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CN Tower Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food, Cameras and Gear

Checked Source: CN Tower common questions page (cntower.ca, opens in a new tab), CN Tower health and safety page (cntower.ca, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC

Short answer

The CN Tower welcomes bags, purses and knapsacks smaller than 53 by 23 by 38 centimetres, and larger bags and luggage are not permitted. It has no lockers. Outside food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed, and cameras, phones, tablets and tripods are welcome as long as they do not disrupt other guests.

Every rule at CN Tower

An item that is not listed is not mentioned in the official pages we checked. Each row links to the page its rule came from.

Bag policy in detail

Bags, purses and knapsacks smaller than 53 x 23 x 38 centimetres are welcome inside. Larger bags, including luggage, are not permitted, and staff inspect every bag. Knapsacks smaller than 53 x 23 x 38 centimetres are welcome inside. Larger ones are not permitted. Purses smaller than 53 x 23 x 38 centimetres are welcome inside.

  • Bag: Smaller than 53 x 23 x 38 cm
  • Backpack: Knapsacks under 53 x 23 x 38 cm
  • Water bottle: Allowed
  • Outside food: Allowed

Food and drink

Outside non-alcoholic beverages are allowed, though the Tower encourages guests to use its on-site dining. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. The pages do not mention coolers.

Cameras and electronics

The Tower encourages guests to bring cameras, phones and tablets. Tripods are allowed as long as they do not disrupt the experience of other guests. The Tower encourages guests to bring cameras, phones and tablets. The pages do not mention camera lenses, drones, laptops and power banks.

Strollers and family items

The pages do not mention strollers and a medical bag process.

Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items

The pages do not mention umbrellas, blankets and seat cushions.

Signs, flags and fan items

Flags and banners are on the list of prohibited items. Flags and banners are on the list of prohibited items. The pages do not mention binoculars.

Medical needs and accessibility

The pages describe no separate medical bag process, so ask the venue before the event if you need to bring medical items.

Security screening and arrival

Security inspects every bag and uses a metal detector, and also randomly screens for explosives. Prohibited items are confiscated and not returned.

Bag storage and lockers

There are no lockers on site. The Tower suggests a nearby luggage storage location for larger bags.

General visits

The pages describe general visits. Special experiences such as EdgeWalk can have their own rules, so check your ticket for the date.

Prohibited items

From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.

  • Signs
  • Flags
  • Weapons, replicas and toy weapons
  • Explosives, fireworks and ammunition
  • Knives
  • Mace and pepper spray
  • Laser pointers
  • Open alcohol
  • Skateboards and scooters

Questions about CN Tower

  1. Bags, purses and knapsacks smaller than 53 x 23 x 38 centimetres are welcome inside. Larger bags, including luggage, are not permitted, and staff inspect every bag.

  2. Knapsacks smaller than 53 x 23 x 38 centimetres are welcome inside. Larger ones are not permitted.

  3. Outside non-alcoholic beverages are allowed, though the Tower encourages guests to use its on-site dining.

  4. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed.

  5. The Tower encourages guests to bring cameras, phones and tablets.

  6. Purses smaller than 53 x 23 x 38 centimetres are welcome inside.

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Checked on October 5, 2026 against the sources above. Venues can change rules without notice, and rules can differ by event. Confirm with the venue for your date. Next review: October 19, 2026.

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  1. First check: 21 rules read against the CN Tower common questions page and health and safety page.

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