Really only went to say that I did, with a name like this! (And the reputation of Bata for soling the world.... But what a treat. Sure enough, as billed, it's in a modernistic shoe shaped building, a couple blocks walk from ROC. . If you have any interest in cultural anthropology, sociology, gender studies, fashion, textiles, jewelry, comparative cultures,... more

I went to this with my sweetie, and two female cousins. All I can say to guys is RUN, RUN, RUN FAR, RUN FAST. [--] - what a bore-athon. Women - you'll probably like it but it has nothing freaking redeeming about it for guys. Find a T&A bar and meet up later. more

I live in Toronto and have visited the museum a few times. It certainly is something a little different and very interesting ... if you are into footwear. While the history of shoes is excellent, the celebrity shoe section is a lot of fun. If you walk west of museum along Bloor Street you will find yourself nearby the University... more

Museum was smaller than I thought. Displays were fairly interesting but I thought they would have more about fashion, most expensive shoes etc. The museum talks about how shoes evolved in different countries, sports and very few celebrities shoes. It was neat, but it wouldnt be on the top of my list of things to do in Toronto. Over all... more

We live in Toronto, and visited the Bata Shoe Museum for the first time last weekend, with a tot in tow. The tickets cost CDN 12 apiece. The Museum is very informative with many shoes from various parts of the world, and also spanning the ages. However, it is dark (probably because they want the spotlight on shoes). Our toddler... more

Visited this museum on 17th October 08 and had never thought that shoes could be a topic interesting enough for an entire museum. Worth a visit to see the efforts made to collect a few of the most unique footwear from all around the world. Amongst others, I was most impressed by the silver / gilt wedding padukas and Mojaris... more

While you might be thinking to yourself, "A Shoe Museum? What could they possibly show there?", this will hopefully be an eye opener. The museum has a very thorough history of shoes with excellent examples and information along the way. You could spend quite awhile in this portion of the museum as it is quite rich in history. Other exhibits... more

I really had not planned on visiting this museum, but I saw an advertisement for a special exhibit of ballet shoes that hooked me in. In addition to a permanent exhibit on the history of shoes, they have several temporary exhibits. When I visited -- May 2008 -- in addition to the ballet shoes, there was an exibit of Native... more

The best part of this museum was the diversity of shoes on display - from antiquity to the modern day runner it was all there. If anything, it was certainly a memorable experience - just tell anyone that you went to a shoe museum and see the look on their face :) more