Central Waterfront Travel Guide
Toronto
Visit Central Waterfront
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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 walkable 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Spadina Quay Wetlands
Learn about the local history of Toronto when you spend time at Spadina Quay Wetlands. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Hockey Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
Toronto: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Entry Ticket
Toronto: Casa Loma Entry Ticket
Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour + Boat & Behind Falls Entry
Neon Battle Splatter Painting in Toronto
Toronto: Royal Ontario Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Central Waterfront
Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown
Parking is expensive but central to most things you can walk. Bed was ok and lakeview was good even though it was super cold.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
Great rooms and very nice food.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
This is a great deal; the breakfast was inclusive and far exceeded the usual hotel swill- fresh fruit! turkey sausage!- the place is spotless and comfortable, i did laps in the pool each morning. My room was quite cold and i could not get the heat to warm it but they did cheerily bring extra blankets ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Great time, well priced
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
One King West Hotel & Residence
The room was clean but some issue to the ventilation because I could smell everything was prepared in the kitchen of the restaurant.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto
satisfied all of our needs - excellent service
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
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.
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.
Old Toronto
If you're spending time in Old Toronto, check out sights like CN Tower or Rogers Centre 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.
