Is the Toronto CityPASS Worth It?
Toronto CityPASS costs $134.96 CAD plus tax. Here's when it actually saves you money, when it doesn't, and who should skip it.
The Toronto CityPASS bundles five of the city’s big attractions into one ticket. It’s a real discount for the right trip and a waste of money for the wrong one. Here’s how to tell which trip you’re planning.
Quick answer
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Adult price | $134.96 CAD plus tax |
| Child price (4 to 12) | Around $100 CAD |
| Attractions | 5 (2 included, pick 3) |
| Valid for | 9 days from your first visit |
| Advertised savings | Up to 38% |
| Worth it if | You’ll visit all five (or four of the pricier ones) |
What the Toronto CityPASS costs and what you get
Toronto CityPASS is $134.96 CAD plus tax for adults. Kids 4 to 12 pay less (around $100 CAD). The pass covers five attractions over 9 consecutive days.
- Included: CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
- Pick 3: Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, Toronto Zoo, City Cruises Toronto (seasonal) or the Art Gallery of Ontario
CityPASS advertises savings of up to 38% for adults, against a regular value of about $217.
One heads-up: the CityPASS website may show prices in US dollars (US$96.76 for adults at the time of writing). It’s the same pass. Just check the currency before you pay.
The math
The CN Tower alone is $47 for an adult. Add the aquarium and three more big attractions and regular prices land around $217 before tax, according to CityPASS. At $134.96, the pass wins comfortably if you actually visit all five.
Here’s the quick test:
- 5 attractions: the pass is a clear win
- 4 attractions: often still worth it, depending on which four
- 3 or fewer: price them one by one first
Gate prices change, so check current rates on each attraction’s site before you decide.
Who should buy it
- First-time visitors doing 3+ days who want the headline attractions. This is who the pass is built for.
- Families. The child price stretches even further against five gate admissions.
- Rainy-day planners. Most of the options are indoors, so the pass doubles as a bad-weather backup plan.
Who should skip it
- You’re only doing 1 or 2 attractions. Two gate tickets cost less than the pass. Don’t buy five to use two.
- You’re visiting in winter and wanted the harbour cruise. City Cruises is seasonal, so one of your “pick 3” options disappears.
- You’re a repeat visitor who’s already done the tower and the aquarium. Most of the pass’s value sits in those two.
- You’d rather spend your days outside. Toronto has plenty of free things to do that might suit you better.
How to plan your 9 days around it
Group the attractions by area so you’re not crisscrossing the city.
- Day 1, downtown: the CN Tower (290 Bremner Blvd) and Ripley’s Aquarium (288 Bremner Blvd) sit side by side. The enclosed SkyWalk links them to Union Station.
- Day 2, uptown: the ROM and Casa Loma are both a short ride up Line 1. Pair them in one day.
- Day 3, your pick: the AGO on Dundas West, a harbour cruise from the waterfront, or a half-day at the Toronto Zoo in the far east end. Leave extra travel time for the zoo.
Getting to each attraction by TTC
Every CityPASS attraction is reachable by transit. Here’s the stop for each one.
| Attraction | Nearest TTC stop | Note |
|---|---|---|
| CN Tower | Union (Line 1) | Enclosed SkyWalk from the station |
| Ripley’s Aquarium | Union (Line 1) | Next door to the CN Tower |
| Royal Ontario Museum | Museum (Line 1) | Right at the station |
| Casa Loma | Dupont (Line 1) | Uphill walk; the Baldwin Steps have 110 stairs |
| Art Gallery of Ontario | St. Patrick (Line 1) | Short walk west on Dundas |
| City Cruises Toronto | Union (Line 1) | Departs from the waterfront |
| Toronto Zoo | Kennedy (Line 2) or Don Mills (Line 4) | 86A bus from Kennedy; 85 bus from Don Mills on weekends and holidays |
New to transit here? Our TTC beginner’s guide covers fares and how to tap in.
Tips to get full value
- Activate it strategically. The 9-day clock starts the first day you visit an attraction, so don’t use it on arrival day if you’re just settling in.
- Book the cruise early in your window in spring and fall. It’s the one most likely to sell out or get cancelled for weather.
- Use the My CityPASS app for mobile tickets and reservations. The CN Tower, ROM, City Cruises and AGO all need a time booked in advance.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Starting the clock too early. Your first scan starts the 9 days. Plan your first attraction for a full sightseeing day.
- Assuming the same zoo bus runs every day. After Labour Day, the 86A runs to the zoo on weekdays only, and the 85 covers weekends and holidays. Check which one runs on your day.
- Forgetting reservations. Showing up at the CN Tower or ROM without a booked time can mean a wait or a sold-out slot.
- Counting the cruise in winter. If it’s off-season, pick from the other four options instead.
Fine print worth knowing
- Ripley’s is a Flex Ticket. You don’t need a timed entry for the aquarium with the pass, which makes it an easy fit for a rainy afternoon.
- Kids’ ages can differ. CityPASS counts kids as 4 to 12, but each attraction sets its own child ages at the door. Check before you buy for a teen or a toddler.
- It’s one pass per person. Everyone in your group needs their own, including kids old enough to need a ticket.
Doing the tower either way? Our CN Tower guide covers tickets and timing. Want a preview of the city first? Come along on our Toronto walks on YouTube.
Verdict
For a first-timer planning to hit all five, yes. It’s the rare bundle that’s actually a discount. For everyone else, buy tickets one at a time.
Quick answers
How much is the Toronto CityPASS in 2026?
An adult Toronto CityPASS is $134.96 CAD plus tax. Kids 4 to 12 pay less, around $100 CAD. The CityPASS site may show prices in US dollars, so check the currency before you buy.
What attractions are included in the Toronto CityPASS?
Every pass includes the CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. You then pick three from the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, Toronto Zoo, City Cruises Toronto and the Art Gallery of Ontario.
How long is the Toronto CityPASS valid?
It's valid for 9 consecutive days, starting on the first day you visit an attraction. Buying it doesn't start the clock. Your first visit does.
Do you need reservations with the Toronto CityPASS?
For some attractions, yes. The CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, City Cruises and the AGO all ask you to book a time in advance, which you can do in the My CityPASS app.
How do you get to the Toronto Zoo by TTC?
The 86A bus runs to the zoo from Kennedy station every day in summer and on weekdays after Labour Day. On weekends and holidays, the 85 Sheppard East bus runs to the zoo from Don Mills station.
Sources
Prices, hours and schedules change. Check the official site before you go. Spot something out of date? Email info@truecitytourism.com. Some links may be affiliate links. Disclosure.