Central Waterfront Travel Guide
Toronto
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Popular places to visit
Harbourfront Centre
Enjoy concerts and dance performances, food festivals and art exhibitions, at this multipurpose entertainment center situated on Toronto’s waterfront.
Queen's Quay Terminal
During your trip to Toronto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Queen's Quay Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
HTO Park
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at HTO Park during your travels in Toronto? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Toronto Music Garden
Toronto Music Garden is just one of the places to see in Toronto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Jack Layton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Toronto with a trip to Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Ontario Science Centre: KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre
You can take time to visit Ontario Science Centre: KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre during your travels to Toronto. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Art Gallery of Ontario: General Admission
Hockey Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto
Toronto: Casa Loma Entry Ticket
Toronto: Royal Ontario Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Central Waterfront
Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown
The property is great! There are shops nearby, you can walk or take the tram into the center or any areas of Toronto. The Staple Center, the CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium, Rogers Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame and Harbour Front Centre are all in walking distance. The only reason I am giving the amenities ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
Beds and blankets are phenomenal. Great place to stay if you're going to Scotiabank Arena
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto
This property is at best "average". Location, however, is excellent. Staff are very attentive. Unfortunately, the actual hotel and rooms / lobby etc., all feel quite industrial.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Staff very Attentive , good customer service. The place is ok
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Great room, great location. Best rates in the city.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown
Perfect location near Eaton Center & safe area
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Waterfront
Harbourfront
Known for its fantastic lake views and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Harbourfront. You can visit top attractions like Harbourfront Centre and PATH Underground Shopping Mall, and jump on the metro at Queens Quay West at Rees St West Side Stop or Queens Quay West at Rees St Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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.
St. Lawrence
While you're in St. Lawrence, take in top sights like St. Lawrence Market or Meridian Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King St East at Jarvis St East Side Stop or King St East at Jarvis St West Side Stop.
