CN Tower
Tickets, the Glass Floor & Visitor Guide to Toronto's Icon
⏱ 1-1.5 hours👤 All ages$$
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Completed in 1976, the CN Tower rises 553 meters above downtown Toronto and held the title of world's tallest free-standing structure until 2007 — and it remains the defining feature of the city's skyline. A visit begins with a rapid glass-fronted elevator ride up the outside of the tower, climbing to the main observation levels in under a minute.
At the top, the experience unfolds across several levels. The main LookOut level offers floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views over the city, the Toronto Islands, and Lake Ontario (on a clear day you can see for over 100 km, sometimes as far as Niagara). The famous Glass Floor — a section of reinforced glass you can stand on, looking straight down 342 meters to the ground — is a heart-quickening highlight, alongside the outdoor SkyTerrace. The revolving 360 Restaurant lets you dine with a slowly rotating view. For an extra fee, the SkyPod elevator climbs even higher, to one of the highest observation points in the hemisphere.
The ultimate thrill is the EdgeWalk: harnessed to an overhead rail, small groups walk hands-free around a ledge encircling the tower's main pod, 116 stories (356 meters) above the ground — one of the world's highest such experiences (a separate, premium, seasonal booking). Most visitors simply enjoy the observation decks; plan around an hour, more with the restaurant or SkyPod. Book timed tickets ahead, especially in summer, and choose a clear day for the views. It's right by Ripley's Aquarium and the waterfront downtown.
What to Expect
Format
Timed-entry ticket. Glass elevators to the LookOut level (Glass Floor, SkyTerrace) and views; the higher SkyPod and the revolving restaurant are extras. EdgeWalk is a separate premium, seasonal booking. Self-paced.
Best Time
A clear day for the views; sunset and dusk are spectacular. Book ahead in summer to skip lines. Morning is quietest.
Duration
1-1.5 hours for the observation decks; longer with the restaurant or SkyPod.
Tips
Book timed tickets ahead, especially in summer. Go on a clear day for the best views (on the clearest days you can see toward Niagara). Stand on the Glass Floor for the thrill. The SkyPod and revolving restaurant are paid extras; the EdgeWalk is a separate premium, weather-dependent, seasonal experience. It's next to Ripley's Aquarium — easy to combine.
⚡ Quick Picks
Best For
Every first-time visitor — it's the iconic Toronto experience and the city's best view.
Families
Kids love the glass elevators and the Glass Floor. The observation decks are safe and engaging; the EdgeWalk has age/height limits.
Couples
Sunset from the deck or dinner in the revolving restaurant is a classic Toronto evening; the EdgeWalk is a shared adrenaline rush.
Pair With
Ripley's Aquarium is right at the base; the waterfront, Rogers Centre, and the Entertainment District are steps away.
Time Needed
1-1.5 hours.
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How tall is the CN Tower?
553 meters (1,815 feet). Completed in 1976, it was the world's tallest free-standing structure for over three decades and remains the icon of Toronto's skyline.
What's the Glass Floor?
A section of reinforced glass on the main observation level that you can stand on, looking straight down 342 meters to the ground — a thrilling highlight, alongside the outdoor SkyTerrace.
What is the EdgeWalk?
A hands-free walk around a ledge encircling the tower's main pod, 116 stories (356 meters) above the ground, while harnessed to an overhead rail — one of the world's highest such experiences. It's a separate, premium, weather-dependent seasonal booking with age and height requirements.
Do I need to book ahead?
Yes, especially in summer — a timed ticket booked in advance helps you skip the lines. Choose a clear day for the best views.
What's nearby?
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is right at the base of the tower, and the waterfront, Rogers Centre, and the Entertainment District are all close — easy to combine.
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