How do I get to Toronto Island on the ferry?

You can get on any Toronto Island ferry from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal (the ferry docks) located near the base of Bay Street, south of Queens Quay. To get to the ferry terminal from Union Station, you have a few options. You could walk, which would take you about 10 minutes.



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Ferries to Toronto Island Park operate year-round out of Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. Ferries carry passengers to and from Centre Island, Hanlan's Point and Ward's Island. There are limited amenities during the off-season.

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Toronto Islands ferry ticket prices: Adult — $9.11. Youth (14-18 with ID) & Senior (65+) — $5.86. Junior (2-13) — $4.29. Infant (under 2) — FREE.

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The ferry to Toronto Island runs, on average, every half hour. Because there are departures on a regular basis, you don't need to make a reservation. This makes it possible to visit Toronto Island spontaneously. Departures may get cancelled under certain climatic conditions, high tides and other emergencies.

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The Ferry Toronto Island takes you to the Toronto Islands, which are located in Lake Ontario. Also often referred to as Toronto Island Park, the islands are only a 13-minute ferry ride away from the city of Toronto.

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The two largest have a capacity of 915 passengers each while the two new electric ferries are designed to carry 1,300 passengers.

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Ferry tickets are available for purchase online. All tickets are valid for round trips. Ferries to Toronto Island Park operate year-round out of Jack Layton Ferry Terminal.

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FYI - fastest way to get to centre island is a water taxi. No line up, no crowds, cash only and got to island in 10 min. It's $10/ adult and $5/ child and kids 2 and under are free!

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Night Shots from Centre Island The most popular spot is the one just west of the centre island ferry terminal. This spot offers a dead on shot of the sweeping landscape. The best time to get a night shot of the cityscape is during the blue hour, just before civil twilight.

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Toronto Island is a car-free zone Toronto Island is considered the largest urban car free community in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). You are not allowed to take cars, motorcycle and any other motorized vehicle onto the island.

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The ferry boats travel to three different Islands: Centre Island, Ward's Island, and Hanlan's Point. The main attractions are on Centre Island, so it is by far the most popular.

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Just a short ferry ride from the city of Toronto, and all connected by boardwalks and walking trails, the Toronto Islands are the perfect place to spend a day with the family, someone special, or on your own.

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The islands are very walkable and relaxing. Boardwalks, paths, green spaces, bike rentals, etc. It's a very nice and calm alternative to the city.

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Can I camp overnight on the Toronto Islands? Officially, no. Unofficially, many people do. Some schools and youth organizations can get special permission to camp on Snake Island.

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If you're looking to go rogue on the Islands, just pack a picnic—but the first rule of Island picnics is don't bring alcohol on your Island picnics – there are cops patrolling and you can get a hefty ticket.

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Can I view fireworks from the island? Absolutely - it's one of the best places to see the Victoria Day or Canada Day fireworks. Very best place for viewing is the Hanlan's Beach – you're closest to “the works” there. Bring towels or blankets to sit on and to wrap yourself in on a cool evening.

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Unfortunately, just a ferry runs between Toronto and Toronto Island, not between Toronto and Niagara Falls. A few attempts were made in the past, and they all failed.

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