Sightseeing

First Canadian Place

📍 100 King Street West, Toronto, ON (at the corner of King and Bay), Canada

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Toronto
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: Suggested visit: 30–60 minutes
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free (only the lobby and lower-level commercial areas may be entered; the observation deck is not open to the public)
Address: 100 King Street West, Toronto, ON (at the corner of King and Bay), Canada
Coordinates: 43.6488, -79.3817

Introduction

First Canadian Place (FCP) is a high-rise office complex in Toronto's downtown financial district at the corner of King and Bay streets. Built around 1975, it stands about 298 metres tall with 72 storeys, making it Canada's tallest building, and serves as the Canadian headquarters of the Bank of Montreal. Its iconic white marble facade and rooftop antenna are widely recognized. The lower levels connect to the extensive PATH underground walkway network, large food courts and shopping areas; visitors can freely enter the lobby and lower-level commercial spaces to shop, dine, or glimpse Canada's tallest building. For security reasons, its top-floor observation deck is no longer open to the public.

✨ Highlights

At about 298 metres, it is Canada's tallest skyscraper

At First Canadian Place, At about 298 metres, it is Canada's tallest skyscraper is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Canadian headquarters of the Bank of Montreal, anchoring Toronto's financial centre

At First Canadian Place, Canadian headquarters of the Bank of Montreal, anchoring Toronto's financial centre is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

The lower levels connect to the PATH underground network, large food courts and shopping areas

At First Canadian Place, The lower levels connect to the PATH underground network, large food courts and shopping areas is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

The white marble facade and rooftop antenna make it highly recognizable

At First Canadian Place, The white marble facade and rooftop antenna make it highly recognizable is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Transportation：Take the TTC subway to King Station, then via the PATH underground walkway or on foot to exit; located in the downtown financial district.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free (only the lobby and lower-level commercial areas may be entered; the observation deck is not open to the public)

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Lower-level commercial and food-court areas generally follow business hours (typically weekday daytime to early evening; weekend and holiday hours may be shorter; subject to on-site confirmation).; admission: Free (only the lobby and lower-level commercial areas may be entered; the observation deck is not open to the public).

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

How much is the admission for First Canadian Place?

Adult: Free; Free (only the lobby and lower-level commercial areas may be entered; the observation deck is not open to the public)

Any practical tips for visiting First Canadian Place?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Lower-level commercial and food-court areas generally follow business hours (typically weekday daytime to early evening; weekend and holiday hours may be shorter; subject to on-site confirmation).; admission: Free (only the lobby and lower-level commercial areas may be entered; the observation deck is not open to the public). Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.