CN Tower

The CN Tower held the prestigious title of the world's tallest free-standing structure for over 30 years until 2007. It was surpassed by the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which reached over 800 meters during its construction. Despite losing the global record, it remains the tallest free-standing structure in the Western Hemisphere.

Constructed in 1976, the tower was built by Canadian National Railways to solve severe transmission problems for local radio and television broadcasters. Toronto's growing skyline of skyscrapers was causing signal reflection and interference, disrupting broadcasts across the region. Today, it still serves as a vital communications hub while acting as a major tourist destination.

Yes, the tower features the revolving 360 Restaurant, which completes a full rotation every 72 minutes to offer panoramic views of Toronto. It is renowned for holding the record for the highest wine cellar in the world. To dine there, guests typically need to make reservations, and the elevator access fee is often waived with the purchase of a meal.

The EdgeWalk is an extreme outdoor attraction where visitors walk hands-free along a 1.5-meter-wide ledge encircling the top of the tower's main pod. It operates 116 stories, or 356 meters, above the ground, making it the world's highest full-circle, hands-free walk. Participants are securely attached to an overhead safety rail via a trolley and harness system while leaning out over the edge.