Thoughts while going through AGO... "What the F%$K?" (most…read morepopular, not in a bad way) "That's awesome!" "That is stupid." "My 9 year old Niece might have painted that..." I'm sure you'll feel the same way... Not the best art museum in the whole world, but they go plenty of variety from ancient, to classical, to masterpieces, to crappy pieces, to what the heck is that.. I've been to the Uffizi in Florence, Louvre in Paris, National Gallery in Oslo, and other fancy schmancy museums... they're all great too...but I love the extra modern and contemporary art! Weird rocks my world. I am weird! $30 CAD / $23 USD for an Adult ticket, but I had the CityPass so this was one of my included attractions. $30 isn't cheap, but I spent almost 2 hours here becoming more cultured, enlightened, and elitist...so I think I got my money's worth.

I like to visit the AGO every year to check out the new artists' work, paintings, and sculptures…read moredisplayed. It's always refreshing seeing creative work in action, so this is my go-to spot for an intriguing, adventurous day out. My favourite theme was the KAWS display. They had multiple sculptures of KAWS in different colors, shapes and sizes. They also had a few KAWS x Simpsons paintings, which was my absolute favourite. I'm a huge Simpsons fan, so this was truly exciting to see. The gallery was bright, perfect for a photo-op to post on socials. I had a wonderful time, and I can't wait to visit again! If you're looking for a day out that'll inspire your creativity and stun you, this is definitely the spot to visit with friends or family.

This place is actually really cool. It's immersive, colorful, and way more fun than I expected. You…read morewalk through different rooms with lights, projections, and interactive stuff that makes you think about the planet without feeling like you're being lectured. Overall: worth checking out if you're into interactive experiences or just want to do something different in the city!

Visited Arcadia Earth recently and overall had a good experience!…read more The space is beautifully designed with lots of immersive, photo-worthy rooms and a strong focus on environmental awareness. I love how they combine art + technology to teach about climate change in a way that's easy for kids to understand. The VR feature and interactive elements were fun, and it's definitely a great place for families or anyone looking for something different to do in Toronto. That said, for the price (~$39), it may feel a bit short for some people, and it's more of a "go once" type of experience. Still, I appreciate the message behind it and think it's worth checking out at least once--especially with kids!

This exhibit is now version 2 for 2025. I didn't go to the original, but this version was really…read morenice and fun. It was a bit overpriced, but the movie, videos and effects were very immersive and a lot of fun. I enjoyed how they tried to tell a story through video - it was art in and of itself. Customer service was also friendly, informative and helpful. Worth a trip!

I was able to visit the Van Gogh Exhibit twice. They got 3/5 for hospitality/customer-service, but…read moreif not for that, the exhibit itself would be 2/5. The first time I went was as a Drive Through Experience during the Spring of 2021. Unfortunately the experience was very lackluster. You go through all the trouble of booking a time slot, and when you arrive, not only is there no space to enter, but there is no free parking as you have to wait for the cars ahead of you to go through. Its basically a drive through, but they should have accounted for having X number of cars during time period Y. When we finally started driving through, there was no real explanation of the exhibits or paintings, just a projected screen, and when we wanted to stop to take photos, we were told we had to keep moving. I'd previously made a review explaining this, however the manager (or someone in charge) contacted our group and offered to give complimentary tickets for the summer as they were back to in-person. Thats the only reason for the 3/5. As for the in person, yes there was social distancing circles, but they didn't do much as everyone freely moved around the whole time without staff intervening. Again, no real explanation for the photos as they were projected, just projected images accompanied by music. If the exhibit wasn't titled Van Gogh, you might not even know it was his paintings being projected.

The premier museum in Canada for art from the Group of Seven and associated artists. Tucked in a…read morebeautiful forested area by the Humber River Valley. Great place to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon. The grounds are huge - went to the museum first. Well organized - all the exhibits are in a linear circuit with the Group of Seven landscape paintings near the beginning - grouped by painting location. Lots of native art - especially on the second floor. Make time to walk around the grounds whether it's a short hike to the cemetery and sculpture garden or a more extensive jaunt around the Humber River behind the museum. Parking is current seven dollars. Every third Sunday is free. This museum will Be shutting down for 2-3 years for renovation later this year...

I love this museum! Amazing selection of oil paintings and historic art pieces with focus on…read moreindigenous life. Place is clean and well maintained. Staff are amazing and friendly. Outdoors is great for hiking as well. Great for all ages. A must visit.

Fun spot for what it is. If doing Ripley's get the bundle deal which includes this and the…read morewaxworks around the corner. Solid value. Selfie sticks/stands are included and plenty to use. The various scenes are all well done and fun for insta pics. Another spot you could spend as long as you want or walk through in 10 minutes.

I didn't have much interest in this place, but when I was buying tickets for the various…read moreattractions for my trip, they have a '3-pack' special for this, Ripleys, and the Toussard wax museum. The 2nd two, I had interest in and wanted to do, and it was cheaper to do the 3 pack than buy the other 2 seperate. So, while I didn't have any interest, as long as I had paid for it, I figured I'd at least pass through. Spent like 5 minutes, its just not my kind of place. Influencer types and the teenagers will probably love it, though. For what it was, I had a good time.

Great museum with hidden gems! Nicely displayed of various…read moretypes of art collections. Worth the visit!

I love their programs at this museum. Artist talks are fun, relaxing and informative. It's an…read moreinteractive experience where you can learn and talk about art in a beautiful environment. Most exhibits have an opening reception where many times you can meet the artist and hear about their process. There are a few different galleries with changing exhibits. One is a very large space which is sometimes used for lectures and presentations. The museum is free. Easy access from the 190 but parking is limited. The volunteers and staff are helpful and knowledgeable. The exhibits are varied in styles. Right now there's one on tattoo artists and one on fairy tales and Greek mythology. I keep going back so I don't miss anything in this ever changing space.

This is a strange place--but in a very good way. The elegant neo-classical facade of the original…read moreclub is backed by a somewhat ghastly modern condo-tower. There are two desks in the lobby, one for the condos and one for the club (which occupies the first six floors of the tower). The club has a private elevator. The Institute guest rooms are huge, well-appointed, comfortable, and very reasonable in price for Toronto (even for a reciprocal like me--even cheaper for members). But best of all, even when the club is not serving food and drink (it was not when I stayed there on a Sunday, so I cannot speak to that aspect) guests have the run of the public rooms (some of them, alas, given over to catering: but that's club life these days) which are half museum and half club, including the magnificent library which may be the handsomest room in Canada. I spent an hour communing with Richthofen's fighter-plane seat, in a vitrine in one of the bars. And when club services are not offered, the club is profoundly silent: a joy in the chaotic stew of today's Toronto. I would go back just for that. Two things to remember: Food and drink (and indeed other people, other than the 24/7 concierge) are only available Wednesday-Saturday. But one of the densest collections of restaurants in the world surrounds the club. Despite the preserved facade, this is a modern building, and despite the Institute's attempt to make it as old-dark-wood, swords-and- pistols-on-the-walls, London military-clubby as possible, it feels like one. If you want old-world pomposity in your interiors, stay at the National Club.

The club was founded in 1890…read more The club is first class, in a brand new building.  The old club was falling down structurally and the members decided to take a chance years ago and allowed a large condo building to be erected and the club would get 6 floors in the building and the ability to purchase condos in the building above the club first before it was offered to others. It has all worked out very well and the club is thriving.  The wait staff was taken care of while we were closed and most were able to return to us afterward assuming they wanted to. The club has both men and women members and though the members originally consisted of officers of the Toronto Garrison; there is no longer any military requirement-though there is a very strong military presence in the club. There are many bedrooms, a fitness facility, dining rooms, bar, etc , a military museum and library.  To my knowledge- it is the largest private military library in North America. The RCMI has an extensive reciprocal list of maybe 250 of the top clubs in the world. The club is located on University Avenue and next door to the University Club of Toronto. Eaton Center is extensive shopping mall complex that is a couple of blocks away.

We went and saw this exhibition which just opened in Toronto on June 16, 2023…read more It's a fantastic exhibit and if you're a Pink Floyd fan, a must see. Wonderfully done with over 350 pieces of memorabilia including musical instruments, music, clothing, personal effects, concept docs and art work from their stage shows. The exhibit is curated by a "smart" headset which you wear around your neck. It automatically detects what you are looking at and plays the proper audio to correspond. A fantastic look at the life and evolution of this wonderful group of artists.

In Buffalo and the entire Western New York region, everyone ought to know Charles E. Burchfield. I…read moream certain that those interested in art have heard of him as well. He's recognized as one of the most distinguished American painters. Charles Rand Penney was a Buffalo native who donated his collection of Western New York Art, including 183 works by Charles E. Burchfield. The Burchfield Penney Art Center is dedicated to works by Burchfield and by regional artists. You'll see those active in the previous and the contemporary century. The Burchfield Penney functions as a gallery and a museum, serving as an institution affiliated with the Buffalo State University. For this reason, many events are related to education and personal development. It is worth checking what is happening and which events align with your individual needs and interests. Either way, it is definitely a place worth visiting. It's New York's first green museum certified by the U.S. Green Building Council's (LEED) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program. It's a two-story open and bright space, pretty great to be honest :). On the second Friday of every month, admission is free. "Be ready for special events, music, workshops, happy hours and more!" It's also free for Burchfield Penney members, Buffalo State University Students, Faculty & Staff, United States and Canada Active Military and their families, United States Military Veterans, ASI Arts Access Pass holders, and children and teens under 18 years old.

A large, bright, two-story museum with several galleries on both floors…read more Unlike many museums which have no art created after 1870? This one will be displaying artwork solicited last year from local artists. Check their website for listings of rotating exhibits and openings.hh

I loved my visit to the ROM. I didn't get to see all of it, but what I did see was impressive…read more Starting with the dinosaur skeletons and then on to the antiquities, it was really enjoyable. We had a 4 year old with us so we spent a lot of time on the 2nd floor with the bees and the bats and the animals, but I enjoyed it just as much. The play area they have set up for the kids is brilliant, it engages the kids while also getting them involved in 'art' and 'design'. We made a bee out of pipe cleaners and then played in the garden area. I plan on coming back to Toronto next year and I want to come back to see what I missed.

Toronto Review 7/Many: I went to the Royal Ontario Museum as the first of many museums/exhibitions…read morewe did in the city. Apparently, tickets are cheaper if you book them online, but they were reasonable enough, with the typical discounts for seniors or kids. We added both the special exhibits, and for those interested, I would recommend one (Psychedelics) but not the other (Bees.) The first floor included the first special exhibit, "Bees: A Story of Survival," which was a collaboration/moving exhibition by the National Museums Liverpool along with Wolfgang Buttress. The exhibit covered bees in many ways, including their habits, conservation, and other topics. This was all presented in a series of corridors with many touch screens, though one of them wasn't working right. The rooms overall were pretty dark, with the whole exhibit being pretty abstract, including hives large enough for us to walk through, among other things. In the background, there was a mix of classical music and the sound of bees, but I couldn't really hear the bees, which might be a good thing, honestly. Overall, it was a bit of a letdown as it was just a bit too abstract for my liking, which was a bit of a buzzkill. Soon after, we beelined (okay, I'll stop) to the other exhibit, which was on the 4th floor. The other, much better exhibit, was "Psychedelics: Art, Culture. Science." It was a bit hard to find, as it was through an extra door which probably needs a label, but once inside, it was excellent. It was quite large and included various methods cultures have used to consume said substances, some music and other things created by said cultures, and many paintings/albums inspired by psychedelics. The exhibit also included a video portraying a "trip," which was unique and quite loud. It also ended with a nice artwork by Brian Blomerth (or should I say blometh for this exhibit/I kid,) who also has a rather trippy homepage. Outside of the two special exhibits, we went through a variety of things before getting hungry. Another exhibit I enjoyed was "Shokkan: Material Encounters in Japanese Art," which included some touchable objects and some good details and facts that I wasn't personally aware of. There was also a room that went over the various fauna and flora of Crawford Lake, and otherwise we checked out some general things. The other exhibits included suits of armor/weapons, a good mixture of dinosaurs, a more general Asian gallery (which unfortunately had a lot of background noise as they were working on another room, so we left,) and a small exhibit on Judaica. A particular highlight of the rest was a section going over various periods of European history, ranging from Baroque to Renaissance to semi-modern styles, including examples of rooms, architecture, music, and other things. While not my favorite thing we did on the trip, this was an excellent museum overall. I can see why it's so popular, and I would go back to see other exhibits so I could see the rest of the museum.