Toronto
Canada's multicultural metropolis
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Toronto Travel Tools
Interactive tools to help you plan the perfect Toronto trip.
Writing Inspiration
Toronto Journal Prompts
Thoughtful questions to capture the essence of your Toronto experience.
Location-Specific
Describe your first view of the Toronto skyline—the CN Tower dominating everything. How did the scale feel?
Write about Toronto's neighborhoods—Kensington Market, the Distillery District, Queen West. Which felt most alive?
How did Toronto's multiculturalism show up in your experience? The food, the languages, the faces?
What was your experience with the PATH—the underground city beneath the streets?
Sensory Details
What was it like to stand at the base of the CN Tower or look down from the observation deck?
Describe St. Lawrence Market or another food market experience.
How did the city's relationship with the arts and sports show up in your visit?
Memory Triggers
If you could take one Toronto neighborhood home, which would it be?
What taste of Toronto will stay with you? Peameal bacon? Poutine? A meal from a specific neighborhood?
Describe your most "only in Toronto" moment.
What would you tell someone who only knows Toronto as "Canada's big city"?
Reflection
How did Toronto compare to other major cities you've visited?
What did the city's diversity teach you about what a metropolis can be?
If you lived here, which neighborhood would claim you?
What part of Toronto will you carry with you forever?
Photography Guide
Toronto Photo Checklist
Essential shots to capture, with tips from photographers who know the city.
CN Tower from different angles
From the Rogers Centre, the waterfront, or framed by downtown buildings
Toronto skyline from Toronto Islands
Take the ferry and look back for the postcard view
Distillery District cobblestones and galleries
The Victorian industrial buildings now house art and cafes
City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square
The futuristic arches and reflecting pool
Royal Ontario Museum's crystal addition
The angular modern extension jutting into the street
Graffiti Alley (Rush Lane)
The ever-changing street art in Queen West
Kensington Market street life
Vintage shops, produce stands, and eclectic storefronts
St. Lawrence Market vendors
Saturday morning for the farmers market; weekdays for the permanent stalls
Chinatown's Spadina Avenue
The largest Chinatown in North America
Little Italy or Greektown street scene
The ethnic neighborhoods have their own character
Streetcar on Queen or King Street
The red streetcars are iconic Toronto transit
Hockey memorabilia or Raptors fans
Sports culture runs deep—capture the enthusiasm
Places to Remember
Your Toronto Memory Map
Pin these locations in TripMemo and use the prompts to capture meaningful moments.
CN Tower Experience
landmark
Looking up or looking down
Did you go up? Did you try the EdgeWalk? What did you see?
Toronto Islands
experience
The ferry ride and car-free island life
What did you do on the islands? What was the skyline view like?
St. Lawrence Market
food
The famous weekend market
Did you get the peameal bacon sandwich? What else did you discover?
Kensington Market Wander
hidden gem
Bohemian Toronto at its best
What shops or cafes caught your attention?
Distillery District Visit
experience
Art and history in Victorian buildings
What galleries or shops did you explore?
Best Food Discovery
food
The meal that surprised you
What cuisine? What neighborhood? What made it special?
Neighborhood Exploration
hidden gem
The area beyond the tourist spots
Which neighborhood felt most "you"?
Sports or Culture Moment
experience
A game, a show, or a museum
What did you see? How was the crowd?
The PATH Underground
experience
The underground city beneath the streets
Did you get lost? What did you find?
Your "Only in Toronto" Moment
personal
When the city surprised you
What happened that captured Toronto's spirit?
Inspiration
Sample Journal Entries
See how other travelers captured their Toronto experiences.
The Market on Saturday
St. Lawrence Market, Toronto
Got there at 7am thinking I'd beat the crowds. The crowds had the same idea. St. Lawrence Market on a Saturday morning is chaos in the best way: vendors shouting, the smell of peameal bacon frying, displays of produce and cheese and bread that look like Renaissance paintings. I pushed through to Carousel Bakery for the famous sandwich. Peameal bacon, soft bun, mustard if you want it. Simple. Perfect. Ate it standing up because there's nowhere to sit. This is how a city should start its weekend.
Photo Captions
- “7am and already packed. This city takes its market seriously.”
- “The produce displays belong in a museum.”
- “The line for Carousel Bakery. Worth every minute.”
Kensington Color
Kensington Market, Toronto
Kensington Market is what happens when you let a neighborhood grow without rules. Victorian houses painted in wild colors. Vintage shops spilling onto the sidewalk. A cheese store next to a tattoo parlor next to a vegan cafe next to a fishmonger. Someone was playing guitar on a corner. Someone else was selling crystals from a blanket. I bought used records I don't need and coffee from a place that roasts its own beans. Nobody was in a hurry. Nobody was checking their phone. This is Toronto's weird heart, and I love it.
Photo Captions
- “Where Victorian houses become street art.”
- “The vintage shop that almost emptied my wallet.”
- “Cheese here. Tattoos there. Nobody questions it.”
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What to Journal in Toronto
Toronto offers countless moments worth capturing. Here are the experiences that make the best travel journal entries.
Multicultural neighborhoods
Waterfront
CN Tower views
Food diversity
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Toronto Travel FAQ
Common Questions About Toronto
What's the best time to visit Toronto?
The best months to visit Toronto are Jun, Jul, Aug when you'll find ideal weather and manageable crowds. Peak season is May, Jun, Jul, while Spring/Autumn offers a good balance of weather and fewer tourists. Climate data sourced from historical weather records.
View data sourceHow much does it cost to visit Toronto per day?
Daily costs in Toronto range from C$85 for budget travelers (hostels, street food) to C$380 for comfortable travel (4-star hotels, nice restaurants). Budget estimates based on crowdsourced cost data. Use our budget calculator for a detailed breakdown.
View data sourceWhat should I journal about in Toronto?
Toronto offers rich journaling opportunities. Focus on Multicultural neighborhoods, Waterfront, CN Tower views. TripMemo helps you organize photos by location and create beautiful day-by-day entries of your journey.
How do I document a Toronto trip with TripMemo?
TripMemo is perfect for Toronto. Create a TripBook, add photos and notes daily, and watch your journey unfold on an interactive map. The app works offline—essential for areas with spotty WiFi—and organizes thousands of photos automatically by date and location.
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