Fort York

This base was established by Lt. Gov. John Graves Simcoe in 1793 to defend "little muddy York," as Toronto was then known. Americans sacked it in April 1813, but the British rebuilt that same summer. Fort York was used by the military until 1880 and was pressed back into service during both World Wars.You can tour the soldiers' and officers' quarters; clamber over the ramparts; and in summer, view demonstrations of drill, music, and cooking. If you can, try to visit on Victoria Day, Canada Day, or Simcoe Day, when plenty of special events take place. These include the ever-popular Kids' Drill, in which kids get to take part in a military exercise. The fort is a few blocks west of the CN Tower and 2 blocks east of Exhibition Place. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Price

Admission C$6 (US$4.80) adults, C$3.25 (US$2.60) seniors and children 13-18, C$3 (US$2.40) children 6-12, free for children 5 and under

Credit Cards Accepted

none accepted

Directions

Subway: Bathurst, then streetcar no. 511 south

Area

Off Fleet St., between Bathurst St. and Strachan Ave

Hours

Mid-May to Labour Day daily 10am-5pm; Sept to mid-May Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm

Information by Frommers