The Best Family Outings with GO Transit and PRESTO Perks

PRESTO Perks has you and your family covered with fantastic savings and GO Transit will get you there! Read below to choose your adventure, pull the kids away from their screens, and get ready for affordable family fun! 

When you travel on GO, you don’t need to worry about parking and traffic. Plus, since kids aged 12 and under always ride free on GO Transit, taking the family out for an adventure is easy on the wallet and on stress levels. Save even more with GO Weekday Group Passes and Weekend Pass! 

Save on Family Events! 

Check back here periodically for new PRESTO Perk events – we’re always adding new places for you to explore! 

Toronto Marlies

Looking for a fun family day out? Head to a Toronto Marlies game! With fast-paced hockey, kid-friendly activities, and a chance to see future NHL stars up close, it’s the perfect way to score big on family fun. Grab your jerseys and join the excitement! PRESTO cardholders save up to 30% off on all 2024-25 Toronto Marlies home games at Coca-Cola Coliseum, and 4 games at Scotiabank Arena! Use PRESTO Perks code MARLIESPRESTO at checkout to save up to 30% on admission. Offer ends April 19, 2025.

• Get there with GO: For games at Coca-Cola Coliseum, take the GO Train to Exhibition GO – it's just a 3-minute walk away. For games at Scotiabank Arena, take the GO Train or Bus to Union Station, from there it’s only a 5-minute walk.

Young People’s Theatre

Get ready for an unforgettable season at Young People’s Theatre, Canada’s biggest stage for young adventurers! Dive into the magic of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, blast off with Chris Hadfield’s The Darkest Dark, and don’t miss the world premiere of Wicked Nix – plus so much more. Let the fun begin! Use code PRESTO15 at checkout or show your physical or digital PRESTO card in person to save 15% off tickets on select performances. For online purchases, please be prepared to show your PRESTO card upon entry. Offer ends June 1, 2025.

• Get there with GO: Take the GO Train or Bus to Union Station, from there just walk 15 minutes to Young People’s Theatre at 165 Front St E, Toronto.

Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls 

Your soon-to-be favourite family adventure is waiting in Niagara Falls! Experience a world of indoor water park thrills, interactive games, and cozy lodgings all under one roof. From exhilarating slides to enchanting activities, every moment at Great Wolf Lodge is packed with fun. Save up to 25% with promo code PRESTO when booking from Monday to Wednesday. PRESTO card must be presented at the check-in to receive the 25% discount offer. 

• Get There with GO: Travel by GO Train or Bus to Niagara Falls GO Station, from there take the Greenline North WEGO bus for 4 minutes, and from there it’s just a short walk to Great Wolf Lodge. 

CN Tower 

Ready for a sky-high adventure? Hop aboard the GO for a fun-filled family trip to the CN Tower! Create lifetime memories when you go to Canada’s most recognizable icon. Whether you're braving the glass floor or taking in the breathtaking views, the CN Tower is the perfect family day out. With PRESTO Perks get 15% off General Admission Timed Tickets and 15% off purchases at The Shops when you show your PRESTO card in person. Offer ends June 19, 2025.

• Get There with GO: Travel by GO Train or Bus to Union Station, from there take a 15-minute walk to the CN Tower. 

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada 

Curious about what’s beneath the surface? Get a peek into a world of wonder and save 15% with PRESTO Perks at  Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, when purchasing your general admission tickets in person only! This offer is valid until December 31, 2024. 

• Get there with GO: Travel by GO bus or train to Union Station and then walk west along Front St. from Front and York St., it's an 11-minute walk. 

Hockey Hall of Fame 

If you’re a hockey-loving family, the Hockey Hall of Fame is the outing for you! You can get an up-close look at the original Stanley Cup, and kids (and adults) will love putting their stick skills to the test with the interactive exhibits like Shoot Out and Shut Out in the NHLPA Game Time model rink. You’ll save 20% off regular admission rates with PRESTO Perks! 

• Get There With GO: Travel by GO bus or train to Union Station and then walk east along Front St. for about 10 minutes. 

Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) 

Dinosaurs, Egyptian mummies, and the dark and exciting Bat Cave — ancient and natural history comes alive at the Royal Ontario Museum! Kids will love the Hands-On Biodiversity Area and the Discovery Gallery. Save 15% off regular admission rates with PRESTO Perks! You can also enjoy free admission for everyone on the third Tuesday of the month (4:30 pm - 8:30 pm only) and free admission for post-secondary students all day every Tuesday. 

• Get There With GO: Travel by GO bus or train to Union Station and then connect to the TTC subway and travel to Museum Station. 

Art Gallery of Hamilton 

The Art Gallery of Hamilton is the oldest and largest art museum in the region, and their permanent collection includes more than 10,000 works. The last Sunday of each month is Family Fun Day, with hands-on activities and family-friendly tours offered. Best of all, you’ll get Buy One Get One Free on general admission or get 10% off the Friends of the Arts memberships with PRESTO Perks. Kids and students are always free and everyone can enjoy free admission on Thursdays. 

• Get There With GO: Take the Lakeshore West line to Hamilton GO Centre. From there, it’s an 8-minute walk via James St. S, Main St. W, and Summers Lane. 

Bird Kingdom in Niagara Falls

Hundreds of tropical birds are waiting for you at the World’s Largest Indoor Free-Flying Aviary, Bird Kingdom in Niagara Falls. Feed nectar to friendly lorikeets (for an additional fee), and marvel at over 40 other species of birds from around the world. You can enjoy 20% off general admission rates with PRESTO Perks! 

• Get There With GO: Take the GO Train on the Lakeshore West line to Niagara Falls GO Station and then connect to the local WEGO bus system for a quick 8-minute ride (GO+WEGO Combo Tickets are a great option!). Or, if you prefer to walk from the station, enjoy a 25-minute stroll along River Rd. 

It will take a little longer to get to these places, but it’s about the journey, not the destination and kids will enjoy taking a transit adventure between GO Transit, TTC and other local transit partners. Of course, it helps that the destinations also have AMAZING deals with PRESTO Perks! 

Toronto Zoo 

At the largest zoo in Canada, you’ll explore animal exhibits in seven geographical areas. From tigers to giraffes to grizzly bears, everyone in your family will find their favourite animal here. Together, you can learn how the Toronto Zoo is working to protect endangered species and their habitats. Save with PRESTO Perks, get 20% off regular admission rates or 10% off an annual membership when showing your PRESTO Card in person.

• Get There With GO: Take the Lakeshore East Line to Rouge Hill GO Station and transfer with TTC. The One Fare Program means your TTC fare will be FREE when you connect with GO Transit, regardless of travel direction. Check your schedule. 

Aga Khan Museum 

At North America’s first museum showcasing exclusively Islamic Arts, at Aga Khan Museum you’ll see art from historic and contemporary Muslim communities. On Sundays, there are family-friendly activities included with your admission. With PRESTO Perks, get 20% off regular admission rates and enjoy 10% off at the gift shop by showing your PRESTO Card in person.

• Get There With GO: Take the Lakeshore East line to Danforth GO Station and connect with the TTC. 

Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) 

Explore the wonders of nature with your family at the Royal Botanical Gardens, where lush gardens, captivating exhibits, and interactive activities await. This spring at RBG, discover some of the most astonishing creatures on Earth at Nature's Superheroes: Life at the Limits. Save 15% off General Adult Admission with PRESTO Perks when you show your PRESTO card in person. 

• Get There With GO: Take the GO to Aldershot GO and connect to Hamilton Street Railway or Burlington GO and connect with Burlington Transit. 

Village at Black Creek 

Take a step back in time at this living history museum, Village at Black Creek. Both you and your kids will love discovering how people lived, worked, and played in the mid-19th century in rural Ontario. Explore the schoolhouse, tinsmith shop, printing office, general store and more. Hands-on activities will make your family feel like they’ve really travelled to the past. You’ll save 20% off regular admission rates when you show your  PRESTO Card in person or use code PRESTO20 at checkout online, with PRESTO Perks.

• Get There With GO: Take the Barrie line to Downsview Park GO Station and then connect to the TTC. 

More Ways to Save on GO Transit

While kids 12 and under ride GO Transit for free and PRESTO Perks offer great savings on attractions, parents and guadians can take advantage of some other fantastic savings on GO to really get the best bang for your buck. Consider these options when planning your next family adventure!

Weekend Pass

For weekend adventures, be sure to use a $10 One-Day Pass for unlimited GO travel on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday. They’re perfect for saving money and taking you everywhere you need to GO for a weekend adventure! Buy your GO Weekend Pass now!

Weekday Group Passes

Taking on family adventures with a group throughout the week? Look no further than a GO Weekday Group Pass! Perfect for outings with multiple adults, or when you’re playing ‘tour guide’ to your visiting family members! Groups get unlimited travel throughout the GO network starting at $30 for 2 people. Buy your Weekday Group Pass now!

Fare Discounts

We’ve increased discounts on some of our fares to help customers save more money. Our discount for all youth aged 13-19 and full-time post-secondary students has increased from 22.5% to 40% off the regular adult fare. Also, you can transfer for free when travelling between GO and most local transit agencies. Riding with GO is more affordable than ever!