Bata Shoe Museum

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André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled

Over 95 designs by André Perugia (1893-1977), pioneer of the stiletto heel, made for Dior, Schiaparelli, Josephine Baker and other clients.

Now showing30 Oct 2025 – 4 Apr 2027$16

Unearthing Vindolanda: Footwear from the Edge of the Roman Empire

Over 100 shoes from the Roman fort of Vindolanda near Hadrian's Wall, from children's shoes to soldiers' boots, shown in North America for the first time.

Now showingFrom 7 May$16

Brilliant: The Art of Beaded Footwear Around the World

85 beaded shoes spanning 400 years from Africa, Europe, South Asia, North America and Western Asia, showing how beadwork expresses status and identity.

Now showingFrom 22 Oct$16

Permanent Collections

All About Shoes: Footwear Through the Ages

The museum's flagship gallery traces 4,500 years of footwear, from Egyptian cartonnage sandals and Italian chopines to Manchu platform shoes and Manolo Blahnik.

Permanent collection$16

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Visitor Information

How much does Bata Shoe Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to Bata Shoe Museum is $16. Seniors $12; students 18+ $8; children 5-17 $5; under 5, Indigenous Peoples and accompanying care workers free; family passes $26/$39. Free for everyone on Sundays.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Bata Shoe Museum?

Bata Shoe Museum is open Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00, Sun 12:00-17:00 (free admission on Sundays). Closed 25 and 26 December and 1 January; regular hours on other statutory holidays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Bata Shoe Museum?

Bata Shoe Museum is located at 327 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M5S 1W7, Canada, in the The Annex / University of Toronto area of Toronto. The nearest stations are St. George (TTC Lines 1 and 2) and Spadina (TTC Lines 1 and 2).

What can I see at Bata Shoe Museum?

4,500 years of footwear, from Egyptian sandals to Roman boots and designer stilettos, in a shoebox-shaped building on Bloor Current highlights include Unearthing Vindolanda: Footwear from the Edge of the Roman Empire, Brilliant: The Art of Beaded Footwear Around the World and All About Shoes: Footwear Through the Ages.

Do I need to book Bata Shoe Museum in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Bata Shoe Museum?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.