Take the water taxi. They don't follow their posted schedule and there is zero communication. You…read morecan stare at an empty ferry for in line for hours with no explanation. Turns out they were short staffed but didn't bother to tell the massive crowd that was waiting. Avoid.

Enjoyed my ride. It was short overall and worth the time and effort to reach Toronto Islands.read more

Toronto's union station is well laid out with many connection options available to travelers…read more Walking distance to many downtown Toronto locations and light rail or bus options for those places a little further away. Plus tunnels connect many of the buildings nearby meaning that you can walk to different places but remain inside which is especially helpful when the weather is bad. I love the public transportation options in and around Toronto.

Union Station is a remarkable hub that seamlessly combines history with modern convenience. As one…read moreof Canada's busiest transit stations, it is not only a vital transportation link but also a stunning architectural landmark. The blend of old-world charm and contemporary design is truly impressive. Inside, you will find a vibrant atmosphere with a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite, enjoying a coffee before your journey, or looking for unique gifts, there is something for everyone. My favourite is Alley Bubble Tea and Chocollata Brigadeiros gelato shop. They even have various sorbets and vegan cone! The spacious concourse is well-maintained and organized. It is an easy space to navigate. From Uniqlo to Sephora, the options are endless! Pro tip: if you see a long line up near the entrance by the % Arabica coffee shop , there is a good chance companies are giving away freebies! Pro tip 2: there is a TD lounge for special TD credit card holders!

My husband and I had 24 hours to make the most of our trip, and opting for Guided Toronto was the…read morebest choice we could have made. From booking the tour up until the meet up, everything was coordinated and communicated efficiently. We chose the free walking guided tour: ARTS, FOOD, CULTURE. And yes, you read that correctly, it was FREE! Gaby, our guide, was on time and had great energy from the start. Upon meeting her we knew we were in good hands. She was super knowledgeable and we learned a lot of historical facts. She walked us through a lot of sites off the beaten path as well as iconic landmarks. Overall it is a 2 hour walking adventure so be sure to wear comfy shoes and bring water! Of note, this tour is rain or shine. It happened to be torrentially raining the morning of our tour. But sure enough, Gaby reached out to ensure that the tour would go on. Luckily the day cleared up and we were able to explore the sites as planned. We would highly recommend choosing Guided Toronto if you're looking for a real and fun way to explore the city. It truly was a memorable experience. PS: This particular tour is F R E E. Be a decent human being and leave your guide a tip.

I had a great time with Gaby touring the downtown of Toronto. Excelent knowledge to introduce you…read moreto at varius depth as per your interest and taste. Whatever your intelectual curosity is, just dig down to know more and she opens up with her Britanica on the Canada, Ontario, Toronto, culture, food, local joints and entertainments etc. I would not like forget to mention on her dedication for this free service. Though I ended- up as only person confirmed for the day, she turned up in scheduled time and not at all reluctant to give a private tour to my full expectations. Thanks and Best luck Gaby for your endeavours and hope to see you back sometime again as Toronto and your familarity with it has so much more to offer. Ranjan

This is on the actual ferry to the Centre island, and this is a must if you're in Toronto. It was…read moresuch a good experience to see the city on the water and it felt like we were transported to another world when we got to the islands. It was also really easy and efficient to just walk up and get tickets at the ferry terminal.

I went to Jack Layton Ferry Terminal on a Thursday around 2:06pm and there was a long line! The…read moreline went by fast so that's good. The ferry ride was smooth and it only took about 15 minutes to get to a Toronto Island using the ferry. It was fun seeing the different views of the Toronto skylines. I had lots of fun recording videos and taking pictures at the top deck on the boat. You can also choose where you want to sit, like if you want to be indoors or outdoors and you can constantly walk around the boat too. Ok so the reason why I took the ferry was because it brings you to Toronto Island. Toronto Island is a place with a lot of different activities and beaches. For example, they have a theme park, a variety of small beaches like a nude beach, and also places to sit and relax. You can also get a good Toronto skyline view there too! I'd recommend this ferry! It wasn't bumpy, but the boat can get crowded. Later, I found out that there are also a thing called "water taxis" if you want a private ride to and from the island, so that option would be good for people who don't want to be on a crowded boat.

getting a chance to see this maintenance plant during doors open was an absolute blast. being the…read moresole yard that repairs trains on line 2(bloor line) the facilities are split into two buildings, a cleaning station for the outside of the subways, and the main building to make repairs to the cars. the first part of the tour is a subway ride around the physical yard, which is an awesome sight to see. when you get to the maintenance building you get to see every and all methods towards fixing any and all parts of an inidividual subway car. if they offer this tour on the next doors open, come very early or you will be stuck here all day.

Most people who come to Toronto miss the fact that most of the life in the city happens in thei…read morewest end. This is a great way to explore Toronto's Queen West and Ossinton area, as well as exploring the new community of Liberty Village. Melinda, who runs this tour is a dynamic tour guide and knows the neighbourhood well as anyone. She shared all sorts of great stories and recommended places for food and drinks during the tour, which I was excited to try out later. Happy to have tried this out.

Melvin was THE BEST tour guide I've had to date!!…read more Had an amazing experience. First time in Toronto and Niagara Falls. I highly recommend this tour. Very informative. Free time to walk around, shop and eat. Great stops!! Of course my favorite was where I was able to do some wine tasting. Adorable little town. It was all so much better than I imagined. Cheers!!

I went on the Toronto to Niagara tour on Saturday, 9/2/2017. When registering for the tour online…read morethey give you the additional options of choosing whether you want to visit the Skylon Tower and/or taking the Hornblower Boat Cruise in Niagara Falls. I chose both and it only cost me $94.37 (in US dollars). In Canadian dollars it's $123.72. I made my reservations months ahead of time. After making the reservation, I received an email confirming all the details of trip including where to meet. The tour group met at Dundas Square (Toronto's answer to Times Square) at 8am. I got there half an hour early & waited. Toronto doesn't have as much crime as most large USA cities but you still should be somewhat streetwise at Dundas Square. One homeless guy thought I was waiting on a bus & tried to give me his bus transfer & another asked me if a nearby water fountain was working. But in true Canadian fashion both were polite in comparison to what you see in the States. Around 8am a shuttle bus & a black car showed up. Most people got in the shuttle but I rode the car & we separated. I think it was because the ones in the shuttle must not have chosen to go to the Skylon Tower or the boat cruise. The tour group who rode with me in the car consisted of 4 people total. Besides myself, there was a married couple originally from Peru but now living in San Francisco & our driver/tour guide. I believe his name was Melvin & he is an older, friendly white Canadian who is married to a woman from New Jersey. He's very proud of his country & is quite the historian. I slept half the way to Niagara Falls but I do remember Melvin playing a rousing choral version of the Canadian national anthem in his car along with some music that sounded like Christian pop. He has an offbeat Canadian sense of humor & sometimes you can't tell he's making a joke until he laughs at the end of it. A couple of the funnies I did get was when he joked about the US/Canada border being too big for Trump to build a border wall & knowing I live in Atlanta he ribbed me about how the Falcons lost the Super Bowl. When we got to the town of Niagara Falls, our first stop was at the Skylon Tower. At 520 feet, the tower has an observation deck that gives you a view of both the American & Canadian side of Niagara Falls. If you visit the observation deck it's best to wear a jacket because it's windy & chilly up there. We had our pictures taken before going up and once we got back down they will try to sell them to you with a photoshopped picture of the falls in the background. I bought two large photos placed inside a leather album for a little over $50. They also tried to sell me one where they photoshopped my upper body sticking out of a barrel going over the falls but I didn't buy that one. My favorite part of the tour was the Hornblower Boat Cruise that takes you as close as you'll want to get to the Canadian Niagara Falls. They give you thin plastic ponchos to wear because you're guaranteed to get wet. I stood in the front of the outside of the bottom deck. The ride is calm at first. Then the mist gets stronger until you get as wet as if it you were in a rainstorm. Up close the falls resemble the scene in the Ten Commandments movie when Moses parts the Red Sea. The walls of water will eventually be all you see besides the blue sky. It's an experience you don't want to miss. After the boat tour we stood on the balcony-like spectator area overlooking the falls. Then we went to the town of Niagara on the Lake, Ontario. It's a small, touristy town with a park & an old-fashioned downtown. The Prince of Wales Hotel (where some of the movie "It's A Wonderful Life" was filmed) is here. We ate a lunch at one of the local restaurants (the price of the meal isn't included in your tour payment). My meal consisted of a chicken sandwich and soda for a little over $10. Next we went to a wine tasting (included in our tour at no extra charge). It was here that I had my first taste of alcohol since 2009. The only one who didn't sample any of the world renown Canadian iced wine was our driver/tour guide. We also got to view the vineyard from a short distance. Before going back to Toronto some of the other things we saw: the outside of a reservoir that uses the water from Niagara Falls to generate electricity; a sort of botanical clock made of flowers; a cable car that crosses a gorge near the falls; a place commemorating Laura Secord (a woman who walked 20 miles to let British troops know American solders were nearby during the War of 1812); one of the world's smallest chapels (it looks barely large enough to squeeze in 2 or 3 people); & we even passed by an outdoor wedding in process. We got back to Toronto around 4pm. Melvin dropped the couple off at their hotel & then was kind enough to put me out near the guest house I was staying at. This was one of the most thorough tours I've ever been on. A perfect 5 stars!

We did the 1 hour harbor tour and really enjoyed it! We had many great views of the skyline and…read moreenjoyed seeing the islands as well. The two person crew did a great job both driving the boat and talking about the sights we were seeing. I enjoyed learning a bit more about the city. One heads up...the stairs down into the main seating area are extremely steep. It's only a few, and the railings are sturdy, but for someone with balance or mobility challenges this could be hard. It might be worth calling ahead to see if space on the small back upper level is prioritized for those who can't navigate the stairs.

Amazing experience doing the boat tour of Toronto! Amazing staff! Really funny and friendly! Highly…read morerecommend this place to others!