Planning a vacation to Toronto or organizing a bunch of day trips to various destinations in the city and want to save some money?
Here are a few different ways to save on tickets to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada and 9 other Toronto attractions.
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6 ways to get a discount on Toronto Aquarium tickets
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada in Toronto is one of the city’s most popular attractions.
There are lots of reasons why, such as over 16,000 forms of marine life to see, an underwater overhead viewing tunnel, touch tanks, cool photo ops like the floor-to-ceiling jelly fish background, interpretive programs and more.
Here’s how you can get a discount on admission to the Toronto aquarium:
Ways to save $3-$5 a ticket
Save $3 when you buy a ‘Timed Ticket’: Go on the Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada website and pre-purchase your ticket for a specific time the next day or beyond.
Save $5 with a ‘Shark After Dark’ ticket: Purchase a ticket online to visit the Toronto aquarium between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and 9:00 PM.
Save $5 on Saturdays with a ‘Rise and Shine’ ticket: Buy a ticket online to visit the aquarium on a Saturday between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 10:00 AM.
Senior Citizen? Save $5 on Admission on Tuesdays: You don’t even have to buy your ticket online. Just walk up to the ticket window between the hours of 2:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. and you’ll save a fin (i.e. $5) on your ticket.
Save on Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada with the CN Tower combo ticket
If your Toronto itinerary includes visiting both Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada and the CN Tower, you’ll like this. The two attractions have come together to create the the Sea the Sky Combo Ticket.
By purchasing the combo ticket you’ll pay less for admission than if you bought a ticket to these two Toronto attractions separately.
If you want to learn more details about this read our article that breaks it all down titled “CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium Combo Ticket”.
Get an Annual or Family Pass and save even more on the Toronto Aquarium
If you know you’re going to be visiting the Toronto Aquarium more than once over the course of the year than you’ll get the best discount by purchasing an Annual Pass or Family Pass to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada.
All it takes is 2.5 visits to the Aquarium and an Annual Pass is paid for.
It only takes 2 visits using a Family Pass to get your money’s worth–any visits after that and you and your family are in for FREE.
Plus, both passes give you additional discounts on a long list of other things that take place at the Aquarium.
To get the full scoop, read our article “Is a Family or Annual Pass to Ripley’s Aquarium Canada Worth It?”
How to get a CN Tower discount
Year after year, being the third-tallest free-standing building in the world, the CN Tower is on the top of the list of things to see for people visiting Toronto or showing out of town guests the sights.
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could save on admission? You can!
Save 19% with a Toronto City Pass: A Toronto City Pass allows you to save a total of 35% at 4 of Toronto’s Top attractions (Toronto Zoo, CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Casa Loma). The savings on an admissions ticket to the CN Tower works out to be 19% with a Toronto City Pass.
Save 15% with a Jays Ticket: Get 15% off General Admission to the CN Tower when you show your ticket to a Toronto Blue Jays baseball game.
Save 10% with a CAA or Air Miles card: This offer is good on up to 4 Timed General Admission Tickets to the CN Tower.
Save on the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium at the same time: As mentioned above, with the Sea the Sky Combo Ticket you will get discounted admission to both the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada.
Get your paws on a discount to the Toronto Zoo
Spanning 710 acres, the The Toronto Zoo is the largest zoo in Canada. It is home to over 5,000 animals representing more than 500 species.
Here you can see a wide range of creatures from different habitats and regions of the world, including exotic ones like pandas, polar bears, and African elephants.
Besides seeing animals there are a host of other fun things to do to, including a 2-acre splash pad, carousel, an air ride, rope climbing course and more.
Save up to $7 off by buying Toronto Zoo tickets in advance: For admission to the Toronto Zoo, ticket prices vary based on the entry date. The further in advance you purchase your tickets online the more you are likely to save.
For example, if you decided you wanted to go to the Toronto Zoo today, you would pay full price. If you decided you wanted to go a week from now, you could save as much as $7 off the price of admission.
Save on the Toronto Zoo by going mid-week: If you’re planning to buy your Toronto Zoo tickets in advance online, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays are the cheapest days of the week, followed by Mondays (unless a holiday happens to fall on any of these days).
Save 20% off Zoo admission with Presto: If you have a Presto transit card you can get 20% the price of a general admission ticket but only when you purchase your ticket at the Toronto Zoo entry gate.
Can you save with a Zoo Membership? If you plan to visit the Toronto Zoo a minimum of three times in a year, then a Zoo Membership is worth it.
Note: don’t get a Toronto City Pass to save on the Toronto Zoo. As mentioned above the Toronto City Pass allows you to save a total of 35% on 4 of Toronto’s top attractions.
Unfortunately, when you look at the breakdown, the pass doesn’t save you any money on admission to the Toronto Zoo. You’re better off buying your ticket in advance online from the Zoo’s website.
Enjoy the thrill of a Canada’s Wonderland discount
Canada’s Wonderland is the largest amusement park in Canada. If you’re a thrill-seeker this is the place for you.
The park has 17 roller coasters plus other adrenaline-inducing rides. There are live shows, games, and lots of food options too. And when you need to cool off, you can head over to the 20-acre waterpark which is home to water slides, a lazy river, and a wave pool.
As for saving money on admission, there are a few ways to get a Canada’s Wonderland discount.
Buy your Wonderland ticket online for a major discount: If you buy your ticket at the gate at Canada’s Wonderland it will cost you almost double what you would pay if you buy your ticket online.
Save $5 more when you buy your ticket online in advance: If you can buy your ticket to Canada’s Wonderland online at least a day before going the park. It will cost $5 less than if you buy it the day of your visit.
Buy a bundle, save a bundle: When you go to Canada’s Wonderland there will be a $30 charge to park your vehicle and of course the cost of drinks and food will be extra too. Combined, this will likely equal more than $50 or more in total.
With a Funday Bundle you can get a ticket to the park, plus parking and all-day food dining for just $20 more than if you just bought a ticket. Now that’s a good deal.
Save $10-$15 with an After 4 PM Ticket: During the summer, Canada’s Wonderland is open till 10:00 PM. That gives you plenty of time to enjoy the park’s attractions if you go for the After 4PM Ticket discount.
Is it worth getting a Seasons Pass? If you’re planning to make 3 visits to park over the course of the year than a Canada’s Wonderland Seasons Pass is a good deal.
CAA and Costco discount tickets for Canada’s Wonderland: If you’re a member of CAA or Costco you can go on their websites and purchase discounted admission tickets to Canada’s Wonderland.
The price is close to the same or slightly cheaper than what you would pay on the park’s website. However, when you factor in the additional cost of parking, drinks and food, you will save more money by purchasing a bundle package from the Canada’s Wonderland website.
Historic savings: Royal Ontario Museum discount tickets
The Royal Ontario Museum, affectionately known by Torontonians as the ROM, is one of the largest and most comprehensive museums in North America.
It houses over six million items, and diverse exhibits ranging from natural history and world cultures to art and archaeology. Artifacts include Egyptian mummies, dinosaur fossils, and rare minerals.
Want a discount on tickets to the ROM? Here are a few ways you can get one.
Plan ahead and save: The Royal Ontario Museum has Plan Ahead Pricing. The further in advance you buy your ticket the more you will save.
BONUS TIP: Get a same-day ticket for less. If the only day you can go to the ROM is today, you can purchase your admission for a lower price than what’s advertised on the ROM website by buying your ticket through TripAdvisor.
Go during off peak hours: Generally, prices during peak periods will be higher than during non-peak periods. Go mid-week or in the non-tourist season months and you will save a few bucks on your admission.
Free admission on the 3rd Tuesday Night each month: From 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm on the third Tuesday of the month the ROM is open for free to everyone and anyone to visit.
Save 15% with an Attractions Ontario coupon: On the Attractions Ontario website you can print off a coupon that will give you a 15% discount on a general admission ticket to the ROM.
Save 15% off with Presto: If you have a Presto transit card you can get 15% the price of a general admission ticket when you enter the coupon code PRESTO when you buy your ROM ticket online.
Save 18% off with Toronto Bicycle Tours: If you go on a bicycle tour of the city with Toronto Bicycle Tours, you can get a discount of 18% off the price of admission to the Royal Ontario Museum.
Note: Don’t get a Toronto City Pass to save on the ROM. As mentioned above the Toronto City Pass allows you to save a total of 35% on 4 of Toronto’s top attractions. The ROM is one of them but unfortunately, when you look at the breakdown, the pass doesn’t save you any money on admission to the museum.
You’ll get a better price by purchasing your ticket in advance, online, from the ROM’s website.
How to get a discount to the Museum of Illusions Toronto
The Museum of Illusions Toronto features over 70 exhibits designed to challenge your perception and sense of reality using holograms, stereograms, infinity rooms, visual mind games and more. Many of the displays make for striking selfie opportunities too.
Unlike many of city’s other attractions, the Museum of Illusions Toronto does not offer a discount on admission if you purchase tickets in advance.
From time-to-time a coupon or deal website like Groupon will have discounted tickets so be sure to check there first.
Best way to get a Casa Loma discount
Casa Loma is a historic castle set in the centre of the city that offers a glimpse into Toronto’s past and the grandeur of stunning Gothic Revival architecture.
The castle boats grand rooms, secret passages and beautifully maintained gardens. Combined with period furnishings you’ll be transported back in time to early 20th-century luxury. No wonder Castle Loma has been the star attraction in so many movies and TV shows.
Unfortunately, the castle does not offer any discounts on tickets. No matter what day or time of the year, the ticket prices are the same. However, there is one way to save on the price of admission…
Save approximately 25% with a Toronto City Pass: A Toronto City Pass allows you to save a total of 35% at 4 of Toronto’s Top attractions (Toronto Zoo, CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Casa Loma). The savings on an admissions ticket to the Casa Loma is about 25% with a Toronto City Pass.
Get on your horse! Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament discount
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament in Toronto is an immersive experience for the whole family that transports you back to the middle ages.
The unique dining experience is a four-course, hearty meal that you eat Medieval-style i.e., with your hands!
While you devour dinner an exciting live show takes place in the arena before you, complete with knights jousting, sword fights, horsemanship and falconry.
The website for Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament does not offer discounted tickets. Whether you decide to see the show today or a month from now there is no difference in price.
There are a few ways to save on the price of admission though.
Save up to 14% with an Attractions Ontario coupon: On the Attractions Ontario website you can print off a coupon that will give you a discount of up to 14% off the price of a general admission ticket to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament in Toronto.
Check Groupon: At different times of the year you can find discounts on tickets to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament in Toronto on Groupon, so be sure to check that out before you purchase your admission.
Multiple ways to save on Legoland Discovery Centre in Toronto
Legoland Discovery Centre is a family-friendly attraction that offers a variety of interactive attractions and hands-on activities from building workshops and LEGO-themed rides to a LEGO factory tour and intricate LEGO models—including a miniature replica of Toronto’s skyline.
There are a number of ways to get a discount on the price of admission to the Legoland Discovery Centre in Toronto.
Save up to $10 when you buy tickets in advance online: If you buy your tickets online prior to arriving at Legoland Discovery Centre in Toronto you’ll pay less than if you buy them at the door.
Save $10 the day of with an Afternoon Saver ticket: If today is the only day you can go to Legoland Discovery Centre in Toronto you can still save but only if you visit after 3:00. Note: these Afternoon Saver tickets are not available all year round, so check their website to confirm.
Is it worth getting an Annual Pass? Legoland Discovery Centre in Toronto has two types of annual passes.
The first one is the Sunday-Friday Annual Pass. You can use it any day of the week except Saturday. It’s worth it if you plan to go to the Centre three or more times during the year.
The other pass is the Visit Anytime Annual Pass. It’s a good deal if you plan to go to the Centre four times or more during the year.
Two other ways to get a discount for Legoland Discovery Centre in Toronto: At different times of the year you can find discounts on admission to Legoland on Groupon.
In the past, Attractions Ontario has also had a discount on tickets to Legoland Discovery Centre in Toronto so check that website too.
How to score a Hockey Hall of Fame discount
The Hockey Hall of Fame houses an extensive collection of artifacts, memorabilia, and exhibits that celebrate the game of hockey.
Guests can test their skills in the NHLPA Game Time zone, where they can play goalie, shoot pucks, and even call the play-by-play in a broadcast booth.
One of the highlights of visiting the Hall is seeing the Stanley Cup up close. And there is an incredible collection of artifacts and memorabilia including jerseys, equipment, goalie masks, and personal items from some of the greatest players in the sport’s history.
As for discounted tickets to the Hockey Hall of Fame, the hall itself doesn’t offer savings on tickets but a number of their partners do.
Save 20% off with Presto: If you have a Presto transit card you can get 20% off the price of a general admission ticket to the Hockey Hall of Fame but note: the discount only applies if you purchase your ticket in person at the Hall.
Save $4 off with an Attractions Ontario coupon: Go to the Attractions Ontario website to print off your discount but note: the discount only applies if you purchase your ticket in person at the Hall.
Save 20% off with Toronto Bicycle Tours: If you go on a bicycle tour of the city with Toronto Bicycle Tours, you can get a discount of 20% off the price of admission to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
And of course if none of the above options are available to you, check Groupon as discount deals for tickets to the Hockey Hall of Fame do come up at times.
Enjoy these discounts on Toronto Aquarium tickets and 9 other attractions
As you can see it is possible to see some of Toronto’s most popular attractions for a discount. All it takes is a little digging (but we’ve already done that for you) and planning. The hard part will be deciding which attractions to visit or, who knows, with the money you’ll save with these discounts you might be able to visit them all!
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