10 Family Photo Ops in Toronto

You might have some great shots on your Instagram feed, but are they worthy of the annual holiday card? These ah-mazing photo shoot locations around Toronto are where you need to go for a fabulous family photo op.

This cool urban playground nestled underneath Adelaide at River St. features great geometric climbing structures and wonderful concrete angles for a look that is crisp and edgy.

Dress the kids in black and white and watch them pop against the bright colours and swirling designs of Graffiti Alley by Queen and Spadina. Who knows, maybe the experience will spark some deep-seated creativity in your little ones.

Reminiscent of the Chelsea Flower Market, Toronto's St. Lawrence Market does a fine job amassing blooms and greenery on Saturday mornings in the north market. Making for a glorious backdrop, it's also a treat for moms and the snacking options for kids don't hurt one little bit.

The smooth lines of the Henry Moore sculptures outside the AGO make for an extremely visually pleasing aesthetic. Add a pops of colour with the kids' wardrobe and these portraits will be a study in contrasts.

It's hard to pick just one amazing photo backdrop from the goldmine that is the Brickworks, but we are simply in love with the outside living wall art installation. Tree branches, leaves and wire interspersed with a wire backdrop? Breathtaking.

Taylor Creek Park is great for bike rides. But those white monoliths? Also great for photos! Dress the kids a little bit mod and let the scene unfold.

Not just for barristers and solicitors, the black iron railing fence by heritage building Osgoode Hall just beg to be photographed. Be brave enough to go black and white for a round of photos and this Toronto landmark will make picture day one to remember.

Not for the faint of heart, St. James park in Old Toronto is a bit gritty but lovely. Often used for filming, the gazebo and fountain both make great backdrops for pictures in a very Nanctucket-esque fashion.

There's a reason why brides choose to get photos taken at the Distillery District. All that lovely red brick creates a firelight effect around already glowing munchkins and provides excellent textural contrast.

Like our very own L'Arc de Triomphe, the Princes' Gates at the Exhibition are breathtaking and offer a built-in architectural framing opportunity. Even if you want a close-up and can't get in the entire structure, the white stone practically glows in low light.