This is on the actual ferry to the Centre island, and this is a must if you're in Toronto. It was…read moresuch a good experience to see the city on the water and it felt like we were transported to another world when we got to the islands. It was also really easy and efficient to just walk up and get tickets at the ferry terminal.

I went to Jack Layton Ferry Terminal on a Thursday around 2:06pm and there was a long line! The…read moreline went by fast so that's good. The ferry ride was smooth and it only took about 15 minutes to get to a Toronto Island using the ferry. It was fun seeing the different views of the Toronto skylines. I had lots of fun recording videos and taking pictures at the top deck on the boat. You can also choose where you want to sit, like if you want to be indoors or outdoors and you can constantly walk around the boat too. Ok so the reason why I took the ferry was because it brings you to Toronto Island. Toronto Island is a place with a lot of different activities and beaches. For example, they have a theme park, a variety of small beaches like a nude beach, and also places to sit and relax. You can also get a good Toronto skyline view there too! I'd recommend this ferry! It wasn't bumpy, but the boat can get crowded. Later, I found out that there are also a thing called "water taxis" if you want a private ride to and from the island, so that option would be good for people who don't want to be on a crowded boat.

Many North American cities have Union Stations as their main train hub- New York, Washington, D.C.,…read moreetc. Each one has grand architecture and Toronto's Union Station is no exception. That means take time to look around you and up to see stunning views. As a station, Union Station is often clean. There are plenty of shops and places to sit and rest. They also have art exhibits throughout. The subway and express train to the Pearson Airport connect to Union Station making it easy to explore!

I've been to this station multiple times during my visit to Toronto, as it serves as a major…read moretransportation hub, including the GO Train to Niagara Falls and the UP Express to the airport. It was easy to take the TTC subway to Union Station, and the station itself was easy to navigate thanks to the numerous signs throughout. One tip: check the departure screens for platform information, as your train's platform may not be posted until closer to departure time. It was a little difficult to find staff when I had questions, but fellow travelers were generally friendly and willing to help. The station is beautiful and has many shops to browse while waiting for your train. I also found the train fares to be reasonable.

Enjoyed my ride. It was short overall and worth the time and effort to reach Toronto Islands.read more

Take the water taxi. They don't follow their posted schedule and there is zero communication. You…read morecan stare at an empty ferry for in line for hours with no explanation. Turns out they were short staffed but didn't bother to tell the massive crowd that was waiting. Avoid.

Tip: Taking the 510 streetcar gets you to Chinatown, The Well, and Harbourfront. It's cheaper than…read moreparking at any of these places! I recently took the line 2 (Bloor-Danforth) subway from Victoria Park to Spadina. I was heading to a Blue Jays game at Rogers Centre for a work event. It was cheaper to simply take public transportation down to the venue than shelling out for parking nearby. Spadina station holds a special place in my heart. I grew up taking the TTC with my mom to hit Chinatown at Spadina and Dundas Street West. Back then, it was the Spadina 77 bus that ran along Spadina Avenue to and from this subway station. When you leave any line 2 train, you can still see a bus image next to the station name on the platform. I also managed to see several pay phones on the subway platform, which threw me back. In my head, I had Spadina Bus, a song by The Shuffle Demons, playing on repeat as I was at this station. A classic! I may need to find the video version to reminisce about the original 77 bus. Spadina is a subway hub. I went up a set of stairs from line 2 to catch the 510 Spadina streetcar. Back in November 2024, this streetcar wasn't running. Instead, there were 510 buses. Well, I got to ride the streetcar at long last. It was waiting for me at the station. I had no problem finding a seat and taking it down to Bremner Boulevard. I then walked over to Rogers Centre. It was convenient and easy. After the game, it was weird seeing three 510 streetcars heading northbound i a cluster as I walked towards Spadina Avenue. When I got to the streetcar stop, I waited a good fifteen minutes before the next streetcar came. Some things never change. I don't get TTC schedules. Never did. Never will. This subway station is wheelchair-accessible. I saw an elevator as I was heading to the streetcar platform. This station also connects you to line 1 (Yonge-University-Spadina). I remember transferring from line 2 to line 1 as an undergraduate student. I took the subway northbound to Yorkdale to shop at the mall and hang out there. Good times. It was cool being back at this station. Some things have changed, but there are remnants from my past that prompt fond memories. (170)

Spadina while technically being an interchange station between the 1 and 2 lines is a LOOONG walk…read moreto get from one line to another. Unless you want the exercise it doesn't really make sense time-wise to change lines at Spadina versus changing stations at St. George which is one platform on top of another with only one set of steps to really separate you. Spadina's Bloor platform has Walmer Road as the west exit while the east exit up one level takes you to the street car platform which is indoors (no transfer required) for the 510 Spadina line that goes southbound to Harbourfront. Up and down Spadina ave the dedicated street car platform splits the streets north and south bound directions. There are fare purchase systems for TTC/Presto on these street platforms but it's not like they're gated or anything like that. I've seen so many people get on without necessarily tapping or paying unless they had a transfer already... hard to say and none of my business. Still, it seems that this is one of those locations if you're looking to avoid paying it would be as simple as just getting on the back doors. The new longer street cars build by Bombardier run on this line.

Port Credit GO Station is a small but busy transit hub in Mississauga, serving both GO Train and GO…read moreBus riders. The train service is generally reliable, and the connection to local MiWay buses makes it convenient for getting around the city. The station is wheelchair accessible and has a ticket booth, seats, and basic amenities, and it's easy to navigate. Parking is available but fills up fast during rush hours. One of the nicest things about this station is its location--you can step outside and be just minutes from Port Credit's shops, restaurants, and lakeside parks.

Even though I visited during the COVID-19 Pandemic I am very ashamed by how this station looked…read moreespecially with all the graffiti that I saw along some of the signs along the different platforms. I definitely think this station can be improved in terms of technology and cleanliness.

Kennedy Station isn't exactly a destination...but if you're using Toronto's public transit,…read moreespecially heading east, or from the east, chances are you'll end up here. It's a major TTC hub that connects subway, GO Transit, and multiple bus routes. Not much to do here, and definitely not a place to hang out, but it works for what it is. There's a small convenience kiosk (outside the fare zone), so you can grab a snack, drink, or a magazine if needed. I hadn't been here in years, and when I approached a TTC employee to buy a day pass, she came off a little sharp at first. But once I explained I was unfamiliar with the updated system, she softened and was super helpful in getting me on my way. That made a difference. So, do I recommend it? Only in the sense that if it's part of your route, it'll get the job done. It's not fancy, but it's functional...and helpful people can make even a gritty station feel okay.

As of January 01, 2012, parking on weekday after 3 pm would cost you $2…read more I definitely don't like that idea!!

Leslie Station is on subway line 1 and is the second (last) station on Finch North direction. The…read morestation is well-maintained and clean. It's clearly signed and it's clear to passengers where to go if they want to exit the station or go to the passenger pick up/drop off area; or, if they want to take TTC bus to their destination. The station is also wheelchair accessible. You can easily access East and West side of Yonge Street from underground or take the stairs to North York Civic Centre and Empress Walk.

I've been using this stop for the last 25 years and have seen absolutely no changes. Other than the…read moreupgrades from the turnstiles to the flimsy plastic doors to enter the subway station. It is still grey and now home to quite a few homeless individuals. The glass door entering into the North York Centre is broken/shattered at least twice a year. Those plastic entry doors are so easily broken, I see kids jumping over the them all the time such a waste of money. TTC needs to be managed more efficiently.

Located right in downtown Brampton, and it's great that they still have three fairly large (free)…read moreparking lots. The station helps add to the character of the immediate surrounding area of heritage of the unique (albeit small) city centre. It has GO train service, and recently they've added all-day, 2-way service on weekdays during business hours which is great. The GO bus terminal is right beside with several routes offered. The train station serves as a VIA rail station and you can get to places like Montreal from this station. Tip: Closer to the bus station is The Village Bake Shop, which is a great place to get coffee, baked goods and such. You'd need to set aside a few extra minutes to go on a run there if you were getting on the train however. One frustrating thing, and for all GO stations for that matter, are the ridiculously slow ticket machines. There's a stress that cannot be compared to anything else when you hear the train rolling in and the machine takes half a minute just to bring up 'Union' station on the search. Practically a couple minutes just to get your ticket.

I use this station fairly often, as it has good direct connections to downtown Toronto. You can get…read moreregular buses to Union Station, Yorkdale, and York Mills among other places, and the train service is both ways on weekdays, shuttling you quickly and smoothly into the big city. Looking forward to it being evenings and weekends if that cargo bypass ever gets built! Anyhow -- the station is well organized and has elevators for those who aren't able to use stairs, and ample signage so commuters don't get lost. I recommend using your Presto card instead of the ticket machines if you are able, because the machines are super clunky. That's everybody though, not just this station. There's lots of free surface parking if you need it, but Brampton transit has many buses that go to Brampton Bus Terminal/Brampton GO so you can ditch the car entirely if you want! The area has a lot of good shops around it, but there are a few dodgy bits, so keep aware of your surroundings.