Planning a trip to Toronto? Let's go!
Written by
Emma Harrison
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5 min read
Why you should plan a trip to Toronto!
Culturally diverse, cosmopolitan with award-winning cuisine, Toronto has an abundance of art, history, culture and food to offer every discerning traveller.
Whether you favour fascinating museums, Toronto’s happening nightlife, its vibrant food scene or something else entirely, if you are looking to plan a trip to Ontario’s compelling capital, then you are in the right place!
Make sure you pay a visit to one of the most mesmerising neighbourhoods in the city - the Distillery District. Brimming with the most sumptuous architecture stemming from the Victorian era, charming cobblestone streets and some of the city’s best restaurants, the Distillery District is THE place to be day and night.
From its quirky art galleries to marvellous micro-breweries, this area is widely regarded as Canada's premier arts, culture and entertainment destination and it’s here you will find hipster bars, intriguing eateries, unique boutiques and more!
Where to stay in Toronto
Ace by name, ace by nature, the Ace hotel is also in an ‘ace’ location, just on the outskirts of Chinatown and King West. The Ace hotel is one of the funkiest hotels in the city, with record players and vinyl records in every room. Adorned in warm wood furnishings and neutral tones, the hotel’s overall decor is airy and contemporary.
Whilst there’s an abundance of incredible restaurants to add to the ‘Eat & Drink’ section of your Toronto Pinboard, make sure you add a dinner reservation to the Alder, the hotel’s restaurant at least once! Without doubt, it’s one of the city’s finest and it’s also a hit with the locals thanks to it being a great place to people watch!
Stay from just £1788 based on two people sharing a room for seven days and you can also find flights from just £500 from London (based on a weeks stay)
TOP TRAVEL TIPS
Here are our top three travel tips when planning a trip to Toronto:
Plan your travel itinerary ahead of your trip with Pogo - organising your itinerary in advance really does help maximise your time in Toronto whilst minimising any stress.
Add all the things you want to see and do in this vibrant Canadian city to the ‘See and Do’ section of your Toronto Pinboard. Why not buy the CityPASS® which is a fantastic option, especially for first-time visitors to the city as it bundles some of the city's most renowned attractions like the Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto Zoo, and Ripley's Aquarium at a reduced price.
Another positive aspect of planning your trip with Pogo is that it gets you in the mindset to book tickets in advance for all the top attractions such as the iconic CN Tower. There’s so much to explore when visiting Toronto, so it’s definitely worthwhile planning ahead.Talking of the tower, this is one of the most popular things to do when visiting Toronto. Widely considered to be one of the best places to enjoy the most breathtaking views of the city and the sparkling waters of Lake Ontario below.
From enjoying a glass of champagne at the revolving 360 Restaurant to taking a walk on the wild side on the glass floor of the EdgeWalk which at 342 metres high offers an exhilarating and thrilling experience which is not for the faint hearted!Wondering when is the best time to book your trip to Toronto? Thankfully, it’s one of those amazing cities that are absolutely brilliant all-year round! Use your trip planning skills to determine what you want to get out of your trip.
From the coolest festivals in summer to experiencing spring’s blooming cherry blossoms to enjoying the rich colours of autumn, plot out the best things to do each season in Toronto.
