Best Things To Do in Toronto

Niagara Falls day tours from Toronto cost CAD $65–$150 per person including transport. Budget option: GO Train to Niagara Falls (CAD $17 one-way) then walk or bus to the falls. Premium guided tours (CAD $120–$150) include behind-the-falls access, Hornblower boat cruise, and lunch. The falls themselves are always free to view from the Canadian side.

Toronto has excellent free attractions: Toronto Islands (ferry CAD $8), Distillery District browsing, Kensington Market, The PATH underground walkway, Scarborough Bluffs viewpoints, Harbourfront Centre events, and all city parks. The Art Gallery of Ontario is free on Wednesday evenings. Nathan Phillips Square hosts free events year-round.

3 days covers the main highlights: Day 1 — Downtown, CN Tower (from CAD $43), Harbourfront; Day 2 — Distillery District, St. Lawrence Market, Toronto Islands; Day 3 — ROM or AGO, Kensington Market, Little Italy. Add 2 extra days for a Niagara Falls day trip and exploring neighbourhoods like Chinatown, Little Portugal, or Greektown.

Downtown/Financial District is most central (hotels from CAD $170/night). Entertainment District is best for nightlife and near major attractions. Kensington/Chinatown area offers boutique hotels and great local food (CAD $130–$200/night). Yorkville is upscale with luxury hotels from CAD $300/night. All are connected by the TTC subway.

CN Tower admission costs CAD $43/adult and CAD $28/child (ages 3-12) for the main observation deck. The Glass Floor level and outdoor observation deck are included. The EdgeWalk (outdoor walk on the edge of the tower) costs an additional CAD $195–$225/person. Book online to save 10% and skip the lines, especially in summer.