Downtown Toronto is bursting at the seams with stunning locations. From Old Town to Dundas Square there are lots of options to chose from. Most of the parks in the city offer photo permits from May to October, other locations on the list are available all year long. Check out some of our favourite Toronto wedding & engagement photography locations.
Osgoode Hall
I visited the indoors of Osgoode hall during the Doors Open Toronto event and as truly beautiful it is, sadly no photos are allowed indoors. The gardens, main facade and beautiful architecture make this a perfect location any time of the year.
Location: University Ave and Queen St W
Permit: Not required
St Lawrence Market
I’ve worked at St Lawrence Market for years and love the old school vibe. Although a permit is needed for indoor photography, there are lots of outdoor appeal in the old town part of Toronto.
Location: Front St and Church St
Permit: Not required
Hart House
Beautiful neo-gothic architecture, gardens and no shortage of arched alleyways make Heart House a stunning outdoor photography location.
Location: University of Toronto Campus
Permit: Required
Union Station
Although this is a busy area of the city, there are opportunities to catch the vastness of architecture and urban vibe during the weekends and early mornings.
Location: Front St & Bay St
Permit: Not required for outdoor photography
The Distillery Historic District
This pedestrian only 19th century block is a perfect cobble stone backdrop for a more rustic feel.
Location: Front St & Parliament St
Permit: Required
James Garden
This park offers many spaces with beautiful bridges, fountains, gazebos and lush foliage.
Location: Edenbridge Dr & Edgehill Rd
Permit: Required – $330.42 per 2 hour. Read more here.
Casa Loma
This one and only Toronto castle is a stunning backdrop with beautifully landscaped gardens and luxurious balconies.
Location: St Clair Ave W & Bathurst St
Permit: Required
Esplanade & Gooderham Building
This stunning street in old town Toronto offers brick buildings and quirky looking facades.
Location: Esplanade & Front St
Permit: Not required for outdoor photography
Alexander Muir Gardens
This park offers beautiful vintage structures and symmetrical staircases. Perfect for those wedding party shots.
Location: Yonge St & Lawrence Ave E
Permit: $119.02 per 2 hrs. Find out more on this page
Old City Hall
This is a perfect location since it offers a contrast bewteen the old and the new. Beautiful arches of the Old City Hall contrast the skyscrapers of Bay street.
Location: Queen St W & Bay St
Permit: Not required for outdoor photography
TD Tower
A perfect representation of Urban life, tall skyscrapers, lots of tunnel like alleys and interesting modern architecture.
Location: Bay St. & Wellington St. W.
Permit: Not required for outdoor photography
One King West Hotel & Residence
A historic gem with rich history as the former branch of Toronto Dominion Bank, One King West offers luxurious architectural designs from turn of the century.
Location: Bay St & King St
Permit: Required – find out more here.
Knox College
Another interesting spot on University of Toronto campus. Knox College offers stunning tunneled archways with beautiful gardens and geometrical designs.
Location: St George St & Russel St
Permit: Required – find out more here.
Art Gallery of Ontario
One of the most stunning modern architectural pieces in the city, AGO offers minimal yet vast backdrops. From the main hallway with the spiral staircase to the clean design of Galeria Italia, AGO is a definite must for the brides looking for a minimalist background
Location: Dundas St W & McCaul St
Permit: Unfortunately, only couples getting married at AGO have the ability to capture photos.
Yorkville Village
The contrast between the structures and new geometrical buildings with abstract designs (ROM) makes this a perfect location for those who are undecided between the historic or modern feel.
Location: Bloor St W & Queens Park
Permit: Not required
Graffitti Alley
If you are looking for a colorful backdrop with an urban twist, it doesn’t get any better than Graffitti Alley. Make sure to take a walk through the entire stretch to pick fave illustrations.
Location: Graffitti Alley & McDougall Lane
Permit: Not required
Allen Gardens
This Conservatory is so rich with lush greens and has a romantic era feel with white framed windows and dome roof.
Location: Graffitti Alley & McDougall Lane
Permit: Not required
Kensington Market
This vibrant are of the city is filled with unique spaces and colorful architecture. This is perfect for those couples looking for a quirky backdrop.
Location: College St & Augusta Ave
Permit: Not required