Toronto walking route: Niagara Falls to Kensington Market
This 30.9 km route covers a two-day Toronto travel experience, starting from Niagara Falls and returning to downtown Toronto. The journey spans approximately 13 minutes of driving time and connects major attractions across the Greater Toronto Area.
- Distance
- 30.9 km
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Niagara Falls
- End
- Fort York
- Stops
- 11
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Niagara Falls — Iconic natural waterfall on the Canada-US border, featuring boat tours that bring visitors close to the cascading waters and misty spray.
- Chiang Mai Thai Kitchen & Bar — Authentic Thai restaurant serving traditional northern Thai cuisine in a casual dining atmosphere, popular for its bold flavors and regional specialties.
- Polson Pier — Historic waterfront pier on Lake Ontario offering scenic views, recreational pathways, and access to cultural venues and public spaces.
- St. Lawrence Market
- Carousel Bakery — Famous Toronto bakery renowned for its world-famous pea meal sandwich made with Canadian bacon on a bun.
- Graffiti Alley — Vibrant laneway filled with colorful street art and graffiti murals, a popular spot for photographers and art enthusiasts in downtown Toronto.
- Kensington Market
- Golden Patty — Popular fast-casual restaurant specializing in Caribbean-inspired fried chicken patties and comfort food with quick service and affordable pricing.
- Dundas Square
- Nathan Phillips Square — Iconic civic plaza featuring the famous Toronto sign, water spray system, and perfect for people-watching and celebrating the city.
- Fort York — Historic military fort with scenic views of Toronto's waterfront and surrounding cityscape.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Fly into YYZ (Toronto Pearson Airport). Super Chief flights from New York to Toronto available for $28.
- Tip
- Plan at least 2 days in Toronto. Consider adding a day trip to Niagara Falls (1.5 hour drive from Toronto).
- Food
- Try peameal bacon on a bun at Carousel Bakery, a world-famous Canadian specialty. Spicy version highly recommended.
- Tip
- Niagara City Cruises boat tour costs $32 CAD per person. Ponchos included with entrance fee—wear them, you will get soaked.
- Avoid
- Niagara Falls viewing is free to walk around, but parking is not free. Budget accordingly.
- Tip
- Visit St. Lawrence Market (200+ years old) on weekends. Two-floor market with local businesses: food, restaurants, butchers, groceries, souvenirs.
- Tip
- The Porch Rooftop has some of the best CN Tower views in Toronto. Entry is $10 CAD per person. Stairs lead to viewing area.
- Food
- Golden Patty in Kensington Market has a line—if there's a line, the food is probably good. Try Jamaican patties here.
- Food
- Real Fruit Smoothie is highly recommended by locals for quality fruit smoothies (mango flavor highlighted).
- Tip
- Kensington Market shows Toronto's diversity with Nigerian, Jamaican, Mexican, Indian, and Chinese food options. Great for walking and people-watching.
- Tip
- Nathan Phillips Square is busiest during good weather (weekends/June). Features Toronto sign and sprinkler water system.
- Tip
- Dundas Square offers Times Square-like vibes with billboards, lights, and water features. Best visited at night.
Video on this route
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