John Bassett Theatre, Toronto

#400 among attractions in Toronto

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The John W. H. Bassett Theatre is a multi-purpose theatre located in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada on Front Street, in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The theatre is regularly used by the CTV Television Network for television shows such as Canadian Idol and Canada's Got Talent. ()

Coordinates: 43°38'39"N, 79°23'12"W

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Downtown Toronto (Entertainment District)Toronto Canada

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John Bassett Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Air Canada Centre, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada.

~620 ftS
Iconic tower with a revolving restaurant
CN Tower, Toronto
3 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...
~1410 ftS
Stadium known for hosting baseball games
Rogers Centre, Toronto
7 min walk • Rogers Centre, an iconic sports venue in the heart of Toronto, Canada, stands as a testament to the city's love for sports and entertainment. Opened in 1989, this massive stadium, initially known as SkyDome, was the first to feature a fully retractable motorized roof...
0.4 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Air Canada Centre, Toronto
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Toronto, the Air Canada Centre stands as a premier sports and entertainment venue. Known to fans as the ACC, this multifaceted arena is the home of the city's beloved National Hockey League team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, as well as the...
~620 ftS
Aquarium, Zoo, Park
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Toronto
3 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...
~1170 ftS
Museum
Roundhouse Park, Toronto
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Toronto, Roundhouse Park is a unique urban oasis that combines the beauty of a meticulously landscaped park with the allure of historical preservation. This enchanting site is home to the Toronto Railway Museum, which celebrates the rich history...
~1390 ftN
Tower, Modernist architecture
Sun Life Centre, Toronto
7 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.
~260 ftW
Museum
CBC Museum, Toronto
2 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.
~1200 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Royal Alexandra Theatre, Toronto
6 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.
~890 ftN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Roy Thomson Hall, Toronto
5 min walk • 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.
~1150 ftN
Park
Simcoe Place, Toronto
6 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.
~1370 ftNW
Nightlife, Cinema, Theater
TIFF Bell Lightbox, Toronto
7 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)

Which popular attractions are close to John Bassett Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto (1 min walk), CBC Museum, Toronto (2 min walk), Canadian Broadcasting Centre, Toronto (3 min walk), CN Tower, Toronto (3 min walk).

How to get to John Bassett Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to John Bassett Theatre:

Tram

John Street • Lines: 504A, 504B (7 min walk)
University Avenue, St. Andrew Station • Lines: 504A, 504B (7 min walk)

Metro

St. Andrew • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)
Union • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)

Train

Toronto Union Station (9 min walk)

Bus

Front Street West • Lines: 19 (11 min walk)
Bay Street • Lines: 121 (11 min walk)

Ferry

Jack Layton Ferry Terminal • Lines: Toronto Island Ferry, Ward's Island (17 min walk)
Bathurst Street Terminal • Lines: Billy Bishop Airport Ferry (23 min walk)