Top Photography Locations in GTA
Explore the best photography spots in the Greater Toronto Area with our comprehensive directory of stunning locations for your wedding photoshoot.
High Park
Toronto's largest public park, famous for cherry blossoms in spring and scenic trails year-round.
Distillery District
Historic pedestrian-only area with Victorian-era industrial architecture, cobblestone streets, and festive lights.
Toronto Islands
Scenic islands just off downtown Toronto, offering skyline views, beaches, and nature trails.
Graffiti Alley
Vibrant stretch of murals and street art, perfect for colorful and edgy photo shoots.
Scarborough Bluffs
Dramatic cliffs overlooking Lake Ontario, offering stunning natural backdrops and beaches.
Nathan Phillips Square
Iconic civic square with Toronto's City Hall, fountains, and seasonal skating rink.
Evergreen Brick Works
Former industrial site turned eco-space, with rustic brick buildings and nature trails.
Allan Gardens Conservatory
Historic greenhouse filled with exotic plants, flowers, and seasonal displays.
Aga Khan Museum
Modern museum with striking architecture and landscaped gardens, ideal for cultural and wedding shoots.
Humber Bay Park
Waterfront park with skyline views of Toronto, bridges, and natural landscapes.
Royal Ontario Museum
Iconic museum with modern crystal façade and historic exhibits, great for architectural photography.
Casa Loma
Gothic Revival-style mansion with gardens, towers, and historic interiors.
Polson Pier
One of the best spots for a panoramic view of the Toronto skyline, especially at sunset.
Gooderham Building (Flatiron)
Iconic red-brick flatiron building set against a modern city backdrop.
Kensington Market
Bohemian neighborhood filled with colorful street art, vintage shops, and eclectic vibes.
Sugar Beach
Whimsical urban beach with pink umbrellas and white sand on the waterfront.
University of Toronto
Historic campus with stunning Gothic architecture, ivy-covered walls, and courtyards.
Berczy Park
Charming park featuring a large fountain with dog sculptures and views of the Flatiron building.
Brookfield Place
Stunning architectural atrium (Allen Lambert Galleria) with soaring arches and light.
Underpass Park
Unique urban park located under overpasses, featuring skate structures and street art.
Trillium Park
Modern waterfront park with trails, a pavilion, and excellent skyline views.
Osgoode Hall
Historic law school and courthouse with beautiful iron gates and landscaped grounds.
St. Lawrence Market
Historic market building with lively indoor scenes and classic brick exterior.
CN Tower
The defining landmark of the Toronto skyline, visible from almost anywhere in the city.
Princes' Gates
Monumental triumphal arch at Exhibition Place, offering a grand architectural backdrop.
R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant
Art Deco architectural masterpiece often called the 'Palace of Purification'.
Tommy Thompson Park
Man-made peninsula offering nature trails and unique views of the skyline from a distance.
Financial District
Towering skyscrapers creating dramatic urban canyons and reflections.
Chinatown
Bustling neighborhood with vibrant signage, street markets, and colorful scenes.
Harbourfront Centre
Cultural hub on the waterfront with boardwalks, ships, and event spaces.
Woodbine Beach
Wide sandy beach in the east end, popular for volleyball and boardwalk strolls.
Riverdale Park East
Hillside park offering one of the best unobstructed views of the downtown skyline.
Guild Park and Gardens
Historic sculptural sanctuary with rescued architectural fragments and Greek theatre ruins.
The Bentway
Unique public space under the Gardiner Expressway featuring skate trails and urban art.
Union Station
Beaux-Arts railway station with a stunning Great Hall and high arched ceilings.
Toronto Reference Library
Architectural marvel with a vast 5-story atrium and curving white balconies.
OCAD University (Sharp Centre)
Iconic 'tabletop' building on colourful stilts, a masterpiece of modern design.
Edwards Gardens
Manicured botanical gardens with perennials, roses, and wildflowers.
TD Centre
Mies van der Rohe's modernist masterpiece of black steel skyscrapers.
Ireland Park
Quiet waterfront memorial park with haunting sculptures and city views.
Spadina Museum
Historic house and gardens reflecting the 1920s and 30s era.
Mackenzie House
19th-century row house museum with historic printing press and ghost stories.
Toronto Music Garden
Whimsical garden design inspired by Bach's First Cello Suite.
Humber Bay Arch Bridge
Iconic white pedestrian bridge framing the city skyline and lake.
Gibraltar Point Lighthouse
The oldest existing lighthouse on the Great Lakes, located on the Toronto Islands.
Stackt Market
Trendy market made of shipping containers with ever-changing art installations.
Old City Hall
Romanesque Revival civic building with a distinctive clock tower and gargoyles.
Mint Room Studios
Premium indoor photography studio with professionally styled rooms and natural light.
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Open-air heritage museum recreating an 1860s Ontario village with rustic buildings.
Kortright Centre for Conservation
Nature reserve with extensive trails, forests, and sustainable energy demonstrations.
Alexander Muir Memorial Gardens
Formal multi-level gardens with stone walls, sunken beds, and wooded trails.
Centennial Park Conservatory
Large greenhouse featuring tropical plants, a cactus house, and seasonal flower shows.
Gairloch Gardens
Lakeside estate in Oakville with manicured rose gardens and a historic art gallery.
Adamson Estate
Historic waterfront estate in Mississauga with a barn, pet cemetery, and tall pines.
Kariya Park
Serene Japanese-style garden in Mississauga featuring a pavilion, pond, and cherry blossoms.
Rosetta McClain Gardens
Spectacular garden park on the Scarborough Bluffs with a rock fountain and rose garden.
Knox College
Gothic Revival college at U of T with stunning cloisters and a grand interior hall.
Hart House
Cultural centre at U of T featuring a beautiful quadrangle and Gothic architecture.
Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre
The world's last operating double-decker theatre, famous for its whimsical leaf-covered ceiling.
Todmorden Mills
Heritage site in the Don Valley with historic buildings, a wildflower preserve, and industrial chimney.
The Well
Modern open-air retail complex with a striking glass canopy and pedestrian bridges.
Love Park
New heart-shaped pond park on the waterfront, featuring a red mosaic heart and city views.
Old Mill Toronto
Historic hotel and event venue with English Tudor architecture and scenic gardens.
Toronto Eaton Centre
Iconic shopping mall with a stunning glass galleria and the famous 'Flight Stop' geese sculpture.
Fairmont Royal York
Grand historic railway hotel with opulent interiors, a clock tower, and a regal lobby.
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Architectural marvel by Frank Gehry featuring a spiral staircase and Douglas fir glass facade.
Sunnyside Pavilion
Beaux-Arts style bathing pavilion on the waterfront with a courtyard and beach views.
Main Street Unionville
Charming historic village street with preserved 19th-century buildings and gazebos.
Glendon Campus (York U)
Picturesque campus with a historic manor, rose gardens, and wooded trails.
Jack Darling Memorial Park
Large waterfront park with sandy beaches, picnic areas, and a tall hill for views.
Wychwood Barns
Converted historic streetcar barns turned into a community cultural hub and park.
Cherry Beach
Popular sandy beach with a rugged shoreline and views of the port lands.
James Gardens
Scenic park on the Humber River with terraced stone paths, flowers, and a gazebo.
Humber Arboretum
Vast botanical garden and natural area with diverse ecosystems and ornamental gardens.
Yorkville
Upscale neighborhood with Victorian homes, high-end boutiques, and 'The Rock' park.
Trinity College
Stunning collegiate gothic building at U of T with a beautiful quadrangle.
McMichael Canadian Art Collection
Renowned gallery set in 100 acres of wooded conservation land.
Riverwood Conservancy
serene park in Mississauga with gardens, trails, and historic buildings.
Chinguacousy Park
Large park in Brampton with a greenhouse, petting zoo, and paddle boats.
Miller Lash House
Historic Arts and Crafts style estate nestled in the Highland Creek valley.
Graydon Hall Manor
Elegant Georgian manor with formal gardens and fountains, a premier wedding venue.
Estates of Sunnybrook
Historic estate venues (Vaughan Estate, The Coach House) surrounded by lush grounds.
Allan Gardens
Historic conservatory with six greenhouses featuring diverse plant collections.
Humber Bay Park West
Scenic waterfront park with a lighthouse and views of the Toronto skyline.
Fantasy Fair (Woodbine Centre)
Indoor amusement park with a vintage carousel and colorful rides.
The Omni King Edward Hotel
Toronto's first luxury hotel with historic charm and opulent interiors.
Windsor Arms Hotel
Boutique hotel with a neo-Gothic exterior and elegant, intimate spaces.
One King West Hotel & Residence
Historic hotel featuring a grand banking hall and 'The Vault'.
Scarboro Golf and Country Club
Prestigious golf club with a historic clubhouse and manicured grounds.
Copper Creek Golf Club
Scenic golf course in Kleinburg with rolling hills and a grand clubhouse.
Markham Museum
Open-air museum featuring historic buildings and heritage gardens.
Richmond Green Sports Centre
Large park with a waterfall, rose garden, and heritage buildings.
North York Rose Garden
Beautifully manicured rose garden with paved paths and trellises.
Shangri-La Hotel Toronto
Modern luxury hotel with Asian-inspired decor and a glass facade.
The Great Hall
Victorian heritage venue with a grand hall and vintage aesthetic.
Sugarbush Heritage Park
Wooded park with maple sugar bush trails and historic remnants.
Parkwood National Historic Site
The magnificent grounds and heritage gardens of Parkwood Estate as well as elegant surroundings of the main floor rooms in the Museum offer the perfect location for photography. for permits maggie.miller@parkwoodestate.com or phone 905-433-4311 Ext. 32872
Dundurn Castle
Dundurn Castle in Hamilton is one of the most iconic photography and wedding locations in Ontario, offering historic architecture, gardens, and scenic backdrops. A permit is required for groups over 10 people or any wedding/commercial shoot. For permits, bookings, or wedding packages, contact dundurn@hamilton.ca