Art walks and tours
Public art creates a sense of place and identity, marking out an area within a city. It can stir controversy and imagination and become a meeting place or a marker within a community. Public art makes creativity a landmark.
Art Buzz
Art Buzz allows members of the public to hear artists and other art experts talk about the creation and meaning of artworks in our public art and monuments collection. At present more than fifty pieces are included, with more coming on line in the future. This audio guide to the City's collection can be heard here.
Art Walk Brochure
The Art Walk brochure highlights 22 public works of art within the area of Roy Thomson Hall, the Rogers Centre and the CN Tower. Download a copy of the Art Walk Brochure (PDF) or e-mail culture@toronto.ca.
Five North York Public Art driving tours
The Driving Tour Brochure offers five distinct tours of outdoor public art in North York. The tours include a combination of walks and drives. Download a copy of the Driving Tour brochure.
Spadina Avenue LRT Public Art Program
Sponsored by the TTC with funding from the Province of Ontario and the City of Toronto, the Spadina Avenue LRT Public Art Program is intended to express the character of Spadina Avenue by celebrating its rich history and cultural heritage. Read more about the Spadina Avenue LRT Public Art Program or e-mail culture@toronto.ca.
Village of Islington - Toronto's Village of Murals
Take a 5-block Art Walk exploring over 15,000 sq. ft. of exquisite murals nestled among sidewalk cafés, coffee houses, shops, restaurants and services. Islington's murals celebrate the community's shared history, its defining moments and rhythm of life, how they looked and what they did for fun through the years. Guided tours are available from June - October. Or do your own thing by downloading the ART WALK guide. But, don't miss this walk; the Village has a reputatation for having the most beautiful fine art murals in Toronto.