Harbourfront Travel Guide

Toronto

Harbourfront which includes a marina, a city and a bay or harbour
Harbourfront featuring a city
Harbourfront showing boating, a river or creek and sailing
Harbourfront
Harbourfront

Toronto’s beautiful maritime quarter has been restored and reincarnated into a haven of art and activity for all to enjoy.

Cruise the lake’s vast waters or learn how to skipper your own boat at Harbourfront. Marvel at brilliant music and theatre at the various modern performance areas or come for a fun evening at the open-air cinema.

Once a wasteland of crumbling factories, Toronto’s harbour was brought back to life with a project launched in 1972. Two decades later the 10-acre (4-hectare) site opened. Join locals and visitors to enjoy a wealth of different activities and the best of the region’s extensive cultural attractions..

Walk to multiple galleries showcasing some of Canada’s finest art and design. The Artport Gallery celebrates contemporary and abstract pieces while the Craft and Design Studio documents the work of resident experts in glassblowing and ceramics.

Book a spot in one of the regular workshops that take place with the help of experienced teachers. Discover how to make beautiful jewellery and textiles or shape stunning pottery. Check out the schedule at the Fleck Dance Theatre and Brigantine Room for live performances.

There is also plenty to do outdoors. Ice skating lessons are available all winter. Rent skates and head out onto one of the area’s most scenic rinks.

During summer, the action is on the water. Harbourfront is a Canadian Yachting Association centre of excellence with a selection of boats and expert watersport instructors on hand. Gybe and tack a small dinghy or complete various nautical courses on land. If you would rather let someone else take the helm, head out on a guided tour of the lake or spend an afternoon relaxing in style on a privately chartered yacht.

Don’t miss the regular evening and weekend events. Select from about 4,000 of these throughout the year, including free movie nights, food festivals and live music.

Harbourfront is located on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, a 10-minute drive from the centre of Toronto. Most gallery exhibits are free. Sign up for courses and lessons online.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Harbourfront

Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown

Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown

3.5 out of 5
249 Queen's Quay West, Toronto, ON
The price is ฿5,829 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿5,829
฿7,146 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,719 reviews)
"Clean & sustainable elements in place. Room nice & spacious. Bathroom was average but okay. Nice staff. Great location."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

4 out of 5
33 Gerrard St W, Toronto, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,518 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿4,518
฿5,540 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (12,776 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
30 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON
The price is ฿5,943 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,943
฿7,286 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,791 reviews)
"Downtown"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites

Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
175 Wynford Drive, Toronto, ON
The price is ฿3,335 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,335
฿4,088 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
7.4/10 Good! (6,089 reviews)
"There was cable work done and it wasnt cleaned up. Microwaves in room would be nice also."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown

4 out of 5
108 Chestnut St, Toronto, ON
The price is ฿5,736 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
฿5,736
฿7,032 total
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,389 reviews)
"We were in Toronto for the Blue jays games. We wanted to stay downtown close restaurants and the Roger’s centre. Our overall experience was very good."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown
Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto

Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto

4 out of 5
1133 Queens Plate Dr, Toronto, ON
The price is ฿2,982 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿2,982
฿4,180 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,309 reviews)
"Price"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto
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Other neighbourhoods around Harbourfront

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Toronto Entertainment District

Travellers choose Toronto Entertainment District for its popular aquarium. Hop aboard the metro at Spadina Ave at Bremner Blvd North Side Stop or Spadina Ave at Front St West North Side Stop and check out top sights like Rogers Centre.

Toronto Entertainment District
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CityPlace

If you're spending time in CityPlace, check out sights like Rogers Centre or The Path and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spadina Ave at Bremner Blvd Stop or Spadina Ave at Bremner Blvd North Side Stop.

CityPlace
Financial District which includes city views, modern architecture and a city

Financial District

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Hockey Hall of Fame to Four Seasons Centre – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Financial District
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Wellington Place

If you're spending time in Wellington Place, check out sights like Spadina Avenue Shopping District or The Path and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King St West at Portland St East Side Stop or King St West at Spadina Ave West Side Stop.

Wellington Place
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Old Toronto

If you're spending time in Old Toronto, check out sights like Scotiabank Arena or CN Tower and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dundas St West at Bay St Stop or Queen St West at Bay St Stop.

Old Toronto
Downtown Toronto showing heritage architecture, a city and an administrative building

Downtown Toronto

4/5(483 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like Scotiabank Arena and CN Tower, and jump on the metro at Dundas Station or Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown Toronto


Harbourfront Travel Guide