Whichever way you turn in Toronto, it’s hard to escape one of the city’s indelible icons—the 553-meter-high CN Tower. At one time the tallest structure in the world (now a still respectable 9th place), the CN Tower rises over the Toronto skyline and will be a photobombing presence as you make your way around Canada’s largest metropolis.
Here are 12 choice spots in Toronto to get that frame-worthy CN Tower photo.
1. Ferry to and from Toronto Islands
Take the ferry from Jack Layton Terminal to the Toronto Islands and you’ll be treated to a sweeping panoramic view of the Toronto skyline. The ferry rides are only a few minutes long, so have your camera at the ready.
Jack Layton Ferry Terminal on TripAdvisor | Yelp | Foursquare | Official website
2. Toronto Islands
The Toronto Islands make for a lovely day trip escape from the city. Rent a bike, hit the beaches, eat a BeaverTail, and don’t forget to look behind you and catch a glimpse of the CN Tower hanging out in the background.
Centre Island (Toronto Islands) on TripAdvisor | Yelp | Foursquare | Official website
3. Harbourfront Centre
Back in downtown Toronto, it’s a delight to stroll along the waterfront on a summer’s day. Harbourfront Centre usually has something cool going on, and once again, hello CN Tower. In the wintertime, I imagine it looks particularly lovely when they set up an ice skating rink here.
Harbourfront Centre on TripAdvisor | Yelp | Foursquare | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Official website
4. Steam Whistle Brewing
If all the Toronto sightseeing has you thirsting for a cold one, you’re in luck, as the Steam Whistle Brewing “Roundhouse” sits at the foot of CN Tower. Take the brewery tour, grab a pint of the Pilsner, or just take a picture of these two best buds.
Steam Whistle Brewing on TripAdvisor | Yelp | Foursquare | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Official website
5. Underneath the tower
Of course, standing underneath the monument and looking up always makes for a nice, imposing CN Tower photo. Activate your vertical panorama mode to get the whole thing in your shot.
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6. OCAD University
The principal building of Toronto’s OCAD University (Ontario College of Art and Design) might best be described as a tabletop in the sky. It’s pretty rad—definitely stop by to check it out. Then turn around and get a head-on view of CN Tower down the street.
OCAD University on TripAdvisor | Yelp | Foursquare