Toronto Music Garden
The Toronto Music Garden is a delightful and beautifully landscaped 3 acre garden, inspired by the music of Bach, located on the Toronto Harbourfront
The Toronto Music Garden is a celebration of music and art inspired by the first of a six part film series by Renowned Cellest Yo-Yo Ma titled 'Inspired by Bach'. In the first film of the series, Yo-Yo Ma and renowned landscape designer, Julie Moir Messervy worked together to interpret Bach's first suite in nature. The garden was originally planned for Boston, but after that fell through the project was embraced by Toronto.
The 3 acre garden is divided into 6 sections inspired by the movements of Bach's Suite No. 1 for Unaccompanied Cello. The sections are Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabnade, Menuett, and Gigue. The park is a beautiful spot to quietly meditate on art and nature.
Be sure to take advantage of the 'Summer Music in the Garden' concert series held in the gardens on Thursdays at 7 pm and on Sundays at 4 pm.
You will find the Toronto Music Garden located in the Harbourfront District. For more information about the park visit the official site link below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoToronto Music Garden Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Address: 479 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5V 3M8, Canada
Phone: (416) 973-4000
Official Website: Toronto Music Garden
Toronto Music Garden Reviews
Rated out of 5
What a beautiful place to spend some time on a warm summer day. We got here very easily on the streetcars. There are very nice views of Lake Ontario and the boats docked on the harbor side. Lots of monarch butterflies to see as well. Obviously the main attraction here are the musicians who perform in the park, which really adds a lot to the ambiance.
Ethan - a week ago
Free to see and visit. Very beautiful garden. Well-kept and maintained. There is clearly a theme to the garden and you can follow the signs to get a better understanding to this Garden. The middle has an area which resembles two stages. From time to time there are events or just buskers playing. Nice to walk through for sure. Take your time and enjoy it. The paths are a little narrow. Do not suggest running through here.
JC Le - a month ago
Such a peaceful and beautiful hidden gem, especially in the summer. The landscaping is stunning with winding paths, lush greenery, and an abundance of flowers. There are always birds singing. It is unique due to its connection to music. Each section of the garden reflects the movement and emotion of the piece. A calm escape in the city!
Daria Kurovskaya - 2 months ago
Very nice and well maintained garden! Beautiful spot for photos - we didn’t attend a music event, but sharing the schedule here for summer2025! Great spot to stop by while riding your bike on the waterfront bike trail.
Bana Jamil - a month ago
Smashing IT! ⛲
An enchanting get away right in the heart of the downtown core and Harbour Front lies nestled a garden to impress the eyes and soul.
Take a walk along it's many paths, twist and turns to delight.
You almost feel at times that you're over-seas in a sophisticated British Garden.
Any time of the day and any time of the year this breath-taking garden will bring calmness to an otherwise hectic and chaotic world.
Enjoy the flowers, trees and various benches. Take it all in and remember what it felt to relax in nature's beauty.
Sandi Cole - 3 months ago
Directions
| TTC Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Yonge-University-Spadina | Union Station | 1 Minute |
How to get to Toronto Music Garden by TTC Subway
From Union Station catch the #509 Harbourfront Replacement Bus bus southbound on Bay Street and get off at Spadina Avenue. You can enter the park at the corner of Spadina Ave and Queen's Quay W.
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'Courante Movement' in Toronto Music Garden cc licensed photo by Shaun Merritt -
The 'Maypole' located in the Courante Movement of Toronto Music Garden cc licensed photo by Shaun Merritt -
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