Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
Toronto, Canada
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is a large public aquarium located beside the CN Tower in Toronto, showcasing a wide range of marine life through immersive exhibits like a walk‑through underwater tunnel. It offers travelers a close look at sharks, rays, and diverse aquatic species in a city‑center setting.
Why choose Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
You’ll experience marine habitats that feel far beyond the city, with a tunnel that lets you glide among sharks and rays—something a typical museum can’t replicate. The aquarium’s position near the CN Tower makes it a convenient, standout stop on a downtown itinerary.
Best for: Families · Photography · First-timers · Couples
Start your downtown Toronto morning here
Begin at Ripley's Aquarium, then walk to nearby attractions for a compact half‑day itinerary.
- Morning — Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
- 11:00 — CN Tower
- Afternoon — Art Gallery of Ontario
Visit tips
- Buy tickets online to skip the main lobby line even if you plan to walk in.
- Start with the main tank; the sharks are most visible early in the visit.
- Allow 2–3 hours to explore all galleries without rushing.
Plan your visit
- Recommended duration: 2–3 hours — allow time for all galleries
- Best time of day: Morning, before 10:00 — fewer visitors in the lobby
- Entry: C$40
- Booking: not required — tickets at the gate
- Category: aquarium
- Rated 4.5 by 20882 reviewers
- Tags: city center, family friendly, marine life, skip the line
Nearby attractions
- CN Tower — attraction, 1 min walk
- Art Gallery of Ontario — attraction, 17 min walk
- Hockey Hall of Fame — attraction, 11 min walk
- CF Toronto Eaton Centre — attraction, 18 min walk
- Richmond Station — restaurant, 15 min walk
- Nathan Phillips Square — attraction, 15 min walk
More things to do in Toronto
- CN Tower
- St. Lawrence Market
- Royal Ontario Museum
- The Distillery Historic District
- Casa Loma
- Art Gallery of Ontario
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