Ontario, Canada

Toronto

Toronto is a city of neighbourhoods, from the market stalls of St Lawrence and Kensington to the Distillery District, under the CN Tower.

Toronto: Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto
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The city on foot

Toronto is Canada's largest city and one of the most multicultural in the world.

Downtown runs down to Lake Ontario. Its neighbourhoods, each with its own character, are linked by streetcars and are good to explore on foot.

What makes Toronto distinctive

  • The CN Tower
  • St Lawrence Market
  • Kensington Market and Chinatown
  • The Distillery District

Walking tours in Toronto

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Kensington Market

    A bohemian area of vintage shops and food stalls.

  • Queen West

    Independent shops and galleries.

  • Yorkville

    Upmarket shops and restaurants.

Free self-guided walk

Old Town to the Distillery District

A free self-guided walk through Toronto's Old Town, from St Lawrence Market past the Gooderham Building to the Distillery District.

3.3 km · 4 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Harbourfront

    Along the lake from the ferry docks.

  2. Kensington and Chinatown

    A loop through the market streets.

  3. Old Town

    St Lawrence Market to the Distillery District.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Mostly flat.

  • Winter

    Cold, with snow; the PATH underground walkway links downtown buildings.

  • Distances

    The CN Tower to the Distillery District is about 30 minutes on foot.

When to visit

  • Summer

    Warm, with festivals and island trips.

  • Autumn

    Cool and colourful.

  • Winter

    Cold and snowy.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Pearson Airport is linked to Union Station by the UP Express train.

  • By rail

    Trains run to Montreal and Ottawa.

Local transport

  • TTC

    Subway, streetcars and buses cover the city.

  • Ferries

    Run to the Toronto Islands.

Questions travellers ask about Toronto

How many days do I need?

Three days, with a day trip to Niagara Falls.

Is Toronto walkable?

Downtown and its central neighbourhoods are.

Can I visit Niagara Falls from Toronto?

Yes; it is about 90 minutes by road.

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.