What it's known for
The arena opened in 1999 as the Air Canada Centre and was built partly inside a historic postal delivery building, whose facade is still part of the structure. Maple Leafs games are among the hottest tickets in hockey.
Outside, Maple Leaf Square fills with fans watching on giant screens during the playoffs; during the Raptors’ 2019 championship run it became known as ‘Jurassic Park.’
Getting there
The arena connects to Union Station, Toronto’s main transit hub, through an indoor walkway, so most fans arrive by subway, GO Transit or on foot.
Tips for your visit
- U.S. visitors need a passport, and prices are in Canadian dollars.
- Leafs tickets are expensive and hard to get; Raptors games are usually easier.
- Rogers Centre, home of the Blue Jays, is a short walk away.
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Details last reviewed November 2026. Arena names, bag policies and transit change, so check the teams’ official sites before you go. momnts isn't affiliated with the NBA, the NHL or any team.