CN Tower, ON

The CN Tower is, whether you like to admit it or not, one of the most iconic features of Canada. Completed in 1976, the 553.3-meter structure was recognized as both the world’s tallest free-standing structure and the world’s tallest tower, a record it held until 2010.

The Tower’s observation deck offers a stunning 360-degree view of Toronto where, on clear days, you are able to see St. Catharines and the New York Shoreline across Lake Ontario. If you have some money and grit to spare, you may also take part in the edge walk outside the top of the tower.

For us Torontonians—and even tourists—the CN Tower mostly serves as a literal beacon for direction: if you head towards it, you’re going southbound towards the waterfront. It makes it much easier to navigate Canada’s largest city!

The CN Tower is, whether you like to admit it or not, one of the most iconic features of Canada. Completed in 1976, the 553.3-meter structure was recognized as both the world’s tallest free-standing structure and the world’s tallest tower, a record it held until 2010.

The Tower’s observation deck offers a stunning 360-degree view of Toronto where, on clear days, you are able to see St. Catharines and the New York Shoreline across Lake Ontario. If you have some money and grit to spare, you may also take part in the edge walk outside the top of the tower.

For us Torontonians—and even tourists—the CN Tower mostly serves as a literal beacon for direction: if you head towards it, you’re going southbound towards the waterfront. It makes it much easier to navigate Canada’s largest city!