Hockey Hall of Fame

Advance planning helps unlock the best of the Hockey Hall of Fame. The Hall sits inside a lively downtown neighborhood surrounded by shopping, food, and easy transit. Mornings on weekdays offer the most relaxed pace, while weekends fill quickly with families, tourists, and school groups.

• Best time to visit: Weekday mornings for smaller crowds; late spring through early fall for the liveliest spirit.
• How to get there: The Hall lies within Brookfield Place. Use Union Station subways or the PATH underground walkway for direct access. Nearby street parking fills fast; transit is usually easier.
• Accessibility: Entrances, ramps, and elevators ensure access for strollers, wheelchairs, and visitors of all ages.
• Average visit duration: Two to three hours covers the highlights; hockey superfans may want extra time to savor stories and interactive areas.

The Hall’s classic architecture gives way to sprawling exhibits, immersive displays, and hands-on action. Visitors can trace the journey of hockey, from its rough-and-tumble roots to superstar triumphs. Here, real treasures wait behind glass, while interactive games invite guests to test skills, call shots, or play goal against famous players.

• Great Hall: Sunlight streams through stained-glass skylights onto the original Stanley Cup and other trophies, each with its own dramatic legacy.
• NHL Zone: Jerseys, pucks, and videos recount the league’s greatest moments and underdog tales.
• Spirit of Hockey Retail Store: Limited-edition souvenirs and local memorabilia give hockey fans a lasting memento.
• Replica Rink: Grab a stick and fire a virtual puck past a digital goalie—or into the waiting glove of a legend.
• TSN Broadcast Zone: Visitors can step in front of the camera to play sports announcer, then receive footage as a lifelike keepsake.
• Photo-worthy locations: The ornate Great Hall, vintage team locker rooms, and the touching memorials to Hall of Fame inductees.
• Cultural nugget: The Hall doesn’t just honor NHL heroes—international women’s hockey, Olympic giants, and grassroots pioneers also get the spotlight.