Located on Centre Island in the Toronto Islands, offshore of Toronto, Ontario, Centreville Amusement Park offers a delightful, family-friendly getaway. Operated by the Beasley family since 1967 on land leased from the City of Toronto, this charming children's amusement park features a 1900s turn-of-the-century village theme. When you visit, you will step into a nostalgic atmosphere anchored by an 1870s cast iron planter commemorating Queen Victoria's birthday.
You can explore a variety of rides and attractions, including a 1907-vintage Dentzel carousel featuring 52 hand-carved animals like cats, pigs, an ostrich, a lion, and rabbits. You will also find a miniature roller coaster, log flume, windmill-themed ferris wheel, bumper boats, pleasure swan boats, antique-style motor cars, and a renewed aerial Sky Ride. Beyond classic rides, you can ride the narrow-gauge miniature train through a tunnel or head right next door to Far Enough Farm.
There, you can interact with domesticated species such as goats, cows, emus, and freely roaming peafowl. While recent years brought temporary closures from flooding and pandemic restrictions, Centreville remains a unique Canadian park filled with wading pools, miniature golf, games, and classic food concessions.
What to see at Centreville Amusement Park
- Ride the rare 1907 Dentzel carousel featuring 52 hand-carved animals.
- Board the narrow-gauge miniature train for a loop around the grounds and through a tunnel.
- Meet goats, emus, cows, and freely roaming peafowl at Far Enough Farm.
- Enjoy nostalgic attractions like the log flume, bumper boats, and windmill ferris wheel.
- Take in aerial park views aboard the chairlift-style Sky Ride.
Visiting tips
Remember to purchase your Toronto Island Ferry tickets through the city in addition to buying your park ride tickets online or at the gates.
How long: 2-4 hours · Best time: Summer mornings
How to get there & what’s nearby
Centreville Amusement Park is easy to reach on Toronto’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Toronto Zoo and Allan Gardens. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Toronto travel guide.
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