The largest city in Canada, Toronto also happens to be the fifth largest in the continent of North America. With a population of over two and a half million people, Toronto is divided into different neighbourhoods - each with something different to offer. Toronto has a vast number of immigrants - second only to Miami as far as being the city with the most foreign-born residents is concerned. The city thus enjoys a wide and diverse cultural scene, and many ethnic festivals are celebrated throughout the year. Weather is rather extreme in winters especially, and it’s best to visit the city either in late spring or early autumn.

To travel around the huge expanse of a city that Toronto is, it is preferable to use cars, although public transit is probably more useful downtown - the transport system is one of the most heavily used in North America and the subway is fast and efficient. Streetcars, buses and LRT also provide travelling options for a visitor to the city. Taxis are also available and even safe to use, but as is always the case with cabs in the big cities, they are not cheap. Travelling around the city on a bicycle is not unheard of.

There are plenty of tourist attractions in the city which are very accessible as well. The Royal Ontario Museum with its dinosaur and Egyptian exhibits is definitely worth a visit. So are the Art Gallery of Ontario, the Ontario Science Centre and the Bata Shoe Museum. The tallest free-standing structure on the continent, the CN Tower provides an incredible view. The Casa Loma, or the Majestic Castle of Canada, is a treat for eyes with its beautiful five-acre estate gardens, stables, towers and so on. Other places worth a look include the Black Creek Pioneer Village, Toronto City Hall and the Toronto Zoo. Canada’s Wonderland, a little off to the North from the city, is a large amusement park and is considered to be one of North America’s premier theme parks. There are also some excellent beaches and gardens located in the city.

Toronto provides visitors good options for shopping and almost the entire city has unique shopping places. The multicultural nature of the city is seen in its cuisines as well - the ethnic cuisines are authentic and delicious. Toronto also has plenty of farmer’s markets like the St. Lawrence Market and Riverdale Farm. The nightlife of Toronto is thriving in part due to the number of cafes, bars and pubs, especially in Clubland and the fashion district on Queen Street West.