The Ultimate First Timer’s Guide to Visit Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Toronto is a HUGE city. It is basically the Canadian equivalent of London or NYC. There are tons of different neighborhoods to explore throughout the city (and even underground!), each with their own vibe.
With all the different neighborhoods and things to do in Toronto, it can be overwhelming to visit Toronto for the first time. So that’s why I’ve put together this city guide of all the best attractions and areas to visit, along with some helpful tips for planning your trip to Canada’s most exciting city.
Though (currently) significantly smaller than NYC or London, Toronto is the fastest growing city in the world, and the second most international city (behind London)! There are over 3 million people living in the city based on the latest census information.
Toronto has not one, but TWO Chinatowns! They have a Little Italy, a neighborhood full of international restaurants, a plethora of film crews based around the city (and therefore “City of Boston” ambulances driving around…), a fountain devoted entirely to dogs, and Canada’s only NBA team (not to mention their baseball and hockey teams).
It is also very close to Niagara Falls, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the US & Canada! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
With all the different neighborhoods and things to do in Toronto, it can be overwhelming to visit Toronto for the first time. So that’s why I’ve put together this city guide of all the best attractions and areas to visit, along with some helpful tips for planning your trip to Canada’s most exciting city.
Though (currently) significantly smaller than NYC or London, Toronto is the fastest growing city in the world, and the second most international city (behind London)! There are over 3 million people living in the city based on the latest census information.
Toronto has not one, but TWO Chinatowns! They have a Little Italy, a neighborhood full of international restaurants, a plethora of film crews based around the city (and therefore “City of Boston” ambulances driving around…), a fountain devoted entirely to dogs, and Canada’s only NBA team (not to mention their baseball and hockey teams).
It is also very close to Niagara Falls, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the US & Canada! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: The Ultimate First Timer’s Guide to Visit Toronto
Guide Location: Canada » Toronto
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Julia Rexford
Read it on Author's Website: https://plannedwanderings.com/visit-toronto-travel-guide/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Canada » Toronto
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Julia Rexford
Read it on Author's Website: https://plannedwanderings.com/visit-toronto-travel-guide/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Hotel X Toronto
- Town Inn Suites
- Marriott City Centre Hotel
- CN Tower
- St. Lawrence Market District
- Queen Street West
- Chinatown
- Kensington Market
- Trinity Bellwoods Park
- High Park
- John P. Roberts Research Library
- Casa Loma castle
- Ripley’s Aquarium of Ontario
- Bata Shoe Museum
- Art Gallery of Ontario
- Royal Ontario Museum
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