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# Museums in Toronto

## Quick answer

The best museums in Toronto are Art Gallery of Ontario and Royal Ontario Museum. World Museum Guide covers 2 museums in Toronto, Canada, with verified admission prices, opening hours and how long to allow for each. Check each guide for prices and free days.

Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.

## Toronto museums compared: price, time needed and closing day

| # | Museum | Admission | Time needed | Closed |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | [Art Gallery of Ontario](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/art-gallery-of-ontario/) | From CA$25 | 2–3 hours | See hours |
| 2 | [Royal Ontario Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/royal-ontario-museum/) | C$26 | 2–4 hours | Open daily |

Standard adult prices, checked from 2026-06-30. Confirm on each museum's official website before you go.

## Toronto museums, ranked

 

### [Art Gallery of Ontario](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/art-gallery-of-ontario/)

Art Museum · Best for art lovers & first-timers

One of North America's largest art museums, redesigned by Frank Gehry — home to the world's largest collection of Henry Moore sculptures and the largest public collection of Canadian art.

From CA$25 · ⏱ 2–3 hours

 

### [Royal Ontario Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/royal-ontario-museum/)

Art Museum · Best for families & history enthusiasts

The Royal Ontario Museum opened in 1914 and now holds more than 13 million objects across 40 galleries. Its 2007 Michael Lee-Chin Crystal — five interlocking aluminum and glass prisms — has become a Toronto landmark.

C$26 · ⏱ 2–4 hours

## Museums in Toronto: FAQs

### What are the best museums in Toronto?

The best museums in Toronto are Art Gallery of Ontario and Royal Ontario Museum. World Museum Guide ranks 2 museums in Toronto by visitor numbers and collection strength.

### How many museums in Toronto does World Museum Guide cover?

World Museum Guide covers 2 museums in Toronto, Canada. Each guide lists admission, opening hours, highlights and how long to allow.

### Which museums in Toronto are free?

No museum in our Toronto guide is free for every visitor. Free or reduced on certain days or for certain visitors: Art Gallery of Ontario (Free Wednesday evenings 6–9 PM).

### Which museums in Toronto are open on Mondays?

Open on Mondays: Royal Ontario Museum. Closed on Mondays: Art Gallery of Ontario. Hours can change on public holidays, so check each museum's official website.

### Which museums in Toronto are open late?

Late openings: Art Gallery of Ontario (Wednesday until 9:00 PM). Evening visits are usually the quietest time to see the highlights.

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