We look forward to welcoming you to Toronto!
Explore and learn more about our host city for IDEAL 2024.

Below find some information about navigating the city, where to visit, and what events are happening during your stay in Toronto. We also highlighted several favorite locations and neighborhoods as recommended by local task force members. 

Pearson Airport to Downtown Toronto

Union Pearson Express
The Union Pearson Express train is a fast and convenient option to get from Pearson airport to downtown Toronto. The train runs from Pearson airport to Union Station in just 25 minutes. Ticket is CA$24.70 round trip. To book a ticket in advance, visit the Union Pearson Express "Buy Tickets" page.

TTC Bus
900 Airport Express bus to Kipling Station is one of the popular and affordable options to get from Pearson airport to downtown Toronto. You can pick up the bus from either terminal 1 or 3 and ride it to Kipling subway station. From there, you can take Subway Line 2 to downtown Toronto. You only pay one fare (CA$3.50) for your entire journey on the TTC. See the bus schedule on the TTC "Find Schedules" page.

Uber
Uber is a convenient option to get from Pearson airport to downtown Toronto. You can book a ride through the Uber app and get picked up from either terminal 1 or 3. The number on the column indicates the pick up location. 

Airport Taxis & Vans
You can also take an airport taxi or minivan to get from Pearson airport to downtown Toronto. You can find taxis and minivans outside of both terminal 1 and 3. The cost of the ride is based on a metered rate.

Union Station to Sheraton Centre Toronto

Walk

If you prefer to walk, it is possible to walk from Union Station to Sheraton Centre Toronto. The distance is approximately 1 km, and it takes about 20  minutes to walk.

PATH

The PATH is an underground walkway that connects Union Station to Sheraton Centre Toronto. You can access the PATH from Union Station and walk to the hotel without going outside. Do not take the PATH if you are not good with directions.

Subway
Take Yonge-University to Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station - Line 1 (Yellow Line) and get off at Osgoode Station. There will be 3-min walk to the hotel. The journey takes approximately 15 min for CA$3.50.

Arriving early or staying after the conference? Check out this list of dining options near the hotel. There are also three dining options at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. 

Attractions

• Toronto Public Library
• Art Gallery of Ontario
• Royal Ontario Museum
• Bata Shoe Museum
• Hockey Hall of Fame

Events

• Beaches International Jazz Festival Toronto
• Toronto Fringe Festival
• Toronto Pursuits (University of Toronto)

Visit Destination Toronto to explore more things to do while visiting Toronto.