Although there are actually four airports in the Greater Toronto area, most visitors will actually arrive into the main one – Lester B Pearson International. This airport is one of the largest in North America, and is the absolute heart of the whole Toronto Transportation network. From your arrival into the city at this point, you will find that one of the largest and most efficient public transport networks in the whole world is available to get you to wherever you need to go quickly, easily, and at a low price.

The local government operates a large public transport network which is called GO Transit. This system integrates local train services with the buses and means that you can buy a single card that allows you entry to the various different modes of transportation. For tourists, this is excellent, as it means that you will be able to explore the city very easily, and most of all cheaply for the whole duration of your stay. Services throughout the city center are frequent and comprehensive, and the staff are generally friendly and happy to provide advice and assistance about where you need to go.

The main alternative to public transportation in Toronto is a taxi. These are all metered and offer good value for money. Drivers have to undergo tests before they are licensed, and have to meet very stringent guidelines in order to keep their permits. This means that you can expect to pay a standard price whenever you take a cab, unlike in other cities where you will find that prices can differ wildly between different drivers. Typically, cab drivers expect a tip of around 10% on top of the fare and you should leave this on almost all trips.

Many people who visit Toronto also take the opportunity of being in the city to explore some of the attractions that are within range of the city. The best way of getting out of Toronto in order to see some of the highlights of the region is to hire a car and drive around yourself. Rates are fairly competitive for car hire in Toronto, but if you are planning to do a lot of driving around, it is a good idea to choose a larger car that will be comfortable on longer journeys.