Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel

ABOUT MICHELANGELO’S SISTINE CHAPEL: THE EXHIBITION

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FRESCOES

Licensed high-definition photos brought to life using a special printing technique that emulates the look and feel of the original paintings

10K+

SQUARE FEET

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel is one of the largest global immersive experiences. The exhibition is in Toronto for a limited time after successful showcases in Melbourne, London, New York City, and Shanghai

TEC BISTRO and Cafe

Great food, art and culture are always on the menu at TEC BISTRO.

Located in the Toronto Event Centre during the Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition, TEC BISTRO offers house-made delicacies and signature cocktails.
Explore our menu offerings below and join us on Wednesdays to Sundays, between 12 PM to 7 PM. Don’t forget to visit the Café, proudly serving Starbucks®, for a freshly baked treat and espresso between 10 AM and noon.

HOURS

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Thursday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Friday: 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM

MENUS

CAFE

Join us from Wednesday to Sunday from 10 AM to Noon for your favourite coffee bar treats

BISTRO

Lunch and dinner are available Wednesday to Sunday from Noon to 7 PM for your favourite Canadian comfort foods

DRINKS

Explore signature cocktails like the Star of Michelangelo, or cheers with a glass of Pinot Grigio

EXHIBIT DETAILS

Date

February 3 – April 2, 2023

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Thursday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Friday: 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM

Duration

The visit takes around 60 to 90 minutes

Admission

Starting at $28 per adult and $22 for children.

Location

Toronto Event Centre
15 Saskatchewan Rd Toronto, Ontario M6K 3C3

Accessibility

The exhibition is wheelchair accessible

Audio Guide

Digital audio guides available (download to personal device via QR code). Guests are encouraged to bring their own headphones in order to enjoy the audio guide

FAQs

While visitors to the Vatican can only marvel at these frescoes only from afar, Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition now offers the opportunity to observe these masterpieces close up, in the form of reproductions. The exhibition takes us up onto the scaffolding during restoration for a new perspective. After centuries of use, the paintings in the Chapel had become covered in such a thick layer of dust and soot, and as a result of this deterioration the brilliance of the original luminous colors had all but disappeared. It was not until the comprehensive restoration work carried out in the 1980s and 1990s that the true richness of color in the wall and ceiling frescoes could once more be observed. The exhibition illustrates the restoration and allows us to view the monumental paintings from a distance of only 4 meters, as opposed to the usual 20 meters. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel thus brings an entirely new perspective to this work by Michelangelo and acts as a form of art in its own right.

Can I bring a stroller?

Yes, strollers are permitted. There are no facilities for storing strollers or left unattended.

Is there seating available?

Seating is limited and is only available on a first-come, first-served basis. As seating is limited, we encourage guests to be mindful of guests who have mobility limitations.

Will there be a gift shop?

Yes! Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition has a gift shop available.

Can I bring in food or beverages?

No food or beverages are permitted inside the facility. A café and bistro will be open during the hours of the exhibit. 

Can I bring a camera?

Of course! Photos for non-commercial use are permitted and we encourage you to share them on social media. Please tag @chapelsistine and @torontoeventcentre on Instagram, @SistineChapelExhibition and @Toronto Event Centre on Facebook.

Flash photography, professional photography and professional videography are not permitted.

Can I bring bags into the exhibit?

We encourage you to leave valuables and large bags at home. For the safety of visits and the exhibit, all bags may be subject to inspection.

Can I leave my coats and bags at coat check?

Coat check is available for $5 per person.

Can I touch the art?

No, we kindly ask all visitors to refrain from touching the art.

Standard Admission

Adult (13 – 64): $33.04

Senior (65+) and Students (ID required): $28.36

Child (4 – 12): $26.03

Family Bundle (2 Adults and 2 Children): $21.35

Group Bundle (15+ persons): $23.68

 

VIP Admission (includes entry plus skip-the-line access and a poster)

VIP Adult (13 – 64): $40.05

VIP Senior (65+) and Students (ID required): $36.55

VIP Child (4 – 12): $34.21

Ticketing Inquiries:

For all issues and questions about tickets, please contact Show Pass at support@showpass.com or call 1-844-307-7469.