Harbourfront Centre

Overview

Harbourfront Centre is a vibrant waterfront destination offering a variety of cultural, family, and community programs. It is a hub for arts, culture, and recreational activities in Toronto.

It is a significant cultural hub that hosts numerous festivals, concerts, and community events, attracting both locals and tourists.

Arts Recreation Community Events

Location

Address

235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, Ontario

Neighborhood: Harbourfront

Coordinates

43.643300, -79.385400

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

May-September

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

warm

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Check schedule
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• uneven surfaces

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

CAD

Typical Costs

entry $0

parking $10

food $15

souvenirs $20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 24 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Harbourfront Centre App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Event schedule, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Toronto Pearson International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

$40 30 min

public_transport

$5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 3 km

metro

$3 10 min

bus

$3.25 15 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry always
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

where_is Where is

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#harbourfront #toronto

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas indoor events

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy allowed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

CN Tower

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Landmark

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada

Distance: 800m

Walking: 10 min

Type: Aquarium

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Check schedule"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+1 416-973-4000

info@harbourfrontcentre.com

www.harbourfrontcentre.com

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