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Please note that the Museum’s main passenger elevator is currently out of service. If you require assistance, please notify Visitor Services upon your arrival, who will arrange for the use of an alternate elevator. Thank you for your understanding. Contact us here for more information.

Advanced tickets are not required, but always recommended. Book your ticket now through ShowPass. Admission includes access to all galleries and special exhibitions.

General Admission:
Adults $ 16
Seniors $ 12
Students (18+ with valid ID) $ 8
Youth ages 5-17+++ $ 5
Children ages 0-4 FREE
Indigenous Peoples (FN, I, M) FREE
Care and Support Workers (Accompanying visitors) FREE
Family Passes:
1: Includes 1 adult and up to 4 children $ 26
2: Includes 2 adults and up to 4 children $ 39

Admission is FREE for everyone on Sundays.


 

Museum Hours

Monday to Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday 12pm – 5pm

Closed on December 25, 26, and January 1. Regular hours on other statutory holidays.
 

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Location

The Bata Shoe Museum is located at 327 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario, on the southwest corner of Bloor and St. George streets. The nearest subway station is St. George (a one-minute walk).


 

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Group Tours

 
Bring your Group to the BSM for a one-of-a-kind experience.

Prebook your visit for groups of 12 or more to receive discounted pricing and exclusive hands-on workshop experiences celebrating the world’s largest collection of over 15,000 footwear artifacts spanning across 4,500 years of history. From ancient Egyptian sandals to celebrity stilettos, our unique museum in the heart of downtown Toronto will surprise and delight visitors of all ages and interests.

Guided Tour (45 minutes)
Enhance your experience with a guided tour of one or more of our current exhibitions.

Leather Craft Workshop (45 minutes)
Following a brief presentation about the ancient art of leathercraft and shoemaking, roll up your sleeves to create your own handcrafted leather keychain—a unique souvenir to treasure forever. Designed for all skill levels.
 


Group Rates

Student (18+)
Unguided Visit $7.20
Guided Tour $13.00
Guided Tour + Workshop $21.00
Adults
Unguided Visit $14.40
Guided Tour $20.00
Guided Tour + Workshop $30.00
Seniors
Unguided Visit $10.80
Guided Tour $17.00
Guided Tour + Workshop $25.00

 
Prices are per person plus HST for groups of 12 or more.

 

Private Curator Tours

Director and Senior Curator $950.00
Curator and Manager of Exhibitions $750.00

 
Available upon request for groups of 10 or under.
 

Book a Group Visit

Tell us about your group and select your preferred times and dates using the Group Booking Request Form. If availability exists, you will be automatically booked. A member of our Education Team will contact you to confirm your time or make alternative arrangements if needed. For questions, contact tours@batashoemuseum.ca

Please read the museum Terms & Conditions before booking.