Whether all of the stars aligned and you scored tickets to the Eras tour or you just want to soak in all the Swiftie fun as Taylor Swift makes the final stops of her tour in Canada, there’s never been a better time to visit Toronto and Vancouver. The two cities are cultural hubs with some of the best dining, shopping and culture in the country, but with so much choice it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Thankfully, we’ve curated the perfect Taylor-themed itinerary for you: are you ready for it?

TORONTO

Taylor Swift Takeover at the Bisha Hotel

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Throughout November, seven floors of Toronto’s Bisha Hotel will turn into a Taylor-inspired oasis: each floor will have a different Taylor Swift album theme for guests to enjoy. Plus, the Bisha is home to a permanent Taylor-themed suite, which features visuals from her iconic albums, custom bracelets available to all guests, Taylor slippers, a curated Taylor playlist welcoming you upon entry, and a bottle of Prosecco to celebrate the night. On top of that, guests who stay in the suite get to take home a special Taylor canvas commissioned from local artist Nashid Chroma .

Nobu Toronto

Taylor has been spotted dining at Nobu’s Malibu and Midtown Manhattan locations on multiple occasions, and the iconic sushi restaurant just recently opened their latest location in Toronto so you can get a taste for yourself.

Known for their elevated blend of Japanese and Peruvian flavours, you can make a reservation in advance for the restaurant or score a walk-in spot at the bar for a drink and light bites. If it’s good enough for Taylor, it’s good enough for us.

Casa Loma

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Did you know Toronto is home to its very own castle that looks straight out of a Swiftian fairytale? Casa Loma, a gothic-style mansion in midtown Toronto, is the former home of financier Sir Henry Pellatt, and these days serves as a historic museum and garden that you can explore. It’s perfect for channelling Fearless or for snapping pics in your Eras Tour outfit. And if you’re a pop culture fan, you’ll definitely appreciate that the castle has served as a filming location for movies like X-Men, Crimson Peak and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.

One of a Kind Show (Taylor’s Version)

On Friday, November 22, head to the One of a Kind Show for the ultimate Taylor-themed evening. There will be friendship bracelet-making workshops (including a fun workshop on how to make friendship bracelet tree ornaments!), a performance by Toronto’s top Taylor Swift cover band, a Taylor-themed silent disco, and even a Taylor-inspired menu. To top it all off, you’ll get to shop at the largest handmade and artisanal craft show in North America.

Toronto’s Version Taylgate ‘24

From November 14-16 and November 21-23, you can head to Toronto’s Metro Convention Centre and find the biggest concert “Taylgate” party in the city. Spanning 150,000 square feet, fans can meet up and enjoy special activations, including complimentary makeup appointments and a massive friendship bracelet-making and exchange area.

Sonic Boom

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There’s a good chance you’ll be able to find that limited edition Taylor Swift vinyl variant you’ve been wishing for at Sonic Boom in Toronto’s Chinatown. As Canada’s largest independent record store, they have an endless selection of hard-to-find vinyl to browse through. Plus, they have an analog photobooth in-store, so you can snap some sweet 1989-style pictures to memorialize your epic weekend in Toronto.

Bar+ Karaoke

Whether you want to brush up on lyrics before the concert or just scream-sing along to your favourite Taylor songs well past midnight, Bar+ Karaoke in bustling downtown Toronto is the perfect destination for a night out in the city. Their private karaoke rooms are stylishly designed and feature high quality sound equipment, with a fully stocked bar and bartender just outside. The best part is, their karaoke machines have an extensive Taylor Swift catalogue!

VANCOUVER

Beadworks

Get ready to make friendship bracelets out of your wildest dreams: Beadworks, the charming bead store on Granville Island, is home to an incredibly massive selection of beads from around the world. They have all the supplies and tools you need available and free to use in-store, so you can grab a tray, pick out your beads and create a sweet friendship bracelet to remember your time in Vancouver. It’s the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon, and afterwards you can explore the amazing food vendors on Granville Island.

Mon Pitou

A short walk away from Granville Island, you’ll find charming French café, bistro and grocer Mon Pitou. From their gorgeous croissants to their free-range Croque Madame, everything on the menu is delightful, but Swifties will especially love their Maple Cinnamon Latte, AKA the unofficial Swiftie drink of fall. It’s sure to get you into the cozy Red album spirit, and you’ll probably want to listen to the Lover: Live from Paris album too after your enchanting French meal.

Elio Volpe

Taylor’s known to frequent the hottest Italian restaurants in NYC (her faves are Via Carota and Lucali), so we recommend following her lead and dining at Elio Volpe, Vancouver’s hottest new Italian restaurant. Their menu is designed with sharing in mind and features creative coastal dishes like ling cod potato chips alongside Italian classics like spaghetti with heirloom tomato ragu and whole grilled branzino. Whether you’re going for a girls night or date night, a meal here would be the cherry on top of a perfect Vancouver visit.

Red Cat Records

It’s hard to think of a more Taylor-coded record store than Red Cat Records. This independently owned shop on trendy Main Street is the perfect place to snag some vinyl from your favourite childless cat lady. Plus, it’s been voted as one of the top ten indie stores in Canada, so music lovers will be in for a treat here.

Taylor Swift Night at Levels Nightclub

No Eras tickets? No problem. Vancity Swifties are hosting a “The End of an Era” Taylor Swift-themed club night at Levels Nightclub where you can meet up with other Swifties and sing along to your favourite songs in a club setting. It’s the perfect way to mark the end of the Eras era!