CN Tower, Toronto

The CN Tower is one of Toronto’s most recognizable landmarks and a symbol of Canada’s engineering prowess. Standing at 553.3 meters (1,815 feet), it was the world’s tallest freestanding structure for 32 years after its completion in 1976. While no longer the tallest, it remains one of the most impressive and iconic structures in the world.

The CN Tower offers visitors a range of experiences, the most famous of which is the observation deck, known as the LookOut Level, at 346 meters (1,136 feet). From here, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Toronto’s skyline, Lake Ontario, and on clear days, even the distant mist of Niagara Falls. For the brave, the Glass Floor on this level offers a thrilling experience of walking above the city with a view straight down to the ground below.

For an even higher perspective, the SkyPod, located at 447 meters (1,465 feet), offers the highest observation deck in the Western Hemisphere. This level provides a more intimate and spectacular view, especially of the surrounding area and the city’s sprawling urban landscape.

One of the CN Tower’s most exciting attractions is EdgeWalk, the world’s highest full-circle, hands-free walk on a 1.5-meter-wide ledge encircling the tower’s main pod, 356 meters (1,168 feet) above the ground. This adrenaline-pumping experience offers thrill-seekers the chance to walk around the outside of the tower with nothing but a harness keeping them safe.

The CN Tower also features a revolving restaurant, 360 Restaurant, which offers fine dining with a spectacular view as it completes a full rotation every 72 minutes. Whether you’re visiting for the breathtaking views, the heart-pounding EdgeWalk, or a unique dining experience, the CN Tower remains a must-visit attraction in Toronto.