Tours – TSA

Architecture Tours

Learn the stories behind the buildings, landscapes and art that make Toronto a one of a kind city!

Walking Tours

Welcome to our vibrant city! Join us for fun and informative walks as we share some of the many captivating stories behind Toronto’s buildings and landscapes through our TSA walking tours. From well-known landmarks to hidden treasures, our volunteer TSA tour guides will share tales that will help you uncover the untold stories of our city’s built environment. Tours are available every weekend in the summer and early fall with 9 unique themes to choose from.

See More >

Upcoming / Recent

Jun 3, 2023
Walking Tour: Towers

Look up! Waaaay Up! And join us for a walk as we explore the history of Toronto’s skyscrapers!!

Read More >
Jun 3, 2023
Walking Tour: Church and Wellesley Village

Join us and explore the evolution of Toronto’s queer spaces and the many stories behind the Village’s built environment and the forces that shaped it.

Read More >
Jun 4, 2023
Walking Tour: Art and The Grange

Take a stroll with us through Grange Park and discover the hidden gems and bold contemporary buildings that sit at the lively epicentre of Toronto’s art scene.

Read More >
Jun 4, 2023
Walking Tour: St. Lawrence

Engage with the revitalization of the historic St. Lawrence District and discover how modern and contemporary architecture can preserve and highlight our past.

Read More >
Jun 10, 2023
Walking Tour: Towers

Look up! Waaaay Up! And join us for a walk as we explore the history of Toronto’s skyscrapers!!

Read More >
Jun 11, 2023
Walking Tour: Harbourfront

Join us and roam the quays, slips and docks of Harbourfront while uncovering the stories of this innovative multi-decade waterfront revitalization.

Read More >

Building Tours

Experience our city’s newest buildings, and even some still under construction, with TSA Building Tours! Led by the people behind the design—including architects, owners, engineers, and other experts—these tours provide an unprecedented glimpse into the design and construction process. Tours are held throughout the summer and are announced as they are confirmed.

See More >

Upcoming / Recent

Jul 7, 2022
Building Tour: University College Revitalization

An inside look at the recently completed, award-winning revitalization of UofT’s historic University College!

Read More >
Jul 21, 2022
Building Tour: The Port Lands

Join us for our biggest tour yet, as we get an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek to a once-in-a-lifetime transformation of Toronto’s Port Lands!

Read More >
Aug 24, 2022
Building Tour: Centre for Aerospace and Aviation

An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the recently completed Centennial College’s Downsview Campus Centre for Aerospace and Aviation.

Read More >

On-demand Tours

Whether it is a walk through Scarborough’s Guild Park and Gardens or a sneak peek into an architect’s home, our new on-demand offerings let you explore the GTA’s architecture on your own schedule. Offered in a variety of formats, from videos to Instagram stories to downloadable PDFs, there is always something new to discover in this growing tours library.

See More >

Upcoming / Recent

Jul 21, 2020
Virtual Tour: Humber Bay Shores

Put on your walking shoes and learn all about the ecology, geography, and design of this beautiful waterfront landscape.

Read More >
Aug 18, 2020
Virtual Tour: Ontario Place

From world-famous pods and cinesphere to engraved moccasins, learn the stories behind this iconic waterfront destination.

Read More >

Private and School Group Tours

Whether it is a private off-schedule tour, an office social, or a school field trip, we are always happy to lead TSA Walking Tours outside of our regular tour schedule. Please click the button below to fill out our Private Tour Request Form, and we will get in touch with you.

Did you know the TSA offers free tours for all school groups, including middle school, high school, colleges, and universities? Our tours are a great way to get out of the classroom and learn through experiencing our city’s buildings and landscapes in-person!

Private Tours Form

Aknowledgements

Our walking tours program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Ontario Association of Architects.

Ontario Association of Architects