Toronto: CN Tower, Harbour Cruise & St. Lawrence Market

See Toronto from three angles in one morning—tower, water, and street

You get skip-the-line entry to the CN Tower with access to the Glass Floor and outdoor SkyTerrace; a guided harbour cruise around the Toronto Islands with views of the downtown skyline; free time to explore St. Lawrence Market or the Distillery Historic District depending on the day; and a driving tour past Queen's Park, the University of Toronto, and other landmarks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the group stays small enough that your guide can answer questions without rushing.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Visit CN Tower and enjoy panoramic views
• Take Toronto City Harbour boat cruise
• Explore St. Lawrence Market at leisure
• Pass by Old City Hall
• Pass by Queen’s Park
• Pass by University of Toronto campus
• Pass by Yonge-Dundas Square
• Stop at Nathan Phillips Square and City Hall

The Experience

Most visitors spend a day chasing one landmark at a time. This tour stacks three of them into four hours, which sounds rushed until you realize the guide handles the logistics and you skip the entry lines. You start with hotel pickup from downtown Toronto, then head straight to the CN Tower—553 meters of glass and steel that once held the record for world's tallest free-standing structure. Skip-the-line access means you're in the high-speed elevator within minutes, riding up to the LookOut Level where you can step onto the Glass Floor 342 meters above the city. On clear days you see Lake Ontario and the distant mist of Niagara Falls. The outdoor SkyTerrace wraps around the whole thing, so there's space to breathe and shoot photos without elbowing past crowds.

After the tower comes the water. The Toronto Harbour Cruise (May through October) takes you out on the inner harbor and around the Toronto Islands—a completely different view of the same skyline you just looked down at. The captain shares commentary about the city's history and architecture while you're standing on an open-air deck with a breeze coming off Lake Ontario. In winter months when the boat doesn't run, the tour swaps in Casa Loma instead, so the itinerary doesn't collapse. Either way, you're moving between distinct experiences rather than standing in one spot.

The third stop is St. Lawrence Market, a public market that's been running since 1803 with over 100 vendors selling produce, cheese, baked goods, and prepared food. You get free time here to wander, eat a peameal bacon sandwich if you want one, or just watch how the place works. It's the kind of spot that feels like it belongs to locals, not tourists—though tourists are welcome. The market closes Mondays, so on those days the tour visits the Distillery Historic District instead. Your guide drives you through downtown on the way, pointing out Queen's Park, the University of Toronto campus, Old City Hall, and Yonge-Dundas Square, so you're not just teleporting between attractions.

The whole thing runs four hours with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Groups stay under 12 people, which means the guide can actually talk to you instead of herding a crowd. Bottled water comes with it. If you're new to Toronto and want the main sights without spending the day researching transit, entry times, and which direction to walk, this is the easiest way to do it.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from downtown Toronto.
• skip-the-line admission to the CN Tower with access to the LookOut Level, Glass Floor, and outdoor SkyTerrace.
• Toronto Harbour Cruise (May–October) or Casa Loma visit (November–April).
• free time at St. Lawrence Market or the Distillery Historic District.
• guided driving tour past Queen's Park, University of Toronto, Old City Hall, and Yonge-Dundas Square.
• bottled water.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Zoom Tours Inc

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want Toronto's main sights in one morning without arranging transport between them, buying separate tickets, or timing the entry lines yourself—the small group size and fixed schedule are what make all three stops fit into four hours.

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Top questions

How long is the tour?

Four hours total, including hotel pickup and drop-off from downtown Toronto.

Is CN Tower entry included?

Yes. You get skip-the-line access to the LookOut Level, the Glass Floor, and the outdoor SkyTerrace.

What happens in winter if the boat doesn't run?

The harbour cruise (May–October) is replaced with a visit to Casa Loma, so the tour structure stays the same.

What's included at St. Lawrence Market?

Free time to explore, shop, and eat. The market is closed Mondays, so the tour visits the Distillery Historic District instead on those days.

How many people are in a group?

Maximum 11 guests per tour.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes, round-trip pickup and drop-off from downtown Toronto hotels are included.

What if I'm traveling with a small child?

Infants and small children can use a pram or stroller. Specialized infant seats are available if needed.

Do I need to be fit for this tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Most time is spent on the boat, in the elevator, or walking at a leisurely pace through the market.