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Things to Do in Toronto with Kids
Toronto is a big, fun city for families: a tower with a glass floor, an aquarium with a shark tunnel, islands with a little amusement park and a castle on a hill. This guide is organized by area, with parent tips from our local guides and free picks flagged.
Our Kensington Market donut tour walks one of Toronto's most colorful neighborhoods, so it's a tasty way to start a family day.
By the Underground Donut Tour team · Updated November 2026
At a glance
- Free favorites: Toronto Islands beaches, High Park and its zoo, Kensington Market, the Harbourfront, Nathan Phillips Square
- Rainy day picks: Royal Ontario Museum, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Casa Loma
- Sweet treat: Our Toronto donut tour welcomes kids 2 and up
Kid-friendly things to do in Toronto, by neighborhood
Downtown and the waterfront
Harbourfront
FreeLakefront paths, events and skating in winter.
St. Lawrence Market
FreeA huge food market for snacks and lunch.
Parent tip: Book CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium for the same morning. They're right next to each other.
The Islands
Toronto Islands
A short ferry ride to beaches, bike paths and car-free calm.
Centreville Amusement Park
Old-fashioned rides for little kids on Centre Island, open in summer.
Neighborhoods
Kensington Market
FreeColorful shops, murals and treats, and home to our donut tour.
High Park
FreeA big park with a free zoo and a huge playground.
Beyond downtown
Sweet treats and kid-friendly eats
Underground Donut Tour (kids welcome, ages 2 and up). Our Kensington Market Donut Tour walks one of Toronto's most colorful neighborhoods with stops for local donuts and stories about the city along the way. Guides set the pace around your group, which makes it easy with kids.
Taste Toronto's best donuts on one walk
Kids 2 and up are welcome. Guides set an easy pace for little legs.
Parent tip: Let us know about allergies or dietary needs when you book, and download our free Kids' Activity Book for the trip.
What families say about our Toronto tours
"Great with the grown ups and the kids (9 & 11). Oh yeah. And there were donuts."
Miranda R., TripAdvisor, November 2024
"Enjoyed it. Good intro to the neighborhoods and great with kids"
Christopher, GetYourGuide, October 2024
All 5-star guest reviews.
Exploring on your own? Our Best Donut Shops in Toronto guide lists the city's best donut shops by neighborhood, and Best Holiday Donuts in Toronto covers the festive specials.
Sample days
Day 1: Downtown
- CN Tower.
- Ripley's Aquarium.
- Lunch at St. Lawrence Market.
- Harbourfront at sunset.
Day 2: Neighborhoods
- Morning: Kensington Market donut tour.
- Royal Ontario Museum.
- Dinner downtown.
- Nathan Phillips Square.
Day 3: Outdoors
- Ferry to the Toronto Islands.
- Beach and bikes.
- Centreville in summer.
- Or High Park and its zoo.
Toronto with kids by season
Holidays
- Distillery Winter Village: a holiday market in the cobbled Distillery District.
- Cavalcade of Lights: a tree lighting and skating at Nathan Phillips Square.
- Santa Claus Parade: a big downtown parade in November.
- For seasonal treats, see Best Holiday Donuts in Toronto.
The rest of the year
- Spring: cherry blossoms in High Park.
- Summer: island days, beaches and festivals.
- Fall: colorful parks and cozy markets.
- Winter: skating, holiday markets and indoor museums.
Toronto with kids FAQ
Is the Toronto donut tour good for kids?
Yes. Kids 2 and up are welcome, and guides set the pace for families.
What are free things to do in Toronto with kids?
High Park and its zoo, Kensington Market, the Harbourfront and Nathan Phillips Square.
Is the Toronto Islands ferry worth it with kids?
Yes. The ride is short and the islands have beaches, bikes and rides in summer.
What's a good rainy-day plan?
The Royal Ontario Museum, Ripley's Aquarium or Casa Loma.