Yonge-Dundas Square

Yonge-Dundas Square, the Times Square of Toronto

The Toronto audio-guided tour plunges you into the bustle of Yonge-Dundas Square, one of the city's main crossroads, with its bright stage and flashy screens. Opened to the public in 2003, as part of a downtown renovation, it is a unique gathering place.

A crossroads born of a renovation

This square attracts tens of millions of people each year. Its appeal lies in the long list of events it hosts from January to December, from a simple yoga class to major international celebrations. Affectionately nicknamed the Times Square of Toronto, it makes the most of its giant screens and central location to set the rhythm of downtown life.

What there is to see

The square pulses to the rhythm of its bright billboards, its concerts and its festivals. It is one of the liveliest spots in the city, especially in the evening. There you feel the pulse of Toronto, among shops, crowds and giant screens. Recently renamed, the square remains an essential meeting point in the heart of downtown.

Practical information

Yonge-Dundas Square is at the intersection of Yonge Street and Dundas Street, in the heart of downtown Toronto. It is a public square freely accessible at all hours and on the level. Its programme of events runs throughout the year.

Why is it called the Times Square of Toronto?

Because of its giant screens, its bright billboards and its constant activity, which recall the famous New York crossroads.

When was the square opened?

Yonge-Dundas Square was opened to the public in 2003, as part of a downtown renovation project in Toronto.