cherry trees in bloom in the spring, explore the trails, and visit the zoo. Then, head to Edwards Gardens, a botanical garden with stunning flowers, fountains, and rock formations.

  • Day 4: Foodie Tour
    20 minutes (5.5 miles) from Downtown Toronto

    Experience Toronto's diverse and delicious food scene by taking a food tour in Kensington Market, a bohemian neighborhood filled with vintage shops and international cuisine. Try some Canadian specialties like poutine and maple syrup, and end your day with a visit to the St. Lawrence Market, a bustling indoor market with fresh food vendors.

  • Day 5: Island Escape
    30 minutes (2.5 miles) from Downtown Toronto

    Escape the city by taking a ferry to Toronto Islands, a chain of small islands off the coast of Toronto. Rent a bike, explore the beaches, and visit the Centreville Amusement Park for a fun-filled day. End your trip with scenic views of the city skyline from the islands.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • CN Tower (2 hours, CAD 38)
  • Royal Ontario Museum (3 hours, CAD 23)
  • Art Gallery of Ontario (2 hours, CAD 19.50)
  • Distillery Historic District (2 hours, free to explore)
  • High Park (2-4 hours, free to explore)
  • Edwards Gardens (1-2 hours, free to explore)
  • Kensington Market food tour (3 hours, CAD 60)
  • St. Lawrence Market (1-2 hours, free to explore)
  • Toronto Islands (4-6 hours, ferry ticket CAD 8)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and transportation): CAD 148.50

Transportation

Getting around Toronto is easy with the subway, buses, streetcar, and taxis. The fare for a one-way subway or bus ride is CAD 3.25, and day passes are available for CAD 13.50. Taxis are available throughout the city and cost approximately CAD 2.50 per kilometer. Walking or biking is also a great way to explore the city.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Casa Loma, a Gothic Revival-style mansion and gardens, and Toronto Zoo, home to over 5,000 animals. If you have less time, you can skip the Kensington Market food tour and St. Lawrence Market, and opt for a quick visit to the Ontario Science Centre, a science museum with hands-on exhibits.

Airports

Toronto is served by Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), located 14 miles northwest of Downtown Toronto. The airport offers various transportation options including taxis, airport shuttles, and public transportation. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is another airport located on an island in Lake Ontario, just minutes from Downtown Toronto.

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