How to get to Centre Island from Toronto?

To get here you will need to take the short scenic ferry ride to Centre Island. The Jack Layton Ferry Terminal is located at 9 Queen's Quay West, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2H3. You'll find the terminal at the foot of Bay Street at Queen's Quay West, just west of the Westin Harbour Castle hotel.



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The Ferry Terminal is located in the heart of downtown Toronto and is very easy to get to. There are three different pedestrian ferries that take visitors to three different locations: Ward's Island, Centre Island, and Hanlan's Point. The ferry ride is approximately 15 minutes.

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Centre Island lives up to its name by offering a variety of attractions, including picnic areas, beaches, sporting rentals and the Centreville Amusement Park. This park boasts more than 30 rides, a petting zoo and a charming boating lagoon.

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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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Once on the islands, you can bike, hike or swim your way around the beaches and walking paths. There's Centre Island Beach (the family favourite), Gibraltar Point Beach, Hanlan's Point Beach and Ward's Island Beach, each with its own unique vibe.

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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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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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Toronto Island Park is made up of several islands, including Ward's Island, Centre Island and Hanlan's Point. Visit Ferries to Toronto Island Park for ferry schedules and fees.

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Park Hours: 10:30 AM - 05:00 PM.

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Centre Island Beach is near the old pier on the opposite side of the island from the ferry terminal. This area is also known as “Manitou Beach”. “Manitou” refers to the spirits of the Algonquin tribes who were the first people to enjoy the island.

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Cars are not allowed on the islands, so you'll need to get around on foot or by bicycle.

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Cars are not allowed on the islands, so you'll need to get around on foot or by bicycle. Cycling is a good way to tour these flat islands, which are crisscrossed with pathways. In summer, 35-minute tram tours leave from Centre Island, a short walk south of the ferry docks.

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Centreville Amusement Park is very family oriented park, with rides and attractions suitable for all ages but is geared towards families with children 12 and under.

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Might take you 3-4 hrs walking depending on how fast you are but i suggest you stay for at least half a day to enjoy the views toronto island has to offer .. :) Helpful?

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The Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division of the City of Toronto government operates three public ferry routes to Hanlan's Point, Centre Island Park and Ward's Island from Jack Layton Terminal at the foot of Bay Street on the central Toronto waterfront.

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Getting to Centre Island Centre Island visitors catch a ferry at the foot of Bay St. at the Toronto Ferry Docks, a 5 - 10 minute walk away from Union Station. Tickets for a round trip cost $8.19 Children under 2 are free. The ferry leaves every 15 minutes in the summer, less frequently in colder months.

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