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Old City Hall

4.0 of 5 stars 161 Reviews
#61 of 472 things to do in Toronto
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Address: 60 Queen St W, Toronto, Ontario M5H 2M3, Canada
Phone Number: 416 338 0338
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Castle-like building, built in 1899 in the Romanesque Revival style,...

Castle-like building, built in 1899 in the Romanesque Revival style, features a clock tower, "Friends of Old City Hall" exhibit and a War Memorial.

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“An old gem in a new city”

We stumbled upon the Old City Hall during our tour of Toronto and was really taken a back by it. In a city which is full of shiny skyscrapers and lots of things which are new... read more

4 of 5 starsReviewed August 7, 2016
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Sydney, Australia
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“Toronto signs for picture”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

This is a little interesting spot to take a couple of photos with theTORONTO letters. With the old city hall on the side as well . You may want to grab a hot dog close by if you are hungry or need a snack. I did one, was quite nice. There are not many stops that coaches can stop in... More 

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Ontario, Canada
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common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 50 helpful votes
“Historical landmark”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 weeks ago

This is a busy place when I visited during day time, so I went to check it out during night time. the TORONTO letters would change colours and it was entertaining. People flock here for picture-taking. The fountain and arcs add beauty and flavour to the TORONTO landmark. When you visit, just walk from your hotel, do not drive, parking... More 

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“Cool TORONTO Sign”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 weeks ago

The city put up a new TORONTO sign a couple years ago that seems to be the main attraction. Good for photo opportunities. Close to the Eaton Centre.

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Toronto, Canada
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“Historic and Functional”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Old City Hall is actually one of the busiest criminal courts in Canada. The architecture here is exquisite. Inside there are sweeping high ceiling and some of the finest Canadian artwork you will see. It is a very busy place in the morning so it is best to visit at noon or thereafter. You have to pass through airport-like security... More 

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Nashua, New Hampshire
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common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 29 helpful votes
“TORONTO LETTERS”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Went by old downtown city hall to check out the big TORONTO letters. Nearby; walking distance is the CF Toronto shopping Center (3 level mall) and restaurants.

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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“An old gem in a new city”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 7, 2016 via mobile

We stumbled upon the Old City Hall during our tour of Toronto and was really taken a back by it. In a city which is full of shiny skyscrapers and lots of things which are new modern in their style, to find something which was more historical was a great treat. It helps shows the origins of this enormous city... More 

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Bremen, Germany
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“Interesting city hall”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 30, 2016

The old city hall is located right next to the new one, which makes a nice contrast since the old city hall was based on former architecture. The building itself looks nice from far, but when taking a look closer one can notice that there is a great mixture of designs on it.

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“A site to relax and eat”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed July 15, 2016 via mobile

This is one large space for kids to run around and of course explore the giant Toronto letters. It is the place to enjoy a lunch in the summer or a great ice skating at night in the winter. It is to bad the City Hall is not as clean and well kept but with time this is one plaza... More 

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“Picture-worthy”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 6, 2016

Grand European-style building with beautiful architecture. Perhaps the best view of the building is from Nathan Phillips Square across the street.

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“Overlooked gem.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 28, 2016

No one told us to visit this building. It was not on the Hop On Hop Off city tour, or event ironed mentioned as being down the street from Eaton Place, when we passed that shopping mall. It was, however, a very impressive old build that sits next to Nathan Phillips Square and the new city hall building. It impressive,... More 

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