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Toronto Islands, Toronto, ON

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Toronto Islands

Toronto Islands is an outdoor activity in Toronto, ON, part of the Toronto guide. Cost: free.

9 Queens Quay W (ferry terminal) · Toronto, ON

Why you should go…

A short ferry ride from the downtown harbourfront lands you on a chain of small islands with boardwalks, beaches, and Centreville Amusement Park for kids. The car-free setting makes it a favorite for cycling and picnics, and the view back at the skyline is one of the best in the city. Ferries run year-round but the islands are busiest in summer.

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