Downtown Toronto Wedding Photography Locations
Written by: Shannon Hamilton, Toronto based Writer
Timeless and Elegant Locations
1. One King West
One of the more unique indoor spaces, One King West is a hotel and has an old-fashioned bank vault in the basement, which makes for some very unique photos. The chandeliers upstairs are pretty gorgeous and this location definitely lends to dramatic and unique portraits. Looking for a Toronto photo location with a historic background? Look no further!
Address: One King Street West, 1 King, St W, Toronto, ON. M5H 1A1
Phone Number: 416-548-8100
Permit required: yes.
2. University of Toronto – Hart House
gorgeous place to have both an outdoor and an indoor shoot – both places require separate permits. The gorgeous architecture at the university of Toronto cannot be beat.
Address: 7 Hart House Cir, Toronto, ON. M5S 3H3
Phone Number: 416-978-2452
Permit required: yes.
3. University of Toronto–Knox College
Knox College is a beautiful spot with lots of indoor spaces and dramatic architecture. The antechamber is stunning and the courtyard ad front steps are also gorgeous. There is a great covered space that still allows natural light photography, even if it’s raining.
Address: 59 St. George Street Toronto, ON. M5S 2E6
Phone Number: 416-978-4500
Permit required: yes.
4. Philosopher's walk
Philosopher’s walk is incredibly pretty and scenic pathway located on the St. George campus between bound by the Bloor street and Harbord Street. Formerly a natural ravine where Taddle Creek used to run, now the creek runs beneath the footpath. The walkway is great for wedding photography as it is never too busy and the famous buildings bordering it like the Royal Ontario Museum, Royal Conservatory of Music, Trinity College and University of Toronto Faculty of Law make for a great backdrop.
Address: 317 Dundas St. W, Toronto. ON M5T 1G4
Phone Number: 416-979-6648
Permit required: yes.
5. Art Gallery of Ontario
The Art Gallery of Ontario is one of the new spaces to shoot in Toronto. Being able to photograph a bride and groom amongst the paintings was magical and there are amazing spaces that are almost all inside.
Address: 317 Dundas St. W, Toronto. ON M5T 1G4
Phone Number: 416-979-6648
Permit required: yes.
6. ARTA Gallery
This art gallery is located inside the Distillery District, requires its own independent permit. This space is not very big, but it is definitely unique and has a specific rustic sort of style.
Address: 14 Distillery Ln, Toronto, ON. M5A 3C4
Phone Number: 416-364-2782
Permit required: yes.
7. Thompson Landry Gallery
This art gallery located inside of the Distillery District. Has the exposed brick of the other Distillery shops and galleries, along with beautiful paintings which create gorgeous backdrops for photos. This gallery hosts many events, so be sure to get your permit requests in as soon as you can.
Address: 32 Distillery Ln, Toronto, ON. M5A 3C4
Phone Number:416-364-4955
Permit required: yes.
