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Travel guide Toronto

Toronto, Canada's largest city, is a vibrant cultural and financial hub. Known for its diversity, modern architecture and vibrant neighbourhoods, the city offers a rich urban experience, with a thriving arts scene and varied attractions.

Toronto has a diverse history, with Aboriginal, British and multicultural influences. It has evolved from a small colonial outpost to a cosmopolitan metropolis, reflected in its architecture and museums.

Toronto Pearson International Airport is the main access hub, serving many global destinations. Toronto is also accessible by train, bus and car.

Accommodation

Toronto offers a variety of accommodation options, from luxury hotels in the city centre to youth hostels and rental flats in trendy neighbourhoods.

Gastronomy

International cuisine, Canadian specialities, food markets, food trucks, cocktail bars.

What is there to see? What to do?

The CN Tower, the Royal Ontario Museum, the historic Distillery District, the Toronto Islands, Kensington Market.

Downtown, Queen West, The Annex, Yorkville, Chinatown, Little Italy.

Stroll along the shores of Lake Ontario, visit Toronto's islands, explore the city's parks, go cycling.

Ontario Science Centre, Toronto Zoo, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, High Park, activities on the Toronto Islands.

Toronto International Film Festival, Pride Toronto, Caribana, Nuit Blanche, Toronto Jazz Festival.

Activities

Shopping

Yorkville for luxury boutiques, Queen Street for vintage fashion, Eaton Centre for major brands, local markets and craft markets.

Nightlife

Trendy bars and clubs, theatres, concerts, cultural events, lively nightlife in areas such as Queen West and Ossington.

Did you know?

Toronto is home to the world's longest covered walkway, the PATH.
The city is one of the most multicultural in the world, with over half its population born outside Canada.
The Toronto International Film Festival is one of the biggest film festivals in the world.
St. Lawrence Market is considered one of the best food markets in the world.
The city has a network of hidden rivers and ravines, providing natural spaces within the urban sprawl.

Tips and tricks
Use the TTC (Toronto's public transport system) to get around easily.
Take along clothes that are adapted to the changing weather, especially in autumn and winter.
Take part in guided tours to discover the history and culture of the city.

Visit the free or reduced-price attractions, explore the multicultural districts and take part in the many festivals.

Hi, I'm Marie, a 37-year-old traveller with a fascination for the hidden wonders of Toronto. During my travels, I've discovered that Toronto is not only a modern city, but also a web of diverse cultures and histories. Did you know that Toronto has over 8,000 restaurants, offering a variety of cuisines from all over the world?

Marie D.

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