June 14, 2015

Going to the Island

Going to Centre Island is always fun for my family and I. It doesn't matter if you go every year or haven't been for years because going to the Island is a wonderful escape from the daily routine, and a fun way to enjoy summer. There are lots to do for the whole family. Our favourite activity is going to Centreville and enjoying the rides. This year we even got to meet pirates

Centreville Amusement Park is located on the Toronto Islands, is the ultimate summer destination for families with young children. With over 30 rides and attractions this theme park offers up a full day of family fun. Getting to Centreville is almost as exciting as the park itself, we love the scenic ride on the Centre Island ferry.

This 14-acre theme park is designed to look like a turn-of-the-century Ontario village. You'll love the antique carousel with its fanciful animals. Kids can get plenty of driving experience zooming around in the antique cars, touring cars or fire engines. Spin yourself silly in the self-propelled Beasley Bear Ride and Twirling Tea Cups; or enjoy picturesque views from atop the windmill-style Ferris Wheel. 
Those who can handle a few more thrills can ride the brand new Toronto Island Mine Coaster, or may want to tackle the rough seas aboard the Rockin' Ferry Ride, spin around in the Scrambler, take a plunge in the Log Flume Ride or bounce around in Bumper Boats and Bumper Cars.

Established in 1959, Far Enough Farm is a longstanding Centre Island staple that is sure to please children and adults alike. This wonderful hobby farm is home to over 40 different species of birds and farmyard animals. Guests are welcome to stroll around Far Enough Farm while getting up close and personal with our furry and feathered friends. 
Last time we went we visited Franklin's garden, which is inspired by Franklin Turtle of the beloved book series by Paulette Bourgeois. The Franklin Children’s Garden offers children and their families the opportunity to get close to local flora and fauna alongside Franklin and his friends. Circle the path to the top of the Unilever Snail Trail, learn what it takes to keep plants growing strong at the Kids Can Press Little Sprouts Garden, observe natural wildlife at the Turtle pond, stop in for a story at TD Story Book Place, or search for the story book characters throughout the garden. 

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26 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing! We have been thinking of taking the kids there this summer.

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  2. My Kids are probably too big now for Centreville Amusement Park however this year I found out about a new attraction on Centre Island called Pirate Life. It looks incredible. My kids love Pirates and adventure. I am eager to take them this summer to try it out. What I love about Centre Island is that there seems to be endless activities for the entire family. Always a good summer family outing.

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  3. Never heard of the island...but that's because I've never been to Toronto! Only been farthest east to Thunder Bay. Sounds like a pretty cool place.

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  4. oh very nice,what a nice place to go with the little ones!

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  5. What a great place to visit on a sunny day!! The kids must have had a blast there~

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  6. Looks like fun. I've never been to Toronto before, but it looks like there are a lot of fun family places!

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  7. I haven't been to Centre Island in years.... my parents took us when we were much younger (I'm 44 now) .. we'd spend the entire day riding rides and having the time of our lives.

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  8. Looking forward to another summer at Centre Island in Toronto. I'd love to rent a couple tandem bikes with the kids- that would be a new adventure for us.

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  9. We love visiting Centre Island and we go once a year.

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  10. I've never been to Toronto before,but wow sounds like lots of family stuff going on there

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  11. We'll be heading to Centre Island for the very first time this summer. DH went as a kid with school but the girls and I have never been! Super excited to experience Centre Island!

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  12. That's the nice thing about living near a city, you can do day trips to such attractions. Love it.

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  13. never been here, looks awesome

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  14. What a great place for family fun and learning. Franklin's Garden sounds delightful.

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  15. This is a great family place. we have taken our kids, but its been a long time. I think we will add this to our summer plans for 2015

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  16. This looks like so much fun. I would love to go!

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  17. looks and sounds like so much fun!

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  18. I've never been there. It looks like a lot of fun. Next time I'm in Toronto I will check it out.

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  19. Cool~ love the water taxi! Toronto isn't on my list of places I've visited yet, but this does look like a fun place of activities. Kind of like our Calaway Park in Calgary, Alberta, but with a whole lot more awesome stuff going on.

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  20. We haven't been here in years.....my boy grew up and then we moved out of the city. Would love to get here this summer with my baby girl! Perhaps a road trip is called for !

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  21. never been to Centerville island but it looks like fun

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  22. It's been at least 3-4 years since we were last there. Time to schedule some summer fun while my little one is still little!

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  23. I have never been but will have to put it on the list next time we go to Toronto!

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  24. I must seem like a hermit to some people, I never knew Toronto had this, Centre Island seems like an amazing place to go and have some family fun!!

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  25. It's been years since I went to Centre Island, but I remember it was so much fun. Should go back some day.

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  26. I am hoping I can take my grandsons to Centre Island this year.

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