Toronto 60-Minute Sightseeing Harbour Tour
Toronto 60-Minute Sightseeing Harbour Tour | See Toronto’s Skyline, Waterfront, and Islands from the Water
Discover one of the best sightseeing cruises in Toronto on this 60-minute narrated harbour tour. Departing from downtown Toronto, this relaxing cruise offers unbeatable views of the skyline, waterfront, and islands-plus fascinating commentary that brings the city’s past and present to life.
Perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike, the Toronto Harbour Tour is an easy, affordable way to experience the city from a whole new perspective.
Why Guests Love the Toronto Harbour Tour
- 60-minute narrated sightseeing cruise
- Incredible views of the Toronto skyline and waterfront
- See the CN Tower, Toronto Islands, and harbour landmarks
- Informative and entertaining onboard narration
- Comfortable seating with indoor and outdoor viewing areas
- Convenient downtown Toronto departure
- One of the best value sightseeing experiences in the city
The Experience: Toronto’s Best Views in One Hour
Your cruise begins in downtown Toronto, where you’ll board a comfortable sightseeing vessel and head out onto Toronto Harbour. As the city skyline unfolds, enjoy live narration highlighting Toronto’s history, architecture, and waterfront development.
Cruise past iconic landmarks, glide through the harbour, and enjoy views that simply can’t be experienced from land. With plenty of photo opportunities and a relaxed pace, this harbour tour is an ideal way to see Toronto in a short amount of time.
What You’ll See on the Toronto Harbour Tour
During your sightseeing cruise, enjoy views of:
- CN Tower
- Toronto skyline
- Toronto Islands
- Rogers Centre
- Harbourfront Centre
- Waterfront parks, marinas, and lagoons
Clear daytime views make this tour especially popular for photography.
Perfect For
- First-time visitors to Toronto
- Tourists looking for top sightseeing activities
- Families and multi-generational groups
- Couples and solo travelers
- Locals rediscovering the city
- Anyone looking for an easy, scenic Toronto experience
A Sightseeing Experience for Every Schedule
With a one-hour duration, the Toronto Harbour Tour fits easily into any itinerary. It’s a great standalone activity or the perfect addition to a day exploring downtown, Harbourfront, or the Toronto Islands.
This cruise delivers maximum sightseeing with minimal time commitment.
Vessel & Comfort
Your sightseeing cruise features:
- Indoor and outdoor viewing areas
- Comfortable seating
- Onboard amenities
- Smooth, relaxing ride
Designed for comfort and great views in a variety of weather conditions.
Essential Information
Departure Location: Downtown Toronto Harbour
Duration: 60 minutes
Narration: Live guided commentary
Dress Code: Casual
Experience Type: Sightseeing harbour cruise
One of the Best Sightseeing Cruises in Toronto
The Toronto 60-Minute Sightseeing Harbour Tour is consistently recommended because it offers:
- The best skyline views from the water
- Insightful narration about Toronto’s past and present
- An affordable, family-friendly experience
- A relaxed and enjoyable way to see the city
Whether you’re visiting Toronto or showing guests around, this harbour tour is a must-do.
Book Your Toronto Harbour Tour Today
Sightseeing cruises run frequently and are popular during peak travel seasons.
Reserve your spot now and experience Toronto from the water.
Keep in Mind
The Sightseeing Harbour Tour on Oriole/Showboat departs from Queen's Quay Terminal (207 Queen's Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 1A7).
For directions using Google Maps, click here.
What to Know Before You Visit:
- Parking: There is paid parking at Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8. Due to high traffic volume in downtown Toronto and the Harbourfront area, we recommend you take that into consideration when planning your travel time and arrival.
- Boarding:
- Please plan to arrive on-time as late arrivals will not be permitted to board and refunds will not be issued.
- All guests riding the boat (including infants) require a ticket to board.
- Accessibility: Please note Oriole and Showboat are not suitable for individuals with mobility difficulties..
- Food and Beverage:
- Outside food and beverage is NOT permitted.
- Safety Screening:
- All guests and personal items may be subject to screening.
- Guests are permitted to bring a personal item. Personal items include a small purse or handbag, small backpack, infant diaper bag or camera bag. Maximum dimensions are 17.8 x 38.1 x 40.6 centimetres (7 x 15 x 16 inches).
- Restricted and dangerous articles are strictly prohibited. This includes but is not limited to: suitcases of any size, carry-on luggage, overnight bags, roller bags, briefcases, coolers, trunks, dangerous articles, and all other items that exceed the maximum dimensions for personal allowances.
- Please note that additional personal item allowance and entry restrictions may be imposed at the checkpoint without prior notice.
- City Cruises Toronto is a smoke-free environment for public Dining Cruises and Harbour Tours, including no smoking of tobacco and cannabis, as well as no vaping.
City Cruises Toronto reserves the right to modify its boarding procedures and safety measures at any point without prior notice.
Starting at
$33.95
Starting at
$33.95
Enjoy your visit with:
- Come on board Oriole, a two-level Great Lakes steam ship replica, or Showboat, a smaller version of the majestic paddle wheel riverboat, for a relaxing 60-minute tour of Toronto’s inner harbour.
- Get a unique perspective of the city and some of the best views of Toronto's skyline and the natural beauty of Toronto Harbor.
- Enjoy lively commentary on Toronto’s history, character, sites, stories and more, provided by your onboard live narrator.
- Cruise past the CN Tower, HTO Park, Rogers Centre, Redpath Sugar Factory, Sugar Beach, View of Toronto Islands from the inner harbour, and more.
- Fully licensed cash bar and snacks available on board
How to get there?
Toronto
Ontario
Canada
Queen's Quay Terminal - South/East Dock Wall
207 Queen's Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 1A7
Vessel: Oriole or Showboat
- Boarding at Queen’s Quay Terminal, Southeast dock wall, along Toronto Harbourfront Centre’s waterfront trail across from Pie Bar.
Due to high traffic volume in downtown Toronto and the Harbourfront area, we recommend you take that into consideration when planning your travel time and arrival. For nearby parking options, please review below:
- Harbourfront Centre Parking, 235 Queens Quay, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
- Southcore Financial Centre, 18 York St, Toronto, ON M5J2T8
- RBC Waterpark Place, 83 Queens Quay W, Toronto , ON M5J 2T5
Additional Information
Tickets for the 2026 operating season now available
*Harbour Tour schedule is subject to weather and water conditions. Oriole and Showboat schedule in July & August may vary. Additional time slots may be added during peak periods. Tour departure times are subject to change.
What to Know Before You Visit:
- Parking: There is paid parking at Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8. Due to high traffic volume in downtown Toronto and the Harbourfront area, we recommend you take that into consideration when planning your travel time and arrival.
- Boarding:
- Please plan to arrive on-time as late arrivals will not be permitted to board and refunds will not be issued.
- All guests riding the boat (including infants) require a ticket to board.
- Accessibility: Please note Oriole and Showboat are not suitable for individuals with mobility difficulties.
- Food and Beverage:
- Outside food and beverage is NOT permitted.
- Safety Screening:
- All guests and personal items may be subject to screening.
- Guests are permitted to bring a personal item. Personal items include a small purse or handbag, small backpack, infant diaper bag or camera bag. Maximum dimensions are 17.8 x 38.1 x 40.6 centimetres (7 x 15 x 16 inches).
- Restricted and dangerous articles are strictly prohibited. This includes but is not limited to: suitcases of any size, carry-on luggage, overnight bags, roller bags, briefcases, coolers, trunks, dangerous articles, and all other items that exceed the maximum dimensions for personal allowances.
- Please note that additional personal item allowance and entry restrictions may be imposed at the checkpoint without prior notice.
- City Cruises Toronto is a smoke-free environment for public Dining Cruises and Harbour Tours, including no smoking of tobacco and cannabis, as well as no vaping.
City Cruises Toronto reserves the right to modify its boarding procedures and safety measures at any point without prior notice.