Since Ontario Place has been closed down than Toronto Island appears to be the only waterfront getaway worth checking out without leaving the City of Toronto. Make sure you get to the ferry dock early as looked what happened the other weekend with thousands of people lining up for hours to board the transportation to the island. There is lot's... More

Although the ferry terminal is a little bit dated and dingy (surely something could be done to make it a bit more tourist friendly?), the ferry ride was lovely and the islands themselves are beautiful to walk or bike around. More

This park provides many activities for families and solo-travelers alike. The cost is $7/round trip by ferry with many travel times. On the island, you can swim at the beaches, walk/bike the many pathways, play disc golf, go to the amusement park, or just relax. More

Hop on the ferry right next to the Westin Hotel, (btw ferry price has gone up from $6.5 to $7) a quick 20 minutes ferry ride will get you to the central island. Beautiful view from the edge towards CN Tower/Rogers Centre/ Downtown toronto. I took the route from the central island, to the Chelsea beach, then headed towards the... More

The view of the Toronto skyline is amazing from there and the park is a nice gem but nothing special. You have to walk quite some time 30-40 mins to get to the beach on the other side and in between is an amusement park and not much else. If you go with children this might be great but other... More

Great escape from the city - if only something could be done about all the goose poo. Hard to put down a picnic blanket. More

Was surpirsed how much there was over there. Nice boat trip acorss and back and my daughter loved the rides over there. Take a picnic or use one of the BBQ's over there. More

Toronto Islands are spectacular, just a short (15m) and cheap ferry ride over from the Toronto ferry docks. When leaving, if you want the best view of the city, you want to be seated on the right side of the ferry. Once there, you've got a good variety of things to do, even in the off season when many things... More

If you want a break from the city, grab a ferry over to the Islands and you will think you are in the countryside. Could easily spend a day wondering round or going to the beach on a hot day! Bikes for hire as well. More