See what the experts are saying about Toronto. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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The best authentic experiences
The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen St. W. (tel. 416/531-5042): Set in the middle of the Art & Design District, this hotel fosters a sense of community by hosting music events, literary readings, and other festivities. If you hate feeling like a tour... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Park (tel. 416/586-8000): The ROM is quite possibly the best museum in the country. And a major renovation is dramatically expanding its gallery space, which is filled with dinosaurs, Chinese temple art, Roma... Continue reading »
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Best free things to do
Picnicking on Centre Island: Hop on the ferry and escape to the islands. From across the water, you'll see the city in an entirely new light. Listening to a Concert at the Toronto Music Garden: Cellist Yo-Yo Ma co-designed this serene spac... Continue reading »
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The best websites
Veteran travelers usually carry some essential items to make their trips easier. Following is a selection of handy online tools to bookmark and use. Airplane Food (www.airlinemeals.net) Airplane Seating (www.seatguru.com and www.airline... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Whether you're traveling on a whim or charting your course months in advance, it's important to do some planning to make the most of your trip. This section will help you figure out how to get to Toronto and how much it will cost. Continue reading »
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Visitor information
From North America The best source for Toronto-specific information is Tourism Toronto, 207 Queens Quay W., Suite 590, Toronto, ON M5J 1A7 (tel. 800/499-2514 from North America, or 416/203-2600; www.torontotourism.com). Call before you lea... Continue reading »
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When to go
The Climate Toronto is truly sublime in the fall. It's my favorite time of year for a number of reasons: The climate is brisk but temperate, the skies are sunny, the city parks are a riot of color, and the cultural scene is in full swing.... Continue reading »
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Calendar of events
January, February, March, and April are dominated by trade shows, such as the International Boat and Automobile shows, Metro Home Show, Outdoor Adventure Sport Show, and more. For information, call Tourism Toronto (tel. 800/499-2514 or 416/20... Continue reading »
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Getting there
By Plane From the U.S. -- Canada's only national airline, Air Canada (tel. 888/247-2262; www.aircanada.ca), operates direct flights to Toronto from most major American cities and many smaller ones. It also flies from major cities around th... Continue reading »
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Package deals
Packages for the Independent Traveler Package tours are simply a way to buy the airfare, accommodations, and other elements of your trip (such as car rentals, airport transfers, and sometimes even activities) at the same time and often at... Continue reading »
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Health & insurance
Travel Insurance The cost of travel insurance varies widely, depending on the destination, the cost and length of your trip, your age and health, and the type of trip you're taking, but expect to pay between 5% and 8% of the vacation itsel... Continue reading »
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Money
It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel b... Continue reading »
Toronto Travel Experiences
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Sweaty palms in Toronto
Toronto is very much the big city. In fact it reminded me of New York. It is a flourishing financial centre for Canada so has lots o... Continue reading »
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Canada I Have Arrived
I have long wanted to visit Canada, and I will have finally made it. During this time I will visit Niagra Falls and a few ex passan... Continue reading »
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Stunning Niagara Falls
Like i said earlier..Toronto is down right freezing at just -2 degrees. Not here for long though unfortunately, but here to see the might... Continue reading »
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Home of Toronto Maple Leafs
What an amazing experience in Toronto! Even though I have now been to Canada 4 times, this time was most definately the best!! I went to... Continue reading »
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Skating on thick ice
Ottawa, Canada's capital city, also boasts the world's longest ice rink. It stretches from the parliament, built to resemble our own Brit... Continue reading »
Popular Toronto Hotels
- Park Hyatt Toronto
- Soho Metropolitan Hotel
- Cambridge Suites Toronto
- Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Downtown Entertainment District
- InterContinental Toronto Yorkville
- The Fairmont Royal York
- Marriott Toronto Downtown Eaton Center
- Cosmopolitan Hotel Spa
- Grand Hotel and Suites Toronto
- Hyatt Regency Toronto
