Why go to Toronto? The 10 good reasons to go Toronto
Great falls
Do they still need presentation, with their millions of visitors every year?
Rising and vibrant neighborhoods
Gentrification obliges, many neighborhoods have been remade and are worth a visit.
A top culinary destination
With renowned chefs, flavors of the world, numerous food trucks and tutti quanti.
The birthplace of Canadian ice wine
At the top of the world production list, the Niagara Peninsula makes jewelry.
Skyscrapers as far as the eye can see
They are ubiquitous in Toronto and not just on the shores of the lake. Watch out for the stiff neck!
The Great Lakes at your fingertips
With turquoise and clear waters bordered by endless beaches, it is a great place to get away from it all.
An ultra cosmopolitan city
A true cultural melting pot, the Ontario city offers a diversity unmatched in the country.
Shopping galore
From the charming little shops in Kensington Market to the luxury boutiques of Yorkville.
The meeting place for movie stars
Every year, Toronto rolls out the red carpet at the 7th Art for the popular TIFF festival.
Professional sport in abundance
Whether you want to experience hockey fever or see the former NBA champions.
What to visit Toronto?
Interview: My Toronto
with Valérie FORTIER, author of the guide
If Montreal is her home, Toronto is definitely her big fling. For her, any opportunity is good enough to make a trip to the country's largest city. With a cultural diversity that ranksfirst in Canada, neighborhoods with a strong identity and a gourmet scene that has nothing to envy to its North American counterparts, you'll understand her passion. Follow the guide!
See the video of the interviewGood to know to visit Toronto
Timetable
In urban centers, such as Toronto, most points of interest are open year-round. However, in the regions, they are often seasonal, with a period of opening from May to October. If they are open every day in the summer, the schedule is often reduced from Patriots' Day (the Monday before May 25) to June 24 and from Labour Day (the first Monday in September) to Thanksgiving (thesecond Monday in October).
To be booked
Reservations are rarely required, except for guided tours, immersive shows, or special workshops and activities in museums and galleries. However, since the pandemic, many attractions recommend or even require advance reservations.
Budget & Tips
Admission is usually between $15 and $40 CDN for an adult ticket. Discounts are almost always available for children, students and seniors, or even free admission. For example, admission to national parks and historic sites is always free for those under 18. Many points of interest are also completely free, although some may require a voluntary contribution.
If you don't want to break the bank, get the Toronto City Pass. Available for $99.25 CDN per adult ($74.25 CDN for ages 4-12), it gives you access to five major city attractions: Casa Loma, Ontario Science Centre or Toronto Zoo, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Royal Ontario Museum and CN Tower. A savings of almost 40%! The pass is valid for 9 days from the first use. More info at: en.citypass.com/toronto
Main events
Many festivals and events take place in Toronto each year, with themes as varied as documentaries, music, ethnic diversity, humor and auto racing. Among the main and most famous are the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which is one of the most important in the world, and the Toronto Caribbean Festival, known for its exoticism and its very festive events.
Guided tours
All kinds of guided tours are offered in Toronto, from traditional bus tours to free walking tours with a greeter. Themes for all tastes are also part of the offer: brewery tours, gourmet stops in an emerging neighborhood, street art discovery in Graffiti Alley, etc. You can also set sail on Lake Ontario or take a gourmet trip to the Niagara Peninsula. The choice is yours!
Smokers
Whether on a guided tour or in a museum, smoking is prohibited. For outdoor points of interest, such as interpretive sites and national historic sites, smoking areas are sometimes provided.
