Sightseeing

Mackenzie House

📍 82 Bond Street, Toronto, Ontario

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★★★★☆

Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Toronto
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: About 1 hour
Opening Hours: Usually Wednesday to Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Monday and Tuesday; check the website during restoration of the historic rooms
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free general admission; some special exhibits and events have a separate charge
Address: 82 Bond Street, Toronto, Ontario
Coordinates: 43.6557, -79.3783

Introduction

Mackenzie House is the former home of William Lyon Mackenzie, the radical journalist and leader of the 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion who became Toronto's first mayor. Located on Bond Street just east of Yonge, the museum recreates mid-19th-century home life and newspaper printing, and offers hands-on printshop workshops. Its historic rooms are currently under restoration, while free drop-in printshop workshops remain available.

✨ Highlights

Home of Toronto's first mayor and 1837 Rebellion leader William Lyon Mackenzie

At Mackenzie House, Home of Toronto's first mayor and 1837 Rebellion leader William Lyon Mackenzie is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Recreated mid-19th-century home life and newspaper-printing scenes

At Mackenzie House, Recreated mid-19th-century home life and newspaper-printing scenes is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Hands-on drop-in printshop workshops

At Mackenzie House, Hands-on drop-in printshop workshops is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Opening Hours：Usually Wednesday to Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Monday and Tuesday; check the website during restoration of the historic rooms

→Transportation：Take the TTC to Dundas station or the subway, and walk east of Yonge Street

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free general admission; some special exhibits and events have a separate charge

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Usually Wednesday to Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Monday and Tuesday; check the website during restoration of the historic rooms; admission: Free general admission; some special exhibits and events have a separate charge.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Mackenzie House?

Usually Wednesday to Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Monday and Tuesday; check the website during restoration of the historic rooms

How much is the admission for Mackenzie House?

Adult: Free; Free general admission; some special exhibits and events have a separate charge

Any practical tips for visiting Mackenzie House?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Usually Wednesday to Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Monday and Tuesday; check the website during restoration of the historic rooms; admission: Free general admission; some special exhibits and events have a separate charge. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.