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Toronto Travel Facts
Toronto is Canada's largest city and the capital of Ontario, set on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. With around 2.9 million people in the city and 6.6 million across the wider metro, it is one of the most multicultural urban areas in the world - more than half of residents were born outside Canada.
The skyline is anchored by the CN Tower, with distinctive neighbourhoods such as Kensington Market, Queen West, the Distillery District, Little Italy, and Chinatown showcasing the city's diversity. Niagara Falls is about 90 minutes south by road, the Muskoka lakes are two hours north, and the city itself offers four-season events from TIFF and the Caribbean Carnival to winter skating at Nathan Phillips Square.
Country
Canada
Region
Ontario
Population
~2.9 million city / ~6.6 million metro
Elevation
76 m
Time Zone
EST (UTC-5) / EDT (UTC-4)
Currency
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Language
English (French nationally co-official)
Nearest Airport
Toronto Pearson International (YYZ); Billy Bishop (YTZ)
Airport to City Centre
YYZ ~25 km / 25 min on UP Express; YTZ on Lake Ontario at downtown
Typical Cost Level
High
Transport Pass
PRESTO card for TTC subway, streetcars, GO Transit
Spring (Mar-May)
-1-18°C, fresh and changeable
Summer (Jun-Aug)
16-27°C, warm and humid, festival season
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
1-20°C, foliage in October
Winter (Dec-Feb)
-7-0°C, snow common, can be very cold
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Toronto Destination FAQ
May to October is the most pleasant window, with the warmest months being June to August - perfect for harbour cruises, patios, and the islands. September brings TIFF and milder temperatures. December has Christmas markets and ice skating, but January and February can hit -15 C.
Toronto Pearson (YYZ) is about 25 km from downtown. The UP Express train reaches Union Station in 25 minutes for around CAD 12. The 192 Airport Rocket bus to Kipling subway is cheaper but slower. Uber/Lyft typically cost CAD 50-80. Billy Bishop (YTZ) is on Lake Ontario at downtown.
The TTC's subway, streetcars, and buses cover the city well; load a PRESTO card or use contactless payment. Uber and Lyft work everywhere. The PATH underground walkway is invaluable in winter. GO Transit reaches the wider region for day trips.
Three to four days covers the CN Tower, Distillery District, ROM, AGO, St. Lawrence Market, and a sampling of neighbourhoods like Kensington Market and Queen West. Add 1-2 days for Niagara Falls; another day for the Toronto Islands in summer.
Toronto is among the safest large cities in North America. Standard precautions apply at night around bus terminals and quieter downtown streets. The TTC is generally safe but use common sense on late-night routes.
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