Two Takes on Toronto Amusement Parks
Planning the ultimate kid friendly weekend getaway this summer? Head to Canada’s Wonderland...
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No visit to Toronto is complete until you have experienced a day at Canada's Wonderland. Located just outside of Toronto, Canada's Wonderland hosts some of the world's tallest and fastest roller coasters, including the exhilarating Leviathan. Here's our recap on how to make your next visit worthwhile.
Canada’s Wonderland has announced a new record-breaking launch coaster, AlpenFury, set to debut in 2025. This thrilling attraction will be Canada's longest, tallest, and fastest launch coaster. Riders will be launched from within Wonder Mountain, propelled 50 meters into the air, and then experience a high-speed journey across 1,000 meters of track. With speeds reaching 115 km/h, AlpenFury will feature nine inversions, the most of any launch coaster in North America, offering an intense and exhilarating ride. The combination of fire and ice elements within Wonder Mountain promises a unique and unforgettable experience for thrill-seekers.
Canada’s Wonderland ticket options include a season pass, with subcategories of a Gold Pass or a Prestige Pass. Next, you may purchase Daily Tickets with subcategories such as seasonal Daytime Admission, a Gold Pass and a Bring-a-Friend Ticket. Group Tickets offer a lower rate for groups aged 15-99 and include a basic day pass. Lastly, tickets can be bought for a specific event, such as the Halloween Haunt.
We advise checking the official website for current pricing, as they are subject to change.
Canada's Wonderland hosts festivals and special events throughout the year. Before you go, be sure to check out the website.
Canada loves to celebrate the holidays. Each long weekend, join the festivities with fireworks at Canada's Wonderland.
Live music, performers and real Canadian eats help truly honour Canada’s birthday in style.
A fantastic fundraiser for SickKids Hospital with all proceeds going to the hospital.
Favourite TV characters, magicians, dance parties and more.
German-themed food—hello, Bavarian Pretzels—and stein-filled drinks, bands and street performers.
Halloween fun during the day for little kids and spooky experiences for older kids at night.
Family-friendly daytime Halloween fun with The PEANUTS gang, lots of rides and fun treats.
Skate on Slow Flake Lake, ride roller coasters, drink hot chocolate and admire the glow of hundreds of twinkling lights and two 50-foot Christmas trees.
Behemoth gives big thrills with a peak of 230 feet, stunning park views and speeds reaching 125 kilometres per hour in 3.9 seconds.
Those who love loops will want to experience this popular and original four-roller coaster ride.
As Canada's current tallest and fastest roller coaster, this ride will get your heart pumping after it returns from its drop into your stomach.
A junior ride that is one of Canada's Wonderland's three classic wooden coasters, dating back to its original opening in 1981. It is ideal for ages eight and up or younger thrill-seekers.
This ride is a low-key way to gain a higher view of Planet Snoopy kids' area as a family.
Made for first-time roller coaster riders, this experience is sure to leave a perma-smile on your child's face.
Visit up to 17 different water slides and attractions, from the low-key Lakeside Lagoon Slides to the exciting Muskoka Plunge. Young children don't want to miss out on the Splash Station or wave pool.
Whether you crave a classic amusement park hot dog or a slew of sweets, there is no shortage of food at Canada’s Wonderland. Visitors can purchase dining plans with tickets to save some cash.
It’s simply classic Canadian poutine, dressed to the nines with delicious gravy and some Quebec cheese curds. You can also quench your thirst with a soda or bottle of ice-cold water here.
This 50s-themed diner is a great place to stop on a hot summer day, as the restaurant is air-conditioned with plenty of seating. Also, the fries and burgers are to die for!
Now with vegetarian hot dogs to satisfy every park-goer, this simple hot dog stand is exactly what it promises. Don’t forget to load up on toppings!
From waffles and ice cream to cheesecake dipped in chocolate, your sweet tooth will be well satisfied after a trip to the Sugar and Spice Pastry Shop.
Before you set foot in the park, you can take a virtual tour of this vast entertainment wonderland. Take a seat on one of Canada’s Wonderland's tallest, scariest roller coasters in an ultra-realistic video of the Yukon Striker. Adjust to full-screen, press play and get ready for some screaming.
In the summer months, beat the heat with Splash Works, a 20-acre water park featuring the Plunge, Super Soaker, Rip Tide Racer and lazy river. The water park also has enough rides to leave you and your family cooled off and ready to head back to the main section of the park to dry off.
In addition to the brand new Snoopy’s Racing Railway, there are tons of world-class roller coasters at Canada’s Wonderland. With the Fast Lane wristband, enjoy unlimited rides and bypass the lines on 21 rides and attractions. Fast Lane Plus lets you bypass the lines on three of the most popular roller coasters: Yukon Striker, Leviathan and Behemoth.
More cutting-edge attractions include the Mountain Bay Cliffs, where kids can climb to various heights to jump into the water below. At Beagle Brigade Airfield, the young ones will love the ride that takes them into the sky in an old-fashioned aeroplane.
Kids of all ages can have fun with Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts Gang in Planet Snoopy. They can also take part in a leisurely boat ride at Swan Lake or take a spin on the Character Carousel.
Another addition to the park is Tundra Twister. An exciting ride that is a giant 360-degree spinning swing that twists and twirls upside-down.
Cool off at Timberwolf Falls, a water ride where you’ll plunge 50 ft down and get absolutely soaked from the giant splash. If you’re not big on coasters, you can still get soaked on the observation deck right by the flume.
A day at the theme park can work up an appetite. The food at Canada’s Wonderland will help satisfy your taste buds and provide more energy for you to hit up the rest of the rides. Funnel cakes are a theme park must!
The fun and thrills at Canada’s Wonderland don’t end with the rides. The live entertainment is amazing too, with acts such as the Victoria Falls High Divers, who leap off the falls on Wonder Mountain, and Starlight Spectacular, a phenomenal evening display of lighting, music, lasers and water effects.
There are also several different events all season long with special programming on long weekends. Don’t miss out!
Yukon Striker is the world’s fastest, longest and tallest dive coaster
Canada’s Wonderland is home to 18 coasters, ranking third in the world for most roller coasters at an amusement park
The cold water from Wonder Mountain serves as the park’s air conditioning, flowing through pipes that travel throughout the park
Canada’s Wonderland sends absolutely zero waste to landfills, instead using ongoing recycling programs
The fireworks displays at Canada’s Wonderland exceed 6,000 explosions, with some of them reaching as high as 183 m
Canada’s Wonderland opened in 1981 with just five roller coasters
By car: Take Highway 400 North or South to Rutherford Road in Vaughan (Exit 33). Proceed north on Canada’s Wonderland Drive and follow signs to the Park entrance. A Passenger Pick-Up and Drop-Off area is located on Jane Street, south of Major Mackenzie Drive, between Norwood Avenue and Avro Avenue.
By TTC: Take the subway to Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) Station located at Highway 7 and Millway Avenue. Hop on the 20 Jane St. North bus. Exit at Avro Road/Jane Street.
By YRT: At Vaughan Mills YRT Terminal there are four routes you can take:
How much does it cost for one person to go to Canada's Wonderland?
A general day pass goes from $54.99 (online price).
What are the Big 3 at Canada's Wonderland?
Leviathan, Behemoth, and Yukon Striker.
What is Canada's Wonderland ranked in the world?
Canada’s Wonderland was included in the Top 10 TikTok Theme Park Destinations in 2023.
Is Canada's Wonderland similar to Disney?
Both are theme parks but difficult to compare.
Why is Canada's Wonderland so famous?
The theme park is the largest in Canada and one of the most visited in North America.
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