LOCATION RESOURCE

We've listed here the best locations we know! They are grouped according to the following categories: MODERN CITY/MUSEUM, CLASSIC TORONTO, RUSTIC/INDUSTRIAL, OLD/NEW ARCHITECTURAL + GROUNDS, NATURE/COUNTRY, BEACH, VINEYARD, INDOORS, OTHER LOCATIONS / IDEAS.

This information has been put together based on our experience + research we have done. Availability of locations is subject to change, and have the right to change their permit information at anytime. Please call to confirm.

MODERN CITY / MUSEUM

AGO

Contemporary space with raw woods, curvy staircase, open window light *Permit required

THE ROM

Modern Geometric facade in black and white. Close to Philosophers Walk (UofT) and Yorkville

AGA KHAN MUSEUM

Modern white architecture, shallow black pool. Modern landscaping. Cherry blossoms in spring.

TIFF BELL LIGHTBOX

Modern space with large windows, downtown feel. Malaparte restaurant with large outdoor patio with staircase/landings and city views.

TORONTO CITY HALL

open public space with skating rink/shallow pool and large TORONTO sign. Is typically filled with people, but that can lend to interesting photos regardless.

RYERSON STUDENT CENTRE

Contemporary exterior with large concrete stairs. Open foyer with wooden platforms + staircase. Interesting geometric ceiling.

GARDINER MUSEUM

Mid century modern exterior with concrete slab staircase, lots of greenery and downtown feel. Close to Yorkville and ROM. Open space interior available with wood floors and lots of window light.

YORKVILLE

3-5 city blocks square. Low vehicle traffic and lots of little laneways lined with designer shops, restaurants, quaint/classic + modern facades and architecture mixed all within walking distance.

THOMPSON HOTEL

Rooftop patio with pool + views. Indoor lounge with black and white Toronto city mural. Outdoor courtyard on ground floor with shallow water pool, contemporary greenery and white grid style modern architectural feature.

COMMERCE COURT + FINANCIAL DISTRICT

Right in the middle of the financial district. Tall buildings with some old and new architecture, grassy courtyards, large scale fountains, large scale outdoor sculpture.

CLASSIC TORONTO

LIBERTY GRAND

Classic architecture, trees, vines on building. Close to bandshell.

EXHIBITION GROUNDS

Bandshell, modern living centre white wall, nature, near liberty grand and lake.

THE ESPLANADE

Parisian inspired walkway with arches and black hanging lights

UNION STATION

Opulent train station with fascinating old architecture, both inside and out.   *Permit required - indoor shooting allowed

OSGOODE HALL

Historic 1800’s building with colourful manicured gardens, ornate iron fences, and cobblestone pathways. *No permit required

ST LAWRENCE MARKET AREA

Brick building, city landmark, Toronto streets, historic stone building. NO PERMIT REQUIRED TO SHOOT IN THE SURROUNDING AREA.

U OF T - TRINITY COLLEGE

Classic U of T architecture with large courtyard featuring large scale grass/concrete design element. *PERMIT REQUIRED

U OF T - HART HOUSE

Beautiful courtyard, grounds and Gothic style architecture *PERMIT REQUIRED

U OF T - KNOX COLLEGE

Gothic style architecture, courtyard, outdoor corridors. *PERMIT REQUIRED

RUSTIC / INDUSTRIAL

DISTILLERY DISTRICT

Historic distillery built in 1832, cobblestone streets, narrow alleyways, old brick buildings *Permit required. Very busy in summer.

WYCHWOOD BARNS

Heritage structure, industrial architecture *Permit required for indoor shooting

LIBERTY VILLAGE

Rug graffiti wall, near west elm, architectural

EVERGREEN BRICKWORKS

Has natural elements: field, trees, pond, wooden pier over pond, as well as contemporary and urban style brick buildings with lots of character and interest. A very good overall spot with varying style. *Permit required, except conservation area

OLD/NEW architectural + grounds

CASA LOMA

Historic castle with arches, park, gardens with fountains, trees, pathways *Permit required

PALETTA MANSION

Beautiful mansion, on a treed and forested estate. Located on Lake Ontario with a rock beach.

SPADINA HOUSE MUSEUM

Victorian mansion surrounded by a restored, seasonal garden. *Permit required

DUNDURN CASTLE

Gorgeous natural elements, treelined path, stone arch, classic architecture, castle with plain stone walls and large windows. *Permit required for 10+ people

GRAYDON HALL MANOR

Gorgeous Manor with fountain, grounds, courtyard, beautiful facade + beautiful updated interior spaces. bridal suite + grand staircase. *Permit required

ST JAMES + KING ST

19th century cathedral, park, walkways, garden. King St. historic buildings and walkways. *permit required for St. James Gardens

LAKESIDE PARK / ERCHLESS

Historic house, gardens, paths, lakefront. *Permit required for wedding photos

Alexander Muir Gardens

Formal gardens, walking paths, decorative gate, stone wall + balcony. *Permit req.

GUILD PARK

Historic struture with columns and arches. Trees, gardens + gates. *Permit Req

MCMASTER UNIVERSITY

Gorgeous natural elements and gothic revival architecture. *Permit required

BATTLEFIELD HOUSE MUSEUM

Castle tower, early 19th century house, parkland, pathways

ADAMSON ESTATE

Historic buildings, pathways, lakefront *Permit required

Harris Mill Ruins

At Rockwood Conservation. Stone structure ruins, forest

APPLEBY COLLEGE

On the lake in oakville, rock beach, pretty chapel, trees, forest.

Mount Mary Retreat Centre

Beautiful white mansion, sprawling frounds. Pine tree grove and walkway.

THE GRAND VICTORIAN

White victorian manor with large covered porch, green shuttered windows. Not a vineyard.

Whitehern Historic House and Garden

Historic home, garden, iron gate. *Permit required for 10+ people

NATURE / COUNTRY

SCARBOROUGH BLUFFS

Rock cliff and sandy beach, tall grasses overlooking lake.

SCOTSDALE FARM

Fields, treelined path, white buildings, barn, old wooden fences

RATTLESNAKE POINT

Cliffs, escarpment, ancient cedar trees, trails. *Entrance fees required.

HIGH PARK

Cherry blossoms in early Spring, lake, zoo, forest, classic park. *Wedding photos not allowed  *Very busy in spring.

COUNTRY HERITAGE PARK

Farm setting with lots of natural spaces. Lots of rustic buildings, fields, trees, wildflowers, apple trees etc. *Entrance fee

TERRE BLEU

Lavender fields, wood barn structure, horses *Permit required  *Lavender blooms in Summer. Suggest as 2nd location

HUMBER BAY PARK EAST

Waterfront, Toronto skyline view, walking paths, nature.

KARIYA PARK

Japanese inspired park, boardwalk, ponds, cherry blossoms in early Spring.

KELSO CONSERVATION

Trails, escarpment, water, boardwalk. *Entrance fee required

ROTARY PARK

Grassy park, treelined pathways, waterfront, sandy beach, long bridge, marsh

CRAWFORD LAKE

Lake, trails, forest, boardwalk, reconstructed 15th century Iroquoian village. *Entrance fee

ELORA GORGE AND QUARRY

The Grand River, riverside trails, limestone quarry encircled by sheer cliffs, park *Entrance Fee

NIAGARA BOTANICAL GARDENS

beautiful gardens with tree archway, manicured gardens, willow trees, hedges, historic house

DECEW FALLS

22 metre waterfall, restored water-powered mill, trails *Permit required for photos at the mill

KORTRIGHT CONSERVATION

Forested areas, open grass, paths and trails. *Entrance fees required. Permit req for wedding photos.

BALLS FALLS CONSERVATION

Waterfall, cliffs, trails, trees. *Entrance fee

ROCKWAY CONSERVATION

Waterfalls, Niagara escarpment, trails, forest

TEWS FALLS

100 metre waterfall (best in early Spring), escarpment

KERNCLIFF PARK

Natural stone backdrop, wooden bridge through marsh + trails. *Permit req. for wedding photos.

PUDDICOME FARMS

Farm setting with barn, old train, orchards, winery. *Permit required for wedding photography

TOOGOOD POND PARK

Conservation area with large pond, weeping willows, wooden bridge through marsh and tall reeds.

50 POINT CONSERVATION

Marina, lighthouse, rocky beach, pond

GAGE PARK

Rose garden, green space park, walkways

JACK DARLING PARK

Waterfront, greenspace, trees

ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS

Greenhouse and beautiful outdoor gardens. *Permit required for wedding photography  *Admission fee

WEBSTERS FALLS

Well-known waterfall, cobblestone bridges, escarpment, forest. *busy in the Fall

BEACH / waterfront

WARDS ISLAND

Cute houses and buildings, long, pretty beach, birch trees, walking paths, field/trees, ferry ride, tall beach grasses, wood fences. *Permit req. for wedding photos *Ferry ticket purchase

CENTRE ISLAND

willow trees, grassed fields, lakeside areas, white bridge, ferry ride, Centreville amusement park, Toronto skyline, cherry blossoms in early Spring. *Permit req for wedding photos  *Ferry ticket purchase

SUNNYSIDE PAVILLION

Large white stucco pavilion with archways and gates, beach with driftwood, green treed area, tree lined boardwalks. *Permit required to shoot in building but not outdoors

SUGAR BEACH

White sand beach (no water entry), light beach sand, pink umbrellas, white Muskoka chairs, willow tree.

HAMILTON BEACH

Gorgeous beach with nice sand, lots of tall grass, walking paths, great trees and fantastic golden light

THE BEACHES

Actual beaches and boardwalk, back alley driveway and garage doors, cherry beach and ash bridges bay

LONG POINT BEACH

Long white sand beaches along Lake Erie. Tall beach grasses and fences, large driftwood and quaint cottages on the beach.

QUEENS ROYAL PARK BEACH

Small rocky beach with driftwood and large trees. Near a park and vineyards.

SUNSET BEACH

Pretty beach with sunset behind the water, lots of trees.

vineyard

Kurtz Orchard/Gracewood

Fruit + wine vineyard, Gracewood Estate with fountain, lots of willow trees, little river *Permit Req

30 BENCH WINERY

Winery with rows of grape vines, rustic wooden main building and tasting area. Small but quaint.

HONSBURGER ESTATE

Large blossoming trees in spring, rustic/stone and wood reception inside, wooden fences.

VINELAND ESTATES

Stone chapel, stone walls, vineyard, rustic, elegant, beautiful.

SMALL TALK VINEYARDS

Bright coloured elements, bright wagon ride, rustic peeling wall.

RIVERBEND INN & VINEYARD

Column plantation style building on large estate with vineyards.

JACKSON TRIGGS

Amphitheatre, winery, modern building.

STRATUS VINEYARD

winery, modern building.

PELLER ESTATES

Large winery, restaurant, vineyards etc.

TRIUS WINERY

Vineyard, restaurant etc.

SOUTHBROOK VINEYARDS

Modern, architectural building with classic vineyard.

OTHER LOCATIONS

QUEEN WEST AREA

Vibrant Queen West area with passing street cars, trinity bellwoods park gates, Gladstone and drake hotels, restaurants, shops, CAMH stone wall, art galleries etc.

CELEBRATION SQ./LIVING ARTS/SHERIDAN

Within 3-4 blocks are these 3 large buildings with modern architecture, large wading pools with water features, columned walkways, green spaces and gardens, black and white modern exteriors, accents of wood, metal and glass.

COTTON FACTORY

Converted factory space. Rustic interior with wood floors and roof, white walls and loads of window light. Brick industrial exterior with loading dock, black accented doors and windows, interesting alcoves and details.

INDOORS

THOMPSON HOTEL

Rooftop patio with pool and city views. Indoor lounge. Outdoor courtyard on ground floor with shallow water pool, contemporary greenery and white grid style modern architectural feature.

EVERGREEN BRICKWORKS

Has natural elements: field, trees, pond, as well as contemporary and urban style brick buildings with lots of character and interest. A very good overall spot with varying style. *Permit required

GARDINER MUSEUM

The Terrace Room is a minimalist space with floor-to-ceiling windows. The lobby has white walls, an expansive black-glass countertop, and limestone floors. *Permit required

FOUR SEASONS CENTRE

Contemporary space with lots of textural design of wood/metal and glass. Loads of window light. Floating stairs. Built around a historical Toronto building in brick.

AGO

Contemporary space with raw woods, curvy staircase, open window light *Permit required

WYCHWOOD BARNS

Heritage structure, industrial architecture. *Permit required for indoor shooting

BROOKFIELD PLACE

Unique architecture that lets in loads of natural light.