Sights · Our pick in Toronto
Toronto Islands
Ten minutes by ferry
Centre Island, Ward’s Island and Hanlan’s Point: beaches, boardwalks and the skyline across the water.
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Our take
- The skyline view
- Buy tickets online
- Address
- Toronto Islands, Toronto
- Website
- toronto.ca
About Toronto Islands
The ferries to Toronto Island Park leave from the ferry terminal at the foot of Bay Street, for Centre Island, Ward’s Island and Hanlan’s Point; buy tickets online in advance (City of Toronto).
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Toronto Islands before you go.
Last checked: November 2026 How we choose
What’s nearby
Distances from Toronto Islands are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- CN Tower2.3 kmWalk 28 minCycle 11 minCar or taxi 15 min
- St. Lawrence Market3.4 kmWalk 43 minCycle 17 minCar or taxi 18 min
- Art Gallery of Ontario3.4 kmWalk 43 minCycle 17 minCar or taxi 18 min
- Distillery District4.2 kmCycle 21 minCar or taxi 20 min
- Royal Ontario Museum5.0 kmCycle 25 minCar or taxi 23 min
- Casa Loma6.3 kmCycle 31 minCar or taxi 27 min
- Pearson airport20 kmCar or taxi 68 min
Main stations
- Union Station2.7 kmWalk 34 minCycle 13 minCar or taxi 16 min
- St. Andrew2.9 kmWalk 36 minCycle 14 minCar or taxi 17 min
- Bloor-Yonge5.4 kmCycle 27 minCar or taxi 24 min
Location
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Read next
ParksToronto Island ParkThe beaches, gardens and boardwalk of the islands.WalksWard’s Island to Hanlan’s PointThe length of the islands, from the cottages of Ward’s to the lighthouse and Hanlan’s beach.
Getting AroundBilly Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)The island airport at the foot of Bathurst Street, by ferry or tunnel.