Where do you catch the ferry to Centre Island?

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.



To reach Centre Island in Toronto, you must go to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, located at 9 Queens Quay West, at the intersection of Bay Street and Queens Quay. The terminal is somewhat tucked away behind the Westin Harbour Castle hotel. In 2026, ferries to Centre Island operate on a frequent schedule from mid-April through mid-October; during the winter months, the ferry service typically only runs to Ward’s Island (the residential side), though you can still walk to Centre Island from there. It is highly recommended to purchase tickets online in advance via the City of Toronto website to avoid the long ticket booth lines, especially on summer weekends. Once you have your ticket, look for the specific boarding gate labeled "Centre Island," as the terminal also serves Ward’s Island and Hanlan’s Point. The ferry ride itself takes about 10-15 minutes and offers one of the best "skyline views" of Toronto. Note that while there is no public parking at the terminal, it is easily accessible via the TTC streetcar from Union Station.

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To get to Centre Island beach, take the Centre Island ferry from mainland Toronto. Walk by the amusement park and take the long open walkway across the island. Be aware that there may be long lineups for the ferry on hot summer days. *A Blue Flag beach is one that meets strict water quality and safety criteria.

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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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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. All the islands are connected to each other and visitors can walk or bike from one to another.

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

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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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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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Only the Ward's Island ferry runs year-round. 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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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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Water Taxi Hours The Toronto Harbour Water Taxi, on the other hand, does offer late service from the Islands. Its operating hours are 8 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

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