University District Travel Guide
Toronto
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Popular places to visit
Royal Ontario Museum
Come and meet the biggest dinosaur in Canada, handle real meteorites and try on costumes from around the world.
Bata Shoe Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bata Shoe Museum during your trip to Toronto. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Rogers Centre
Come to this multipurpose stadium to watch baseball matches and football games, listen to concerts of famous bands, see family shows or simply tour this central entertainment complex.
CN Tower
Easily the best view in town and some tasty bites to enjoy up top too.
Canada's Wonderland
A wonderland in every sense of the word, families of all sizes will enjoy the exciting array of rides on offer at this thrilling theme park.
CF Toronto Eaton Centre
Treat yourself to a shopping trip in the stores and boutiques of Toronto’s largest mall, which is housed under a striking glass ceiling.
Top hotels in University District
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
The rooms are grungy and bathrooms are outdated and dirty
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
Hotel smelled like pot smoke inside and out a lot of the times. Pretty good spot though. Needs some upkeep.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown
Pros: Nice location, central to shopping and food options. Cons: Building condition quite old, no noise control with AC, walls or windows. Be prepared to sleep with earbuds.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
One King West Hotel & Residence
Property itself was good but they sure do know how to charge. They charged a 2026 major event tax on top of an accommodation tax. Its April and the event is in June!! They even charged us $30 for an early check in. Stayed at a competitor hotel last month and didn't pay any of the above fees even ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Cambridge Suites Toronto
The room was clean. The staff was friendly. It was a great location with a grocery store across the street and near a Tim Hortons and only a 15 minute walk to the sea Tower. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Fairmont Royal York
Very nice hotel and great location for sight seeing I. Toronto.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
Yorkville
Take time in Yorkville to visit attractions like Toronto Public Library and Downtown Yonge. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Bay Station to see more of the city.
Grange Park
If you're spending time in Grange Park, check out sights like Art Gallery of Ontario or Spadina Avenue Shopping District and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dundas St West at Beverley St Stop or Dundas St West at McCaul St Stop.
Bay Street Corridor
While you're in Bay Street Corridor, take in top sights like CF Toronto Eaton Centre or Downtown Yonge, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dundas St West at Chestnut St Stop or Dundas St West at Bay St Stop.
Old Toronto
If you're spending time in Old Toronto, check out sights like CN Tower or Rogers Centre 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.
Downtown Toronto
Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like CN Tower and Rogers Centre, and jump on the metro at Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop or Dundas Station to see more of the city.
Garden District
While you're in Garden District, take in top sights like Ed Mirvish Theatre or Massey Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dundas St East at Church St Stop or Dundas St East at Jarvis St West Side Stop.
