Scotiabank Arena Travel Guide

Home of the Toronto Raptors and Toronto Maple Leafs

Last Updated: 08-28-2024

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40 Bay St

Toronto, ON M5J 2X2 Canada

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Seating Capacity:

Basketball: 20511

Hockey: 18819

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Member Review - Jillian Fisher of Jillian Fisher

Visited this arena for the World Cup of Hockey and watched several games here. The bottom concourse features great food and drink options, but the upper concourse is very tight (in fact, it was hard to even walk through during intermissions). The seats in the upper level are very tight, but overall, had a great experience.



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About Scotiabank Arena:

Opening in 1999, the stadium was originally going to be a basketball venue only with the Raptors playing most of their games at Skydome (Rogers Centre). It was later decided the Maple Leafs needed a new venue and the Scotiabank Arena design was modified to handle both basketball and hockey.

Tour Info:

There doesn't appear to be any public tour offerings at this time.

Security Screenings:

Like almost all US and Canadian Stadiums, you will need to enter through a metal detector before entering the stadium.  Be sure to give yourself extra time and don't bring any weapons or devices that could be seen as a weapon inside.  Pat down searches may be required.

Bag Policy:

Small handbag purses and baby bags are only permitted inside the stadium.  Backpacks, luggage, and regular or large size handbags are prohibited.  There does not appear to be a specific size limitation so use common sense when bringing your bags.  All bags are subject to search before entering.

Note: Bag and security policy listed above are for typical sporting events. Special events, concerts, and other situations may result in variation to the policy. Please check event website for any changes or variation.

Parking & Transportation

Parking Options

There are over 13,000 spaces either on or near the property of the arena.

We're setting up a partnership with a new parking company. Stay tuned for more details!

Bus Service:

The 6 Bay and 72 Pape busses stop at Union Station, which is a short walk from the arena. Please visit the TTC to plan your trip.

Rail Service:

The 509 and 510 streetcars and the Yonge/University/Spadina subway line stop at Union Station, which is a short walk from the arena. Please visit the TTC to plan your trip.

Taxi & Rideshare Service:

There does not appear to be an official taxi stand and we're told that hailing a taxi after an event is very difficult to do.

Closest Major Airport: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

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Jennifer D.


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No matter where you are sitting you will get a great view! An awesome place for sports or a concert.


Posted On: 2024-11-08 12:05:52

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Denny T.


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Hockey arena #8 that I have visited. In the heart of downtown, so there's plenty of parking a few blocks from the arena. There are also plenty of...


Posted On: 2024-10-17 10:18:36

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Darby C.


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I recently went to the Janet Jackson concert. The arena is under renovations, so there were multiple entry points outside the arena. The main entrance in...


Posted On: 2024-07-04 20:58:26

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