The Art Gallery of Ontario has been added to the Toronto CityPASS program, expanding visitor access to one of Canada's preeminent cultural institutions. CityPASS, the first bundled attraction ticketing program in North America, offers significant savings on combined admission to top attractions across 17 major cities in the United States and Canada. The AGO represents a standout addition to the already impressive roster of Toronto CityPASS attractions, which includes major destinations like the CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada.
Originally founded in 1900, the Art Gallery of Ontario is one of North America's largest art museums, housing a collection of more than 120,000 works that span cutting-edge contemporary art, significant works by Indigenous and Canadian artists, and European masterpieces. The institution presents wide-ranging exhibitions and programs, including solo exhibitions and acquisitions by diverse and underrepresented artists from around the world. Home to the world's largest public collection of Henry Moore sculptures, highlights include Peter Paul Rubens' The Massacre of the Innocents, Pablo Picasso's La misereuse accroupie from his Blue Period, and the Thomson Collection of Shipmodels.
The partnership matters because it significantly reduces financial barriers for visitors seeking to experience world-class art. Toronto CityPASS tickets save travelers up to 38% on prepaid admission to five of the city's top attractions in one mobile ticket. The program includes admission to CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, plus a choice of three additional attractions: Royal Ontario Museum, City Cruises Toronto, Casa Loma, Toronto Zoo, or the newly added Art Gallery of Ontario. This bundled approach makes cultural tourism more accessible while encouraging visitors to explore multiple institutions during their stay.
The AGO is currently embarking on its seventh expansion since being founded in 1900. When completed in 2027, the new Dani Reiss Modern and Contemporary Gallery will increase exhibition space for the museum's growing modern and contemporary collection. In addition to its permanent collection and special exhibitions, the AGO offers programming for all ages and interests, from live performances to talks, and is open late every Wednesday and Friday until 9 p.m. The institution's inclusion in CityPASS aligns with its ongoing efforts to broaden public engagement with art.
Megan Allen, president and CEO of City Pass, Inc., stated that the Art Gallery of Ontario is an essential cultural destination and that the partnership reinforces the mission to make world-class experiences more affordable, accessible and convenient for travelers. Tickets cost $134.96 CAD for adults and $99.96 CAD for children ages 4-12, excluding tax, and are valid for nine consecutive days including the first day of use. Mobile tickets are available at https://citypass.com, where ticketholders can also use the My CityPASS app to access tickets, view attraction details, special offers, upgrades, and more. City Pass, Inc. offers a 365-day return policy on non-activated tickets, providing additional flexibility for travelers.
