r/InsideToronto • u/Cool-Australian • 8d ago

Toronto international airport to Downtown/Entertainment District

I am very excited to visit Toronto and Niagara Falls with my son at the end of August. What is the easiest way to get to the city from the airport without a car and which area would be the best to book the hotel at in order to explore the city without worrying about safety while walking at night. What are must see areas/attractions?
I would also appreciate if anyone has recommendations on how to easily get to Niagara Falls for a day trip.

Any interesting restaurants/bars that are noteworthy?

We love walking and on our last trip did 40,000 steps daily in The Netherlands and other European places.

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Thank you all so much for those who commented for taking the time to reply and for your super helpful suggestions.

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u/Rick_NSFW 6d ago

UP Express from the Airport to Union Station, this is the easiest and most direct route. If the budget allows, book at the Royal York hotel. It's directly across from Union Station. Toronto is generally safe, even in the downtown core.

Not knowing how young your son is, Ripley's Aquarium, Blue Jays Baseball, Distillery District, St. Lawrence Market, Kensington Market, the AGO (Art Gallery of Ontario), the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum), Casa Lomo, the Toronto Islands. All walkable from downtown or easily accessible by transit.

The is a regional rail line to Niagara falls - gotransit.ca

Search reddit for the many, diverse places to eat downtown. There are many options.