From the theatre to the symphony, movies to the fine arts, some of Toronto’s most exciting (and often controversial) buildings are those designed to house the city’s cultural institutions. Join us on a 2-hour walking tour as we as we explore the story of Toronto’s vibrant cultural scene through its architecture and landscapes. Along the way you will learn about the origins of the world’s third largest English speaking theatre district and visit the epicentre of one of the largest international film festivals in the world. The tour will end with a stop at OCAD – Canada’s oldest and largest educational institution for art and design -, and the Art Gallery of Ontario – home of largest collection of Canadian art in the world. Highlights of the tour include the TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival) Bell Lightbox, Sharp Centre at Ontario College of Art & Design University, and the Art Gallery of Ontario.

WHERE: North end of David Pecaut Square on King Street, directly across from the Royal Alexandra Theatre. The tour ends at the Art Gallery of Ontario.

WHEN: Weekly on Saturdays. Be sure to use the drop-down menu when purchasing tickets to see all the ticket dates!

TICKETS: TSA Members get 50% off regular ticket price for one ticket per tour per season. Children ages 12 and under are free, provided they are accompanied by a paying adult.

TICKET SALES CLOSE 15 minutes before the tour start time. Cash tickets may be available directly from the tour guide at the start of the tour if it is not sold out. If you have not purchased a ticket in advance, please arrive at least 10 minutes early to allow time for the ticket sale. Please bring exact change as tour guides do not carry change.

ABOUT THE TORONTO SOCIETY OF ARCHITECTURE TOURS: Toronto Architecture Tours offers 3 regular walking tours featuring contemporary Toronto architecture. From city landmarks to hidden gems, learn the stories behind the buildings, landscapes and art that make Toronto a one of a kind city with our architecture walking tours! Join the Toronto Society of Architects’ guided outdoor walking tours for a 2 hour journey happening every weekend and holiday Monday from the first weekend in June to the first weekend in October.