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Fort York National Historic Sitein-person Doors Open Toronto

  • In-person
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
Fort York National Historic Site

The settlement of modern Toronto began in 1793 when John Graves Simcoe built a garrison on the site of what is now Fort York. Visitors during Doors Open will experience special military architecture tours, tours of the barracks and fortifications and a wide range of exhibits telling the story of Fort York's and Canada's military past. (Photo: Tatyana Karlen)

Contact info

250 Fort York Blvd.
Toronto, Ontario
E-mail: richard.haynes@toronto.ca
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/museums/fort-york-national-historic-site/

Architecture

Year built: 1813-16
Building type:AttractionCemeteryHistorical landmarkMilitary
Architect: Nicholls
Architectural style:Georgian

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.