Rainy Day Adventure in Toronto: Free Events & Ripley's Aquarium Visit

Day 1: Rainy Day Downtown

Toronto, Canada on May 13, 2025

10:00am

Breakfast at St. Lawrence Market’s Carousel Bakery

Enjoy a classic peameal bacon sandwich at this popular spot inside St. Lawrence Market, open from 8am. It's a great hearty start before heading to Ripley's Aquarium.
CAD7, 0h30m

10:45am

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

Explore amazing aquatic exhibits including a moving underwater tunnel and interactive displays at Ripley's. It’s indoors and perfect for the rainy weather. Open 9am-11pm.
CAD39, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Bent Restaurant & Lounge

Enjoy a casual, affordable lunch just minutes from the aquarium with a menu of sandwiches and comfort food. Open from 11:30am on Tuesdays.
CAD15, 1h0m

2:15pm

Toronto Reference Library

Visit this architecturally stunning free public library, with plenty of indoor spaces to browse books and art installations, ideal for relaxing during rain showers. Open till 9pm on Tuesdays.
Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Art Gallery of Ontario (Free admission for residents, otherwise CAD20)

Discover remarkable art collections with free admission on Wednesday evenings but check for any special free access passes today due to rain. It closes at 6pm on Tuesdays.
Free or CAD20, 1h30m

5:15pm

Explore PATH System

Walk through Toronto’s underground PATH system to avoid rain while seeing shops and public art as you head back towards downtown transit hubs.
Free, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at KINKA IZAKAYA ORIGINAL

End the day with delicious Japanese tapas in a lively setting just a short walk or TTC ride from the PATH exits. Opens at 5pm daily.
CAD25, 1h30m
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