8 Days in Toronto: Exploring the City's Delights

Karla H

1 Dec 2023

Embark on an exciting journey through Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this bustling city. Join me as I explore the hidden gems and must-visit attractions that Toronto has to offer.

Trip to Toronto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Breakfast Delights and Urban Adventures

$55

$ 10

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

At Eggspectation, we’re committed to innovation and achievement. Surpassing your eggspectations is what inspires us to be extraordinary.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

2 - 3 min

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Lively public space in front of city hall hosting events year-round & a busy ice rink in the winter.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

Directions

10-foot-tall, light-up letters that spell “Toronto,” set against a city-skyline backdrop.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

Directions

Fresh dough. Artisanal ingredients. Inventive to classic. You decide. Blazing oven + dedicated pizzasmith + 180 seconds = fast-fire'd perfection.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$21

2 - 3 min

Directions

Bustling outdoor public space & live-event venue hosting concerts, movies & community events.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 2Sweet Treats and Cultural Marvels

$81

$ 10

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

Bakery & Kitchen Studio

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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6 - 8 min

Directions

Popular interactive exhibits on science & technology, plus touring shows & an IMAX cinema.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$31

13 - 16 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$28

4 - 5 min

Directions

Spacious market with 100+ vendors, bakers, butchers & artisans, with produce & antiques on weekends.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Beachside Bliss and Sky-High Thrills

$91

$ 8

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

At Starbucks Coffee Canada, we’re passionate about coffee & customers. It’s why our baristas handcraft delicious coffee & espresso beverages That’s #coffeelove

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

9 - 14 min

Directions

Vibrant in warm weather, this wide, curved beach offers swimming, volleyball courts & picnic areas.

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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$33

5 - 8 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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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.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$14

Day 4Bakery Delights and Wildlife Wonders

$93

$ 12

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$17

7 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$38

10 - 12 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$26

16 - 20 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 5Artistic Treasures and Aquatic Wonders

$118

$ 8

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 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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$17

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

9 - 11 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$14

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$33

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$29

Day 6Culinary Delights and Retail Therapy

$69

$ 5

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

Leña’s cuisine showcases the vibrant essence of South American cooking, with unique Spanish and Italian influences. Located at Yonge and Richmond.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

4 - 5 min

Directions

Huge array of shops, clothiers & restaurants in a soaring, historic mall with a glass ceiling.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$19

4 - 5 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$19

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 7Bakery Delights and Theme Park Thrills

$76

$ 12

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

19 - 23 min

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Massive amusement park with some 200 attractions, rides including roller coasters & a water park.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$33

10 - 12 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$14

14 - 17 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 8Coffee Gems and Majestic Gardens

$85

$ 12

Airbnb

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

9 - 14 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

15 - 18 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$26

6 - 8 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Budget breakdown: $740 In total

Activities & Food:$667

Transport:$73