Toronto Centre Island|Explore the Three Islands and Enjoy the Skyline
Toronto Centre Island consists of Ward’s Island, Centre Island, and Hanlan’s Point. To explore the islands efficiently, remember: the ferry runs very frequently, check the comments for exact times. The departure point, Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, is very close to Union Station, just a short walk away.
Taking the ferry is very cost-effective, about 9 CAD per person round trip, and the ferry departs on time; if you're in a hurry, you can choose a water taxi, which costs a bit more for a one-way trip. Once on the island, head straight to the spot with the best views—Centre Island by the lake is perfect for capturing the skyline. The Toronto skyline reflects on Lake Ontario, with skyscrapers blending with the shimmering water. Every shot is Instagram-worthy 📸, and the soft light at dusk makes the scene even more gentle.
Each of the three islands has its highlights: Centre Island is lively, with a children's playground, a farm zoo, and many restaurants and shops; Ward’s Island is a residential area with charming colorful houses, and the lakeside boardwalk is great for a stroll; Hanlan’s Point features the Centre Island Airport and a vintage lighthouse, perfect for photos.
Along the walk, you’ll often encounter surprises—swans gliding slowly across the water 🦢, groups of wild ducks chasing ripples. When tired, just sit on the lawn, feel the lake breeze, and watch the skyline—it’s so relaxing you won’t want to leave.
Other visitors' reviews of Lake Ontario
Show More ReviewsLake Ontario is located at the junction of Canada and the United States. It is a border lake between the two countries. It is long and oval. In the United States, Lake Ontario is in New York State. We went there in early July. The lakeside was still a little cool in the early morning, and the air was very fresh. It takes less than half an hour to drive north from the center of Rochester to the lakeside. You can drive along the lakeshore. There are beautifully built single-family villas by the lake, beautiful lawns in front of the houses, and private roads leading to the main road. The private houses have a superior geographical location, but unfortunately you cannot trespass. There are also houses built along the lake. Villages, small town residents fish and grow flowers and drink coffee leisurely in front of their homes. There is no commercial atmosphere here. Outsiders passing by to enjoy the scenery consciously turn on the Do Not Disturb mode. The car is parked in a spacious place at the entrance of the village. Glancing at the road sign, a bird is singing happily on the sign. There is a large lawn in front of the cottage, and behind the house is a deep blue lake. The lake gulls squat on wooden piles in rows. You think you see the sea. There are also relatively mature public rest and viewing areas and free parking lots for tourists to stay. We stopped to rest at the junction where the inner river flows into Lake Ontario. There is a road in the middle and water on both sides, an inner lake and an outer lake. Waterfowl rest under the shade of trees, and the owner and his dog stroll along the lakeshore, looking very comfortable. This is my first time to see Lake Ontario. It took less than half a day, but I was deeply impressed. I will have the opportunity to visit it in depth.