10 Days in Toronto: A Journey of Discovery

Emerson Coutinho

29 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Toronto, where vibrant city life meets natural beauty. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and indulge in the diverse culinary scene. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Canada!

Trip to Toronto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Parks, Waterfront, and Farm Delights

$ 10

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Historic Houses and Majestic Castles

$100

$ 5

19th-century row house museum dedicated to historic politician & publisher William Lyon Mackenzie.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

16 - 20 min

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Heritage home demonstrating domestic life in the 1920s & '30s, plus a Victorian-Edwardian garden.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$50

Day 3City Hall, Hockey Legends, and Art Extravaganza

$75

Contemporary, iconic structure housing the mayor's office & offering guided tours.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

13 - 20 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery

Industrial-style art gallery featuring avant-garde works, along with an array of programs & events.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

Day 4Legal Heritage, Railway Marvels, and Musical Gardens

$25

$ 5

Architecturally significant 19th-century building currently housing law offices & courts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

12 - 17 min

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Yo Yo Ma contributed to the design of this scenic garden with summer concerts & seasonal tours.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Financial Hub, Towering Views, and Artistic Textiles

$116

Modern office tower complex with the Allen Lambert Galleria, a food court & the Hockey Hall of Fame.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$66

12 - 18 min

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Tours of this 1822 mansion, decorated in period furniture, offer insight into early life in Toronto.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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Displays on historic & ethnographic fabrics, plus contemporary art & hands-on exhibits.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

Day 6Aquatic Wonders, Artistic Treasures, and Legislative Grandeur

$104

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$66

9 - 11 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$38

12 - 18 min

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Various school programs, guided tours & occasional exhibits in a historic legislative building.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Upscale Shopping, Ceramic Marvels, and Cultural Gems

$75

Bloor-Yorkville Business Improvement Area

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Besides exhibits, this ceramics museum offers classes, lectures & tours, plus a bistro & gift shop.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$50

Day 8Artful Exhibitions and Canadian Masterpieces

$50

$ 5

Art Museum at the University of Toronto - Justina M. Barnicke Gallery

Gallery showcasing contemporary Canadian artists, plus select historical works.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

49 - 59 min

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Day 9Nature's Retreat, Contemporary Art, and Eco-History

$38

$ 10

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto Canada

Modern works by new & established artists are on display at this leading international art gallery.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

21 - 26 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

Day 10Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Splendors

$113

$ 5

Immense zoo with outdoor pavilions housing hundreds of species, plus a large botanical collection.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

21 - 26 min

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Museum noted for its bright white, contemporary architecture & exhibits tracing Islamic culture.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $737 In total

Activities & Food:$695

Transport:$43