Top 10 Things To Do In Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada

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Isha
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Canada’s capital city of Toronto is the largest, busiest and most active city in Canada. With its iconic downtown, a plethora of parks and gardens, stadiums, restaurants and entertainment venues, this buzzing metropolis is a veritable tourist hub. And serving this ever-growing city is Toronto’s primary international airport – Toronto Pearson International Airport. It is Canada’s biggest and busiest airport with about 44 million passengers passing through it annually. The airport has a beautiful architecture that is functional, efficient and very passenger-friendly. With free wifi, plenty of food and drink options, lounges, art exhibits, and duty-free shopping opportunities, it is quite easy to pass the time during a long layover or a quick stopover before you board your flight. So, come and take a look at our list of things to do in Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada.

1. Relax in the Plaza Premium Lounge

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


Located in the domestic as well as international departure terminals of Toronto Pearson International Airport, the Plaza Premium Lounge is the perfect place to unwind before your flight. Access is easily obtained via a pass/voucher pre-booked online, irrespective of your travel class or airline. The vast lounge is well-lit, modern and has a range of options for your comfort and convenience. There are flat-screen televisions, computer terminals and comfortable sofas in the lounge. A variety of cuisines are served at the buffet bar along with live cooking stations serving up fresh dishes. A quality selection of beers, wines, and liquor are available at the beverage station.

Plaza Premium Lounge

Address: International Departures, Terminal 1, Toronto Pearson International Airport

Website: Plaza Premium Lounge

Opening hours: 5am to 12:30am

Price: 43-69 USD

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2. Go shopping at duty-free shops


Shopping is the best way to pass the time at an airport. And at Toronto Pearson International Airport, there is no dearth of shopping options, especially duty-free ones. Luxury goods like jewelry, watches, clothing, shoes, perfumes, cosmetics, spirits and wines, Canadian handcrafted products, and many more items are available at the duty-free shops in this airport. Buy some gifts, pick up a souvenir or treat yourself at these shops.

Toronto Duty Free

Address: Terminal 1, After-Security (International), Level 2 Gates, Near Gate E76.

Website: Toronto Duty Free

Opening hours: 4am to 12am

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3. Burn some calories at GoodLife Fitness

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


At Toronto Pearson International Airport, thanks to the massive GoodLife Fitness gym, there is simply no excuse for not working out. Battle your jetlag and feel energized at this huge workout facility that has everything you need for your workout - cardio equipment, weights, machines, luggage storage area, locker rooms with showers, toiletries and hair dryers. For a 17 USD day pass and a 15 USD Reebok bundle of clothing and shoe rental, you’re all set to burn some major calories at this airport gym.

GoodLife Fitness

Address: Pearson Airport Terminal 1, Arrivals Level, Gate F, 6135 Silver Dart Drive Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2

Website: GoodLife Fitness

Opening hours: 5am to 10pm

Price: 17-32 USD

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4. Grab some comfort food at Twist By Roger Mooking


From the large selection of restaurants, cafés and bars at Toronto Pearson International Airport, one eatery that stands out is the Twist By Roger Mooking. The host of Cooking Channel’s Man Fire Food and recurring judge on Chopped Canada, celebrity chef Roger Mooking is the man behind the airport restaurant ‘Twist By Roger Mooking.’ The restaurant’s menu is focused on comfort food with a global twist. A variety of breakfast options, mains, snacks, and desserts are served at the restaurant. Some vegan options are available too.

Twist By Roger Mooking

Address: Toronto Pearson International Airport, Terminal 1 Domestic (After Security), Canada

Website: Twist By Roger Mooking

Opening hours: 5:30am to 11pm

Price: 11-30 USD

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While there is a lot to see and do for the adults, children are also very well taken care of at the Toronto Pearson International Airport. There is a mini children’s play area at Terminal 1 of the airport and another bigger play area for the kids at Terminal 3. So while you relax with a coffee and a book, take your kids to the play area to keep them entertained before it’s time to board your flight.

Children's play area

Address: International Departure Gate C34, Terminal 3, Toronto Pearson International Airport

Website: Children’s Play Area

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6. Visit Dylan's Candy Bar

Dylan's Candy Bar, Jet Blue Terminal, JFK.
Source: Photo by user Carl Mikoy used under CC BY 2.0

Whether you are tired, hungry or just homesick, this colorful candy shop will surely cheer you up! Dylan’s Candy Bar has row after row of delicious-tasting, sweet-smelling and gorgeous-looking sweets and chocolates. The shop sells everything from hard candies to gummies to melt-in-your-mouth chocolates. So go ahead and grab a few sweets for your loved ones or just buy a bag or two for yourself!

Dylan's Candy Bar

Address: Terminal 1, Gate D20, Toronto Pearson International Airport

Website: Dylan’s Candy Bar

Opening hours: 6am to 10pm

Price: from 3.50 USD per 100 gms (3.5 oz.)

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7. Have a few drinks at Distillery Bar

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Serving up the finest brews from the famous Distillery District of Toronto, Distillery Bar is the best place to grab a few drinks before you board your flight. Located in the District Food Hall, this bar has a curated cocktail menu that has a range of Mill Street beers, spirits, wines as well as fun variations on the classics. A few drinks at the Distillery Bar are sure to put you in a pleasant mood for your flight!

Distillery Bar

Address: Terminal 3, Pearson Airport 6301 Silver Dart Drive, Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2

Website: Distillery Bar

Opening hours: 11am to last flight

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8. Grab a glass of healthy juice from Booster Juice

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


A glass of refreshing juice is the perfect boost of energy that you need during a long layover or before boarding your next flight. With several Booster Juice outlets at Toronto Pearson International Airport, enjoying some fresh juice is very easy and convenient. This Canadian chain serves several types of premium as well as classic freshly squeezed juices and smoothies. The menu also includes some ready-to-eat snacks and hot food.

Booster Juice

Address: Terminal 3, After-Security (International), Departures Level, Near Gate B41.

Website: Booster Juice

Opening hours: 5am to 10pm

Price: 4-7 USD

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9. Pamper yourself at Be Relax spa

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


Nothing cures jetlag, cramped legs or an aching back like a relaxing massage. Luckily, Toronto Pearson International Airport has three outlets of Be Relax spa that offers a variety of beauty and massage treatments to passengers. The spa provides relaxing chair and table massages, manicures and pedicures, waxing and facials. No prior booking is necessary to avail any service at the spa.

Be Relax

Address: Terminal 3, Hammerhead Gate 36, Toronto Pearson Airport

Website: Be Relax

Opening hours: 7am to 10pm

Price: 25 USD

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10. Art exhibits


Toronto Pearson International Airport houses many permanent and rotating exhibits that can be enjoyed while wandering through the airport premises. The permanent collection features artwork from world-renowned artists that showcases Toronto’s role as a gateway to North American air travel whereas the rotating collections display artwork in partnership with art groups, organizations, cultural institutions, collectors, etc. Notable exhibits include ‘Tilted Spheres’, ‘Wall Drawing #1100, Concentric bands’, ‘Three Inukshuks’, etc.

Art exhibits

Address: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, Domestic and International Departures, Toronto Pearson International Airport

Website: Art exhibits

Opening hours: 24 hours

Price: Free

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Rest and relax at Toronto Pearson International Airport

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Source: Photo by Flickr user abdallahh used under CC BY 2.0

Whether it’s a quick stopover or a long layover, there are plenty of things to keep you occupied at the Toronto Pearson International Airport. Grab a bite or a few drinks with your friends, get a foot massage, hit the gym or go shopping – there are so many options to choose from our list of things to do in Toronto Pearson International Airport. So, go ahead and have a very enjoyable layover at this airport!

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Isha is a former corporate employee who now leads a tranquil life centered around travel, writing, and minding her own business.

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