Trip to Toronto

🗺️ Our Route

August 11–23, 2026 – Toronto and Niagara Falls family trip with Leon and Emil, getting around with a rental car for the whole trip.

Day 1 – Monday, August 11

Arrival in Toronto. Check in at the Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Airport West/Mississauga – easy first day, explore the neighbourhood, grab dinner downtown.

Day 2 – Tuesday, August 12

Toronto Zoo & African Safari

One of the largest zoos in the world – a full day for sure. Don’t miss the African Savanna section. Bring snacks and comfortable shoes, the zoo is huge!

🎟️ Tip: Book tickets online in advance, or include it in the Toronto CityPASS to save money.

Day 3 – Wednesday, August 13

CN Tower & Ripley’s Aquarium

Start the morning at the CN Tower – the glass floor is a must, the kids will love (or hate) it! Right next door is Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, perfect for the afternoon. Both are included in the Toronto CityPASS.

Day 4 – Thursday, August 14

Toronto Island

Take the ferry from Jack Layton Ferry Terminal to the Toronto Islands. Beaches, bike rentals, and a great view of the skyline. The water is calm and perfect for kids.

Day 5–6 – Friday–Saturday, August 15–16

Africa Lion Safari & overnight in Hamilton

About 1.5 hours from Toronto in Hamilton. Drive through the safari park with animals roaming freely around the car – always a highlight for the kids! Check out of the Toronto hotel in the morning and spend the night in Hamilton at the Visitors Inn before heading on to Niagara Falls.

Day 6–7 – Saturday–Sunday, August 16–17

Niagara Falls (1 overnight stay)

Stay at the Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites – absolutely worth it, especially at night when the falls are lit up!

Things to do:

• Walk along the promenade
• Hornblower/Niagara City Cruises boat tour
• Journey Behind the Falls

Day 8–12 – Tuesday–Saturday, August 18–22

Cottage days at the beach

Staying at the Kosecki Kottage in Port Burwell, a cozy 2-bedroom cottage close to Lake Erie’s beaches – less than a 10-minute walk to the public beach, or a short drive to Port Burwell Provincial Park with over 2.5 km of sand. Relaxing days: swimming, exploring the little town, maybe a bonfire in the backyard.

Day 13 – Sunday, August 23

Departure day. Flight back at 2:00 PM – head home with lots of great memories (and probably tired kids 😄).

Useful Links

• 🎟️ Toronto CityPASS – CN Tower, Aquarium, Zoo & more bundled
• 🦁 Africa Lion Safari
• 🌊 Niagara City Cruises
• 🏡 Kosecki Kottage, Port Burwell

Summary

Toronto has so much to offer for families – we can’t wait! 🇨🇦