St. Basil's Church, Toronto

Name: St. Basil's Church
Address: 50 St Joseph St, Toronto, M5S 3L5, Canada
Telephone: +1 416-926-7110

#181 among attractions in Toronto

Gothic Revival architecture, Church

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Facts and practical information

St. Basil's Church, built in 1856, is the founding church of the Congregation of St. Basil in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, the college church of St. Michael's College, Toronto, and a parish church serving a large local congregation. ()

Completed: 1923 (101 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 43°39'59"N, 79°23'20"W

Address

50 St Joseph StDowntown Toronto (Bay Street Corridor)Toronto M5S 3L5 Canada

Contact

+1 416-926-7110

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Day trips

St. Basil's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1760 ftW
Huge range of culture and nature exhibits
Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto
9 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...
~1220 ftN
Shopping district, Shopping
Mink Mile, Toronto
6 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...
~1030 ftN
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.
~1680 ftW
Hiking, Park, Quad
Philosopher's Walk, Toronto
9 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
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Church of the Redeemer, Toronto
9 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.
~1850 ftE
Park
Paul Kane House, Toronto
9 min walk • The Paul Kane House is a heritage structure in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.Paul Kane, an important early Canadian artist, purchased the property in 1853 and built a cottage on the site.
~1270 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Cafe
Gardiner Museum, Toronto
7 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.
~1750 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Gothic Revival architecture
Hart House, Toronto
9 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.
~1130 ftSW
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.
~1570 ftSW
Romanesque architecture, Architecture
Ontario Legislative Building, Toronto
8 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.
~1850 ftN
Park
Yorkville, Toronto
9 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Basil's Church?

Nearby attractions include St. Michael's College, Toronto (2 min walk), Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies, Toronto (4 min walk), Burwash Hall, Toronto (4 min walk), Victoria University, Toronto (4 min walk).

How to get to St. Basil's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Basil's Church:

Bus

St. Joseph Street • Lines: 19 (2 min walk)
Charles Street West • Lines: 19 (3 min walk)

Metro

Museum • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
Wellesley • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)

Tram

Elizabeth Street • Lines: 306, 506 (11 min walk)
Bay Street • Lines: 306, 506 (11 min walk)