The 9 Best Museums in Bay Street Corridor, Canada

May 18, 2022 Weston Hennigan

We've heard Toronto described as "New York City run by the Swiss," and it's true—you can find world-class theater, shopping and restaurants here, but the sidewalks are clean and the people are friendly. The best place to start is literally at the top—the CN Tower, the tallest freestanding structure in the Western Hemisphere.
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1. 48th Highlanders Museum

73 Simcoe St, Toronto, Ontario M5J 1W9 Canada +1 416-596-1382 http://www.48highlanders.com/04_03.html
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

48th Highlanders Museum

2. Hockey Hall of Fame

Brookfield Place - Concourse Level 30 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M5E 1X8 Canada +1 416-360-7765 [email protected] http://www.hhof.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4,054 reviews

Hockey Hall of Fame

Honor the achievements of some of the greatest stars in hockey at this shrine to Canada's national sport.

Reviewed By dave4559

Recommend a stop here if you are a hockey fan, make sure you have some time to see everything, lot to see and do, son was able to shoot pucks, lots of history and the trophy room was incredible.

79 Wellington St W, Toronto, Ontario M5K 1A1 Canada +1 416-982-8473 http://art.td.com/visit/
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Toronto Dominion Gallery of Inuit Art

4. Gardiner Museum

111 Queen's Park Bloor St and Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2C7 Canada +1 416-586-8080 [email protected] http://www.gardinermuseum.on.ca
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4.0 based on 278 reviews

Gardiner Museum

Discover one of the world's most universal and dynamic art forms. Explore the Gardiner Museum's internationally-renowned collections of pottery from the Ancient Americas, Europe, China, and Japan, as well as contemporary ceramics. Visit the Museum's special exhibitions, sign up for a clay class, take part in weekly family art activities, dine at Clay Restaurant, and find the perfect gift at the Gardiner Shop.

Reviewed By 1francophile - Kitchener, Canada

Had a brief, but edifying experience at this wonderful museum because of its unusual and focused exhibits, not found elsewhere. There is porcelain, ceramics and clay from ancient to modern times from many parts of the world, including, Europe, Asia and South American. In addition the special exhibit focal point was dining in earlier century with a replication of a table setting. Their collection best typifies how form and function works perfectly through the shapes, designs, facade and their usefulness in every day life. My short visit provided me with a overview of what this fine Museum has to offer, so I will return soon to be part of a guided tour to further enrich my appreciation and understanding. The staff are personable and professional and the tariff is quite reasonable for all the Gardiner Museum provides to the discerning visitor. Also, don’t forget to patronize their fine quality restaurant- Clay! Very Highly Recommended!

5. Toronto Police Museum

40 College St At Yonge St., Toronto, Ontario M5G 2J3 Canada +1 416-808-7020 [email protected] http://www.torontopolice.on.ca/museum
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4.0 based on 59 reviews

Toronto Police Museum

Using interactive displays, this museum documents the history of the Canadian police, as well as its present operations.

Reviewed By traveller2454 - Dalbeattie, United Kingdom

As my husband was previously a policeman with the London Met, we were very lucky to be able to arrange a private tour of the Toronto Police Museum with Norina D'Agostini and nothing was too much trouble for her. We had so many interesting stories to exchange and notes to compare about policing in the UK and in Canada.

6. Textile Museum of Canada

55 Centre Ave, Toronto, Ontario M5G 2H5 Canada +1 416-599-5321 [email protected] http://www.textilemuseum.ca/
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4.0 based on 134 reviews

Textile Museum of Canada

During our reopening phase, visitors well have access to three galleries of exhibitions and the Museum Shop. Admission to the Museum will be on a timed ticketing system to ensure social distancing protocols. The Textile Museum of Canada is the only national museum in Canada that explores ideas and builds cultural understanding through the universally relevant media of textiles. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, the Museum’s permanent collection spans nearly 2,000 years and consists of more than 15,000 artifacts. A leader in the digitization of collections and interactive environments, the Museum has been recognized the world over for innovation in the development of landmark educational, research and creative initiatives.

Reviewed By Closwaldo - Detroit, United States

Be sure to go check out the hands on weaving machines, very fun to use. Gift shop was full of fun items, great for unique gifts.

7. Brookfield Place

181 Bay St, Toronto, Ontario M5J 2T3 Canada +1 416-777-6480 http://www.brookfieldplacenewsandevents.com/
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4.0 based on 153 reviews

Brookfield Place

Reviewed By MyCoachEd - Toronto, Canada

Just north of front between Bay and Yonge Street - a short block from Union Station. Nicest lobby/galleria of all Toronto Towers (Scotia Plaza a close second). Home to Marche, the Hocket Hall of Fame and Hocket themed Tim Horton's and my favorite newspaper stand on the Yonge Street Side. Please dont miss it and please let me know, if you liked it!!

8. Design Exchange

234 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario M5K 1B2 Canada +1 416-363-6121 [email protected] http://www.dx.org/
Excellent
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3.5 based on 39 reviews

Design Exchange

Located in one of Canada's Art Deco landmarks featuring the original Toronto Stock Exchange, Experience Design and be inspired by ever-changing exhibits, lectures, workshops, tours, screenings and camps from architecture to fashion design.

9. Children's Own Museum (COM)

90 Queen's Pk At Charles St. W., Toronto, Ontario M5S 2C5 Canada +1 416-360-1266 http://www.childrensownmuseum.org/
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3.5 based on 2 reviews

Children's Own Museum (COM)

Children of all ages engage their imagination with unique interactive activities and displays.

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