Hockey Hall of Fame

Tickets & Visitor Guide to the Shrine of Hockey

⏱ 2-3 hours👤 All ages$$

The Hockey Hall of Fame is the official museum and hall of fame of ice hockey, and a pilgrimage site for fans of the sport. Located in downtown Toronto within Brookfield Place, it occupies (in part) the magnificent former Bank of Montreal building, a Beaux-Arts gem whose stained-glass-domed Great Hall provides a fittingly grand setting for the game's most sacred objects.

The museum traces the entire history of hockey — its origins, eras, leagues, and the legends who shaped it — through extensive exhibits and an unrivaled collection of memorabilia: historic jerseys, equipment, trophies, and artifacts spanning the game's history, including tributes to the players, builders, and broadcasters honored in the Hall. Interactive zones are a big part of the appeal: you can take shots against a simulated goalie, try stopping virtual pucks as a goalie yourself, call play-by-play in a broadcast booth, and more — fun for all ages, fan or not.

The highlight for most visitors is the Great Hall, the former bank's stunning domed chamber, which displays the original Stanley Cup and the honored-members plaques. Visitors can typically get up close to the Stanley Cup — one of the most famous trophies in sports — for photos. It's a manageable visit of around 2 to 3 hours, indoors and central (a great all-weather option), and easy to combine with the Financial District, St. Lawrence Market, and the waterfront nearby. A must for hockey lovers, and more engaging than non-fans might expect.