Toronto

Lakeside boardwalks, market halls & Victorian laneways

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Toronto rewards travellers who explore beyond the CN Tower, and this local guide brings together the best things to do, where to eat and where to stay in one place. Highlights include St. Lawrence Market, the Distillery Historic District and The Beaches Boardwalk along Lake Ontario. Below you will find 3 hand-picked local recommendations, which you can filter by category and budget to plan the perfect trip, whether you have a weekend or a week.

Toronto at a glance

Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
Best time to visit: late spring to early autumn
Highlights: St. Lawrence Market and the Distillery District
Where to stay: Downtown, Old Town or The Beaches
Local picks: 3 hand-chosen recommendations
Getting around: walkable core, plus TTC subway and streetcars

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Distillery District

Distillery Historic District

Don Valley / Todmorden

Evergreen Brick Works

Why it matters: Evergreen Brick Works is Canada’s first large-scale community environmental centre – a derelict brick factory and quarry reborn by the Evergreen nonprofit into a hub for sustainability, native-plant nurseries, and greener city-building at the edge of the Don Valley ravines. Its Saturday Farmers Market is Toronto’s largest year-round market, linking more than 100 small Ontario farmers, food producers, and artisans directly to the city. Come Saturday morning for the market, then wander the restored kilns, quarry-side trails, and rotating outdoor art. Practical tip: on-site parking is tight, so hop the free shuttle from Broadview station or bike in along the Lower Don trail.

Old Town

St. Lawrence Market

The Beaches Boardwalk

The perfect place for families to walk with their children and pets and enjoy the beauty of Lake Ontario. In the summer the lake is warm enough for swimming and the fine…

Wychwood / St. Clair West

The Stop Community Food Centre

Why it matters: The Stop Community Food Centre has spent more than 30 years fighting hunger and poverty with dignity – running drop-in meals, community kitchens, gardens, and advocacy rather than a bare food bank. Its Green Barn, inside the artsy Wychwood Barns, is a sustainable food-production and education centre built around an 8,000-square-foot greenhouse, and it hosts one of the few genuinely year-round farmers markets in the city. Visit the Saturday market for local produce, baking, and prepared food, then explore the surrounding Artscape Wychwood Barns galleries and studios. Practical tip: the market runs Saturday mornings from 8am at 601 Christie Street – come early for the best of the greenhouse-grown greens.

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Toronto travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Toronto?

Two to three days is enough to enjoy the highlights of Toronto at a relaxed pace, from St. Lawrence Market and the Distillery District to a stroll along The Beaches Boardwalk.

Where is the best area to stay in Toronto?

Downtown or Old Town keeps you walkable to the main sights and St. Lawrence Market, while The Beaches offers a quieter lakeside feel with an easy streetcar ride into the centre.

What are the best things to do in Toronto?

Browse the local picks above, from the Victorian laneways of the Distillery Historic District to the Saturday farmers market at St. Lawrence Market.

What is the best time to visit Toronto?

Late spring to early autumn brings the warmest weather for the lakefront and patios, while winter visitors can enjoy the Distillery Winter Village Christmas market.