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Toronto

Toronto is Canada's most dynamic city, blending world-class food, diverse neighborhoods, and major attractions at a fraction of the cost of comparable U.S. or European metropolises. The strong USD-to-CAD exchange rate (roughly 1 USD = 1.36 CAD) gives American visitors an instant discount on nearly everything.

Family-friendlySolo-woman-friendlyLGBTQ-friendlyGreat for first-timersVery safeWalkableDigital-nomad-friendly

Why go to Toronto

  • CN Tower

    Iconic 1,815-ft tower with a glass floor and sweeping views over Lake Ontario and the skyline.

  • Royal Ontario Museum

    Canada's largest museum with dinosaur galleries, world cultures, and a striking crystal-facade addition.

  • Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

    Walk-through shark tunnel and glowing jellyfish gallery right beside the CN Tower.

  • Distillery District

    Beautifully preserved Victorian industrial complex packed with galleries, breweries, and street art-free to wander.

  • Toronto Islands

    A quick ferry ride delivers car-free beaches, skyline panoramas, and Centreville Amusement Park.

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Good to know in Toronto

  • Transit: The TTC (subway, streetcar, bus) costs $3.30 CAD (~$2.40 USD) per ride with a PRESTO card; buy one on arrival and avoid cash surcharges.
  • Tipping: 15-18% is standard at sit-down restaurants; many terminals now prompt for 18-25%-you can always tap 'custom' and enter 15%.
  • Tap water: Toronto tap water is clean, safe, and free-carry a refillable bottle and skip the $3 bottled water.
  • Free-entry days: The Royal Ontario Museum offers free admission on Tuesday evenings (5-8:30 PM); the Art Gallery of Ontario is free for visitors under 25 any day.

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Toronto, Canada travel guide: top sights, what it costs, and how to plan it