Harbourfront Centre in Toronto

Harbourfront Centre

Enjoy concerts and dance performances, food festivals and art exhibitions, at this multipurpose entertainment center situated on Toronto’s waterfront.

Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre is a year-round entertainment complex that features live music and dance shows, family activities, food festivals and art exhibitions. Run by a non-profit organization, this 10-acre (4-hectare) waterfront complex hosts some 4,000 events a year in and around multipurpose venues.

Start in the York Quay Centre, where you’ll find an art gallery that hosts exhibitions ranging from visual and experimental arts to architecture. At the heart of the Harbourfront Centre site, Canada Square is a modern waterfront square with public artworks. Take a seat on Lakeside Terrace and enjoy views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands. Kids can enjoy canoe and paddleboat rides on the pond beside the center’s boardwalk. The pond doubles up as an ice skating rink during the winter months and skating classes are available for beginners.

Art lovers will appreciate the contemporary art exhibitions, artist talks and film screenings held at The Power Plant. Set in a 1920s power station, the gallery showcases the work of both local and international artists. For a fee you can take a guided tour of the gallery to learn about the current exhibitions. In the same building is the Enwave Theatre, which is one of three theaters at the center that put on live music events, dance and theatrical performances.

At almost any time of the year you can find festivals celebrating art, dance, music and food. Enjoy foodie events dedicated to Pan American cuisine, hot and spicy dishes, and Filipino and artisanal flavors. Celebrate Victoria Day and Thanksgiving, dance to DJ sets at the Redpath Stage and take part in free yoga lessons. Don’t miss the Caribbean carnival Island Soul, which showcases Caribbean food and music.

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, the Harbourfront Centre is a short walk from Union Station. Streetcars stop directly outside of the center’s main entrance. If you are driving, park in one of the on-site underground parking lots for a fee.

Opening times of the individual venues vary. Find the complete opening times on the center’s official website plus a schedule of events and festivals.

Guide to Exploring around Harbourfront Centre

Toronto Zoo

A zoological wonderland with animals from all over the globe.

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Casa Loma

This romantic hilltop mansion is a true Toronto landmark with a classic interior that you may recognize from several blockbuster movies.

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Royal Ontario Museum

Canada’s biggest dinosaur, Egyptian mummies and ice-age mammals make this museum one of Toronto’s most popular attractions for the whole family.

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Art Gallery of Ontario

In 1900, a group of Canadian residents established an art museum, which now holds 80,000 works from the past 20 centuries.

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Toronto Botanical Garden

This free landscaped park focuses on organic and sustainable growing practices and has remarkable ornamental hedges and flower displays.

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Canada's Wonderland

The highlight at this amusement park is the super-fast Leviathan ride, but there are 15 other roller coasters and more than 200 attractions to explore.

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Ontario Science Centre

Discover why people get older, understand how to play music, and learn about the Milky Way and constellations in this educational museum with an OMNIMAX theater.

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High Park

Visit one of Toronto’s most important natural areas with an endangered black oak savannah habitat, local wildlife park, picnic areas and sports facilities.

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Hockey Hall of Fame

This museum showcases Canada’s greatest ice hockey players and achievements and gives visitors the chance to play game simulations.

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Ontario Place

This multipurpose entertainment and recreation park with marina and beaches spans three offshore Lake Ontario islands.

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Toronto Eaton Centre

Treat yourself to a shopping trip in the stores and boutiques of Toronto’s largest mall, which is housed under a striking glass ceiling.

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Rogers Centre

Come to this multipurpose stadium to watch baseball matches and football games, listen to concerts of famous bands, see family shows or simply tour this central entertainment complex.

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St. Lawrence Market

Shop for fresh fruits and vegetables, take cooking classes, taste Toronto’s Peameal Bacon sandwiches and other local delights and search for collector’s items at this high-ranking local favorite.

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Fort York National Historic Site

Visit this military fortification to discover Georgian-era barracks, walk on an historic battlefield and watch the reenactment of Toronto’s most famous battle.

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PATH Underground Shopping Mall

Explore a maze of underground walkways to discover fashion stores and restaurants and get direct access to some of Toronto’s major attractions.

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Toronto Islands

A labyrinth of long beaches, woodland walks and tranquil waterways, this miniature island chain is the ultimate city getaway.

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Downtown Yonge

The heart of downtown Toronto contains the retail and entertainment section of one of the longest streets in North America. Malls with neon signs mix with historic architecture and theaters.

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Bloor West Village Vacation

Eastern European culture, cafés, delis and one of the biggest parks in Toronto make this family-friendly village a delightful destination.

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Mississauga City Centre Vacation Packages

One of Eastern Canada’s newest cities is captivating with stylish shopping, parks, outdoor social spaces, fine dining and art galleries.

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One King West Hotel & Residence CA $152

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Aug. 12 - Aug. 13

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One King West Hotel & Residence

1 King Street West, Toronto, ON

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Located in Financial District, this romantic hotel is steps away from The Path and PATH Underground Shopping Mall. Hockey Hall of Fame and Meridian Hall are also within 5 minutes. King Station and King St West at Yonge St West Side Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

The Fairmont Royal York CA $237

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Aug. 24 - Aug. 25

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The Fairmont Royal York

100 Front St West, Toronto, ON

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

This family-friendly Toronto hotel is located in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Scotiabank Arena, Hockey Hall of Fame and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. CN Tower and Rogers Centre are also within 15 minutes. Union Station is only a 2-minute walk and York St At King St West Stop is 4 minutes.

Novotel Toronto Centre CA $208

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Aug. 6 - Aug. 7

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Novotel Toronto Centre

45 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON

3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

Located in Downtown Toronto, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hockey Hall of Fame and Scotiabank Arena. Toronto Eaton Centre and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada are also within 1 mi (2 km). King St East at Yonge St East Side Stop is 6 minutes by foot and King St East at Church St West Side Stop is 6 minutes.

Bisha Hotel Toronto CA $329

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Bisha Hotel Toronto

80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON

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Located in Toronto Entertainment District, this luxury hotel is steps away from The Path and TIFF Bell Lightbox. Princess of Wales Theatre and PATH Underground Shopping Mall are also within 5 minutes. King St West at Blue Jays Way East Side Stop and King St West at Peter St West Side Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

Radisson Admiral Hotel Toronto Harbourfront CA $155

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Radisson Admiral Hotel Toronto Harbourfront

249 Queen's Quay West, Toronto, ON

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Located in Toronto Entertainment District, this eco-friendly hotel is steps away from Lake Ontario, Harbourfront Centre and PATH Underground Shopping Mall. Rogers Centre and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada are also within 10 minutes. Queens Quay West at Rees St Stop and Queens Quay West at Rees St West Side Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

108 Chestnut St, Toronto, ON

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Located in Downtown Toronto, this hotel is steps away from The Path and PATH Underground Shopping Mall. Nathan Phillips Square and Toronto City Hall are also within 5 minutes. Dundas St West at Chestnut St Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Dundas St West at Bay St Stop is 3 minutes.

The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto CA $188

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Aug. 7 - Aug. 8

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The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto

1 Harbour Sq, Toronto, ON

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

This family-friendly Toronto hotel is located on the boardwalk, within a 10-minute walk of Scotiabank Arena and Hockey Hall of Fame. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada and CN Tower are also within 15 minutes. Queens Quay Ferry Docks Terminal Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Queens Quay West at Harbourfront Centre Stop is 6 minutes.

InterContinental Toronto Centre CA $185

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InterContinental Toronto Centre

225 Front St W, Toronto, ON

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Located in Toronto Entertainment District, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Roy Thomson Hall, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada and CN Tower. TIFF Bell Lightbox and Scotiabank Arena are also within 10 minutes. King St West at University Ave West Side Stop is only a 5-minute walk and St Andrew Station is 5 minutes.