5 best things to do in Toronto
The essentials of Toronto with the booking notes that actually matter — which tickets sell out, which slots are quietest, which formats reward the advance purchase. Every booking happens with the provider you choose.
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Attractions, tours, day trips and transport passes from major providers — instant mobile tickets.
The Toronto shortlist
- CN Tower EdgeWalk or deck — the 360 restaurant rotates; EdgeWalk is the harness-and-ledge splurge.
- Ripley’s Aquarium & downtown walk — the underwater tunnel below the tower.
- Distillery District & Christmas market (in season) — the Victorian brick streets, pedestrian-only.
- Kensington Market & Chinatown walk — the bohemian market streets beside the second-largest Chinatown.
- Niagara Falls day trip — the Horseshoe falls, 90 minutes out; boat season April–November.
Flying in, Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) serves the city — attraction districts sit 30–60 minutes away at typical city speeds.
Compare Toronto activity providers
- Klook — Toronto activities — the widest catalogue, instant QR tickets, strong on transport passes and day trips.
- KKday — Toronto experiences — local-led formats and small-group tours.
- Tiqets — museums and landmarks with instant mobile entry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the number one thing to do in Toronto?
CN Tower EdgeWalk or deck — the 360 restaurant rotates; EdgeWalk is the harness-and-ledge splurge. Start there, then build the itinerary around it.
Do I need to book Toronto attractions in advance?
The headline attractions reward advance booking — timed-entry systems and quota tickets mean walk-up availability is worst exactly when you want to visit. Everything on this page links to providers showing live availability.
How many days do you need in Toronto?
Three to four days covers the shortlist above at a humane pace for a first visit; add days for the day-trip formats rather than compressing the city itself.
Is a city pass worth it in Toronto?
Run the arithmetic honestly: a pass wins when you would genuinely visit three-plus ticketed attractions in its window. Our provider links show pass options side by side with single tickets — compare before committing.