Questions

Is this the tower's official site?: No — this is one photographer's notebook. I built it to collect six years of shooting notes and visitor observations in one place. For the official word, the tower's own site is the place. They handle tickets, hours, closures, and everything else that actually matters for planning your visit.
Can I buy tickets here?: No. I do not sell anything. Tickets are only available through the tower's own channels. This is a free resource — a collection of field notes, honest weather advice, and photography spots. That's it.
What's the best time to visit?: If you want photographs: 40 minutes before sunset, as I wrote about in The Blue Hour. If you want short queues: Tuesday or Wednesday morning, especially outside of school holidays. If you want the sharpest view: a cold day after a rain front passes through — the air is crystal.
Is the glass floor scary?: Yes. I have stood on it dozens of times and it terrifies me every single time. The glass is thick, the engineering is impeccable, and my palms still sweat. Most visitors love the thrill. Some can't step onto it at all. Both reactions are completely normal.
What camera gear should I bring?: For the observation deck: a fast normal lens (35mm or 50mm, f/1.8 or wider) handles the interior lighting well. Leave the flash at home — it will bounce off the glass and ruin every shot. A small tripod helps if you're there at blue hour, but the deck can be crowded and tripod etiquette matters. For ground-level tower shots: see Where To Stand.
Does fog ruin the visit?: If the cloud ceiling is below 400 metres, yes. See Fog And Rain for how to check before you go. Low fog at ground level can be gorgeous for photography, but being inside the fog at deck height is a blank white wall.
How long does a visit take?: Plan 90 minutes to two hours. Thirty minutes in the queue and elevator, an hour on the decks, and time to exit through the inevitable gift shop. If you're photographing the blue hour transition, give yourself at least two hours from entry to exit.
Is it worth going up in winter?: Some of the best views happen in winter. Cold air is clear air. Snow-covered city at sunset is extraordinary from 346 metres. Dress warmly for the walk from the parking lot; the deck itself is heated and enclosed.
Do you give photography workshops at the tower?: Not formally. If you're in Toronto and want to talk camera-and-tower, send me a note. I'm always happy to point someone toward the good light.