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Take a flight from Victoria to Toronto to see Canada's largest city
Discover one of Canada's most dynamic cities after landing from your flight from Victoria to Toronto. Year-round events, world-class attractions and an exciting nightlife make a visit to this cosmopolitan city a memorable one.
Toronto's population has roots from around the world – in fact, over half of the city's population was born outside of Canada! Toronto's diversity is what makes the arts and culture scene so interesting. No matter what time of the year it is, you can count on having a fun event or street festival to attend. If you appreciate art, head to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection to see thousands of works by historical and today's Canadian artists. And if you like stand-up comedy or live performances, you have to book tickets at Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre, a beautiful double-decker theatre.
A flight from Victoria to Toronto brings you closer to the city's biggest attractions. Visit the soaring CN Tower, Toronto's iconic tower standing over 1,800 feet tall. At the Hockey Hall of Fame, you'll see exhibits about teams, players, memorabilia and NHL trophies. Then, head to the Distillery District, where you can wander, shop and dine in a neighbourhood full of Victorian industrial architecture.
Wrap up your day in your best outfit. From intimate lounges and speakeasies to bustling nightclubs on King Street West, Toronto's vibrant nightlife scene offers something for everyone.
You'll have a great trip to remember when you take a flight from Victoria to Toronto.
Get a taste of luxury after your flight from Victoria to Toronto
Yorkville
See and be seen in a chic neighbourhood after your Victoria to Toronto flight lands. Yorkville is home to several high-end boutiques like Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Versace – so if you're on the lookout for luxury goods, this ritzy part of town is the best place to splurge.
Yorkville wasn't always the posh neighbourhood that it is today – in the 60s, it was actually a bohemian hotspot and considered the Canadian center of the hippie movement. It was also where some of Canada's biggest talents like Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot and Joni Mitchell played shows. Today, Yorkville is known for its luxurious boutiques, fine dining and upscale hotels.
Squeeze in some learning after your flight from Victoria to Toronto. Canada's largest museum, The Royal Ontario Museum, happens to be just around the corner of Yorkville. Home to over 13 million artworks, cultural objects and natural history specimens, you can spend hours learning and exploring at the ROM. Fashionistas have to visit the nearby Bata Shoe Museum, a unique museum focused on the history of shoes. Everything from ancient Egyptian sandals to celebrity footwear are on display.
Yorkville boasts many dining hotspots – find everything from Japanese, Italian, Mediterranean to steakhouses. After dinner, grab a table at the Writers Room Bar, an intimate cocktail bar that was once a gathering spot for notable Canadian writers. The rooftop patio is where you'll get the best seats in the house and an amazing view of the city skyline.
Discover a waterfront community after your flight from Victoria to Toronto
The Beaches
Slip on comfortable shoes after your Victoria to Toronto flight and explore a vibrant waterfront community. The Beaches is a laidback neighbourhood full of boutiques, restaurants, bars, parks, and of course, beaches. There are four great beaches – Woodbine Beach, Kew Beach, Balmy Beach and Silver Birch Beach – where people from all over the city come out for a fun day by the water.
If your flight from Victoria to Toronto is in July, you have to check out The Beaches International Jazz Festival. The month-long festival is one of Toronto's biggest music festivals where performances take place in various venues and parks within the neighbourhood. It's a great way to discover and hear local and international jazz performers.
Get out on the water after your flight from Victoria to Toronto. With several beaches and parks within the area, The Beaches is an ideal spot for outdoor activities. Single and tandem kayak rentals are available at Kew Beach and Balmy Beach, while Woodbine Beach is perfect for a lazy beach day or a round of beach volleyball.
After a full day of activities, why not relax and catch a flick at The Fox Theatre? Built in 1914, it's Toronto's oldest continuously operating movie theatre. The single-screen venue shows a mixture of new, foreign, independent and classic films – don't forget to grab some popcorn before your movie.
How to get to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Porter's check-in desk is located on the departures level.
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is about 27 km / 17 mi from downtown Victoria.
Transportation to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
There are a few ways to get to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to catch your YYJ to YYZ flight.
Taxis and ridesharing
Taxis and ridesharing services like KABU and Lucky To Go are available for pick-up and drop-off at Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
By bus
BC Transit offers public transportation service to and from Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Visit bctransit.com/victoria for more information on bus schedules and fares.
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) parking
There are many parking options for travellers looking to drive to or from Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Choose from 1/2 hour, daily or monthly rates.
Landing in Toronto after a flight from Victoria
There are many options for transportation to downtown Toronto from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is about 28 km / 17 mi from downtown Toronto.
Taxis and ridesharing
Taxi and ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are available for pick-up and drop-off at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Pick-up locations for ridesharing services depend on the service you order – refer to the instructions in the app on how to meet your driver. Follow airport signage that lead to designated airport ridesharing zones.
By train
The Union Pearson Express train connects directly from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Union Station in downtown Toronto. The trip length is about 25 minutes. The UP Express station is located in Terminal 1 next to the Terminal Link Train. If you are coming from Terminal 3, you can take the free Terminal Link Train to Terminal 1. Visit upexpress.com for more information about fares and schedules.
By bus
You can board the 900 Airport Express TTC bus which takes you to Kipling Station. From there, you can continue your journey on the TTC subway line to downtown Toronto. Visit ttc.ca for more information about fares and schedules.
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) parking
There are several parking options at and nearby Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Long-term, short-term, and valet parking are available on-site. Parking can be booked online ahead of time on the Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) website.
Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
