Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Public aquarium at Entertainment District, Toronto, Canada
Ripley's Aquarium is a multi-level facility located in Toronto's downtown entertainment district near the CN Tower. The building contains numerous tanks and exhibits housing thousands of marine animals from around the world.
The facility opened in 2013 and expanded Toronto's entertainment and educational attractions in the downtown core. Its construction contributed to transforming the area around the CN Tower into a modern tourism hub.
The facility displays marine life from Canadian waters, including species from the Great Lakes and Atlantic regions that visitors can observe in dedicated sections. These exhibits help people discover local underwater ecosystems without traveling far.
Visiting on weekdays or early mornings offers a more comfortable experience with fewer crowds. The location is easily accessible by public transit and features wheelchair access to most exhibit areas.
A standout feature is the Dangerous Lagoon with a moving walkway that takes visitors beneath sharks and rays swimming overhead. This underwater tunnel experience ranks among the longest of its kind in North America.
Location: Toronto
Website: https://ripleyaquariums.com/canada
GPS coordinates: 43.64248,-79.38605
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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