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Book this tourPrivate Toronto City Hall Tour
Private 1.5-hour guided visit of Toronto City Hall for your group only, covering the design story of Viljo Revell's building, the Council Chamber when open, and Nathan Phillips Square.
- 1.5 hrs
- Private tour
- From C$2,095 for the group
Illustrative destination photos. Optional extras shown are not included unless listed below.
Duration1.5 hrs
TypePrivate
Group size1-56
PriceC$2,095
Overview
This is a private hour-and-a-half visit to Toronto City Hall, just for your group. We walk through the public areas, including the rotunda and the Hall of Memory, and the Council Chamber if it's open on your date.
Along the way we share the design story: 520 entries from 42 countries, won by Finnish architect Viljo Revell, with the building opening on 13 September 1965. We finish with time on Nathan Phillips Square, home to the TORONTO sign and the Freedom Arches.
Highlights
- Private 1.5-hour visit for your group only
- Rotunda and Hall of Memory
- Council Chamber when it's open
- Viljo Revell's winning design story
- Nathan Phillips Square and the TORONTO sign
- Freedom Arches and winter skating rink
Itinerary
Times and order are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and your group.
- 1StartMeet at Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street West.
- 2SecurityPass through security screening.
- 3Inside City HallTour the public areas and hear the design story, with the Council Chamber if open.
- 4Nathan Phillips SquareSpend time on the square outside.
- 5FinishThe visit ends at the 1.5-hour mark.
Meeting point and pickup
We meet at Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street West, and email you the exact spot. By transit, take TTC Line 1 to Queen or Osgoode station and walk along Queen Street.
What is included
Included
- Private guided visit for your group only
- 1.5 hours at City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square
- The building's design story
- Council Chamber access when open
- Exact meeting details by email
Not included
- Gratuities
- Meals and snacks
- Time beyond 1.5 hours
- Hotel or home pickup
What to bring
- Warm clothing in winter, as part of the visit is outdoors
- Travel light: bags are opened at screening and there is no storage
Questions about this tour
Is entry to City Hall free?
The City lists no ticket for the public areas, and we don't sell City Hall tickets.
Can I see the Council Chamber?
Only if it's open on your date; Council meets about once a month, so a visit isn't guaranteed on meeting days.
Who designed City Hall?
Finnish architect Viljo Revell; construction began on 7 November 1961 and it opened on 13 September 1965.
Did Revell see it finished?
No, he died 10 months before the opening, at age 54.
Is there security?
Yes, expect a walk-through metal detector and a bag inspection.
Is Old City Hall included?
No, it's a separate building.
Is the skating rink included?
No, the rink on the square runs November to March and isn't part of the tour.
How do I book?
Pick your date and number of guests in the booking box and send the request. We check with our local partners and email you within 24 hours to confirm, with a secure payment link. You pay nothing until you approve it.
Cancellation and payment
You can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour date; cancellations made less than 24 hours before are not refunded. You pay only after you approve your quote, by secure online payment. Read the full policies.
Accessibility
The Hagerman/Elizabeth Street entrance is for visitors with limited mobility, with hand-held screening (guard listed Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.). Tell security about mobility aids or medical devices. Lift access to every space is not confirmed; share mobility needs before booking.
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