CN Tower

CN Tower

Standing 533 metres tall and towering above the rest of Toronto’s skyline, the CN Tower is a historical and cultural icon of the city and country. Considered one of the world's great engineering feats, this tower was the tallest structure in the world for over 30 years, from 1975 until 2007.

A top family attraction, you’ll enjoy seeing panoramic city views from the high vantage point of the SkyPod or the dining windows in the tower’s 360 Restaurant. If you’re the adventurous type, try walking along the tower’s outdoor ledge with the CN Tower EdgeWalk.

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Toronto skyline during the daytime featuring the CN Tower.

CN Tower | Destination Toronto

How to get to CN Tower

Location: 290 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto

By transit: Union Station is the main transit access point to the CN Tower. Find directions online and plan your visit to the CN Tower.

By car: Several paid parking options are available nearby, including the Metro Toronto Convention Centre and the Impark lot on Navy Wharf Court.

Know before you go

Save money on admission by purchasing a Toronto CityPASS.

Purchase your CN Tower tickets in advance online or at the door. Children aged two years and younger receive complimentary admission.

Visit the CN Tower’s Common Questions page for more information.

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Things to do at CN Tower

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Dining with a view

Book a table at 360 The Restaurant at the CN Tower, which offers exceptional food paired with a revolving view of Toronto from over 350 metres above the ground.

Thrill-seeking activities

See Toronto and Lake Ontario from above while walking the CN Tower EdgeWalk, the world’s highest full circle hands-free walk at 350 metres above the ground.

Visit the highest viewing deck

Feel the CN Tower sway in the wind in the Skypod, the highest observation platform in the Western Hemisphere. This unique attraction is located 33 storeys higher than the main deck.

Have a toast

Celebrate your life’s milestones with the CN Tower’s 360 celebration packages. From a romantic dinner for two to a fun charcuterie party, you’ll find options to suit every occasion.

Take memorable pictures

The Main Observation Level features window walls in all directions, providing uninterrupted views of the city. It serves as the perfect backdrop for taking photographs.

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Three people walking along the CN Tower EdgeWalk with harnesses.
EdgeWalk CN Tower | Kevin Arnold

Interesting facts about the CN Tower

The “CN” in CN Tower stands for Canadian National, the railway company that built the tower between 1973 and 1976. From the tower, viewers can see as far as Niagara Falls on a clear day.

In addition to being a tourist spot, the CN Tower is the centre of telecommunications for the southern Ontario region, serving more than 17 Canadian television and FM radio stations. It provides much-needed cell signal to millions of people in the city of Toronto and the surrounding Greater Toronto Area.

A time capsule is embedded in the tower’s walls and will be opened on its 100th birthday in 2076.

Accessibility Features

Accessible drop-off location

Passenger drop-off is available by an  accessible entrance. 

Accessible entrances/exits

A sufficiently wide, hard surfaced,  unobstructed path, no steps or equipped  with ramp connecting to a public  entrance or exit and identified by signage.  Automatic door openers, adequate  manoeuvring room in front of door.

Accessible restaurant

Accessible entrance; adequate  manoeuvring room; accessible washroom  nearby. Tables with removable chairs and  adequate knee clearance.  Cafeteria/buffet counters reachable for  mobility device users. 

Accessible transportation

Accessible public transportation and/or  accessible shuttle buses serve the site. 

Accessible washroom

An accessible washroom stall has  adequate manoeuvring room for mobility  devices. Includes grab bars, transfer  space, accessible door latch, sink with  knee clearance, and lever handles or  automatic sensor faucets. 

Elevator access

Elevator access to all public floors with  adequate manoeuvring room to enter  and exit the elevator.

Information available in alternative format

Accessible formats (e.g. for menus,  brochures, etc) and communication  supports are provided in a timely manner  upon request at no extra charge in  consultation with the person making the  request.

Service animals welcome

Service animal can be identified by visual  indicators (guide dog or other animal  wearing a vest/harness); or  documentation available from a  regulated health professional to confirm  the animal is required due to a disability. 

Support persons welcome

Support persons are welcome to provide  services or assistance with  communication, mobility, personal care,  medical needs or access to facilities.  Please check with the organization about  entry fees, if applicable.

Universal washroom

Separate, individual washroom with  adequate manoeuvring room for mobility  devices. Includes grab bars, transfer  space, accessible door latch, accessible  sink with knee clearance, easy-to-use  faucets and adult change table. 

Wheelchair accessible

Unobstructed path through public  hallways that are wide enough to allow  people using wheelchairs and other  mobility devices to move easily through  the building. 

Wheelchair and/or mobility devices available

Wheelchairs and/or mobility devices are  available, free of charge, or for rent. 

Last updated: April 26, 2024

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