Central Ontario Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Casa Loma featuring a park, château or palace and heritage elements
Collingwood Scenic Caves which includes a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and forest scenes
St. Lawrence Market featuring food, markets and signage
High Park which includes a park as well as a family
Toronto Eaton Centre showing interior views, shopping and central business district

Where to stay in Central Ontario

Downtown Toronto showing heritage architecture, a city and an administrative building

Downtown Toronto

4/5(483 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like Scotiabank Arena and CN Tower, and jump on the metro at Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop or Dundas Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Toronto
Toronto Botanical Garden which includes a garden

North York

3.5/5(15 area reviews)

Travellers love North York for its popular shops, and you can see more of Toronto by jumping on the metro at Sheppard West Station or Wilson Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Yorkdale Shopping Centre and Chesswood Arena.

North York
Toronto Zoo showing rides and a playground as well as a large group of people

Scarborough

4/5(5 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Scarborough. Spend some time visiting top spots like Scarborough Town Centre, and catch the metro at Scarborough Centre Station or McCowan Station to see more of the area.

Scarborough
Etobicoke which includes street scenes

Etobicoke

3.5/5(44 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Etobicoke. Spend some time visiting top spots like Sherway Gardens, and catch the metro at Islington Station or Royal York Station to see more of the area.

Etobicoke
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Toronto Entertainment District

Travellers choose Toronto Entertainment District for its popular aquarium. Hop aboard the metro at Spadina Ave at Bremner Blvd North Side Stop or Spadina Ave at Front St West North Side Stop and check out top sights like Rogers Centre.

Toronto Entertainment District
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Old Toronto

If you're spending time in Old Toronto, check out sights like Scotiabank Arena or CN Tower and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dundas St West at Bay St Stop or Queen St West at Bay St Stop.

Old Toronto
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
4 out of 5
33 Gerrard St W, Toronto, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.748.305 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
3.748.305 ₫
4.595.609 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (11,520 reviews)
"Excellent housekeeping staff."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
3.5 out of 5
30 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON
Fully refundable
The price is 4.538.361 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
4.538.361 ₫
5.564.375 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,218 reviews)
"A massive hotel. My room was very small with only a little window that faced a dark exterior alcove. The hotel obviously has a lot of guests, so the furniture has dents and marks and needed tending. The dark carpet did not seem clean. There was an extended power failure in the area, which meant I ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Fairmont Royal York
Fairmont Royal York
4 out of 5
100 Front St West, Toronto, ON
The price is 5.080.283 ₫ per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
5.080.283 ₫
6.228.661 ₫ total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Toronto. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,680 reviews)
"Great well serviced visit in an amazing location. Kids loved the food, pool and rooms."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Fairmont Royal York
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One King West Hotel & Residence
One King West Hotel & Residence
4 out of 5
1 King Street West, Toronto, ON
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,430 reviews)
"This was a great hotel. The staff were always friendly and helpful. It feels historical but everything is updated and in good condition."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

One King West Hotel & Residence
Residence & Conference Centre - Toronto
Residence & Conference Centre - Toronto
2.5 out of 5
1760 Finch Avenue East, Toronto, ON
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (980 reviews)
"The location was affordable and has great amenities."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Residence & Conference Centre - Toronto
RivetStays - The York
RivetStays - The York
3 out of 5
12 York St, Toronto, ON
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Scotiabank Arena and Ripley's ...
9/10 Wonderful! (382 reviews)
"Excellent location, central to everything. Convenient having grocery and LCBO across the street. Proximity to Union made accessing transit a breeze."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

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Popular places to visit

CN Tower featuring modern architecture, a city and a high-rise building

CN Tower

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Find out about the history of CN Tower, a well-known monument in Toronto. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

CN Tower
Rogers Centre

Rogers Centre

4.5/5(61 reviews)

Rogers Centre is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Toronto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Rogers Centre
Canada's Wonderland

Canada's Wonderland

4/5(12 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Canada's Wonderland and see why this is a favourite theme park in Vaughan. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Canada's Wonderland
Scotiabank Arena

Scotiabank Arena

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Catch an event at Scotiabank Arena during your trip to Toronto. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Scotiabank Arena
Toronto Eaton Centre featuring signage, shopping and interior views

CF Toronto Eaton Centre

4.5/5(184 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to CF Toronto Eaton Centre, a favourite shopping spot in Toronto. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

CF Toronto Eaton Centre
Vaughan Mills Mall featuring flowers as well as a small group of people

Vaughan Mills Mall

4.5/5(14 reviews)

When you visit Vaughan Mills Mall, a popular shopping spot in Vaughan, you can browse for souvenirs. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Vaughan Mills Mall

Cities near Central Ontario

Toronto

Toronto

Richmond Hill which includes a garden and a river or creek as well as a small group of people

Richmond Hill

Barrie Arboretum at Sunnidale Park showing hiking or walking and a garden as well as a couple

Barrie

Burlington

Burlington