Wedding and Engagement Photography Locations
Toronto & GTA
Unveiling Toronto’s Enchanting Wedding and Engagement Photo Locations
Toronto, a city brimming with diversity and charm, offers a myriad of breathtaking venues that are perfect for capturing the essence of love through wedding and engagement photography. From lush parks to modern architectural marvels, and rustic natural settings, Toronto has it all. At Damion Rae Photography, we take immense pride in exploring this beautiful city and its people, allowing us to reveal the best wedding photo locations Toronto has to offer.
As seasoned wedding photographers with an intimate understanding of Toronto’s hidden gems, we have compiled an extensive list of both well-known and unique locations for your special moments. Whether you envision an outdoor extravaganza or an indoor wonder, our list covers it all. We’ve even taken the initiative to reach out to these venues to inquire about costs and fees for photography, ensuring that you can seamlessly incorporate your dream locations into your wedding budget.
Every couple’s love story is unique, and we understand the significance of selecting the perfect setting to reflect your journey. Perhaps you already have a place in mind that holds sentimental value, or maybe you’re seeking a location that resonates with the essence of your relationship. Whatever your vision, we are here to help you transform it into a reality.
For those with budget considerations, we have discovered venues that warmly embrace photography, allowing you to capture captivating images without additional charges. After all, we believe that exceptional memories should not be hindered by financial constraints.
Browse through our curated list of the best wedding photo locations Toronto boasts, complete with addresses, contact information, and permit prices. Once you’ve found your perfect spot, reach out to us, and together, let’s weave a timeless tapestry of your love story through the lens of our cameras.
Your wedding day is a celebration of love, and we are committed to crafting stunning images that will forever remind you of this milestone. Embrace the magic of Toronto’s most enchanting settings, and let us capture the essence of your unique love story. Contact us today to embark on a photographic journey that will beautifully preserve the moments you hold dear.
Toronto
Indoor Wedding Photo Locations, Toronto
Allan Gardens Conservatory, Toronto
Features: Six indoor greenhouses ¬ great for late fall and winter weddings.
Address: 19 Horticultural Avenue (south side of Carlton between Jarvis and Sherbourne Streets)
Permit: $433.90 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / maximum 20 people / Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
Brookfield Place
Features: Allen Lambert Galleria
Address: 161 and 181 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario
Permit: Call for permit information
Phone: (416) 777-6480
OUTDOOR WEDDING PHOTO LOCATIONS, TORONTO
Alexander Muir Gardens
Features: Situated next to a ravine, beautiful sunken gardens, treed walkways, benches, stone wall & stairs
| Alexander Muir Memorial Gardens | East side of Yonge Street, just south of Lawrence Avenue | 30 people | $157.91/2 hours |
Ashbridges Bay
Features: Situated on Lake Ontario, features expansive beaches, a harbour & marina, and boardwalk cafe
| Ashbridges Bay | Lakeshore Boulevard and Coxwell Avenue | 30 people | $157.91/2 hours |
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Features: Fully restored rural Ontario 19th century village
Address: 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, ON M3J 2P3
Permit: Call for permit information
Phone: (416) 736-1733
Casa Loma
Features: This famous castle provides a spectacular setting. Access to the conservatory, terrace and gardens are all available.
Address: 1 Austin Terrace (Bathurst and Dupont)
Permit: Contact for pricing
Phone: 416.923.1171
Centennial Park Conservatory
Features: Three glass houses with interesting plant collections.
| Centennial Park Conservatory | West off Renforth Drive, just north of Rathburn Road | 10 people |
$631.56/2 hours |
Cherry Beach
Features: East end of Toronto),
Features: Sandy beach, wooded areas and a boardwalk.
Address: at the south end of Cherry St.
Permit: Free
Distillery District
Features: historic distillery built in 1832. Cobblestone streets, narrow alleyways, and old brick buildings make a unique background for interesting photos
Address: Mill St. (Between Parliament St. and Cherry St.)
Permit: Yes – Website
Phone: 416.364.4793
Evergreen Brick Works
Features: Comprised of distinctive industrial buildings, a quarry garden,surrounded by parkland.
Address: Bayview Avenue and Pottery Road
Permit: Yes – $350 / Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
Edwards Gardens Conservatory
Features: Similar to James Gardens, but larger with a fountain and a staircase.
| Edwards Gardens | Southwest corner of Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue East | 30 people | $442.12/2 hours
*Paid parking is enforced at this location. |
Fantasy Fair
Features: Ontario’s only indoor amusement park, complete with rides and attractions!
Address: Woodbine Centre, 500 Rexdale Blvd.
Permit: $60, $67.80 to reserve a ride for 5mins / Website
Phone: 416-674-5200
Harbourfront
Features: Toronto’s newest waterfront park.
Address: South side of Queen’s Quay Blvd. West (between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street)
Permit: No permit is required for outdoors; please call to inquire about indoor permits. / Website
Phone: 416-392-1111
Hart House – University of Toronto
Features: Charming old architecture on a beautifully landscaped campus. Use is limited to certain areas, but those areas are great.
Address: College and University
Permit: $400 for non-alumni / 50% off for alumni
Phone: 416 978 2444
High Park
Features: Incredible gardens and a wonderful pond.
Address: 1873 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6R 2Z3
Permit: Unfortunately, High Park does not issue permits for weddings, engagements, or any type of photography. / Website
Phone: 416.392.8188
Humber Bridge, Etobicoke
Features: Situated on Lake Ontario (West end of Toronto), featuring sandy beaches, parkland & trees, and walkways
Address: Lakeshore Rd. and South Kingsway
Permit: Free
Humber Bay
Address: 100 Humber Bay Park, Etobicoke
Permit: 30 people / $108.48 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
Guild Inn Gardens
| Guild Park and Gardens | South-side of Guildwood Parkway between Morningside Avenue and Kingston Road | 30 people | $442.12/2 hours |
James Gardens
Features: Traditional park; lots of trees, flowers, bridges, and some water.
| James Gardens | 61 Edgehill Rd. Etobicoke | 30 people | $442.12/2 hours |
Kensington Market
Address: Borders College/Spadina/Bathurst/Dundas
Permit: Free
Kew Gardens
| Kew Gardens | 2075 Queen St. E. | 30 people | $157.91/2 hours |
Mel Lastman Square
Address: 5100 Yonge Street
Interesting and Unique Features: An urban Address with stairs, fountain and artificial streams, planters and trees.
Permit Information: Website
North York Rose Garden
Features: In the heart of North York, the Rose Garden has winding pathways, mature trees and a lovely array of greenery and flowers.
Address: Northwest corner of Yonge Street and Park Horne Avenue
Permit: $12.25 per hour
Phone: 416-395-6055
The Old Mill Inn
Features: Historic building with a beautiful waterfall and landscaped gardens.
Address: 21 Old Mill Road
Permit: Permission required/ Website
Phone: 416-236-2641
Osgoode Hall
Features: A stunning 1800’s historic building, with colourful manicured, gardens, cobblestone pathways and ornate iron fencing.
Permit: No photos allowed inside / photos are permitted outside of the building/ Website
Address: Queen and University Streets
Union Station
Features: One of the largest and most opulent train stations in Canada, with fascinating old architecture, both inside and out.
Address: 65 Front Street West (at Bay Street)
Permit: Permit required/ Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
Spadina House
Features: Victorian mansion surrounded by restored Victorian gardens.
Address: 285 Spadina Rd.
Permit: Call for permit information/ Website
Phone: 416-392-6910
Front Street/Esplanade area, Toronto
Features: Nice architecture, shops and outdoor cafes, green space with flowers and water fountain.
Address: Front St. & Market St.
Permit: Free
St. Lawrence Market
Features: City architectural landmark, farmers’ market, indoor food market.
Address: Front St. & Jarvis St.
Permit: Call for permit information/ Website
Phone: 416-392-7219
Sunnyside Park & Pavillion
Features: Situated on Lake Ontario, featuring beaches, Late 1800’s architecture, iron gates, Courtyard with fountain, treed areas and a boardwalk.
Address: Lakeshore Blvd. and Colborne Lodge Drive
Permit: temp closed for permits / Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
TD Centre
Features: Urban environment, tall skyscrapers, concrete walls, and small green space
Address: Bay St. & Wellington St. W.
Permit: Contact TD Centre/ Website
Phone: 416-869–2277
Todmorden Mills
Features: Adjacent to the Don Valley Brick Works historic site, the Todmorden Mills Museum is a unique industrial settlement built in the 18th century.
Address: 67 Pottery Road, Broadview and Pottery Road
Permit: contact for latest pricing
Phone: 416-396-2819
Rosetta McClain Gardens
| Rosetta McClain Gardens | South side of Kingston Road, east of Birchmount Road | 30 people | $442.12/2 hour |
Toronto Island Park
On the Toronto Islands
| Toronto Island Park | On the Toronto Islands | 30 people | $157.91/2 hours |
Yorkville/Annex/Bloor Street
Address: Bloor & Avenue area
Features: ROM, University of Toronto, Yorkville, Storefronts
Permit: Free
Indoor Wedding Photo Locations, Toronto
Allan Gardens Conservatory, Toronto
Features: Six indoor greenhouses ¬ great for late fall and winter weddings.
| Allan Gardens Conservatory | Carlton Street between Jarvis and Sherbourne Streets | 20 people | $631.56/2 hours
Currently not available for bookings. |
Phone: 416-392-8188
Brookfield Place
Features: Allen Lambert Galleria
Address: 161 and 181 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario
Permit: Call for permit information
Phone: (416) 777-6480
OUTDOOR WEDDING PHOTO LOCATIONS, TORONTO
Alexander Muir Gardens, Toronto
Features: Situated next to a ravine, beautiful sunken gardens, treed walkways, benches, stone wall & stairs
Address: Yonge St. & Lawrence Ave.
Permit: $108.48 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
Ashbridges Bay
Features: Situated on Lake Ontario, features expansive beaches, a harbour & marina, and boardwalk cafe
Address: Lakeshore Blvd. E. & Coxwell Ave.
Permit: $108.48 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Features: Fully restored rural Ontario 19th century village
Address: 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, ON M3J 2P3
Permit: Call for permit information
Phone: (416) 736-1733
Casa Loma
Features: This famous castle provides a spectacular setting. Access to the conservatory, terrace and gardens are all available.
Address: 1 Austin Terrace (Bathurst and Dupont)
Permit: Contact for pricing
Phone: 416.923.1171
Centennial Park Conservatory
Features: Three glass houses with interesting plant collections.
Address: 15 Elmcrest Road (west off Renforth Road, just north of Rathburn Avenue)
Permit: 20 people / $433.90 per 2 hours (min booking 2 hours) / Website
Phone: 416-394-8543
Cherry Beach
Features: East end of Toronto),
Features: Sandy beach, wooded areas and a boardwalk.
Address: at the south end of Cherry St.
Permit: Free
Distillery District
Features: historic distillery built in 1832. Cobblestone streets, narrow alleyways, and old brick buildings make a unique background for interesting photos
Address: Mill St. (Between Parliament St. and Cherry St.)
Permit: $254.25 for 4 hours / Permit / Website
Phone: 416.364.4793
Evergreen Brick Works
Features: Comprised of distinctive industrial buildings, a quarry garden,surrounded by parkland.
Address: Bayview Avenue and Pottery Road
Permit: $226 (HST included) / Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
Edwards Gardens Conservatory
Features: Similar to James Gardens, but larger with a fountain and a staircase.
Address: Leslie and Eglinton
Permit: $303.74 per 2 hours (min booking 2 HR) / Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
Fantasy Fair
Features: Ontario’s only indoor amusement park, complete with rides and attractions!
Address: Woodbine Centre, 500 Rexdale Blvd.
Permit: $60, $67.80 to reserve a ride for 5mins / Website
Phone: 416-674-5200
Harbourfront
Features: Toronto’s newest waterfront park.
Address: South side of Queen’s Quay Blvd. West (between Spadina Avenue and Bathurst Street)
Permit: No permit required for outdoors; please call to inquire about indoor permits. / Website
Phone: 416-392-1111
Hart House – University of Toronto
Features: Charming old architecture on a beautifully landscaped campus. Use is limited to certain areas, but those areas are great.
Address: College and University
Permit: $400 for non-alumni / 50% off for alumni / Website
Phone: 416 978 2444
High Park
Features: Incredible gardens and a wonderful pond.
Address: 1873 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6R 2Z3
Permit: The city will not provide a permit for wedding, engagement or any type of photography at High Park / Website
Phone: 416.392.8188
Humber Bridge, Etobicoke
Features: Situated on Lake Ontario (West end of Toronto), featuring sandy beaches, parkland & trees, and walkways
Address: Lakeshore Rd. and South Kingsway
Permit: Free
Humber Bay
Address: 100 Humber Bay Park, Etobicoke
Permit: 30 people / $108.48 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
Guild Inn Gardens
Address: South side of Guildwood Parkway between Morningside Avenue and Kingston Rd.
Permit: 30 people / $303.74 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
James Gardens
Features: Traditional park; lots of trees, flowers, bridges, some water.
Address: 61 Edgehill Road, Toronto, ON M9A 4N1
Permit: 30 people / $303.74 per 2 hours (min booking 2 HR) / Website
Phone: 416.392.8188
Kensington Market
Address: Borders College/Spadina/Bathurts/Dundas
Permit: Free
Kew Gardens
Address: 2075 Queen Street E
Permit: $108.48 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
Mel Lastman Square
Address: 5100 Yonge Street
Interesting and Unique Features: An urban Address with stairs, fountain and artificial streams, planters and trees.
Permit Information: Website
North York Rose Garden
Features: In the heart of North York, the Rose Garden has winding pathways, mature trees and a lovely array of greenery and flowers.
Address: Northwest corner of Yonge Street and Park Horne Avenue
Permit: $12.25 per hour/ Website
Phone: 416-395-6055
The Old Mill Inn
Features: Historic building with a beautiful waterfall and landscaped gardens.
Address: 21 Old Mill Road
Permit: Permission required/ Website
Phone: 416-236-2641
Osgoode Hall
Features: A stunning 1800’s historic building, with colorful manicured, gardens, cobblestone pathways and ornate iron fencing.
Permit: No photos allowed inside / photos are permitted outside of the building/ Website
Address: Queen and University Streets
Union Station
Features: One of the largest and most opulent train stations in Canada, with fascinating old architecture, both inside and out.
Address: 65 Front Street West (at Bay Street)
Permit: Permit required/ Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
Spadina House
Features: Victorian mansion surrounded by restored Victorian gardens.
Address: 285 Spadina Rd.
Permit: Call for permit information/ Website
Phone: 416-392-6910
Front Street/Esplanade area, Toronto
Features: Nice architecture, shops and outdoor cafes, green space with flowers and water fountain.
Address: Front St. & Market St.
Permit: Free
St. Lawrence Market
Features: City architectural landmark, farmers’ market, indoor food market.
Address: Front St. & Jarvis St.
Permit: Call for permit information/ Website
Phone: 416-392-7219
Sunnyside Park & Pavillion
Features: Situated on Lake Ontario, featuring beaches, Late 1800’s architecture, iron gates, Courtyard with fountain, treed areas and a boardwalk.
Address: Lakeshore Blvd. and Colborne Lodge Drive
Permit: temp closed for permits / Website
Phone: 416-392-8188
TD Centre
Features: Urban environment, tall skyscrapers, concrete walls, and small green space
Address: Bay St. & Wellington St. W.
Permit: Contact TD Centre/ Website
Phone: 416-869–2277
Todmorden Mills
Features: Adjacent to the Don Valley Brick Works historic site, the Todmorden Mills Museum is a unique industrial settlement built in the 18th century.
Address: 67 Pottery Road, Broadview and Pottery Road
Permit: $125 per hour (contact for latest pricing)/ Website
Phone: 416-396-2819
Rosetta McClain Gardens
Address: South side of Kingston Rd, east of Birchmount Rd.
Permit: $303.74 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
Toronto Island Park
On the Toronto Islands
30 people / $303.74 per 2 hour (min booking 2 hr) / Website
Yorkville/Annex/Bloor Street
Address: Bloor & Avenue area
Features: ROM, University of Toronto, Yorkville, Storefronts
Permit: Free
West
Burlington
Paletta Lakefront Park
4280 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, ON L7L 1A8
Spencer’s at the Waterfront
Address: 1340 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, ON L7S 1B1
MISSISSAUGA
Adamson Estate
Features: Adamson Estate is a 13.33 acre waterfront park and is located east of the mouth of the Credit River. The grounds and gardens are open to the public while the main house is occupied by the Cawthra-Adamson Division of the Royal Conservatory of Music.
Address: 850 Enola Ave.
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Benares Historic House
Features: With more than 160 years of history, this exquisite estate with picturesque park-like settings was home to four generations of the Harris and Sayers families. Photography can be take outside in the gardens or inside the historic interiors.
Address: 1507 Clarkson Road North
Bradley Museum
Features: Photography can be taken outside in the gardens or inside the historic interiors.
Address: 1620 Orr Road
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens
Features: The City recently renamed Rhododendron Gardens to Brueckner Rhododendron Garden in acknowledgement of the Dr. Joseph Brueckner’s generous donation of hundreds of rhododendrons and azaleas. They can be found blooming from mid May to mid June
Address: 660 Lakeshore Rd. West
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Century City
Features: Park permits are required for wedding photography between Friday and Sunday with a fee and parking is limited to 4 cars per permit.
Address: 933 Focal Road
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Erindale Park
Features: Erindale Park is the largest park in the City and is perfect for group picnics, hikers, joggers, cyclists and cross-country skiers, bird watchers, wedding photography and anyone at all who enjoys getting back to nature.
Address: 1695 Dundas Street West
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Holcim Estate
Features: Overlooking the picturesque waters of Lake Ontario and bordered by Joshua’s Creek, this enchanting mansion on the waterfront is the City’s newest event venue. Rich with history and charm, Holcim Waterfront Estate will be the ideal Mississauga location for your special occasions.
Address: 2700 Lakeshore Road West
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Kariya Park
Features: Japanese inspired park at Mississauga Centre
Address: 3605 Kariya Drive, Mississauga, ON L5B
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Leslie Log House
Features: Originally built in 1826 by Robert Leslie, opened in 2011 in partnership with the Streetsville Historical Society.
Address: 4415 Mississauga Road
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Queen Elizabeth Jubillee II Garden
Features: The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Garden is named after the commemoration of Her Majesty, The Queen’s 50th Anniversary of Her Accession to the Throne.
Address: 300 City Centre Drive
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Richard’s Memorial Park
Address: 804 Lakeshore West Rd.
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
Riverwood
Features: Located in central Mississauga with accessible trails, splendid wildlife and glorious views, Riverwood is a special place where history, nature, beauty and peace blend together to create an enjoyable and lasting outdoor experience.
Address: 4100 Riverwood Park Lane
Permit: Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
St. Lawrence Park Gazebo
Address: 75 St. Lawrence Drive
Permit: Park permits are required for wedding photography between Friday and Sunday with a fee and parking is limited to 4 cars per permit. / Website
Phone: 905.615.4100
