Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring CN Tower.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Discover Toronto's skyline from the CN Tower, featuring breathtaking views, a revolving restaurant, and thrilling glass floor experiences.
The CN Tower stands as a symbol of Toronto's skyline, offering breathtaking views, a revolving restaurant, and an exhilarating glass floor experience for tourists seeking adventure and stunning panoramas of the city.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring CN Tower.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Car
If you are traveling by car from Southwestern Ontario, take Highway 401 East towards Toronto. You will continue on Highway 401 for approximately 150 km. As you approach Toronto, merge onto Highway 427 North, which will take you closer to the downtown area. Continue on Highway 427 until it merges into the Gardiner Expressway. Follow the Gardiner Expressway and take the exit for York Street. Turn left onto York Street, then right onto Bremner Boulevard. The CN Tower will be on your left at 290 Bremner Blvd. Parking is available nearby, but expect to pay around CAD 15-30 depending on the lot.
Public Transportation - Train
For those using public transportation, take a VIA Rail train from any major city in Southwestern Ontario (like London or Windsor) to Union Station in Toronto. The train ride can take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Once you arrive at Union Station, exit the station and walk towards Lower Simcoe Street. From there, you can either walk (approximately 15 minutes) or take the TTC streetcar (Line 509) towards Exhibition. Get off at the Bremner Blvd stop, and the CN Tower will be right in front of you.
Public Transportation - Bus
Alternatively, you can take a Greyhound or Megabus from various locations in Southwestern Ontario to Toronto. The bus will arrive at the terminal close to downtown. Once you arrive, walk towards Union Station (about a 10-15 minute walk) or take the TTC subway from St. Andrew Station (Line 1) to Union Station. From Union Station, follow the directions for the train option: walk towards Lower Simcoe Street or take the streetcar (Line 509) towards Exhibition and get off at the Bremner Blvd stop.
Use CN Tower as your starting point for nearby food, family ideas, nightlife, and more local discoveries.
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