Fort York National Historic Site

Fort York National Historic Site is a place where past and present meet to spark discussions about shared futures. Fort York was first built in 1793—the beginnings of the settler development that became the City of Toronto. It is site of the infamous Battle of York during the War of 1812. The Fort served as the city’s primary harbour defence between the 1790s and the 1880s, and was the home of a military garrison until the 1930s.

Today, its walls enclose Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings. Every year, thousands of people visit the site to delve into stories of Toronto’s past, present, and future and enjoy a wide array of public programs. Fort York was designated as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1923 and is part of Toronto History Museums, a collection of 10 historic sites owned and operated by the City of Toronto with the mission to collect, preserve, research, interpret, exhibit, and enhance the understanding of Toronto’s diverse stories through engaging and exciting experiences. General Admission is free.

LOCATION

Fort York National Historic Site

250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9

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ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATRE

FOOD

Cheese Coffee Caf Downtown
Liu Chinese Fast Food
Vinaigrette
Garcias Kitchen The Original
Route 66 Malt Shop
Bottger Mansion of Old Town

Accommodation

Bottger Mansion of Old Town
Liu Chinese Fast Food

Drink

Bottger Mansion of Old Town
Liu Chinese
Vinaigrette

Accessibility Information

Accessible Parking
Accessible Restrooms
All Gender Restrooms
Changing Stations
Drop Off
Elevator
Wheelchair Access

PARKING INFO

Parking is available on site via two Green P parking lots located at 250 Fort York Blvd as well as 800 Fleet Street. Limited parking is available adjacent to the Historic Fort at 100 Garrison Road.