Rogers Centre, Toronto

Rogers Centre, Toronto (must see)

Rogers Centre, also known as Toronto's SkyDome, is an impressive stadium renowned for being the pioneer of retractable roof technology. It is conveniently located near the shores of Lake Ontario, adjacent to the CN Tower. Unveiled in 1989 on the former Railway Lands, this multipurpose stadium serves as the home for the Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball and the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League. In addition, the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League have been participating in various regular-season and pre-season games at the venue since 2008 as part of the Bills Toronto Series.

While primarily recognized as a sports venue, Rogers Centre also plays host to a diverse range of large-scale events including conventions, trade fairs, concerts, traveling funfairs, and exhilarating monster truck shows. In 2005, the stadium underwent a name change to "Rogers Centre" after being acquired by Rogers Communications, which also purchased the Toronto Blue Jays. However, it remains popularly known as Skydome among the locals.

One notable feature of the stadium is its fully retractable motorized roof, marking a groundbreaking advancement in the stadium's architecture. Moreover, the stadium boasts a remarkable 348-room hotel, with 70 rooms offering captivating views of the field. It holds the distinction of being the most recent major-league stadium in North America designed to accommodate both football and baseball.

Rogers Centre had the honor of hosting the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2015 Pan American Games, further solidifying its significance as a world-class venue.

Why You Should Visit:
Fabulous place to watch the games; neatly maintained, with friendly staff, better than decent food/beer options (though you're also allowed food and drinks from outside in sealed containers), sufficient restrooms, and many entrances for quick entry or exit. There's even a giant bat made from a tree near sections 110 / 108.

Tip:
Try to hit this place up in mid-summer when the dome is open and you won't forget it.

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Rogers Centre on Map

Sight Name: Rogers Centre
Sight Location: Toronto, Canada (See walking tours in Toronto)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Toronto, Canada

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Toronto's Waterfront Walking Tour

Toronto's Waterfront Walking Tour

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.8 Km or 0.5 Miles
Toronto Introduction Walking Tour

Toronto Introduction Walking Tour

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles

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