I am living in Toronto for a few months, and I love to head over to the islands on a sunny day with my rollerblades and my boyfriend to push me along when i get tired!! There is a nice beach there, but i wouldnt swim in the water because of the rumours i hear about lake ontario's pollution levels!!... more

I wholeheartedly agree with all the other reviews since I have been going to the Islands since I was a child. Then the ferries were run by the TTC and it was a TTC fare to ride over and back, Centre Island had a thriving permanent community, and the old resort hotel still faced the open lake. The "but" is... more

The best suprise a ferry ride away from Downtown. Gorgeous gardens, fascinating little cottages and streets, cute little beach and wonderful view of the city from the outside. more

Even though I'm from Toronto, I still see the Island as a GREAT way to spend a day. There is great exploring to do and lots of interesting neighbourhoods to walk around in too. My reccomendation is to go to Wards Island ferry (Leaves from the same ferry dock as the Toronto Island Ferry). And from there walk to Centre... more

The islands are a neat place to visit, short boat ride over. Has a nice little beach, boat house, bike rentals etc. Excellent views looking back over to the city, nice place to play ball, jog, relax, picnic away from the crowds more