Royal Ontario Museum

The Royal Ontario Museum is world renowned for its collection of artifacts representing world cultures and natural history

Old architecture meets new at the Royal Ontario Museum
Old architecture meets new at the Royal Ontario Museum cc licensed photo by Aviad2001

Toronto's recently expanded Royal Ontario Museum or ROM displays millions of artifacts in over 40 different galleries.

The original building opened in 1914 and has seen two major expansions. The most recent expansion and renovation project, a modern addition called the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal has provided a major increase in display spaces.

The ROM is the largest museum of natural history and world culture in Canada. It ranks 5th largest among all museums in North America. This fascinating museum houses many fascinating and notable galleries (forty in all) including a huge collection of dinosaurs from around the world, a textile gallery showing goods from eras throughout history, collections of art from around the globe and of course Canadian as well as European history.

For further information about the Royal Ontario Museum including admission charges visit see their official site linked below.

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes.

Royal Ontario Museum Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Address: 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6, Canada

Phone: (416) 586-8000

Official Website: Royal Ontario Museum

Royal Ontario Museum Reviews

Rated 4.7 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating At the ROM, I always have the best time. There are always excellent special exhibits in addition to their normal exhibits. It's incredibly orderly and spotless. It's a great place for adult as also child. The area showcasing the butterfly & cat wild exhibit was i loved it since everything was beautifully maintained had excellent information next to each item and created awe-inspiring displays. Those how are interested in history should allow three to four hours to see every area of the museum. All in all, it was a wonderful experience.
ritu ghosh - 2 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating I had a fantastic experience at the Royal Ontario Museum! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even more enjoyable. There’s so much to learn, with exhibits that cover a wide range of interests—from history to natural science. The museum is well-organized, and every corner offers something new and fascinating. I highly recommend it for anyone who loves to explore and expand their knowledge.
Basil Paul - a week ago

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5 Star Rating Fantastic displays that keep you wandering the museum for hours on end. Something for everyone to enjoy from rocks and minerals (even meteorites) to dinosaurs. Art from all over the world from different centuries. Amazing history is found and taught here. I spent 4 hours at the museum but could have easily spent the entire day here with how many outstanding things there were to see. They offer hands-on opportunities for education, which is great for all ages. I can't say enough wonderful things about the ROM. It is a must-see!
Alycia W - a week ago

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5 Star Rating One of the most beautiful, diverse and informative museums I‘ve visited so far. The temporary “Wild Cats“ exhibition (August 2024) was so sweet, too. I also appreciated the the variety in architecture depending on the different themes/time periods of the exhibitions. Overall a great experience, it‘s just too much to see for one day (if you plan on reading many of the information signs).
Mina Petrović - 4 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating I visited the museum last week and it was an incredible experience. The place is beautiful, very large, and has many interesting exhibits about different cultures. I recommend starting the tour from the top floor and gradually making your way down. If you can, visit the museum in the morning to explore it at a leisurely pace and fully enjoy everything it has to offer. The animal and dinosaur sections are impressive, and the first floor, dedicated to Chinese culture, is fascinating. Highly recommended!
Caro Correa Ceballos - 3 months ago

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Directions

TTC Subway Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Bloor-Danforth St. George Station4 Minutes
Yonge-University-SpadinaMuseum4 Minutes

How to get to Royal Ontario Museum by TTC Subway

From St. George Station walk south on Bedford and go left (east on Bloor Street W to )the main entrance in the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal.

From Museum Station exits onto Queens Park right in front of the Royal Ontario Museum; walk north to Bloor Street and go left to the main entrance.

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