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Toronto Highlights Express Open-Top Bus Tour

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Toronto, Canada
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience Toronto like never before on a relaxing, non-stop panoramic tour aboard an open-top double-decker bus. Ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, this two-hour loop takes you past the city's most iconic landmarks, including the CN Tower, Harbourfront, Royal Ontario Museum, and St. Lawrence Market, all from the comfort of your seat.

Enjoy live guided commentary (or download the City Sightseeing Toronto app to access recorded multilingual narration) as you soak in stunning city views from your elevated perch. There’s no need to navigate stops or schedules, just sit back, relax, and enjoy the sights.

Cruise through vibrant neighborhoods, historic districts, and scenic waterfront areas for the perfect introduction to everything Toronto has to offer in one unforgettable ride.

Tours depart regularly between 9am and 4:30pm.

What's Included

  • City Sightseeing Toronto App
  • Flexible Start Time
  • This tour is not a hop on hop off Tour
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Meeting Location

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1 Dundas Street East
Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada

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Yorkville Village (pass by)

Toronto’s most polished enclave of luxury boutiques, historic Victorian streets, upscale cafés, and cultural landmarks where old-money charm meets modern glamour.
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Royal Ontario Museum (pass by)

One of Canada’s most iconic cultural landmarks, where a striking modern crystal façade wraps around historic galleries showcasing world-class art, natural history, and global civilizations.
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Bata Shoe Museum (pass by)

A one-of-a-kind cultural landmark shaped like a giant shoebox, home to an extraordinary collection that tells 4,500 years of human history through footwear from around the world.
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Chinatown (pass by)

One of Toronto’s most vibrant districts, known for its colourful storefronts, bustling markets, and rich blend of Chinese, Vietnamese, and Southeast Asian culture.
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Art Gallery of Ontario (pass by)

A world-class museum distinguished by its sweeping glass and wood facade, home to an outstanding collection of Canadian, Indigenous, and international art.
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Queen Street West (pass by)

One of Toronto’s most dynamic streets, famous for its independent shops, street art, live music venues, and ever-changing creative energy.
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Entertainment District (pass by)

The city’s nightlife and performance hub, packed with major theatres, concert halls, sports venues, and glowing marquees that light up downtown day and night.
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CN Tower (pass by)

Toronto’s most iconic skyline feature, soaring over the city with its glass observation decks and panoramic views stretching as far as Niagara Falls on a clear day.
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Ripley's Aquarium of Canada (pass by)

One of the city’s most popular attractions, featuring dramatic underwater tunnels and thousands of marine animals just steps from the CN Tower.
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Harbourfront Centre (pass by)

Toronto’s lively waterfront gathering place, known for its lakeside promenades, public art, festivals, and nonstop views of Lake Ontario and the islands beyond.
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Hockey Hall of Fame (pass by)

The home of hockey’s greatest legends, where historic architecture houses the Stanley Cup and the sport’s most celebrated moments.
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St. Lawrence Market (pass by)

One of the world’s great food markets, buzzing with local vendors, historic charm, and the flavours that have defined Toronto for over two centuries.
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Corktown (pass by)

One of Toronto’s oldest neighbourhoods, where historic workers’ cottages and industrial roots meet modern revitalization.
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Dundas Squarerenamed (pass by)

Toronto’s civic gathering place at the heart of downtown, framed by digital screens, live events, and the nonstop energy of the city around it.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Toronto Highlights Express Open-Top Bus Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • City Sightseeing Toronto App
  • Flexible Start Time
  • This tour is not a hop on hop off Tour

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

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