Notable movie and TV show locations in Ontario

The Umbrella Academy

In this popular Netflix series, seven children with mysterious origins are adopted by billionaire Sir Reginald Hargreeves, who transforms them into a superhero team dubbed “The Umbrella Academy”. Many of The Umbrella Academy’s filming locations were shot in Toronto and Hamilton.

LIUNA Station, Hamilton

The iconic bank robbery scene in season one was filmed at the majestic LIUNA Station, a lavish banquet hall that frequently hosts weddings and other events. 

Location: 360 James Street North, Hamilton

Gage Park, Hamilton

Hamilton’s largest community park was substituted as a nature spot where Luther went out jogging before his abduction by the Sparrow Academy.

Location: 1000 Main Street East, Hamilton

Gardiner Museum, Toronto

The exterior of Toronto’s ceramic museum appears as the Sparrow Academy House.

Location: 111 Queen's Park, Toronto

Lakeview Restaurant, Toronto

Viktor and Allison enjoy drinks together at the Lakeview Restaurant. Known for its historic, cozy atmosphere, it served as a filming location for many other movies.

Location: 1132 Dundas Street West, Toronto

Suits

The legal drama Suits follows Mike Ross, a university dropout with a photographic memory, who is hired as an associate lawyer despite not having a law licence. Among its talented cast is the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, who lived in Toronto whenever she was filming for the show. Though the series takes place in New York City, the majority of the scenes in Suits were filmed in Toronto.

Bay-Adelaide Centre, Toronto

The Specter Litt Wheeler Williams law firm was filmed in the Bay-Adelaide Centre, a large corporate complex in Toronto’s Financial District. The top offices are restricted to workers, but you can visit the retail shops and eateries in the centre’s underground floor that connects to the PATH system.

Location: 333 Bay Street, Toronto

Fairmont Royal York, Toronto

Enjoy a luxurious stay at the Fairmont Royal York, just across the street from Union Station. The hotel’s spacious lobby is where the board meeting with McKernon Motors was held.

Location: 100 Front Street West, Toronto

Ritz-Carlton, Toronto

Alternatively, spend the night at the trendy Ritz-Carlton, one of Toronto’s top luxury hotels, where Harvey and Jones met with Daniel Vega and his attorney.

Location: 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto

Luma Restaurant, Toronto

Enjoy a meal like your favourite Suits characters at Luma Restaurant. Located on the second floor of the TIFF Lightbox, this classy restaurant serves up creative twists on Canadian dishes, made with fresh fish and seasonal vegetables.

Location: 350 King Street West (2nd Floor), Toronto

Crepe it Up, Toronto

Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Crepe it Up is another place where many Suits characters have dined. You can feast on sugary crêpes with coffee at this casual dessert spot located at the St. Lawrence Market.

Location: 91 Front Street East, Toronto

The Handmaid’s Tale

Based on the novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale is a dystopian TV show about a totalitarian society where fertile women, known as Handmaids, are forced to bear children for infertile families. The main protagonist, June Osborne, is captured while trying to escape with her husband and daughter and she becomes a Handmaid. The show was filmed at multiple locations across Ontario, particularly in Toronto, Cambridge and Hamilton.

Toronto City Hall, Toronto

While watching the show, you may have spotted the recognizable Toronto City Hall in the background. It’s featured in several key scenes, including the executions in season three.

Location: 100 Queen Street West, Toronto

Central Presbyterian Church, Cambridge

Another recurring location is the Central Presbyterian Church in the heart of Cambridge. Its majestic appearance and nearby arch bridge provide a stunning backdrop for both TV filming and personal selfies.

Location: 7 Queens Square, Cambridge

Mill Race Park, Cambridge

Take a stroll around the picturesque Mill Race Park, the same way Offred and Ofglen do whenever they walk by the Wall.

Location: 36 Water Street North, Cambridge

Ripley’s Aquarium, Toronto

The opening flashback scene of season one, episode five was shot at Ripley’s Aquarium. It’s a popular family attraction that houses thousands of aquatic animals such as fish, octopus, stingrays and sharks.

Location: 288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto

St. Lawrence Market, Toronto

The scene where June is disguised as a Martha takes place at St. Lawrence Market, an enormous market that is packed with specialty vendors and antique dealers inside a historic building.

Location: 92–95 Front Street East, Toronto

Beanfield Centre, Toronto

Visit the Eyes’ headquarters at the Beanfield Centre in Toronto’s Exhibition Place, a large conference centre that blends its historical architecture with state-of-the-art modern technology.

Location: 105 Princes' Boulevard, Toronto

RBG Fishway, Hamilton

The boat smuggling scene was filmed at the Fishway, at the mouth of Hamilton’s Desjardins Canal. This scenic wetland habitat keeps invasive carp out of the marsh while helping migrating fish bypass obstacles to reach Lake Ontario.

Location: Harbour Drive, Hamilton

Gilmore Girls

A critically acclaimed comedy-drama series follows the lives of Lorelai Gilmore and her teenage daughter, Lorelai “Rory” Gilmore in the small town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut.

Although the show is set in the United States, the pilot episode was filmed in Unionville, Markham and has since become a popular destination for fans of the show, especially during the autumn season. The remainder of the show was strongly influenced by Unionville, although it was filmed in California. 

Main Street, Unionville

Please note that Main Street is closed for restoration construction from April 7 to August 13, 2025. However, you are still encouraged to visit and support the local businesses as they remain open to pedestrians throughout the closure.

Before visiting, be sure to check the status on the Unionville website.

Visit iconic spots like Luke’s Diner, the inspiration for the show’s gazebos and the Redbrick Church, all featured in Gilmore Girls. Take the Gilmore Girls Self-Guided Tour in Markham to learn more. 

Location: Markham

The Boys

An American action-packed satirical superhero series follows a group of vigilantes battling enemies who disguise themselves as heroes. With a gripping storyline, the show has gained a massive following in the past few years.

Although it is set in New York, many scenes were filmed in Toronto and other cities in Ontario and enhanced with computer-generated imagery (CGI).

Roy Thomson Hall, Toronto

Vought International's company headquarters is filmed at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto's entertainment district. Various scenes show the interior and exterior of the building.

Experience a symphony orchestra performance or explore the depths of caves to the farthest reaches of our cosmos at the National Geographic Live event at the venue.

Location: 60 Simcoe Street, Toronto

Wet ‘n’ Wild water park, Brampton

In the first episode of season 2, The Deep is arrested at the fictional Splash Zone Sandusky Park, which was filmed at Brampton’s Wet ‘n’ Wild water park.

During the summer, enjoy a fun-filled experience for the entire family, featuring slides, kids' splash areas, a wave pool, a lazy river and various social events.

Location: 7855 Finch Avenue West, Brampton

Allan Gardens, Toronto

Butcher and Hughie are seen outside Allan Gardens, a beautiful urban garden attraction.

Escape the bustle of the city in this zen-like indoor botanical garden that features thematic arid, temperate and tropical greenhouses.

Location: 160 Gerrard Street East, Toronto

Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC), Toronto

The world premiere of The Dawn of the Seven was filmed at the South Building of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC). During the 33rd Annual Firearm Convention, Butcher confronts Gunpowder while investigating Soldier Boy's death.

As one of North America's premier convention centres, this is the venue for many of Ontario’s most popular events and conventions.

Location: 255 Front Street West, Toronto

Tribute Communities Centre, Oshawa

The Vaught On Ice musical sequence was filmed at the Tribute Communities Centre in Oshawa.

The centre offers exceptional entertainment for all ages, including concerts, comedy shows and hockey games. Check the events calendar for the latest updates.

Location: 99 Athol Street East, Oshawa

Anne of Green Gables 

A classic children’s novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery follows the adventures of an 11-year-old orphan girl named Anne in the fictional town of Avonlea in Prince Edward Island, Canada.

The novel has been adapted into films, TV series, including the recent Netflix hit, Anne with an E and musicals, with several filming locations in Ontario.

Pickering Museum Village, Greenwood

With 19 heritage buildings dating from 1810, Pickering Museum Village is the largest historical pioneer village in the Durham Region. The iconic white picket fences and gardens transport you back in time. Anne walked the ridgepole of the roof of The Cole House.

Location: 3550 Greenwood Road, Greenwood

The Spadina Museum, Toronto

The Spadina Museum was used to represent Beechwood, Aunt Josephine Barry’s home. This stunning historic mansion, opened in 1984, offers a perspective on the triumphs and challenges from 1900 to the 1930s. Take a free guided tour of the historic house and gardens.

Location: 285 Spadina Road, Toronto

Westfield Heritage Village, Rockton

Take a stroll through Westfield Heritage Village, which contains over 30 historical buildings, many of which were used for the filming of the series and movie. The museum, which is a 30-minute drive from Hamilton, takes you back in time and is staffed by costumed interpreters.

Location: 1049 Kirkwall Road, Rockton

The Simcoe County Museum, Minesing

Step inside the 1900 schoolhouse featured in the film as the Avonlea Schoolhouse, where Anne and Diana were famously pelted with pinecones.

The Simcoe County Museum offers an immersive experience. This interactive museum includes a climate-controlled facility with five galleries, surrounded by 16 heritage and display buildings set within 327 acres of forested parkland.

Location: 1151 ON-26, Minesing

IT Chapter One and IT Chapter Two

The popular horror novel IT by Stephen King was adapted into two films, IT Chapter One and IT Chapter Two. The story follows the Losers’ Club, composed of seven misfit friends, as they confront a terrifying clown, IT.

IT terrorizes the Losers’ town of Derry, Maine, but the movie’s scenes were filmed in Port Hope and other places around Ontario.

IT Walking Tour, Port Hope

Port Hope, a small community located about a two-hour drive east of Toronto, was transformed into the town of Derry for the IT movies. Tour through some of the movie’s most iconic spots like the Memorial Park and the bridge on Walton Street with the help of the IT Walking Tour.

Location: Port Hope

Elora Quarry, Elora

The sparkling waters scene where the Losers jump in to enjoy a swim was filmed at Elora Quarry. This unique limestone quarry is encircled by 12-metre-tall cliffs and offers scenic hiking, a large beach area for swimming and shaded areas for a secluded picnic.

Location: 319 Wellington Road 18, Elora

Rouge National Urban Park, Greater Toronto Area

This urban park served as “The Barrens” in the film.

The largest urban park in North America, it’s home to diverse wildlife, forests and marshland. Learn more about the park’s cultural history by joining a guided nature walk, led by knowledgeable Parks Canada leaders.

Location: 25 Zoo Road, Toronto

West Montrose Covered Bridge, West Montrose

The bridge where an “H” is cut into Ben’s skin is the West Montrose Covered Bridge, the only remaining covered bridge in Ontario. It’s known as the “Kissing Bridge”, as 19th-century travellers would sneak a kiss while riding through the sheltered bridge.

Location: 1 Covered Bridge Drive, West Montrose

The Shape of Water

Directed by Guillermo del Toro, the award-winning movie The Shape of Water follows the life of Elisa, a mute janitor working for a secret government laboratory during the height of the Cold War. After the laboratory captures a human-like amphibian and decides to kill it, Elisa helps the creature escape.

While the story is set in Baltimore, you may recognize some iconic spots in Toronto and Hamilton.

Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre, Toronto

Marvel at the grand Edwardian design of the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre, the last surviving set of double-decker theatres in the world and a timeless spot to watch musicals, movies and concerts.

In the movie, Elisa’s apartment (which was constructed in a film studio) was located above this theatre.

Location: 189 Yonge Street, Toronto

Hamilton City Hall, Hamilton

Visit the iconic Hamilton City Hall on the city’s Main Street, which served as the office for the “Klein and Saunders” agency, where Giles’ design work is turned down.

Location: 71 Main Street West, Hamilton

Andrews Building, Scarborough

The brutalist concrete structure of the “OCCAM Aerospace Research Center” where Elisa works is the Andrews Building on the University of Toronto Scarborough campus.

Location: Humanities Wing, 1265 Military Trail, Scarborough

The Carlu, Toronto

Stylish and modern, The Carlu is a popular event space for weddings and corporate events. It was also used in the film as the location where the spy Hoffstetler met with his superior, who ordered him to kill the creature.

Location: 444 Yonge Street #7, Toronto    

Keating Channel, Toronto

Elisa and her allies released the creature back into the water at the Keating Channel, a narrow dock on Lake Shore Boulevard East that connects Toronto’s Don River to Lake Ontario.

Location: Lake Shore Boulevard East, Toronto

Step into the scenes of your favorite films and TV shows. Explore Ontario’s iconic filming locations and experience the magic in real life.