Allan Gardens: A Botanical Oasis in the Heart of Toronto

Getting There

• Walking

  From Yorkville, head south on Yonge Street towards Bloor Street. Once you reach Bloor Street, turn left and walk east until you reach Church Street. At Church Street, turn right and walk south until you reach Gerrard Street. Turn left on Gerrard Street and continue walking until you reach 160 Gerrard St E, where Allan Gardens is located. This walk should take approximately 25-30 minutes, depending on your pace.

• Public Transit - Subway

  From Yorkville, walk to the nearest subway station at Bloor-Yonge Station. Take the Yonge-University Line (Line 1) southbound towards Union. Get off at the next stop, which is Wellesley Station. From Wellesley Station, exit and walk east along Wellesley Street until you reach Church Street. Turn left on Church Street and head south to Gerrard Street. Turn left onto Gerrard Street, and Allan Gardens will be at 160 Gerrard St E. The subway fare is approximately $3.25 CAD.

• Public Transit - Streetcar

  From Yorkville, walk to the nearest streetcar stop on Avenue Road. Board the 5 Avenue Road South streetcar and ride until you reach the stop at Bloor Street. Transfer to the 501 Queen Streetcar, heading east. Ride until you reach the stop at Gerrard Street. Exit and walk north one block to Allan Gardens at 160 Gerrard St E. The streetcar fare is also approximately $3.25 CAD.