Markham travel guide

Markham Tourism | Markham Guide

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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Markham has to offer.

Where to Eat in Markham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Smash Kitchen & Bar (4261 Hwy #7 East Unit A-18) and Watercolour (166 Main St Unionville) are great picks.

When to visit Markham

Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
£94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
£94
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 16 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from the United Kingdom departs from Leeds and takes around 11h 39m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to London takes 2h 09m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kingston, expect to pay about £28 for a 2h 22m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 14 miles from Markham. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Rider Express, Bus and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 130 miles and will cost you around £26. From Kingston, the ticket costs about £22 for a journey of 150 miles.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 16 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from the United Kingdom departs from Leeds and takes around 11h 39m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to London takes 2h 09m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kingston, expect to pay about £28 for a 2h 22m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 14 miles from Markham. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Rider Express, Bus and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 130 miles and will cost you around £26. From Kingston, the ticket costs about £22 for a journey of 150 miles.

Airports near Markham

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£125+
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£110+
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Toronto - Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£128+
Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£134+
Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£98+
Liberty Suites
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£139+

Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay £1.09 per litre in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £13.01 and £17.34. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Sedan or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.09 per litre in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £13.01 and £17.34. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Sedan or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.