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Canada's largest city and the heart of Ontario, beautifully set on the shore of Lake Ontario. With attractions like the Royal Ontario Museum and Casa Loma, it's a great city to explore on foot.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Toronto
Gateway airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Best season
May–Oct
Time zone
America/St_Johns
Sights covered
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Royal Ontario Museum

Museums & galleries

Royal Ontario Museum

Founded in 1857 as a natural history museum, it has grown into one of Canada's leading museums. Visitors can explore the striking extension designed by architect Daniel Libeskind alongside a collection of over six million items.

First Canadian Place

Views & landmarks

First Canadian Place

First Canadian Place is a skyscraper rising at the corner of King and Bay Streets in Toronto's financial district, and it's the tallest building in Canada. As the Toronto headquarters of the Bank of Montreal, it's considered one of the defining landmarks of the city's skyline.

Casa Loma

Museums & galleries

Casa Loma

Casa Loma is a Gothic Revival castle-like mansion in downtown Toronto, built in the early 20th century as the residence of a financier. It is now open as a historic house museum, where visitors can explore its lavish interiors and gardens.

Scotia Plaza

Views & landmarks

Scotia Plaza

A large commercial complex located in downtown Toronto's Financial District. Surrounded by banks and corporate offices, it offers a true taste of Toronto's business hub atmosphere.

Toronto Islands

Nature

Toronto Islands

A cluster of 15 islands in Lake Ontario, about 3 km south of downtown Toronto. It's a peaceful place to relax while taking in views of the city skyline.

The Aga Khan Museum

Museums & galleries

The Aga Khan Museum

A museum dedicated to Islamic art in Toronto's North York area, home to a collection of roughly 1,200 rare pieces. Its exhibits offer a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of Islamic culture.

Bata Shoe Museum

Museums & galleries

Bata Shoe Museum

A museum dedicated to footwear near the University of Toronto's St. George campus, showcasing shoes from various eras and regions. The building itself, with its distinctive architecture, is also worth seeing.

Toronto Eaton Centre

Views & landmarks

Toronto Eaton Centre

A large shopping mall in downtown Toronto, named after the former department store chain Eaton's. With a wide range of shops and office space, it's a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

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