Toronto · Ontario, Canada
Things to Do in Toronto: Tours, Tickets & Day Trips
The best things to do in Toronto, ranked by real traveller reviews: a Niagara Falls day trip, the CN Tower, a harbour cruise to the Toronto Islands, Kensington Market and St. Lawrence Market food tours, Casa Loma, the Distillery District and Niagara-on-the-Lake wine country. Compare 550+ tours, tickets and day trips side by side — most with free cancellation.
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Sunset tours in Toronto
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Toronto
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
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Explore Toronto by interest
Whatever brings you to Toronto — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Niagara Falls
Day trip wonder.
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CN Tower & more.
ExploreHarbour cruises
Skyline & islands.
ExploreFood tours
Global flavours.
ExploreHelicopter tours
Aerial views.
ExploreNiagara wine
Vineyard tastings.
ExploreAttractions
Tickets & passes.
ExploreNeighbourhoods
Diverse districts.
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Top attractions in Toronto
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
CN Tower
Iconic skyline.
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Niagara Falls
Natural wonder.
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Toronto Harbour
Skyline cruises.
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Kensington Market
Food & culture.
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Hornblower Cruise
Falls boat ride.
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Casa Loma
Gothic castle.
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Toronto Islands
Parks & beaches.
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Distillery District
Historic & lively.
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1 day
Toronto in 1 day
- 1CN Tower & city
- 2St Lawrence Market
- 3Harbour cruise
- 4Distillery District
3 days
Toronto in 3 days
- 1Day 1: the city
- 2Day 2: Niagara Falls
- 3Day 3: islands & food
- 4Harbour cruise
Niagara trip
Toronto & Niagara Falls
- 1Drive to Niagara
- 2Falls boat ride
- 3Wine tasting
- 4Niagara-on-the-Lake
City & harbour
Toronto by city & water
- 1CN Tower & best-of-city tour
- 2Harbour & Toronto Islands cruise
- 3Bike the car-free Toronto Islands
- 4Sunset dinner cruise on the bay
Food & culture
Toronto food & neighbourhoods
- 1Kensington Market food tour
- 2St Lawrence Market tastings
- 3Chinatown & multicultural walk
- 4Distillery District history
1.5 hrs awayNiagara Falls
The Horseshoe Falls from the Canadian side, the boat to the base of the falls and Journey Behind the Falls; full-day tours with hotel pickup.
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1.5 hrs awayNiagara-on-the-Lake & Wineries
Ice-wine tastings at Niagara’s boutique wineries and the prettiest main street in Ontario, usually paired with the Falls on one day.
from €57View trips
15 min ferry awayToronto Islands
The classic skyline view, car-free lanes, beaches and Centreville; harbour cruises circle the islands in an hour.
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In city awayKensington Market
Toronto’s most-rated food tour: Jamaican patties, empanadas, Chinatown dumplings and cheese shops in a bohemian grid of Victorian houses.
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In city awaySt. Lawrence Market & Old Town
A peameal bacon sandwich in the 1803 market hall, the Flatiron Building and the Distillery District on a food and history walk.
from €43View trips
In city awayCN Tower & Casa Loma
The 553-metre tower’s glass floor and EdgeWalk, then the turrets and secret passages of Casa Loma; both on the hop-on-hop-off route.
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Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Toronto visitor asks before booking.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
The peak season, warm and lively with festivals, patios, island beaches and the best weather for the falls.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
A beautiful time, with mild days, fall colours and fewer crowds, ideal for sightseeing and Niagara wine country.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Cold and snowy, with festive lights and frozen-falls views, but bundle up for outdoor sightseeing.
Spring (Apr–May)
Cool and fresh, with blossoms and reawakening patios, a pleasant if changeable time to visit.
Niagara any season
The falls are spectacular year-round; boat rides run spring to autumn, while winter offers frozen-mist views.
Festival season
Summer and early autumn bring TIFF, Caribana and many festivals — book accommodation early.
One day
The CN Tower, harbour and downtown.
Two days
Add a Niagara Falls day trip.
Three days
Add the islands, food and neighbourhoods.
Wine lovers
Add a Niagara-on-the-Lake wine day.
With kids
Mix the aquarium, tower and islands.
A week
Add more of Ontario and the lakes.
Transit (TTC)
The subway, streetcars and buses cover the city well; a Presto card makes travel easy and cheap.
Tours & transfers
Day trips with pickup are the easiest way to reach Niagara Falls and wine country.
Walking & biking
Downtown and the waterfront are walkable, with bike-share for exploring neighbourhoods.
Island ferry
Ferries cross to the Toronto Islands in minutes for parks, beaches and skyline views.
Central base
Staying downtown near the waterfront or Union Station keeps sights and transit close.
Getting there
Pearson Airport links to downtown by the UP Express train in about 25 minutes.
Canadian dollars
Canada uses the Canadian dollar (CAD); cards are accepted everywhere and tipping (15–20%) is customary.
Book Niagara ahead
Popular Niagara Falls day trips sell out in summer — reserve in advance.
Skip-the-line tickets
Buy CN Tower and aquarium tickets ahead to avoid queues, especially in peak season.
Get a Presto card
A Presto card or contactless payment makes the TTC transit system easy to use.
Dress for the season
Summers are warm but winters are very cold and snowy — pack accordingly.
Eat your way around
Don’t miss Toronto’s global food scene and its famous markets.
Niagara Falls trips
The top day trip sells out in summer — book ahead.
Helicopter tours
Limited flight slots fill quickly — reserve early.
Dinner cruises
Popular harbour dinner cruises sell out — book ahead.
Food tours
Small-group market tours have limited spots — reserve early.
CN Tower tickets
Skip queues with advance tickets in peak season.
Wine tours
Niagara wine day trips fill on weekends — book ahead.
Niagara day trip
Around $90–160 for a full-day tour with a boat ride.
City sightseeing
About $40–80 for a hop-on bus or guided city tour.
Harbour cruise
Roughly $35–90 for a sightseeing or dinner cruise.
Food tour
Around $70–120 for a guided market and neighbourhood tour.
Helicopter tour
About $130–200 for a short skyline flight.
How to save
Use the TTC, join group day trips and book combo tickets.
When to visit
Toronto through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
Spring (Apr–May)
Apr–May
- Best for
- Blossoms, fresh.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Changeable.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Jun–Aug
- Best for
- Festivals, falls.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Peak & busy.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Sep–Oct
- Best for
- Fall colours.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely time.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Nov–Mar
- Best for
- Festive, quiet.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Cold & snowy.
People also ask
Toronto travel FAQ
What are the top 10 things to do in Toronto?
A Niagara Falls day trip, the CN Tower, the Toronto Islands by ferry or harbour cruise, a Kensington Market food tour, St. Lawrence Market, Casa Loma, the Distillery District, the Royal Ontario Museum, Ripley’s Aquarium and a Niagara-on-the-Lake wine tour. The Falls and the food tours are what visitors rate highest.
How many days do you need in Toronto?
Three days: two in the city, one at Niagara Falls. Do the CN Tower and the islands on your first day, the markets and Casa Loma on the second, and book the Falls tour for a weekday when the viewpoints are quieter. Four days lets you add the wineries or a Blue Jays game.
What can you do in Toronto for free?
The Distillery District, Kensington Market, St. Lawrence Market, Graffiti Alley, High Park, the Harbourfront, Nathan Phillips Square and the Toronto sign, the University of Toronto’s St. George campus, the Art Gallery of Ontario on Wednesday evenings, and the skyline from Polson Pier or the Islands ferry (about $9 return).
What are the best day trips from Toronto?
Niagara Falls (90 minutes, from $48), Niagara-on-the-Lake wine country (90 minutes, from $57, usually combined with the Falls), the Toronto Islands (15-minute ferry), Blue Mountain and Collingwood (2 hours) and the Muskoka lakes (2.5 hours). Guided tours with hotel pickup cover the Niagara trips.
What is there to do in Toronto at night?
The CN Tower after dark, a dinner cruise on the harbour, the Distillery District’s bars and winter light festival, live music on Queen Street West and in Kensington, a Raptors, Leafs or Blue Jays game, the Entertainment District theatres, ghost walks of the old town, and the night views from the Toronto Islands.
What can you do in Toronto in winter?
Winter is cold (often below −5°C) but has its own list: the Distillery District Winter Village and Christmas market, skating at Nathan Phillips Square and the Harbourfront, the PATH underground city, Ripley’s Aquarium and the ROM, a Leafs or Raptors game, and Niagara Falls frozen at the edges with the Winter Festival of Lights through January.
What are the best things to do in Toronto with kids?
Ripley’s Aquarium, the CN Tower’s glass floor, the Toronto Islands with Centreville amusement park and the beaches, the Ontario Science Centre, the ROM’s dinosaur galleries, Casa Loma’s secret passages, the Toronto Zoo, a harbour cruise, and the boat ride at Niagara Falls.
When is the best time to visit Toronto?
June to September for warm weather, patios, the islands and the festivals (Pride, Caribana, TIFF in September). September and October are the sweet spot: still warm, fall colour on the Niagara Parkway and fewer crowds at the Falls. May is pleasant and cheaper; winter is for the indoor list.
Is Toronto worth visiting?
Yes — it is the easiest way to see Niagara Falls, one of the best food cities in North America thanks to its immigrant neighbourhoods, and a skyline worth the ferry ride. Give it three days and treat the Falls as a full day, not an afternoon.
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