# Royal Ontario Museum — Toronto, Canada

> The Royal Ontario Museum opened in 1914 and now holds more than 13 million objects across 40 galleries. Its 2007 Michael Lee-Chin Crystal — five interlocking aluminum and glass prisms — has become a Toronto landmark.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Admission: C$26 standard adult admission
- Address: 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6, Canada
- Time needed: 2–4 hours
- Official website: https://www.rom.on.ca/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Gordo the Barosaurus — Natural history · Late Jurassic
- Ming Tomb — Chinese craftsmen · c. 1650
- The Bat Cave — Natural history exhibit
- Totem Poles — Haida and Nuxalk carvers · 19th century

## FAQ
**Is the Crystal the main entrance?**
Yes — the Bloor Street entrance through the Crystal is the museum's main public entrance.

**Are there free admission times?**
ROM offers free general admission on the third Monday evening of each month; advance tickets are required.

**How long should I spend at Royal Ontario Museum?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Royal Ontario Museum best known for?**
The Royal Ontario Museum opened in 1914 and now holds more than 13 million objects across 40 galleries. Its 2007 Michael Lee-Chin Crystal — five interlocking aluminum and glass prisms — has become a Toronto landmark. Key highlights include James and Louise Temerty Galleries of the Age of Dinosaurs, Bishop White Gallery of Chinese Temple Art, Daphne Cockwell Gallery of Jamaican Taíno and Indigenous art.

**How do I get tickets for Royal Ontario Museum?**
C$26 standard adult admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.rom.on.ca/

**Is the ROM good for children?**
Excellent — the dinosaur gallery, bat cave, and hands-on discovery galleries are designed for families. Allow extra time for interactive exhibits.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/royal-ontario-museum/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.