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Town Hall Square: A Tranquil Oasis in Yorkville

A hidden gem in Yorkville, Town Hall Square offers a serene escape with modern design and lush greenery, perfect for a peaceful break.

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Town Hall Square is a small, urban park nestled in the heart of Toronto's upscale Yorkville neighborhood. Built atop an underground parking garage, this green space offers a peaceful retreat with its manicured landscaping and modern design, providing a place for relaxation and small public gatherings.

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Local tips

  • Visit during the summer months to enjoy free music performances in the park.
  • Take a stroll through the square to admire the unique 25-foot Corten steel and aluminum sculpture.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch on one of the concrete disks surrounding the Ginkgo trees.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the intersection of Bloor Street West and Bay Street, walk north on Bay Street until you reach Yorkville Avenue. Turn right onto Yorkville Avenue and walk east for one block. Town Hall Square will be on your right, adjacent to the Yorkville Library. The walk is approximately 5 minutes.

  • Public Transport

    Take the TTC subway to Bay Station on the Bloor-Danforth line. Exit the station and walk north on Bay Street to Yorkville Avenue. Turn right onto Yorkville Avenue and walk east for one block. Town Hall Square will be on your right. A single fare on the TTC is $3.35 if paying with cash, $3.30 with a Presto card.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Request a taxi or ride-share to 25 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto. This will bring you directly to Town Hall Square. Expect to pay approximately $10-15 for a short ride within the downtown core.

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Town Hall Square, a 0.6-acre park in Toronto's Yorkville, provides a tranquil escape from the city's bustle. Located adjacent to the Yorkville Library, the park's design balances aesthetics and functionality. Created in 2005, the park sits entirely on top of an underground parking garage, posing unique design challenges that were overcome with innovative planting solutions. The park's design, a modern take on traditional French parterres, features bold geometric patterns that are visually appealing from both street level and the surrounding high-rise residences. Rows of Ginkgo trees, known for their resilience in urban environments, line the square, their roots protected by concrete disks that double as seating. Precast pots containing boxwood balls, yew hedging, and vinca ground cover contribute to the park's neat and orderly appearance. A 25-foot Corten steel and aluminum sculpture by Canadian artist Jean-Pierre Morin adds an artistic focal point to the square. Selected through a public art competition, the sculpture complements the park's contemporary design. Town Hall Square is designed to accommodate various activities, from casual strolls and lunch breaks to group meetings and small-scale events. The park demonstrates how land once considered unusable can be transformed into a beautiful and functional urban retreat.

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