Toronto Travel Guide

#1 CN Tower

The CN Tower is hard to miss in Toronto as it towers over some of Canada’s tallest buildings.

Personally, I would rather eat at the CN Tower rotating restaurant and take my time to enjoy the view.

What many people don’t know is there a second observation point higher up the needle so this is not for the faint of heart.

CN Tower Edge Walk – You can now go to the top of the CN Tower, climb outside, and walk around it as you are attached to a harness.

Location: 290 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9 

#2 Greek Town

Greek Town is located on the Danforth. The food at many of their restaurants located here is delicious. 

In August there is a street festival here called Taste of the Danforth.

If you want to avoid the crowds go at 12 p.m. sharp. It gets very crowded at 1 p.m.

Location: The Danforth

#3 Little Italy

I have been to Little Italy in Montreal and let me say Toronto’s is far superior. Local Toronto City Blog provides a great list of 20 things to do in Little Italy.

Coming from Union go to north on Spadina. Hike up to College and turn west and eventually, you will hit little Italy.

Location: College Street West

#4 Chinatown

Chinatown is on a street called Spadina. The subway stop is also Called Spadina.

#5 Toronto Island

If you are looking for the perfect picture of Toronto visit Toronto Island.

#6 Visit Niagara Falls Toronto

Niagara Falls is very close to Toronto. In fact, it is only an hour away. There are plenty of Casino’s there if you like to gamble, and entertainment such as wax museums and water slides.

It is best to go on the weekday to avoid the crowds. Parking and hotels are much cheaper on weekdays too.

#7 Canada’s Wonderland

If you like rollercoasters or waterslides then consider Canada’s Wonderland. Make no mistake about it — this is Canada’s best theme park. As of May 2019, they launched the Yukon Striker which is the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in the world.

Location: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6

#8 Distillery District

The distillery district dates back to 1832. Check out the distillery district for great restaurants and brewpubs. The distillery district is located on Mill Street and Trinity Street.

Location: Mill Street and Trinity Street

A&C Games

If you are a retro gamer then A & C Games is the place for you.

Here you can buy retro video games, consoles, video game accessories, and merchandise.

There is a scene in the film Nintendo Quest that is shot inside A & C Games. 

Location: 452 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5T 2G8

#9 Best Sports Bar

Check out The Real Sports Bar and Grill in downtown Toronto. They have a huge 39 feet display screen.

When you get their try and make sure you sit on the bar side and not the restaurant. At the restaurant, you can’t even see the 39 feet display screen.

#10 Best Steak Houses

#11 Best Irish Pubs

I feel qualified to write about this as I am someone who lives in Toronto and has lived in Ireland.

PJ O’Brien’s – I never seen a pub so perfectly created as an Irish pub as PJ O’Briens.

#12 St. Lawrence Market

Toronto has a market right downtown. As a traveller, you probably can’t buy much and take home as it will expire but it is worth a visit.

There are some decent restaurants there.

Location: 93 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1C3 

#20 Is Toronto easy to get around?

If you are downtown then yes it is easy to get around. The subway covers the downtown core very well.

Unfortunately, most of you will land at Pearson Airport which is in Mississauga. Traffic is terrible and your best bet is to take the bus from Pearson to the Subway.

#21 What is the best time to visit Toronto?

Personally, I believe the best time to visit Toronto is in the summer.

Toronto is not as cold as the rest of Canada but it is a damp cold like New York.

#22 Is Toronto Expensive to Visit?

Toronto is not expensive to visit. If you are worried just set a budget.

Hotels prices during Toronto Film Fest are expensive which is in early September.

Parking is expensive but you don’t need to rent a car if you learn the subway.

#23 What is the best time to visit Toronto Canada?

The good thing about Toronto is it is much warmer than most of Canada so don’t let the weather be a factor when coming to visit.

#24 Is it safe in Toronto?

Toronto Canada is very safe and you don’t have to worry about when to visit. You will have no reason to visit the areas where the crime rate is high.

#25 Where can I explore in Toronto?

Here are some great ideas for exploring

Greektown – hop on the subway and get off at Pape Station. Then walk in the direction towards CN Tower.

Chinatown and Little Italy – visit both these districts during a single hike. From Union Station go west till you hit Spadina. Walk north on Spadina and see China town. Turn west when you get to College and eventually you will hit Little Italy.

High Park – there is a very large park in Toronto called High Park. If you take the subway to Runnymede station you will see it right away.

#26 Toronto Weather

Average Temperatures in Celsius (*)

• January: Min -7 °C, Max -1 °C
• February: Min -6 °C, Max 0 °C
• March: Min -2 °C, Max 5 °C
• April: Min 4 °C, Max 12 °C
• May: Min 10 °C, Max 18 °C
• June: Min 15 °C, Max 24 °C
• July: Min 18 °C, Max 27 °C
• August: Min 17 °C, Max 26 °C
• September: Min 13 °C, Max 21 °C
• October: Min 7 °C, Max 14 °C
• November: Min 2 °C, Max 8 °C
• December: Min -3 °C, Max 2 °C