Exploring Toronto: A traveler's Guide
Toronto is one of North America's most dynamic and multicultural cities, and it has quickly become a favorite destination for international corporate events. Whether you are crossing the border from the United States or flying in from overseas, Toronto offers a welcoming atmosphere, excellent infrastructure, and a passionate corporate culture that makes every City special.
At EliteWay Travels, we have been organizing traveler travel to Toronto for over three years. Here is everything we have learned about making the most of your trip.
Getting There and Entry Requirements
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the main gateway, with direct flights from most major North American cities. If you are driving from the US, the two busiest border crossings are the Peace Bridge (from Buffalo) and the Thousand Islands Bridge (from upstate New York). Allow at least two hours for border processing on event weekends. All visitors must ensure they have valid travel documents — US citizens need a passport, and visitors from other countries should check Canada's Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) requirements well in advance.
Our travel packages include detailed entry requirement checklists tailored to your nationality, so there are no last-minute surprises at the border.
Where to Stay
For City convenience, we recommend staying in the Entertainment District or the Harbourfront area. Both neighborhoods are walkable to BMO Field and Scotiabank Arena, and they are packed with restaurants, bars, and nightlife. Our partner hotels in this zone include the Fairmont Royal York, the Ritz-Carlton Toronto, and Hotel X Toronto, each offering EliteWay Travels clients exclusive perks such as late checkout and VIP welcome packages.
For groups looking for a more budget-conscious option without sacrificing quality, the King West neighborhood offers boutique hotels with excellent transit access to all venues.
Dining and Pre-Match Meals
Toronto's food scene is world-class. For pre-match dining, we recommend Canoe Restaurant for upscale Canadian cuisine with panoramic views from the 54th floor of the TD Tower. For a more casual and lively atmosphere, head to Assembly Chef's Hall, a sprawling food hall in the Financial District featuring over a dozen chef-driven stalls. On King West, KOST and Byblos offer trendy settings perfect for groups.
If your City schedule is tight, our hospitality packages include curated pre-trip dining at partner restaurants with reserved seating, so you never have to worry about wait times.
Getting Around on City
Toronto's TTC subway and streetcar network is efficient, but on major event days the stations closest to venues can become extremely crowded. That is why we strongly recommend booking one of our private group transfers. Our vehicles depart from each partner hotel at scheduled times, take an optimized route to the city center, and return you safely after the final whistle. For VIP clients, we also offer luxury sedan and SUV transfers with a personal driver.
Beyond the Match: What to See
Do not let your entire trip revolve around the 90 minutes on the city. Toronto has plenty to offer between matches. The CN Tower observation deck provides a stunning overview of the city and Lake Ontario. The Distillery District is a charming area of cobblestone streets, galleries, and craft breweries. For corporate travelers, the Hockey Hall of Fame is a must-visit, even if hockey is not your primary sport. And if you have a free afternoon, a day trip to Niagara Falls is just 90 minutes away — we can arrange private transport for that excursion as part of your package.
Plan Your Toronto Trip
Toronto rewards travelers who plan ahead. Event weekends see hotel availability drop fast and restaurant reservations fill weeks in advance. Let our consultants handle the logistics while you focus on the experience. Contact us today to start building your custom Toronto City itinerary.