What does Toronto Island have?

The Toronto Islands have something for everyone, including sporting facilities (a huge disc golf course!), great swimming in Lake Ontario (we have some of the cleanest beaches in the world), canoeing and kayaking, a historic 200-year old lighthouse, large grassy fields for any activity you can imagine, a secluded ...



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The island community is the largest urban car-free community in North America.

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Each beach is great for swimming, tanning, or relaxing. All Toronto Islands beaches are free to access (aside from the cost to use the ferry). Three of the four (all except Hanlan's Point) have received the prestigious Blue Flag designation, indicating top water quality, safety, and access.

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Despite the number of park visitors and the extent of mown grass, the Islands support a rich variety of mammals. Grey squirrels and raccoons are resident here as elsewhere in Toronto. The raccoon population has grown significantly in recent years as they have few predators and abundant food.

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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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Overnight camping is not allowed on Toronto Island Park.

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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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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 park offers a peaceful escape with its lush greenery, pristine beaches, and breathtaking views of Lake Ontario. You possibly need more than 1 day to visit all places on this island. There are 3 points of ferries you can arrive and depart.

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There is something for everyone - stunning iconic views of the Toronto skyline, beaches, Centreville Amusement Park, boating, picnic areas, historic lighthouse, to name a few. Also cafes and restaurants, toilets and bike rental.

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Picnic and BBQ on Toronto Island The best picnic sites are on Centre Island, Olympic Island and Hanlan's Point. You can bring your own charcoal BBQ if you like but propane BBQs aren't allowed! A permit is only required for groups of over 25 people. You can obtain a permit from the City of Toronto here.

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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 residents on the island say they really love the winter season because, after hosting 1.6 million visitors through the summer months, it feels like the island returns to them. If you want to journey across the lake this winter, skating and cross-country skiing await. But, one tip—bring your own skates and skis.

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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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Alcohol may not be consumed anywhere on the Toronto Islands except in licensed establishments. Toronto bylaw enforcement officers regularly patrol the island looking for violations.

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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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Each beach is great for swimming, tanning, or relaxing. All Toronto Islands beaches are free to access (aside from the cost to use the ferry). Three of the four (all except Hanlan's Point) have received the prestigious Blue Flag designation, indicating top water quality, safety, and access.

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Cars are not allowed on Toronto Island, which means you have to park your car on the mainland in Toronto. Read more about the ferry to Toronto and parking close to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal below. The entrance of the terminal is located on the westside of the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel.

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