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9 Days in Toronto: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Michael Zhang

Michael Zhang

21 Nov 2023

Embark on a 9-day adventure through the vibrant city of Toronto, immersing yourself in its rich culture and indulging in its diverse culinary scene. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is designed to make the most of your solo trip to the heart of Canada.

Trip to Toronto

Day 1Parks, Art, and Coffee Delights
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$398

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$ 29

Starbucks
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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$88
8 - 10 min

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High Park
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
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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$50
11 - 14 min

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White Squirrel Coffee Shop
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$124
4 - 5 min

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Trinity Bellwoods Park
Spacious park with volleyball & tennis courts, an outdoor skating rink & indoor recreation centre.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Oyster Boy
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$136
Day 2Sushi, History, and Majestic Castles
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$612

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$ 19

Ichiban Sushi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$100
13 - 20 min

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Fort York National Historic Site
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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$50
19 - 23 min

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Casa Loma
Grand 1914 castle featuring regular tours & gardens that are open seasonally.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$100
7 - 10 min

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Roti Cuisine of India
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$156
8 - 11 min

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Spadina Museum
Heritage home demonstrating domestic life in the 1920s & '30s, plus a Victorian-Edwardian garden.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$50
7 - 9 min

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Kibo Sushi House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$156
Day 3Museums, Coffee, and Authentic Flavors
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$624

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$ 10

Starbucks
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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$104
4 - 6 min

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Royal Ontario Museum
Sprawling natural history & world cultures galleries, plus dinosaur fossil skeletons.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$100
7 - 10 min

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Trattoria Nervosa
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$184
7 - 10 min

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Gardiner Museum
Besides exhibits, this ceramics museum offers classes, lectures & tours, plus a bistro & gift shop.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$50
7 - 9 min

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Textile Museum of Canada
Displays on historic & ethnographic fabrics, plus contemporary art & hands-on exhibits.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$50
2 - 3 min

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Gyubee Japanese Grill
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$136
Day 4Fine Dining, Iconic Views, and Artistic Wonders
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$652

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$ 38

Toca
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.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$120
7 - 10 min

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CN Tower
Landmark, over 553-metre tower featuring a glass floor & a revolving eatery with panoramic views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$132
10 - 12 min

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Art Gallery of Ontario
Large gallery with huge Canadian collection, European masterworks & a major Frank Gehry renovation.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$75
15 - 18 min

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7 Numbers
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$136
8 - 10 min

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Evergreen Brick Works
Eco-oriented complex with a weekend farmer's market, a gardening store, event space & nature trails.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$25
9 - 11 min

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Pantheon Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$164
Day 5Caribbean Cuisine, Heritage Village, and Artistic Cafes
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$559

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$ 29

Caribbean Heat Family Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$116
8 - 10 min

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Black Creek Pioneer Village
1800s village featuring period buildings, artifacts, costumed guides & educational programs.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$75
21 - 26 min

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Avenue Food Boutique Cafe
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$124
12 - 18 min

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McMichael Canadian Art Collection
Gallery set amid 40 acres of woodland, offering works from the Group of 7 & other Canadian artists.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$100
14 - 17 min

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Porcello Cantina
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$144
Day 6Greek Delights, Thrilling Rides, and Plant-Based Cuisine
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$608

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$ 19

Opa! of Greece
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$120
25 - 30 min

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Canada's Wonderland
Massive amusement park with some 200 attractions, rides including roller coasters & a water park.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$132
42 - 51 min

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Rosalinda
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$160
3 - 4 min

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Osgoode Hall
Architecturally significant 19th-century building currently housing law offices & courts.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar is the perfect place to connect. Find a location near you, see our menus, and join us to unwind with friends and create great memories over delicious food.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$196
Day 7Coffee Bliss, Museums, and Seafood Extravaganza
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$609

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$ 38

Aroma Espresso Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$112
9 - 11 min

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Aga Khan Museum
Museum noted for its bright white, contemporary architecture & exhibits tracing Islamic culture.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
18 - 22 min

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Riverdale Farm
Farm offering livestock, gardens & craft programs set within a park with ponds & picnic areas.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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John & Sons Oyster House
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$188
7 - 10 min

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Toronto City Hall
Contemporary, iconic structure housing the mayor's office & offering guided tours.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Toronto Railway Museum
Indoor-outdoor museum for local railroad history featuring vintage locomotives & a train simulator.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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$50
7 - 10 min

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E11Even
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$184
Day 8Luxury Lounges, Museums, and Fusion Cuisine
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$650

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$ 19

Hilton Toronto Executive Lounge
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$124
3 - 4 min

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Campbell House Museum
Tours of this 1822 mansion, decorated in period furniture, offer insight into early life in Toronto.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$50
12 - 17 min

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Mackenzie House
19th-century row house museum dedicated to historic politician & publisher William Lyon Mackenzie.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$50
7 - 9 min

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Chotto Matte
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$140
3 - 4 min

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Hockey Hall of Fame
A vast collection of hockey memorabilia, including famous gear, interactive games & the Stanley Cup.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$100
6 - 8 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.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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$50
1 - 2 min

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Pearl Harbourfront Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$136
Day 9Breakfast Delights, Aquatic Wonders, and Exotic Flavors
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$726

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$ 29

Sunset Grill
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$96
5 - 8 min

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Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
Expansive, modern aquarium with many species & habitats on display, plus events & classes.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$132
31 - 38 min

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Thai One on
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$160
10 - 12 min

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Toronto Zoo
Immense zoo with outdoor pavilions housing hundreds of species, plus a large botanical collection.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$150
11 - 14 min

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar is the perfect place to connect. Find a location near you, see our menus, and join us to unwind with friends and create great memories over delicious food.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$188

Budget breakdown: $5664 In total

Activities & Food:$5438
Transport:$226