A guide to playing tennis
Toronto’s free courts largely sit in public parks, where walk-in play is common and many courts have lights. Free and walk-in are separate distinctions here: some free courts use other access arrangements.
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Toronto
Riverdale Park East is a public-park spot for a casual hit, with views of downtown Toronto’s skyline and space for other outdoor activities.
Play in a green public-park setting; the club offers coaching to members. Metered parking is available on Mill Street or in the Green P lot north of Miller Tavern.
A public-park tennis stop with broad green spaces and easy access to lakeside walks and the boardwalk. It suits players who want to combine a casual hit with a relaxed outdoor visit.
A spacious public park near Dundas Street West and Islington Avenue, with tennis in a green setting along Mimico Creek. Its senior and junior courts make it a choice for casual play or a family visit.
Dentonia Park is a lively community tennis spot in a public park, suited to both casual visitors and regular local players. Programs are available for a range of ages and levels, with restrooms and drinking water on site.
Ramsden Park is a spacious urban park for a casual hit or more competitive play. A children’s playground and other recreation facilities make it convenient for families spending time together outdoors.
A spacious public-park setting for a casual hit, with seasonal colors that players praise. It suits a relaxed tennis outing while traveling.
Trace Manes Park suits visitors who want to combine tennis with other park activities. For focused practice, a ball machine is available on Courts 1–2 for an added fee.
We list 130 venues in Toronto, including Riverdale Park East, York Mills Valley Park and Kew Gardens.
Of these venues, 113 allow walk-in use. Each venue page shows how to book.