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Fort York National Historic Site vs Black Creek Pioneer Village

Both are recommended by writers. On balance, Black Creek Pioneer Village scores marginally better than Fort York National Historic Site. Black Creek Pioneer Village has a TripExpert Score of 82 with recommendations from 5 reviewers like Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.

Fort York National Historic Site
Fort York National Historic Site
8 / 10
100 Garrison Rd., At Bathurst St., Toronto, Ontario M5V 3K9, Canada
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The most historic site in Toronto is a must for anyone interested in the city's origins." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"For those interested in history -- especially military history -- this is a treat." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The museum offers guided tours and historical re-enactments, and performances of period music and dance." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Fort York was the primary guardian of Toronto's harbour." Full review
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Events on Canada Day plus Simcoe Day (Aug 1) represent special opportunities for kids.
Time Out Time Out
"A chic and award-winning new Visitor Centre and exhibition space, tucked away under an expressway, gives street cred to this venerable historic site." Full review
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Black Creek Pioneer Village
Black Creek Pioneer Village
8 / 10
1000 Murray Ross Pkwy. Toronto, Ontario M3J 2P3, Canada
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Black Creek Pioneer Village re-creates rural life in 19th-century Ontario." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"This quaint re-creation of 19th-century village life could easily have become 'Ye Olde Disneyesque Embarrassment', but it's actually an interesting place to spend an afternoon." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Set among abundant greenery and dirt roads flanked by wooden sidewalks and split-rail fences, the ensemble exudes a bygone-era charm." Full review
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Highlights include the tinsmith shop; the Stong farm; the Half Way House... and the printing office.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Great for kids, families, and history buffs, this authentically restored village of some 40 houses, workshops, stores, and farmland is an exciting step back into 19th-century Ontario." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"In this quaint reconstruction of a Victorian-era village, costumed interpreters cheerily answer questions about life in the 19th century." Full review