Experts' Choice Award Fort York National Historic Site
What the experts agree on
Fort York reveals Toronto's military heritage through guided tours, historical re-enactments, and a sleek underground visitor center. Essential for history buffs exploring the city's pivotal role defending the harbor and shaping Canada-US relations.
“The museum offers guided tours and historical re-enactments, and performances of period music and dance.”
– Time Out
Fodor's "The most historic site in Toronto is a must for anyone interested in the city's origins." Full review
Frommer's "For those interested in history -- especially military history -- this is a treat." Full review
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 "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
Travel + Leisure "Fort York National Historic Site is 43 acres of history...visitors can explore the grounds year-round to experience guided tours, exhibitions, and seasonal demonstrations"
Toronto City Guide
August 5, 2021
Travel + Leisure "Now preserved as a national historic site, it’s a great place to visit to get an idea of how the relations between Canada and the United States once were and the evolution of that relationship."
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Condé Nast Traveler "Part of the same network of historic museums, Fort York, is another atypical cultural experience. Located right downtown, close to other attractions like the Rogers Centre and Scotiabank..."
National Geographic
