Pocket Toronto

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan an unforgettable trip to Toronto. Admire city skyline views, join an eco-workshop, enjoy a free festival, with the latest edition of our Pocket travel guide and find 'perfect day' itineraries, fun walking tours and tips so you can discover twice the city in half the time.

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Toronto.

Imagine a place where vibrant street art rubs shoulders with world-class museums, and neighbourhood eateries serve Michelin-worthy dishes from across the globe. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have been dazzled by the culinary wonders of St Lawrence Market, marveled at Casa Loma, and sailed to the Toronto Islands. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Toronto travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Easy-to-use design so you can navigate Toronto effortlessly
• Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Toronto
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Hockey Hall of Fame, to Fort York, and High Park
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Covers: Entertainment & Financial Districts; Waterfront; Old Town & Distillery District; Downtown Core & the Village; Chinatown, Kensington Market, Queen West & Little Italy; Yorkville, the Annex & University of Toronto; Trinity Bellwoods & the West End; East Toronto plus a day trip to Niagara Falls

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Toronto.