St. Jacobs Market and the Village of Elora: Full-Day Trip from Toronto

Three Ontario destinations in one day out of Toronto: the St. Jacobs Farmers' Market, Downey's Big Apple Farm and the village of Elora. St. Jacobs ranks among Canada's largest markets and rewards a slow browse — local shops, seasonal produce, fresh baked goods. The farm that follows swaps that for something squarely rural, with apple picking and fields of flowers. Elora closes the day: historic streets to stroll, one-off boutiques, the scenic Grand River and its gorge, in one of the prettiest small towns in the province. Local culture, countryside charm, shopping, food and scenery all fit into a single relaxed day trip, with the full day given over to exploring rather than rushing.