Burwash Hall, Toronto

Name: Burwash Hall
Address: Toronto, Canada

#438 among attractions in Toronto

Gothic Revival architecture

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Burwash Hall refers to both Burwash Dining Hall and Burwash Hall proper, the second oldest of the residence buildings at Victoria University. Construction began in 1911 and was completed in 1913. It was named after Nathanael Burwash, president of Victoria from 1887 to 1912. The building is an extravagant Neo-Gothic work with turrets, gargoyles, and battlements. The architects were Messrs. Sproatt & Rolph. ()

Coordinates: 43°40'2"N, 79°23'28"W

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Downtown Toronto (Bay Street Corridor)Toronto Canada

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Burwash Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Ontario Museum, Mink Mile, Manulife Centre, Philosopher's Walk.

~1110 ftW
Huge range of culture and nature exhibits
Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto
6 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...
~900 ftN
Shopping district, Shopping
Mink Mile, Toronto
5 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...
~1020 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Manulife Centre, Toronto
5 min walk • The Manulife Centre is located on the southeast corner of Bay and Bloor streets, along the Mink Mile and adjacent to the southern edge of the Yorkville district of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
~1080 ftW
Hiking, Park, Quad
Philosopher's Walk, Toronto
6 min walk • 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.
~1670 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Gym
Yorkville Village, Toronto
9 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.
~1020 ftNW
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.
~610 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Cafe
Gardiner Museum, Toronto
3 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.
~1550 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Gothic Revival architecture
Hart House, Toronto
8 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.
~1010 ftS
Memorial, Park, National park
Queen's Park, Toronto
5 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.
~1690 ftS
Romanesque architecture, Architecture
Ontario Legislative Building, Toronto
9 min walk • The Ontario Legislative Building is a structure in central Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It houses the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, and the viceregal suite of the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and offices for members of the provincial parliament.
~1540 ftN
Park
Yorkville, Toronto
8 min walk • Yorkville is a neighbourhood and former village in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is roughly bounded by Bloor Street to the south, Davenport Road to the north, Yonge Street to the east and Avenue Road to the west, and it is considered part of "The Annex" neighbourhood officially.

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Which popular attractions are close to Burwash Hall?

Nearby attractions include Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies, Toronto (3 min walk), Gardiner Museum, Toronto (3 min walk), St. Basil's Church, Toronto (4 min walk), Victoria University, Toronto (5 min walk).

How to get to Burwash Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Burwash Hall:

Metro

Museum • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Bay • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)

Bus

Charles Street West • Lines: 19 (4 min walk)
Hoskin Avenue • Lines: 94A (5 min walk)

Tram

Elizabeth Street • Lines: 306, 506 (13 min walk)
Queen's Park • Lines: 306, 506 (13 min walk)