Architecture Tours

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

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.

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Upcoming / Recent

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.

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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!

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Jul 7, 2022
Building Tour: University College Revitalization

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

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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.

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Aug 22, 2020
Virtual Tour: Central Waterfront, Part 2

Part 2 of our Harbourfront tour continues from Harbourfront Centre all the way to the brand new East Bayfront.

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Aug 22, 2020
Virtual Tour: Central Waterfront, Part 1

Learn the stories behind the landscapes and buildings of Central Waterfront, from Bathurst Quay to the Simcoe Wavedeck.

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Aug 18, 2020
Virtual Tour: Ontario Place

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

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Jul 23, 2020
Home Tour: Our House

Join us on Instagram Live for our next TSA Home Tour as architect Christine Lolley, co-founding Principal of Solares Architecture, gives us a tour of her very own home which she designed in collaboration with her partner architect Tom Knezic for their family.

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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.

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Jun 11, 2020
Home Tour: Bellwoods Lodge

Join us on Instagram Live for our third TSA Home Tour as architect Rick Galezowski, Founding Principal of Great Lake Studio, gives us a tour of his very own Toronto home which he designed in collaboration with his partner architect Maggie Bennedsen for their young, outdoorsy family.

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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!

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Aknowledgements

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

Ontario Association of Architects