How to Plan a Trip to Toronto
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Canada needs.
Fly into
YYZ
Country
Canada
Suggested stay
3–5 days
Base yourself
Distillery Historic District
Your 4-step Toronto plan
Step 1 — Book flights to YYZ
Pearson Airport (YYZ) is the main gateway to Toronto. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to YYZStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Distillery Historic District for the best first-time visit — Victorian industrial complex turned arts district.
Where to stay in TorontoStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Distillery Historic District, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Toronto.
Things to do in TorontoBefore you book — visa check
Canada eTA required for most visa-exempt nationalities (except US) — apply at canada.ca/eTA ($7 CAD, instant approval). US citizens need passport only.
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