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Markham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Markham

With a population of 261,573, Markham is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Markham has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Markham

If you’re looking for affordable options, JOEY Markville (5000 Hwy 7 suite 1247) and Il Postino (186 Main St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Milestones Grill + Bar - Markham (169 Enterprise Blvd) and NextDoor Restaurant (139 Main St Unionville) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Markham.

When to visit Markham

Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 168
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 168
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Markham

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 25 km from Markham. The shortest domestic flight to Markham departs from Thunder Bay and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around C$ 55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 50m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 23 km from Markham. You’ll find branches of Fox and Zoom Rent A Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and OurBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Markham takes 177 km and will cost you around C$ 55. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 39 for a journey of 230 km.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 25 km from Markham. The shortest domestic flight to Markham departs from Thunder Bay and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around C$ 55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 50m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 23 km from Markham. You’ll find branches of Fox and Zoom Rent A Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Ontario Northland, Red Arrow and OurBus. From Niagara Falls, the bus ride to Markham takes 177 km and will cost you around C$ 55. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 39 for a journey of 230 km.

Airports near Markham

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

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Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 215+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 167+
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Liberty Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 183+
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Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 212+
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Toronto - Markham, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 183+
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Best Western Parkway Hotel Toronto North
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 157+
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Renting a car in Markham

Renting a car in Markham costs C$ 47 per day, on average, or C$ 142 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.72 per litre in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.60 and C$ 27.47.

Renting a car in Markham costs C$ 47 per day, on average, or C$ 142 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.72 per litre in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.60 and C$ 27.47.

Best car rental deals in Markham

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 24/day

Economy

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 24/day

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