About Toronto

Welcome to the World’s Best-Kept Travel Secret

Toronto possesses the best features of the world in one clean, safe, friendly place. Consider this:

  • A theatre scene rivaled only by London and New York
  • More than 80 cultures from around the globe
  • Attractions that range from high art to lively family fun
  • Polished services for business travelers
  • A shopping mecca with international flair
  • A friendly, open and welcoming attitude
  • Some of the best dining the world has to offer
  • Year-round international festivals of film, culture, music and more
  • Miles of waterfront, beaches, boardwalks and trails
  • One of the safest cities in the world for residents and visitors alike

What could possibly make this any better? How about packing many of our most popular attractions within walking distance of each other! In downtown Toronto, a leisurely walk is all it takes to travel between thousands of hotel rooms, great sporting venues, the CN Tower, major convention centres, endless shopping, top theatre, the waterfront, and inspired cuisine.

And beyond the vibrant and quirky neighbourhoods of the city are more fabulous attractions, plus breathtaking countryside, Niagara Falls, a world-class wine region and dozens of outdoor adventures – all just a short drive away.

So what are you waiting for? Come to Toronto and experience the world within a city™ for yourself.

Situated 566 feet above sea level on the northern shore of Lake Ontario (part of the Great Lakes system), Toronto is one of the southernmost cities in Canada. In fact, it has nearly the same latitude as northern California.

  • Home to more than 100 cultures, Toronto truly is the world within a city™
  • With a population of 4.2 million, Toronto is Canada 's largest city
  • Toronto is the 5th-largest city in North America, after Mexico City, Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago
  • One-quarter of Canada 's population is located within 160 km (100 mi.) of the city
  • More than 60% of the population of the United States is within a 90-minute flight
  • As the capital of Ontario, Toronto is the seat of government for Canada ’s most populous province and is the industrial and business centre for the country 

For more information about Toronto, go to: www.torontotourism.com