A chain of small Lake Ontario islands just offshore from the
city, the Toronto Islands were created from a series of continually
moving sandbars connected to the mainland by a frail peninsula,
which finally disintegrated after a major storm in 1858. Only a
short ferry ride from the mainland, the Toronto Islands provide a
peaceful green refuge from the hubbub of the city and afford
attractive panoramic views of downtown Toronto. Hire a bike or
relax on the beach, take the kids for a day at Centreville
Amusement Park or have a languid picnic in one of the many
designated leafy areas.
Address: Toronto Island Ferry Docks, foot of Bay Street and Quee Website: www.toronto.ca/parks/island/ Telephone: Toronto Island Transportation: The Toronto Island Ferry operates daily from 9am to
10pm, and leaves every 30 minutes. It travels to Hanlan's Point,
Centre Island and Ward's Island Admission: C$6.50 (adults), C$3 (children). Concessions are
available
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