8 Days in Toronto: A Journey of Coffee, Parks, and Cultural Delights

Jesus Monroy

8 Jan 2024

Embark on an exciting 8-day adventure in Toronto, exploring charming coffee shops, picturesque parks, and indulging in mouthwatering cuisine. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Trinity Bellwoods Park, visit iconic landmarks like the CN Tower, and discover the rich history of the city at the Hockey Hall of Fame. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Canada!

Trip to Toronto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee Bliss and Park Serenity

$204

$ 22

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$57

4 - 5 min

Directions

Spacious park with volleyball & tennis courts, an outdoor skating rink & indoor recreation centre.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

Part of the railway museum, the park offers restored train equipment & miniature steam train rides.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$63

4 - 6 min

Directions

Lakeside cultural hub with dance, modern art, craft & theatre spaces, plus many annual events.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$84

Day 2Historic Sites and Amusement Park Thrills

$336

$ 15

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

12 - 17 min

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43-acre landmark with original War of 1812 buildings & 1813 battle site, plus a visitors' centre.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$38

Quaint Centre Island park with 30+ rides for kids & adults, including a 1907 carousel & hobby farm.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$75

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$84

5 - 8 min

Directions

Indoor-outdoor museum for local railroad history featuring vintage locomotives & a train simulator.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$38

8 - 12 min

Directions

Indulge in gourmet handcrafted Italian cuisine in downtown Toronto, Canada when dining at TOCA. We proudly use fresh, locally-sourced seasonal ingredients and feature custom cocktails and an extensive wine list.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$75

Day 3Bakery Delights and Aquatic Wonders

$405

$ 22

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$57

Sprawling park with hiking trails, a zoo, sports fields & a large children's playground.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Landmark, over 553-metre tower featuring a glass floor & a revolving eatery with panoramic views.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$99

7 - 10 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$75

8 - 11 min

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Expansive, modern aquarium with many species & habitats on display, plus events & classes.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$99

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$75

Day 4Art, History, and Farm Adventures

$297

$ 22

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$51

3 - 4 min

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Large gallery with huge Canadian collection, European masterworks & a major Frank Gehry renovation.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$56

8 - 10 min

Directions

A vast collection of hockey memorabilia, including famous gear, interactive games & the Stanley Cup.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$75

13 - 16 min

Directions

Your traditional family restaurant bringing authentic and clean Northern Italian food to Toronto’s Cabbagetown.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$78

8 - 11 min

Directions

Farm offering livestock, gardens & craft programs set within a park with ponds & picnic areas.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 5Bakeshop Delights and Village Exploration

$255

$ 43

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$51

7 - 9 min

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Eco-oriented complex with a weekend farmer's market, a gardening store, event space & nature trails.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

30 - 36 min

Directions

1800s village featuring period buildings, artifacts, costumed guides & educational programs.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$56

14 - 17 min

Directions

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$42

14 - 17 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$87

Day 6Breakfast Delights and Artistic Treasures

$300

$ 29

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$57

16 - 20 min

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Gallery set amid 40 acres of woodland, offering works from the Group of 7 & other Canadian artists.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

40 - 48 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$57

9 - 14 min

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Grand 1914 castle featuring regular tours & gardens that are open seasonally.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$75

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 7Cultural Immersion and Sweet Treats

$204

$ 36

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

Aritzia is an innovative design house and fashion boutique. Beautifully made clothes. Exceptional experiences. For every woman.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$33

9 - 14 min

Directions

Sprawling natural history & world cultures galleries, plus dinosaur fossil skeletons.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

30 - 36 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$42

11 - 14 min

Directions

Green space surrounding an estate, with baroque & neoclassical structures, flowers & walking trails.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Day 8Bagels, Gardens, and Mexican Flavors

$218

$ 36

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

5 - 6 min

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Serene site featuring 17 themed gardens over 4 acres, plus events, a seasonal cafe & a garden shop.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

4 - 5 min

Directions

Chipotle is a restaurant that prepares burritos and tacos at reasonable prices. Our Food With Integrity philosophy includes unprocessed, sustainable, nutritious, responsibly raised, and organic foods where possible.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$78

7 - 9 min

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At Via Cibo, we are inspired by the very streets that are the lifeblood of the Italian social scene.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$66

Budget breakdown: $2437 In total

Activities & Food:$2218

Transport:$219