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Available locations in Toronto

10414 Yonge St
10619 Yonge St
11552 Yonge St
1245 Danforth Avenue
134 Jarvis St
1345 Lawrence Ave East
1474 Victoria Park Ave
1537 Avenue Rd
161 Bay Street
16775 Yonge St
17565 Yonge Street
191 Parliament Street
191 Parliment Street
1910 Yonge Street
2 Bloor St E
20 Bloor St E
200 Front St W
220 Yonge St
2345 Yonge St
2401 Dundas St W
2440 Dundas St W
2746 Yonge St
307 Lake Shore Blvd E
3131 Danforth Ave
3193 Dundas West
3200 Dufferin St
330 Front St W
3320 Dufferin Street
333 College St
340 Evans Ave.
3441 Dundas St W
40 Blue Jays Way
4240 Sheppard Ave East
445 Rexdale Blvd
4728 Yonge St
50 Burnhamthorpe Rd W
5481 Dundas Street West
5553 Dundas St W
60 Harbour St
6048 Yonge St
6120 Midfield Rd
62 Sheppard Ave W
626 Dixon Rd
65 Regent Park Blvd
7545 Yonge St
80 Bloor St E
865 York Mills Rd
920 Yonge St
930 Yonge St
947 Dovercourt Rd
9677 Yonge St
999 Danforth Ave
115 Strachan Ave

Toronto Front ST Downtown Guide

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Anyone who has explored Toronto’s lakefront district should be familiar with Front Street. This is the original east-west road along Lake Ontario as it existed when the British settled the area. Although the modern shoreline has grown by 800 metres, Front Street offers a neat look at where the original shoreline of Lake Ontario once was. Today, Front Street is home to some of Toronto’s top attractions, like the CN Tower and Union Station. As part of the city’s huge waterfront development plan, Front Street is a short walk from countless recreational paths, parks, public squares and natural areas. Traffic flows smoothly here, making it easy for visitors with a car rental to move along the lake and into the outskirts of the city.

Who to Book With
Front Street is a key thoroughfare in Toronto, so several major car hire chains have opened offices along the street. Some of them, like Thrifty, have branches right at Union Station train depot, while others are located next to key commercial spots like Simcoe Place. Toronto is one city that never seems to slow down so it’s a good idea to book a rental online as early as possible.

Best Time to Go
Toronto is a genuine four-season city, and most residents argue that autumn is its finest moment. Between September and early November, this place is nearly perfect, but just around the corner is the cold, snowy Canadian winter, which is made somewhat brighter by a slew of festivals. Summer is also a busy festival season, but the weather tends to be hot and humid. Good deals on rentals for shoulder season travel can often be found online but you need to book early.

Need to Know Essentials
When collecting your car rental, the following documents are usually required:

- An International Driving Permit or a UK driver’s licence
- A second piece of photo identification, such as a passport
- The credit card that was used for the online booking
- A printed out copy of the rental booking confirmation

For more info read our FAQs.

Driving
Toronto is pretty spread out so a car can prove useful, even when driving within the city limits. Visitors have plenty of obstacles in the downtown core around Front Street, like streetcars, pedestrians, cyclists and road construction. Parking on the streets downtown is elusive and the meter police are quick to hand out tickets for tardiness. Stick with the expensive, but prolific, parking lots that are better for long stays.

Our Guide to Canada contains more detailed driving information.

Transport

Toronto has an efficient and clean network of streetcars, buses, subways and light rail trains that service the entire metropolitan area. The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) handles the whole integrated system, with cost-effective day passes for unlimited travel available for £6 per adult. It is totally feasible to get around Toronto without a car, but having your own set of wheels is far more convenient for excursions into the nature-studded countryside surrounding the city.

Trains
Toronto’s subway and light rail trains are part of the same system, so it’s easy to transfer from one form to the other with the same ticket. A single trip costs £2, or you can buy a set of five ride tokens for £8. Three subway lines cover a lot of underground in all directions from the city centre to the lakefront on Front Street. The light rail line extends this coverage from downtown to the Harbourfront district, intersecting the subway at Front Street’s Union Station. The city’s beautiful 1927 Union Station is also where long-distance trains arrive from both Canada and America.

Buses
The streetcars are one of the most unique aspects of Toronto’s public transportation network. They move along the city’s major downtown thoroughfares like Queen Street and Bathurst, and are worth a ride even if it’s just for fun. Your streetcar fare can be transferred to the subway or light rail. Toronto’s GO Transit buses have an extensive web of routes but are mainly geared towards locals commuting to work. Fares are the same for all public transport, but you must have the exact change if you don’t purchase tokens ahead of time.

Taxis
It’s rarely hard to find a taxi trolling the streets of downtown Toronto, but fares here are among the most expensive in North America. It costs £2.50 to get into a cab, then £0.50 for every 1,000 feet of travel thereafter. Taxis typically queue up in front of the big hotels or can be hailed on the street. All of the local companies like Crown Taxi can also be called for a quick pick up at any time of day or night.

Exploring

Complementing the wonderful ethnic patchwork of Toronto’s neighbourhoods is a countryside filled with natural wonders and nifty little rural towns. The great Niagara Falls are just a short drive away, while northern Ontario offers countless charming little lake towns where locals keep summer cottages. From summer through autumn, the driving around Toronto is superb.

Recommended Drives

Niagara Falls – These thundering waterfalls that straddle the border of America and Canada are a wonder of our planet. In just over an hour you can drive from Toronto to the quaint town of Niagara on the Lake, do some vineyard hopping or stop at one of the many awe-inspiring vantage points of the falls themselves.

Muskoka – This rolling forested area covers most of Ontario north of Toronto. It’s where many people keep a summer lake cottage on the many thousands of little bodies of water in the region. The southern edge of Muskoka can be reached by relaxing country roads in just over an hour, ensuring plenty of daytrip driving loops and small town stopovers.

Mennonite Country – Head to the west of Toronto and the landscape quickly turns into rolling rural farmland with the lively university town of Waterloo at its core. The driving in this southwestern corner of Ontario is Canada at its finest, with Lake Huron beach towns for summer fun and dozens of unique Mennonite hamlets showcasing handmade crafts and food.

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

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