Art Gallery Of Ontario: General Admission

So much to see at the gallery!. We will need several more visits to take it all in. We were specifically interested in seeing the Impressionists/post impressionist exhibit but numerous other offerings also piqued our interest. We will be back!

Lots to see, many different things to see for different tastes. the Japanese artist was incredible.

i just moved next door the the ago, and it's an amazing place to be able to pop into and wander around, which is why i bought the yearly pass, just to pop in... i saw the paul mccartney/beatles photos exhibition as well as the most recent melissa auf de maur one - both an amazing peak into what it's like being in a popular rock band of their time. of course there's so much more to see upon arrival. so, i recommend going, and planning to stay a while, as there really is lots to see. there's a little cafe too, and plenty of places to stop and sit for a bit throughout. unfortunately, their gift shop is a bit small, as i i think it's being redone, otherwise, just go!

Terrible. This art gallery is so poorly laid out it’s not funny and there’s absolutely no flow whatsoever. It’s so bad that you get turned around quite easily and have no idea what you’ve seen and what you haven’t. Side note: this is not the galley’s fault, but there were so many people wearing perfume that it made the already unpleasant experience even more unpleasant.

The art gallery of Ontario is well worth making time for. There is more to see than time in a day. We were fortunate to be able to see the Impressionist work that was on loan from Dallas. Another incredibly cool display were the model ships. These are incredibly intricate models, some of which were created by prisoners of war. Well worth taking the time to view these works of art. We also enjoyed the European wing. We did not have time to see it all, but we would highly recommend taking the time to visit.

Wonderful museum to explore for hours. Nice lunch in cafeteria as well.

Very nice experience- the Gallery is an excellent destination for art and culture. The building is extremely pleasant and cozy , the exhibits are in abundance from classics to modern art - there is something for everyone to discover around every corner. Will definitely go back.

The museum is a great stop to make when visiting Toronto! We enjoy the masters and impressionists most of all. The exhibit on loan from Dallas Museum of Art is very nice. After seeing the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam , the Louvre, National Gallery in London, The Prado in Madrid, The Chicago Museum of Art and others still this is a good stop to spend a few hours.

Impressionist Revolution: This is absolutely a not-to-be-missed exhibition. There is a wonderful depth and breadth to this exhibition. The curators have done an excellent job with the layout and flow. There is also lots of background info scattered throughout. I also really enjoyed the breadth of painters who were included. Picture Space: It certainly makes you think. A very different take on photography. Diego Marcon - The Bubble Boy: Definitely not my cup of tea. I lost interest after just a couple of minutes and this seemed to be the same for other people as well.

The Art Gallery of Ontario has wonderful regular exhibits, a style for everyone. The special exhibit they currently have Monet to Matisse is well worth seeing. Easy to get to using the TTC

3 floors of art. You can front carry or check a small backpack. One of the guides gave an impromptu talk on a couple paintings which was excellent.

A world class Art Gallery in downtown Toronto. I had purposely rearramged my holiday so i could visit and it didnt let me down. A wide ranging collection, plus i was lucky the Impressionist Exhibition had not long opened, a real bonus. I even had a lovely cake and drink in the cafe to round things off.

The AGO is an attractive gallery, with well laid out exhibits and a diverse collection of works that offers something for everyone. It was clean, bright and easy to navigate. We were there at opening time so it was not very crowded for most of our visit, but it got very busy as the day progressed. We had hoped to see the "Monet to Matisse" special exhibit, but it was only open for members at that point and would not be available for general viewing for a few days. Despite that fact, we still enjoyed our visit here.

I live in Toronto and finally became a member of the AGO. It's such a peaceful place to go to and full of beautiful artwork. There are regular exhibits and activities happening all of the time. They have a good website which provides you with all the information you need to plan a trip to the gallery. There is also a restaurant in the gallery called Frank which is quite nice, but a bit on the high end. Across the street are two Pub like Restaurants if you're looking for something a little less expensive.

Exceptional museum! The Blackwood exhibition as well as the Impressionists were awesome. Very well curated.

Wow. I've been to art museums around the world. This one is exceptional. The building is amazing and the collections are incredible. One of my favorite art gallery experiences ever. If you appreciate art, do not visit Toronto without spending an hour or two here.

The museum was interesting I would like to spend more time in it Maybe next trip. Walking distance from my hotel.

After we found parking in the garage across the street, we visited for the first time brought in by the traveling exhibition and stayed for hours for the permanent displays, all organized beautifully. Staff were knowledgeable and helpful even escorting us to certain locations when we couldn't find a piece we were looking for. Fun tip: take the stairs when you can as they themselves are a piece of art and the views to the cityscapes are stunning. While we didnt make it to the bidtro, the well-stocked gift shop is a fine way to wrap up the visit.

I’ve been coming to the AGO for decades, I’m an Admirer level member, and I always thought of it as a world class institution but I just attended the Paul McCartney photo exhibit and I was shocked at how poorly curated it was. I’ve been looking forward to the exhibit for months and was excited to see what they did with it to capture the experience of Beatlemania. Imagine my shock when I found shoddy error after error. To name just a couple of examples, Ringo’s name was spelled “Ringo Star” on one of the large print photo caption headlines. In another room, there was a spectacular wall-sized photo purporting to depict the Beatles landing at JFK for their Ed Sullivan appearance in February 1964 — probably the showcase photo of the entire exhibit. But, although it was winter, nobody was wearing a coat. One of the things that stood out was three beauty queens in sashes on the tarmac to greet the band. Something clearly wasn’t right. Sure enough, in a different room, there was another airport photo (this one showing people in winter garb) with a caption about three beauty queens greeting the Beatles at Miami airport. The photos were obviously mistakenly switched. Amateur hour. On top of that, the multimedia elements were very poor and failed to capture the excitement of the 1964 tour and the American cultural revolution it heralded. One thing that was very well done was a series of photos and memorabilia depicting the Beatles’s first appearance in Toronto. The curator of this exhibit is listed as Jim Shedden. Paul McCartney is reputed to have had some role in the curation but there’s no way he could have signed off on the final product. If he did, it shows that both he and Shedden (a veteran curator and AGO employee) are getting a little long in the tooth and are not keeping pace with 21st century museum curation innovations. Very disappointing!

This special exhibit is not to be missed. It is real window into that period of time for the Beatles and the people surrounding them. The breath and depth of the photos are superb. Additionally, there is some great memorabilia on show as well. The curator has done a wonderful job presenting the photos and materials. This is definitely a special exhibit not to be missed.

Larger than expected, needs time depending on how serious an art lover one is. Nice collection of Canadian art and interesting displays of contemporary work.

The Art Gallery of Ontario are to be congratulated on creating a real art installation with their Gift Membership scheme - Kafka meets Sisyphus. It's a great gallery - I loved it - so I wanted to send my two cousins a Gift Membership each. That's where the trouble started. The staff are great - they really tried to help - but their Gift Membership system is a real stinker. Don't buy a Gift Membership for your friends - send them the money instead.

The Art Gallery had extensive exhibitions over 5 floors. We particularly enjoyed the David Blackwood and ship models exhibitions.

This gallery has so many different styles of art and sculpture that I honestly believe there is something for everyone here. I realised straight away that I would need more than one visit so I paid an extra $10 and converted my ticket into an annual pass. I have been in three times during my stay in Toronto which means I have saved $50! I particularly enjoyed the Jesse Mockrin exhibition, Modernism (Level 4), and European Art (Level 1). The gallery map highlights 29 works if you’re short of time and want an overview of works from different periods. However, I suggest that you spend a long time here, if you do have the time.

The AGO was beyond my expectations! From the minute you walk in, the stunning architecture sets the tone—the airy galleries, flowing wooden staircases, and the beautiful Galleria Italia make the entire space feel like a work of art. The collection itself is exceptional. Seeing masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Rubens, Tintoretto and many others up close was an absolute highlight. Alongside these iconic works, the AGO features a rich mix of Canadian art, as well as modern and contemporary exhibits that make you pause and really absorb the creativity. The gallery is easy to navigate, spacious without feeling overwhelming, and the staff are genuinely warm and helpful. Whether you're an art lover or just exploring, the experience is enriching from start to finish. And don’t skip the gift shop—surprising and stylish finds! A must-visit and truly one of Toronto’s cultural treasures.

David Blackwood: Myth & Legend: This is a very large exhibit of his works and is extremely good. The curators have done a great job presenting historic info and materials from various periods. Some wonderful areas displaying the various phases of a piece being developed and the final print. Be sure to watch the film about creating prints. Very fascinating! Don't miss this exhibit. Surusilutu Ashoona: Small exhibition but some wonderful prints. You get the essence of the artist. Definitely worth checking this exhibit out. Naoko Matsubara: Great breath of prints showing the evolution over time. Be sure to watch the film interviewing her. Some wonderful insights into the artist herself and the interior of her house. Don't miss this exhibit. Collective Visions: Celebrating 25 Years of Photography: We love photography but this exhibit was a bit weak. I think the concept was great. However, the execution left you wanting more. I would give it a 7 out of 10.

It's $30 admission for an adult so make sure you have lots of time to make the most of the gallery. We spent 1.5 hours and only saw the first floor paintings- not the section to the left with all the artifacts. The Blackwood installation and the Jess Mockrin installation were fantastic. I would have loved to have had more time to see what the rest of the gallery had for us to see...guess it means another visit sometime when we are back in the city

We enjoyed our time perusing this art gallery and the varied works that we found inside. The art works we had not seen being Wieland and Alison Katz provided a different perspective we enjoyed.

There is plenty to go at here. We particularly enjoyed the Canadian gallery of Krieghoff and the ivory collection. The boxwood carvings were also superb.

Always nice when the structure itself is also art. Enjoyed this, lots of variety - though as a non-Canadian the extensive Group of 7 was too much of the same (patriotism is great, but doesn't necessarily equal best art) Lots more, though if contemporary isn't your thing there is a fair amount of this as well. Enough variety for everyone. I went during Friday evening hours and did not feel crowded. It is a solid 'large city' museum.

Very easy to use and nice to be able to skip the line. The gallery is well laid out and was a good respite for us on a hot day.

The Gallery has incredible selections of Canadian art. I thoroughly enjoyed the Tom Thompson and Group of Seven Collection.

Very nice collection. Very focused on Canadian artists. The facility itself is very clean and well laid out.

This was a top experience of learning and getting involved on beautiful pieces of paintings, photos, and rooms. The gallery is very aesthetic, you feel a nice illumination and vibe, I gotta say that it was a little bit big for the time and the pace we were having that day, so we didn’t get to see the entire gallery, if you want to see the most of it, maybe it can take you half of your day, but I think could be worth it. I’m returning again in another time to see what I missed! The gift store was very nice too!!

There is more variety than I expected. This is a very eclectic Art museum with different mediums and artists. I learned a lot about Canadian history.

It is a shame that which should a great museum & collection, there are no guided tours our audio tours available, but overall, the museum is great!

By the time that I arrived here no admission was allowed until the free evening visits which are on a Wednesday evening after 1800. I therefore joined the queue of several hundred people which started almost a block away. Once inside, the largest section of the collection is dedicated to the Group of Seven local artists. Their quality was, in my view, variable. More interesting were the Henry Moore sculptures and First Nation carvings. There is also a small collection of European art. If possible, I would have preferred to visit at a quieter time.

I love visiting art museums and the AGO is a good one to visit. They were having a Latin American photography exhibition while I was there (Recuerdo) which I enjoyed very much! I did also love the works by Nakamura on display. The Yayoi Kusama exhibition was on too while I was visiting and it was a trippy experience!

There a lots of review about the wonderful permanent exhibits. Here is my take on some of the current special exhibits. Recuerdo: Latin American Photography at the AGO: If you love photography then you will definitely enjoy this. It is a fabulous collection covering people, places and events. Light Years: The Phil Lind Gift: A great collection of various types of art. A large portion is photographs with a unique perspective. All the art makes you think and ponder. A wonderful exhibit and the curator has done a great job laying out the areas. Moments in Modernism - Modern art is definitely not my cup of tea. I really did not like this exhibit. However, if you like Alex Colville paintings, there is one room with a good number of his paintings. Definitely worth visiting and viewing that one room. Yayoi Kusama's INFINITY MIRRORED ROOM - LET'S SURVIVE FOREVER: Wow, despite the hype, I really, really did not like this exhibit. Did not like this one nor the previous one. Well, art is in the eye of beholder.

Went to visit the gallery this morning with my son and daughter (both at UoT), mainly to experience Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Room 'Let's Survive Together'. After purchasing our tickets at the counter (my son was asked to provide his ID and proof of address to get in free as an under 25), our visit was marred by the extraordinary rudeness of the admission staff member. When my son didn't produce a physical ticket to scan with her barcode reader, she refused to talk to me or my daughter as we tried to explain the situation, repeatedly cut us both off, told my daughter to stand aside, again refused to speak to me whilst insisting repeatedly that my son produce evidence of his eligibility to enter. Her rudeness was astonishing and utterly unacceptable. Shame on you AGO for employing such a person with clearly absent interpersonal skills as your front-line, public-facing first point of contact.

Didn't think I'd get a full day of exploration from a single place, but it's densely packed with art pieces from different eras. Top floor takes a while to get to, so I'd suggest the elevator if you don't want to do the spiraling staircase hike.

Nice Art Gallery, wide variety to see. Would visit it again, it is pretty extensive! Having my ticket early worked out really well.

I really like the AGO. I have been many times. Each time I see the art in a new way. Their displays are amazing. I love how it makes me feel just walking through a room after room, admiring the beauty and artistry and creativity that exists within its walls. The staff could be a bit friendlier though.

I wanted to go to the Art Gallery of Toronto as they apparently have a large Henry Moore display. Disappointingly there were very few (two I think) Henry Moore bronzes. Rather there was a large number of plaster casts used by the sculptor for his bronzes around the world. The Art Gallery itself was a lovely building, and there were good displays of other art, including sections of local / indigenous artists, as well as the usual European artists, Rodin, Matisse, Rubens etc. However the acoustics were shocking - some of the displays were audio visual but the sounds were not confined to the room the display was in, rather they reverberated around the gallery floor. As did the noise of other visitors to the gallery, including quite a few children and toddlers. So much so I put some loop ear plugs in to deaden the noise and didn’t stay as long as planned. I did not visit the hip-hop display on the 5th floor.

Only if you like post 1880s art. Big price for a small collection. Dominated by contemporary art. Just not my thing. In March 2025 there is an obnoxiously wailing voice installation echoing with women’s voices screeching throughout the museum. I had to put on headphones and music to maintain some sense of equilibrium. Sadly, this was but one of three overly loud exhibits. I go to art museums to feast my eyes, not to have my hearing assaulted. To add insult to injury, the building was boiling hot so insulted ears and rivulets of sweat encouraged me to leave quickly.

There is something for everyone at the AGO. On our recent visit these stood out for us. Light Years: The Phil Lind Gift - Some amazing photos that really make you think. Also interesting sculptures. Overall very well presented. Tissot, Women and Time - Such a wonderfully curated selection of works that give a great insight into the time period. Kenojuak Ashevak: Highlights from the Dr. Ronald M. Haynes Collection - There are some amazing pieces of Inuit art on display. Great for people who already love Inuit art and a great introduction to anyone unfamiliar with it.

The staff here were extremely rude! I was looking at an artwork when one of the staff members violently grabbed me by the arm and shoved me away from the art piece. The vending machines do not work, as me and my friends wasted well over 5 dollars trying to get chips.

Many floors of art to view. I enjoyed seeing the "For the Culture" exhibition. Others were nice as well.

A beautiful, well-designed and maintained facility. The wood environment (floors, stairs, and benches) is so beautiful that it too is worthy of memorable photos. The collections are beautifully presented and include many works of art and genres not seen elsewhere. It is apparently somewhat "undescovered" and allows a quiet, uncrowded visit. Overall, one of the best we've ever visited.