Roy Thomson Hall, Toronto

Name: Roy Thomson Hall
Address: Toronto, Canada
Telephone: +1 416-593-4822

#118 among attractions in Toronto

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Facts and practical information

Roy Thomson Hall is a concert hall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Located downtown in the city's entertainment district, it is home to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir, and the Toronto Defiant. Opened in 1982, its circular architectural design exhibits a sloping and curvilinear glass exterior. It was designed by Canadian architects Arthur Erickson and Mathers and Haldenby. Itzhak Perlman acted as a special advisor to the architects on accessibility needs for disabled performers and guests. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1982 (42 years ago)Capacity: 2630Coordinates: 43°38'48"N, 79°23'11"W

Address

Downtown Toronto (Entertainment District)Toronto Canada

Contact

+1 416-593-4822

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Day trips

Roy Thomson Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: CN Tower, First Canadian Place, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Design Exchange.

~1510 ftS
Iconic tower with a revolving restaurant
CN Tower, Toronto
8 min walk • The CN Tower, an iconic landmark in Toronto, Canada, stands as a testament to both human ingenuity and the spirit of innovation. Soaring to a height of 553.3 meters, the tower held the title of the world's tallest free-standing structure for 32 years after its...
~1480 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Building
First Canadian Place, Toronto
8 min walk • First Canadian Place stands as a monument to commerce and culture in the heart of Toronto's bustling financial district. This towering skyscraper, reaching an impressive height of 298 meters, is not only a prominent feature of the city's skyline but also a central hub...
~1500 ftS
Aquarium, Zoo, Park
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Toronto
8 min walk • Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is a captivating underwater world nestled in the heart of Toronto. This expansive aquatic exhibit, which opened its doors in 2013, has quickly become one of the city's premier attractions. With a mission to provide a fun and educational...
~1710 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Design Exchange, Toronto
9 min walk • The Design Exchange is a Canadian not-for-profit cultural organization with the goal of promoting design, creativity and innovation.
~520 ftNE
Tower, Modernist architecture
Sun Life Centre, Toronto
3 min walk • The Sun Life Centre in Toronto, Ontario was built in 1984 to house the Toronto operations of Sun Life Financial, serving as the insurance company's global headquarters until 2017.
~1510 ftNW
Nightlife, Cinema, Theater
Scotiabank Theatre, Toronto
8 min walk • The Scotiabank Theatre Toronto is a major movie theatre at the RioCan Hall in the Entertainment District of downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada at Richmond and John Street owned by Cineplex Entertainment and opened in 1999.
~860 ftS
Museum
CBC Museum, Toronto
5 min walk • The CBC Museum was dedicated to the preserving the physical heritage and archival materials relating to the history of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.
~430 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Royal Alexandra Theatre, Toronto
3 min walk • The Royal Alexandra Theatre, commonly known as the Royal Alex, is a theatre in Toronto, Ontario, located near King and Simcoe Street. Built in 1907, the 1,244-seat Royal Alex is the oldest continuously operating legitimate theatre in North America.
~1510 ftN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Four Seasons Centre, Toronto
8 min walk • The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts is a 2,071-seat theatre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located at the southeast corner of University Avenue and Queen Street West, across from Osgoode Hall.
~270 ftN
Park
Simcoe Place, Toronto
2 min walk • Simcoe Place is an office building and shopping centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The tower 148 metres with 33 floors. It was completed by architects Carlos A Ott and NORR in 1995. The late-Modernist building was built by developer Cadillac Fairview.
~1080 ftW
Nightlife, Cinema, Theater
TIFF Bell Lightbox, Toronto
6 min walk • TIFF Bell Lightbox is a cultural centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located in the first five floors of the Bell Lightbox and Festival Tower on the north west corner of King Street and John Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Roy Thomson Hall open?

Roy Thomson Hall is open:

Monday 6 am - 12:30 am
Tuesday 6 am - 12:30 am
Wednesday 6 am - 12:30 am
Thursday 6 am - 12:30 am
Friday 6 am - 12:30 am
Saturday 6 am - 12:30 am
Sunday 6 am - 12:30 am

Which popular attractions are close to Roy Thomson Hall?

Nearby attractions include Simcoe Place, Toronto (2 min walk), David Pecaut Square, Toronto (2 min walk), Toronto Entertainment District, Toronto (2 min walk), St. Andrew's Church, Toronto (2 min walk).

How to get to Roy Thomson Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Roy Thomson Hall:

Tram

University Avenue, St. Andrew Station • Lines: 504A, 504B (3 min walk)
John Street • Lines: 504A, 504B (4 min walk)

Metro

St. Andrew • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Osgoode • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)

Train

Toronto Union Station (9 min walk)

Bus

King Street West • Lines: 19 (9 min walk)
Adelaide Street West • Lines: 19 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Jack Layton Ferry Terminal • Lines: Toronto Island Ferry, Ward's Island (19 min walk)
Bathurst Street Terminal • Lines: Billy Bishop Airport Ferry (27 min walk)