Stratford City Hall
Stratford City Hall
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8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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Explorer_IM
Cambridge, Canada500 contributions
Jan 2022
We visited during Christmas season this January to see the illuminated Stratford. It was fun to enjoy the different illuminations and the square around the City Hall. The City Hall building is pretty and becomes more pretty once it is illuminated.
Written October 11, 2022
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Brad J
Toronto, Canada265 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
Situated in the main downtown core of Stratford downtown it is charming historic building with a very beautiful but unique architecture.
We were unable to take a tour of the city hall, but right opposite to it on Downie street there is a well maintained tourism center, the girl there was very helpful and adviced a self exploratory landmark tour of downtown. The map provided was very easy to follow and well marked. The tour was about a hour long and we were able to see all the important landmarks. Most attractive were the stone bridge on Avon river and the court house building. When taking a tour do not forget to look up at the buildings as the top of the buildings have still the same old architecture.
In all we spent a great day in this beautiful historic town in Ontario.
Just a tip that most of the parking in the downtown are paid but just a 10 minutes walk from the city hall there are two free municipal lots on St. Patrick street.
We were unable to take a tour of the city hall, but right opposite to it on Downie street there is a well maintained tourism center, the girl there was very helpful and adviced a self exploratory landmark tour of downtown. The map provided was very easy to follow and well marked. The tour was about a hour long and we were able to see all the important landmarks. Most attractive were the stone bridge on Avon river and the court house building. When taking a tour do not forget to look up at the buildings as the top of the buildings have still the same old architecture.
In all we spent a great day in this beautiful historic town in Ontario.
Just a tip that most of the parking in the downtown are paid but just a 10 minutes walk from the city hall there are two free municipal lots on St. Patrick street.
Written June 14, 2015
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rcdickson
Hamilton, Canada170 contributions
Sep 2013 • Couples
A beautifully maintained building which can be booked for a wedding. The civil ceremony is conducted with respect in the elaborate well-maintained council chambers.
Written October 3, 2013
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kevinhB7173LQ
St. Catharines, Canada98 contributions
Aug 2020
It is a lovely city centre area to stroll about , have a drink at an outdoor table and shop if that's your thing.
Written August 13, 2020
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Maurene_K
Dover, NH10,220 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
Visiting Canadian friends in the Hamilton area for a week with some of my friends from home, we spent an afternoon and evening in the City of Stratford.
Soon after parking all the vehicles on Wellington Street, we began a walking tour of the historic district. Our first stop was at the corner at Stratford City Hall, a National Historic Site of Canada. It is located in the triangular Stratford Market Square. The famous Avon Theatre was under two blocks away.
The present building was built in 1900 in a number of architectural styles. It is composed of red brick with sandstone trim. The main parts of the building are in the Jacobean-Queen Anne Revival style. The gables are in the Flemish Renaissance style. The center of the building is a hexagonal shape. The clock tower is a circular. The cupola is in a conventional, classic style.
There is a seal on either side of the entrance. One is of a beehive to represent business enterprise; the other is of a train to symbolize industry.
We thought that all the styles blended well and made a very attractive building that resembled an ornate castle.
We rate Stratford City Hall at 5.0 and recommend stopping by to admire it as an example of turn-of-the century architecture.
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Soon after parking all the vehicles on Wellington Street, we began a walking tour of the historic district. Our first stop was at the corner at Stratford City Hall, a National Historic Site of Canada. It is located in the triangular Stratford Market Square. The famous Avon Theatre was under two blocks away.
The present building was built in 1900 in a number of architectural styles. It is composed of red brick with sandstone trim. The main parts of the building are in the Jacobean-Queen Anne Revival style. The gables are in the Flemish Renaissance style. The center of the building is a hexagonal shape. The clock tower is a circular. The cupola is in a conventional, classic style.
There is a seal on either side of the entrance. One is of a beehive to represent business enterprise; the other is of a train to symbolize industry.
We thought that all the styles blended well and made a very attractive building that resembled an ornate castle.
We rate Stratford City Hall at 5.0 and recommend stopping by to admire it as an example of turn-of-the century architecture.
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Written February 5, 2019
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Hodihodi1
Toronto, Canada62 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
Make sure to walk up the steps and check out the interior of this historic 1897 building. The lobby has some historical photos and literature but its best just to take a moment to take it all in.
Written November 29, 2018
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clf51
Waterloo, Canada253 contributions
Jun 2015 • Friends
The city hall is in the centre of town. It stands out in it's surroundings and I must say, you are in awe when you see it.
Written June 5, 2015
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demillion1961
Oliver, Canada40 contributions
Apr 2015 • Solo
As a long term city resident,i have spent literally years in and around our city hall. It is a beautiful, solid old building. It exudes character both inside and out. As the focal point of the downtown core, it is must see for any Stratford visitor.
Written April 21, 2015
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101seeker
Stratford, Canada9 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
the old world charm set in the middle of a modern city. the people the building the atmosphere a real gem of a place, a must see if you come to this city
Written September 12, 2014
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Ashton32
Shrewsbury, UK58 contributions
Jan 2014 • Solo
I went January 2012. The snow was present and was cold but the presence of this beautiful building sitting majestically on the street corner dominates the street and is a great distraction to the weather. Would recommend a visit.
Written May 1, 2014
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Stratford City Hall - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Stratford City Hall
- Stratford City Hall is open:
- Mon - Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Hotels near Stratford City Hall:
- (0.09 mi) The Stratford Hotel
- (0.10 mi) The Parlour Inn
- (0.10 mi) Foster's Inn
- (0.10 mi) Bentley's Inn
- (0.13 mi) Edison's Inn
- Restaurants near Stratford City Hall:
- (0.01 mi) Sirkel Foods
- (0.03 mi) FISH TIME Fish&Chips
- (0.03 mi) Revel Caffe
- (0.04 mi) Mone Thai
- (0.04 mi) The Hub