Scotiabank Arena is an entertainment venue in downtown Toronto, Ontario, at 40 Bay Street. It sits beside Union Station, which makes it one of the easier large venues in the city to reach by public transit, and it is a practical base for an evening out in the core of the city.
What you can see here
The arena is home to the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Toronto Raptors, so a game night is the most common reason to visit. Visitors who enjoy sport will find the atmosphere on a game night lively and loud, with the crowd central to the experience. The venue also hosts major concerts and other live events, so the programme changes with the season and with the touring calendar.
Planning your visit
- Check the event schedule before you go, since the arena hosts different kinds of performances as well as home games.
- Allow time to reach Union Station, which is connected to the venue and serves several rail and transit lines.
- Plan to arrive with enough time to settle in before the event begins, especially on busy game nights.
Around the arena
The venue is close to several well-known attractions. The CN Tower is within easy reach on foot, so it is simple to combine a view from the tower with an evening event. Because the arena is in the heart of downtown, you can also explore the surrounding streets for restaurants and places to eat before or after the show.