25 Fun Family-Friendly Things To Do in Toronto (2025 Guide)

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Planning a day out with the kids in Toronto can be a challenge. The city is big, and finding activities that everyone will enjoy without breaking the bank isn’t always simple. Fortunately, Toronto has plenty of options for families. This guide to family-friendly things to do in Toronto will help you find your next outing.

We cover attractions across the 6ix, including museums, parks, and even some great spots to eat. Whether you want to spend a lot or a little, there is something here for your crew.

25 Fun Family-Friendly Things To Do in Toronto

Family-Friendly Activities in Toronto

1. Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada | Toronto | Family-friendly
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See more than 20,000 aquatic animals right in downtown Toronto. Ripley’s Aquarium has hands-on exhibits and a long underwater viewing tunnel.

  • Official Website: Ripley’s
  • Contact: (647) 351-3474
  • Location: 288 Bremner Blvd, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $46
    • Youth (Age 6-13) – $30
    • Child (Age 3-5) – $13.5

2. Toronto Zoo

Toronto Zoo | Family-friendly
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Home to over 5,000 animals, the Toronto Zoo is a huge park with many exhibits. Staff members share interesting facts about the animals, making it a great learning experience.

  • Official Website: Toronto Zoo
  • Contact: (416) 392-5900
  • Location: 2000 Meadowvale Rd, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $26
    • Child (Age 3-12) – $17.99
    • Child (Age 2 & under) – FREE

3. KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre

KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre | Toronto | Family-friendly
Photo via Harbourfront Centre

Designed for children 10 and under, KidSpark is a creative space with interactive art, outdoor play areas, and workshops.

  • Official Website: KidSpark
  • Contact: (416) 973-4600
  • Location: 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Child (Age 3-10) – $15
    • Child (Age 2 & under) – FREE

4. High Park

High Park Toronto
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As Toronto’s largest public park, High Park offers walking trails, playgrounds, and a small zoo. It’s a fantastic spot to connect with nature without leaving the city.

  • Official Website: High Park
  • Contact: (416) 338-0338
  • Location: 1873 Bloor St W, Toronto.
  • General admission: FREE

5. Royal Ontario Museum

ROM Toronto | Family-friendly
Photo via Royal Ontario Museum

The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) has exhibits ranging from dinosaurs to ancient civilizations. It offers special programs for kids throughout 2025.

  • Official Website: ROM
  • Contact: (416) 586-8000
  • Location: 100 Queens Park, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $24.5
    • Youth (Age 15-19) – $18.5
    • Child (Age 4-14) – $15

6. Centreville Amusement Park

Centreville Amusement Park Toronto | Family-friendly
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Located on the Toronto Islands, Centreville has rides and attractions made for younger children. It’s a short ferry ride away and reopens in May 2025.

  • Official Website: Centre Island
  • Contact: (416) 203-0405
  • Location: 9 Queens Quay W, Toronto.
  • Price: General admission is free. Individual tickets (for rides) at $1,30.

7. Art Gallery of Ontario – Kids’ Gallery

AGO Kids' Gallery Toronto | Family-friendly
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The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) has a space just for kids. It features interactive displays and workshops to introduce young visitors to the world of art.

  • Official Website: AGO
  • Contact: (416) 979-6648
  • Location: 317 Dundas St W, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $30
    • Youth (Age 10-17) – $15
    • Child (Age 9 & under) – FREE

8. Evergreen Brick Works

Evergreen Toronto
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This spot offers nature trails, a farmers’ market, and eco-friendly activities. It’s both educational and fun for all ages.

  • Official Website: Evergreen
  • Contact: (416) 596-7670
  • Location: 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto.
  • General admission: FREE

9. Little Canada

Little Canada Toronto | Family-friendly
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See miniature versions of Canada’s famous landmarks and cities. Little Canada lets your family see the entire country in one afternoon.

  • Official Website: Little Canada
  • Contact: (647) 578-4663
  • Location: 10 Dundas St E Basement 2, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $36
    • Child (Age 4-12) – $22

10. Casa Loma

Casa Loma Toronto
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Explore Toronto’s famous castle. Kids can look for secret passages and climb the towers. The castle also hosts seasonal events throughout the year.

  • Official Website: Casa Loma
  • Contact: (416) 923-1171
  • Location: 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $40
    • Youth (Age 14-17) – $35
    • Child (Age 4-13) – $25

Family-Friendly Activities near Toronto

11. Black Creek Pioneer Village

Black Creek Pioneer Village | Toronto | Family-friendly
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Travel back in time into the life of 19th-century Ontario at the Black Creek Pioneer Village. This magical village offers interactive exhibits and costumed interpreters with amazing story-telling skills for your family to fully immerse into this old-school lifestyle.

  • Official Website: Black Creek
  • Contact: (416) 736-1733
  • Location: 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $18
    • Child (Age 4-14) – $13.20
    • Toddler (Age 3 & under) – FREE

12. Legoland Discovery Centre

Legoland Discovery Centre
Photo via Tourism Vaughan

Located in Vaughan, this indoors attraction features Lego-themed rides, creative building zones and its very own 4D cinema for families to enjoy.

  • Official Website: Legoland
  • Contact: (905) 761-7066
  • Location: 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr, Vaughan.
  • General admission: Starts at $27.99

13. Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat

Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat | Family-friendly
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Walk through Humber Bay’s serene natural habitat and marvel at their colorful monarch butterflies. A truly amazing nature-connecting experience to watch the butterflies’ tranquility in their natural habitat.

  • Official Website: City of Toronto
  • Contact: (416) 396-7378
  • Location: 100 Humber Bay Park Rd W, Etobicoke.
  • General admission: FREE

14. Riverdale Farm

Riverdale Farm Toronto | Family-friendly
Photo via Riverdale Farm

A family-friendly and accessible working farm in the heart of the city offering kids the chance to meet farm animals, learn about agriculture, and admire their wide green spaces.

  • Official Website: Riverdale
  • Contact: (416) 392-6794
  • Location: 201 Winchester St, Toronto.
  • General admission: FREE

15. Toronto Botanical Garden

Toronto Botanical Garden | Family-friendly
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This peaceful natural garden features kid-friendly workshops and seasonal events that make learning fun and interactive for every age.

  • Official Website: Toronto Botanical Garden
  • Contact: (416) 397-1341
  • Location: 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $20
    • Youth – (Age 12+) – $10
    • Child – $5

16. Toronto Railway Museum

Toronto Railway Museum
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Located in Roundhouse Park, this museum offers interactive exhibits and miniature train rides specifically designed for kids. All your family can have fun while learning about Toronto Railway Museum’s history.

  • Official Website: Toronto Railway Museum
  • Contact: (416) 214-9229
  • Location: 255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $14
    • Youth (Age 4-16) – $5
    • Child (Age 3 & under) – FREE

17. Aga Khan Museum

Aga Khan Museum | Toronto
Photo via Aga Khan Museum

Introduce your family to incredible art and history from all over the world with engaging exhibits and family-focused workshops.

  • Official Website: Aga Khan
  • Contact: (416) 646-4677
  • Location: 77 Wynford Dr, North York.
  • General admission for:
    • Adult – $20
    • Child (Age 6-13) – $10

18. Tommy Thompson Park

Tommy Thompson Park
Photo via Toronto and Region Conservation Authority

Tommy Thompson Park is an urban wilderness area featuring bird-watching, hiking trails, and more activities for you family to explore nature at the heart of Toronto.

  • Official Website: Tommy Thompson Park
  • Contact: (416) 661-6600
  • Location: 1 Leslie St, Toronto.
  • General admission: FREE

19. Canada’s Wonderland

Canada's Wonderland | Family-friendly
Photo via BlogTO

This thrill-seeking amusement park in Vaughan has multiple roller coasters and water slides to explore; as well as their exclusive KidZville, a dedicated area for younger children.

  • Official Website: Wonderland
  • Contact: (905) 832-8131
  • Location: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan.
  • General admission: Starts at $45.

20. Allan Gardens Conservatory

Conde Nast Traveler
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Discover a tropical oasis at Allan Gardens Conservatory with its lush greenery and seasonal floral displays that enchant visitors of all ages.

  • Official Website: City of Toronto
  • Contact: (416) 392-7288
  • Location: 160 Gerrard St E, Toronto,.
  • General admission: FREE

Family-Friendly Dining

21. The Old Spaghetti Factory

The Old Spaghetti Factory | Toronto | Family-friendly
Photo via BlogTO

A charming restaurant with a whimsical atmosphere, offering pasta dishes and unique decor that will spark your kids’ curiosity.

  • Official Website: Old Spahetti Factory
  • Contact: (416) 864-9761
  • Location: 54 The Esplanade, Toronto.
  • Price: $20-30

22. Pizzeria Libretto

Pizzeria Libretto Toronto | Family-friendly
Photo via Pizzeria Libretto

A kid-friendly pizza spot known for its delicious Neapolitan-style pizzas and welcoming family atmosphere.

  • Official Website: Pizzeria Libretto
  • Contact: (416) 551-0433
  • Location: 155 University Ave, Toronto.
  • Price: $20-30

23. The Pickle Barrel

The Pickle Barrel
Photo via The Pickle Barrel

With an extensive menu and kid-friendly options, The Pickle Barrel is perfect for families with diverse tastes.

  • Official Website: The Pickle Barrel
  • Contact: (416) 485-1244
  • Location: 2300 Yonge St, Toronto.
  • Price: $20-30

24. Sweet Jesus

Sweet Jesus | Family-friendly | Toronto
Photo via The Globe and Mail

Sweet Jesus is an ice cream shop featuring fun and colorful soft-serve creations that families will adore.

  • Official Website: Sweet Jesus
  • Contact: (905) 374-4445
  • Location: 220 Yonge St, Toronto.
  • Price: $15-20

25. Mildred’s Temple Kitchen

Mildred's Toronto | Family-friendly
Photo via Mildred’s

Known for its delicious weekend brunch, Mildred’s Temple Kitchen offers a family-friendly spot with other-worldly pancakes and an inviting atmosphere.

  • Official Website: Mildred’s
  • Contact: (416) 588-5695
  • Location: 85 Hanna Ave #104, Toronto.
  • Price: $20-40

What’s your family’s go-to spot in Toronto for a fun day out? Share your top picks in the comments below! To get more content like this, sign up for our newsletter.

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