Let’s be real, going out in Toronto can get super expensive. So if you’re broke or on a budget, I got you! I’m sharing 13 free and fun things to do in Toronto. Click through and get ready to head out on the town!
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Often times when I’m looking for free things to do in and around the city, I stumble across websites that offer you 10 things to do when you’re broke here, and 15 things to do when you’re broke there.
But the joke is a half of the things they list, you still have to pay for.
Granted some of the things listed are fairly cheap however if I’m looking for FREE things to do, I want to see lists of only FREE things.
So I’ve taken it upon myself to make a list of my own of ONLY free things that you can do when you’re down on cash but still want to get out on the town.
Here are 13 things to do in Toronto for free
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Simply walk around
Once you’re in the downtown core, you can pretty much walk around and explore the city by foot.
Yes, a lot of walking will be involved but just wear some comfortable shoes because it’s a great way to see the city.
Toronto at night with all the lights sparkling is a pretty sight to see too.
Be one with nature in the Park
Visit one of the many parks Toronto has to offer.
They don’t cost you a thing and you get to immerse yourself in nature.
Some parks to check out: High Park, Downsview Park, Scarborough Bluffs, and Morningside Park, but there are many, many more!
Get active and go hiking
Go hiking through one of the many trails or conservations around Toronto.
The West Humber Trail, Don Valley Trails, greenwood conservation area, are a few of many trails to check out.
The last one isn’t in the downtown Toronto core but it’s well worth the 25-minute drive to hike through one of the many trails they offer.
Relax at the beach
Visit one of the many beaches around Toronto, it may not be the same as being on a tropical island, but they are still nice enough that you can pretend like you are.
They’re perfect to get your relaxation and tanning on (if that’s your thing). Pack some food and drinks and head down to Cherry beach, Sunnyside beach, or woodbine beach.
Visit the Harbourfront Centre.
Harbourfront Centre is a massive indoor/ outdoor non-profit cultural organization which offers many different activities throughout the year.
Catch a free movie any Wednesday during the summer months (July to September), or dance on the pier any Thursday night from 7-11 pm.
View some beautiful plants and floral displays at one of the Public Gardens
Head to Allan Gardens conservatory where admission and parking are free!
Parking is limited, so get there early or take Toronto Public Transit.
Also check out Edwards garden, Toronto Botanical garden, or Humber Arboretum.
Visit the Art Gallery of Ontario
While admission would normally set you back around $20 to visit the galleries, Wednesday nights offer free admission from 6 to 9 PM
Visit the distillery district
Whether it’s the winter or summer, the distillery is always worth visiting.
Walk along through the little streets of the district or look around at all the pretty lights and art during the Toronto light festival.
Get your pose on in front of one of the amazing murals at Graffiti Alley.
Located at Rush Lane just south of Queen St, you can find one of Toronto’s treasures, an alleyway filled with some beautiful graffiti art. This alley is perfect for some Instagram worthy shots!
Explore the Aga Khan Museum on Wednesday evenings.
Admission is free on Wednesdays from 4 – 8 PM.
Go on a free tour of Toronto tours presented by the Tour Guys.
The Tour guys offer free walking tours of Toronto, but tips are greatly appreciated.
They have a couple of different tours you can choose from!
Get inspired with some poetry at The Art Bar Poetry Series.
Every Tuesday night at 8pm, admission is free to attend the event which is held at The Black Swan Tavern at 154 Danforth Ave.
If you are feeling up to it, donations are also kindly appreciated!
Attend one of the Canadian Opera Company’s Free Concerts
Pack some lunch and visit the amphitheatre at the four seasons centre for the performing arts to view one of their hour-long concerts.
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Things that didn’t make the list
I excluded these things from the list above because while they are free, you will definitely be tempted to spend some money.
So here are 3 other things that are free but will still have you spending a little bit of cash.
Nathan Philips square/ Harbourfront Natrel rink (Winter activity)
Skating is a lot of fun and if you have your own skates, it’s a completely free activity. But if you don’t and you want to get your skate on, you can rent skates for $10 that gives you 2 hours on the ice.
Visiting the Markets
Exploring markets like Kensington and St. Lawrence Market are totally free. But I bet ya you’ll see something that will have you reaching for your wallet in no time!
And since the goal here is to do stuff that are completely free, this one just didn’t cut it.
Centre Island
While visiting the island itself is free, you have to get over there somehow right?
Tickets for the ferry ride (round trip) will cost you around $8 per person.
Well there you have it, my list of fun and free things to do in Toronto. Yes, Toronto is a super expensive city, but that doesn’t mean you can’t explore a lot of it for free.
So get out there and experience some of what this beautiful city of mine has to offer!
Until next time! Stay Blessed ♡
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Blessed are the curious for they will have adventures
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