Ontario Place, Theme park and island group at Lake Ontario waterfront in Toronto, Canada.
Ontario Place sits on multiple artificial islands along Lake Ontario's shore and features open parklands, walking paths, and a variety of recreational areas. The site brings together green spaces with entertainment venues for different interests and ages.
Ontario Place opened in 1971 as a celebration of Canadian accomplishments and technological innovation. The site reflected the government's vision for Canada's future and development at that time.
The Cinesphere introduced IMAX film technology to Canadian audiences and remains a place where visitors experience movies on an enormous curved screen. This venue shaped how Canadians think about cinema and large-scale visual storytelling.
Visitors can reach the site by public transit, with streetcars and buses connecting from downtown Toronto to the entrance. Multiple pathways allow easy movement between islands and around the park.
Elevated walkways and bridges connect the islands and provide wide views of Lake Ontario and Toronto's downtown skyline from different angles. This network of pathways creates an unusual way to explore the waterfront.
Location: Ontario
GPS coordinates: 43.62899,-79.41505
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:00
Toronto offers numerous attractions for families with children. The Toronto Zoo in Scarborough houses more than 5000 animals from all continents. The Ontario Science Centre in Don Valley East presents interactive exhibits on science and technology. The Royal Ontario Museum downtown displays collections on natural and cultural history. Recreational facilities include Canada's Wonderland in Vaughan with rides and shows, Ontario Place on the western waterfront, and Centreville Amusement Park on the Toronto Islands. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada in the Entertainment District houses thousands of marine animals. The CN Tower provides observation decks above the city. Fort York interprets early 19th-century military history, while Black Creek Pioneer Village portrays rural Ontario life in the 1860s. Several parks and natural areas are suitable for family outings. The Toronto Botanical Garden in North York displays regional plants. The Scarborough Bluffs rise up to 300 feet (90 meters) above Lake Ontario. Riverdale Farm in the Riverdale neighborhood is a working farm with domestic animals. Tommy Thompson Park on an artificial peninsula serves as a bird sanctuary.
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