"Capturing Mid-Century Toronto" Walking Tour

Explore Toronto’s mid-century modern architecture on this interactive photo walk. Learn how to identify elements of modernist architecture, from coloured panels to geometric forms, and about the architects, such as Uno Prii, who brought this style to the world stage. Bring along a camera to shoot your favourite examples in our urban landscape. This tour will be co-led by professional photographer Vik Pahwa.

Start Location: Spadina Subway Station (Walmer Road exit)

End Location: 100 Spadina Avenue

Length of Tour: Approximately 2 hours

Distance and Terrain: Less than1 kilometre, mostly on city sidewalks.

Registration is required for all tours. Please note: you will not be able to join a tour group if you have not registered ahead of time.

This tour uses individual audio headsets. All registered participants will be provided with an individual headset that will allow you to hear the tour guide throughout the tour.

Our staff and volunteers will be at the tour's starting location 30 minutes prior to each tour. Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes prior to the start of the tour to allow time for check in.

We are excited to host in-person tours this year and ask for your help and patience in making the experience as safe as possible for everyone. All tour events will follow Toronto Public Health guidelines and Heritage Toronto safety measures. Tours are held outside and masks are recommended for all participants. Masks will be available on the tour upon request.

Tour Refund Policy: We can accept refund requests up to 5 business days before the tour date. We cannot accept refund requests based on weather. All other requests will be assessed on a case by case basis.