Nathan Phillips Square

Nathan Phillips Square

Nathan • Phillips Square is a public square situated in the forecourt of Toronto City Hall, at the intersection of Queen Street West and Bay Street. It is named after Nathan • Phillips, who served as the Mayor of Toronto from 1955 to 1962. The square was opened in 1965 and, like the City Hall, was designed by the renowned Finnish architect Viljo Revell.

Built atop an underground parking garage that can accommodate 2,400 cars, Nathan • Phillips Square is constructed with two types of reinforced concrete. The square features a large reflecting pool, a garden, and a sculpture created by British artist Henry Moore. Since its opening, Nathan • Phillips Square has been one of Toronto residents’ favorite urban spaces. It has hosted numerous concerts, art exhibitions, winter light festivals, and public events, including ——. It is also home to a weekly “farmers' market.”

In winter, when the square’s pool freezes over, it becomes an outdoor skating rink. Skates are available for rent at the kiosk nearby, attracting skaters from all over. The outdoor skating rink operates from mid-November to mid-March, providing a great outdoor activity space during the long winter.

Nathan Phillips Square

Must-visit reason: Toronto residents’ favorite skating square in winter

Continent where the attraction is located: North America【North America】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Canada[Canada]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Ontario [Ontario]

City where the attraction is located: Toronto [Toronto ]