Central Waterfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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 theatre scene 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.
The Pier
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Pier in Toronto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Toronto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto
Hockey Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
Toronto: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Entry Ticket
Luxury Small-Group Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto with Hornblower Cruise
Art Gallery of Ontario: General Admission
Our pick of the best Central Waterfront Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown
Nice hotel but missing a few little touches. No mirror except in the bathroom, awkward when two people are trying to get ready. Also only one small bar of soap, no body wash or second soap for the shower. Very comfortable bed & pillows!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
loved the balcony option
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Cleanliness of the room.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
Courteous staff. Good service.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Room was clean but there was one day the room wasn’t made even though the DND was off (it was also before housekeeping left)
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown
Clean room. Rafi the bartender was fantastic. Super friendly and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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 Queen's Quay Terminal, 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.
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.
