Plunge to the Depths at Ripleys Aquarium in Toronto

It's a deep dive from the view of Ripley's through next door CN Tower's glass floor. And a coy marketing move to paint the roof of the aquarium. Time to get down with our CityPASS!

Looking  at Ripley's through the glass floor of the CN Tower

OurCityPASS tickets parachuted us through Ripley's front door into an expansive atrium packed to the gills (ahem) with visitors.

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Dangerous Lagoon's moving walkway carried us through a football-field-length underwater acrylic tunnel with lots of oohs and aahs. It's the longest in North America...walking through water while staying dry!

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Feeding over 20,000 aquatic creatures with special diets is a precise science that frequently includes a popular snack time scuba performance.

The jellyfish tank entranced with its continuous slow motion ballet.

Thick glass separates everyone from the permanent residents, but the Ray Bay and Shoreline Gallery touch pools let you feel the tickle of cownose and stingrays as they glide past your legs.

Full disclaimer: Our CityPASS was a complimentary ticket to explore 5 top Toronto attractions, including this subterranean adventure. At Ripley's, CityPASS provides discounted entry to all activities with no timed reservation required.

© Gary Crallé 2026