Southern Ontario Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Casa Loma which includes a castle, a garden and heritage elements
Sunset Point Park featuring a garden and signage
Southern Ontario
Royal Ontario Museum which includes street scenes, modern architecture and a city
Photo provided by Ontario's Southwest

Where to stay in Southern Ontario

Downtown Toronto showing heritage architecture, a city and an administrative building

Downtown Toronto

4.5/5(123 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like Scotiabank Arena and CN Tower, and jump on the metro at Dundas Station or Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown Toronto
Toronto Botanical Garden which includes a garden

North York

5/5(1 area review)

Travellers love North York for its popular shops, and you can see more of Toronto by jumping on the metro at Sheppard West Station or Wilson Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Yorkdale Shopping Centre and Chesswood Arena.

North York
Toronto Zoo showing rides and a playground as well as a large group of people

Scarborough

5/5(1 area review)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Scarborough. Spend some time visiting top spots like Scarborough Town Centre, and catch the metro at Scarborough Centre Station or McCowan Station to see more of the area.

Scarborough
Etobicoke which includes street scenes

Etobicoke

4/5(20 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Etobicoke. Spend some time visiting top spots like Sherway Gardens, and catch the metro at Islington Station or Royal York Station to see more of the area.

Etobicoke
Default Image

Toronto Entertainment District

Travellers choose Toronto Entertainment District for its popular aquarium. Hop aboard the metro at Spadina Ave at Bremner Blvd North Side Stop or Spadina Ave at Front St West North Side Stop and check out top sights like Rogers Centre.

Toronto Entertainment District
Default Image

Old Toronto

If you're spending time in Old Toronto, check out sights like Scotiabank Arena or CN Tower and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dundas St West at Bay St Stop or Queen St West at Bay St Stop.

Old Toronto
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
4 out of 5
33 Gerrard St W, Toronto, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$302 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$302
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (11,518 reviews)
"Perfect location close to everything . If there was english breakfast tea in the room would be great 😊"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
3.5 out of 5
30 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$353 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$353
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,218 reviews)
"All clean, fresh, and the staff was so helpful throughout our stay"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Fairmont Royal York
Fairmont Royal York
4 out of 5
100 Front St West, Toronto, ON
The price is NZ$547 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$547
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Toronto. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,734 reviews)
"Bathroom is a bit out of date."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Royal York
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
One King West Hotel & Residence
One King West Hotel & Residence
4 out of 5
1 King Street West, Toronto, ON
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,456 reviews)
"Staff was thoughtful, very informative. Love the bar after the Yankee Jays game!!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

One King West Hotel & Residence
RivetStays - The York
RivetStays - The York
3 out of 5
12 York St, Toronto, ON
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Scotiabank Arena and Ripley's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (385 reviews)
"Excellent location, central to everything. Convenient having grocery and LCBO across the street. Proximity to Union made accessing transit a breeze."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

RivetStays - The York
Residence & Conference Centre - Toronto
Residence & Conference Centre - Toronto
2.5 out of 5
1760 Finch Avenue East, Toronto, ON
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (988 reviews)
"The location was affordable and has great amenities."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Residence & Conference Centre - Toronto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Cities near Southern Ontario