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5 ways to save big this March break with GO Transit and PRESTO Perks
Looking for activities for March Break? Here are 5 big discounts you can get with your PRESTO card.
Mar 4, 2024
Your PRESTO card is great for getting you from home to the office and everywhere else in between.
But it also gets you big discounts at some of the best attractions across the region with PRESTO Perks. And during March Break, there’s no better time to put your PRESTO card to good use.
From the country’s tallest tower to some of the oldest signs of life, and the world’s greatest athletes to mind-bending illusions, PRESTO Perks can help you make your money go the distance and create memorable experiences with your nearest and dearest (or to treat yourself to a great solo-day on the town!)
To help you plan your next adventure in the city, here are five amazing destinations where you can score a great discount with your PRESTO card or the digital version using PRESTO in Google Wallet.
What are the benefits of a PRESTO card?
The CN Tower (in person discount)
Our newest - and tallest - perk is one of Canada’s most iconic landmarks: the CN Tower.
Ride the elevator up one of the modern Seven Wonders of the World, and visit the famous glass floor on the tower’s observation deck.
Save 15 per cent on general admission timed tickets with your PRESTO card, from Feb. 1 to June 27.
To take advantage of this offer, show your PRESTO card or PRESTO in Google Wallet in-person at the CN Tower when buying tickets.
The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) (in person and online discount)
Take in the incredible exhibits at the country’s largest museum of art, culture and nature. Hang out with dinosaurs, imagine life in ancient civilizations, and sit in awe of the world-class works of art.
Get a 15 per cent discount on general admission and exhibition tickets for the ROM with your PRESTO card or GO Transit ticket.
To save at the ROM, buy tickets online with promo code PRESTO, or present your PRESTO card, PRESTO in Google Wallet or GO Transit ticket in person.
Ontario Science Centre (in person discount)
Ignite your curiosity with over 500 interactive experiences and captivating live demonstrations for every member of the family.
Show your PRESTO card or PRESTO in Google Wallet to get 20 per cent off general admission at the Ontario Science Centre.
This offer is only available for in-person ticket sales and doesn’t include IMAX® or separately ticketed events. Visit the Ontario Science Centre website for ticket prices and hours.
Hockey Hall of Fame (in person discount)
Hockey is as Canadian as maple syrup. It’s been a staple of Canadiana for more than a hundred years. - and you can skate through that history at the Hockey Hall of Fame.
From simulation games and a replica NHL dressing room to some of the sport’s most cherished artifacts and the chance for hands-on access to the Stanley Cup, this truly is the coolest hall of fame in all of pro sports.
The only thing cooler is getting a 20 per cent discount on standard admission rates by showing your PRESTO card, or PRESTO in Google Wallet at the Hockey Hall of Fame in downtown Toronto.
Museum of Illusions (online discount)
Looking for a mind-bending experience? Immerse yourself in over 70 captivating and educational exhibits at the unbelievable Museum of Illusions Toronto.
The museum features unparalleled attractions including holograms, stereograms, optical illusions, and stunning immersive rooms, showing that there’s always more than meets the eye.
One thing that is real is the 20 per cent discount PRESTO cardholders get at the Museum of Illusions for visits between Sunday and Thursday.
To get your discount, use the code PRESTO20 when buying tickets online. Please bring your PRESTO card or PRESTO in Google Wallet with you when checking in at the museum.
Does a PRESTO card save money?
So, what will it be? A trip to the top of the CN Tower or a snapshot with the Stanley Cup? A trip through time at the ROM, an out-of-this-world experience at the Museum of Illusions, or an interactive lesson at the Ontario Science Centre?
Whatever you decide, transit is the most affordable way to get there.
Hop on a GO Bus or GO Train and don’t forget - kids 12 and under always ride free on GO Transit!
And if you're heading to the ROM, Science Centre or somewhere further than walking distance from Union Station, you can connect to the TTC to complete the final leg of your journey for free thanks to Ontario’s One Fare Program.
The recently launched program means transit riders only pay once when traveling between TTC and GO Transit, Brampton Transit, Durham Region Transit, MiWay and York Region Transit.
Simply tap with a PRESTO card, credit or debit, or PRESTO in Google Wallet and Ontario’s One Fare Program savings will automatically be applied.
To see a full list of ways to save on exciting experiences, visit the PRESTO Perks page for all the details.