Philosopher's Walk, Toronto

Name: Philosopher's Walk
Address: Toronto, Canada

#63 among attractions in Toronto

Hiking, Park, Quad, Hiking trail

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Philosopher's Walk is a scenic footpath located in the St George campus of the University of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario. It runs in the north–south direction along the ravine landscape created by Taddle Creek, once a natural waterway that was buried during the Industrial Age and is now flowing underground. The path is bounded by several Toronto landmarks, including the Royal Ontario Museum, the Royal Conservatory of Music, Trinity College, the University of Toronto Faculty of Music, and the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. ()

Elevation: 358 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°40'1"N, 79°23'43"W

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Downtown Toronto (University of Toronto)Toronto Canada

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Philosopher's Walk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Ontario Museum, Mink Mile, Yorkville Village, Bata Shoe Museum.

~440 ftN
Huge range of culture and nature exhibits
Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto
3 min walk • The Royal Ontario Museum, often referred to as the ROM, is a premier cultural and historical beacon in the heart of Toronto, Canada. This illustrious institution is not only the largest museum in the country but also ranks among the top museums in the world dedicated...
~1620 ftNE
Shopping district, Shopping
Mink Mile, Toronto
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Toronto, Canada, the Mink Mile is an iconic shopping district that boasts a reputation as one of North America's most luxurious stretches of retail. This prestigious boulevard, situated along Bloor Street between Yonge Street and Avenue Road, is...
~1510 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Gym
Yorkville Village, Toronto
8 min walk • Yorkville Village is a shopping mall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is located in the Yorkville neighbourhood, along Avenue Road, north of Bloor Street. Prior to its redevelopment which concluded on January 25, 2016, it was known as Hazelton Lanes.
~1300 ftW
Footwear exhibits and the history of shoes
Bata Shoe Museum, Toronto
7 min walk • The Bata Shoe Museum is a museum of footwear and calceology in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The museum's building is situated near the northwest of the University of Toronto's St. George campus, in downtown Toronto.
~830 ftN
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Church of the Redeemer, Toronto
5 min walk • The Church of the Redeemer is an Anglican church in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The small church is prominently located at the intersection of Bloor Street and Avenue Road, near the Royal Ontario Museum.
~690 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Cafe
Gardiner Museum, Toronto
4 min walk • The George R. Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art is a ceramics museum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The museum is situated within University of Toronto's St. George campus, in downtown Toronto. The 4,299.2-square-metre museum building was designed by Keith Wagland, with further expansions and renovations done by KPMB Architects.
~1220 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Gothic Revival architecture
Hart House, Toronto
6 min walk • Hart House is a student activity centre at the University of Toronto. Established in 1919, it is one of the earliest North American student centres, being the location of student debates and conferences since its construction.
~1150 ftSE
Memorial, Park, National park
Queen's Park, Toronto
6 min walk • Queen's Park is an urban park in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Opened in 1860 by Edward, Prince of Wales, it was named in honour of Queen Victoria. The park is the site of the Ontario Legislative Building, which houses the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.
~1240 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture, Tower
Soldiers' Tower, Toronto
6 min walk • Soldiers' Tower is a bell and clock tower at the University of Toronto that commemorates members of the university who served in the World Wars.
~1110 ftSW
Universities and schools
Massey College, Toronto
6 min walk • Massey College is a graduate residential college at the University of Toronto that was established, built and partially endowed in 1962 by the Massey Foundation and officially opened in 1963, though women were not admitted until 1974.
~280 ftNE
Museum
Institute for Contemporary Culture, Toronto
2 min walk • The Institute for Contemporary Culture is located in the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and serves as the ROM’s window on contemporary society.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Philosopher's Walk?

Nearby attractions include Institute for Contemporary Culture, Toronto (2 min walk), Trinity College, Toronto (2 min walk), Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto (3 min walk), Gardiner Museum, Toronto (4 min walk).

How to get to Philosopher's Walk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Philosopher's Walk:

Metro

Museum • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
St. George • Lines: 1, 2 (6 min walk)

Bus

Hoskin Avenue • Lines: 94A (3 min walk)
Tower Road • Lines: 94A (5 min walk)

Tram

Sussex Avenue • Lines: 510A, 510B, 510C (11 min walk)
Spadina Station • Lines: 510A, 510B, 510C (11 min walk)