Sightseeing

Campbell House

📍 160 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Toronto
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: About 1-1.5 hours
Opening Hours: Usually Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Saturday 12 noon - 4:30 p.m., closed Mondays; please check on-site notices
Address: 160 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario
Coordinates: 43.6510, -79.3873

Introduction

Campbell House is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Toronto, a Georgian-style residence constructed in 1822 for the prominent Upper Canada merchant William Campbell. Originally built in what is now the northern part of the city, it was moved to its present location and opened as a heritage museum. Its period rooms recreate upper-class home life in early 19th-century Toronto.

✨ Highlights

One of the oldest surviving buildings in Toronto, built in 1822 in the Georgian style

At Campbell House, One of the oldest surviving buildings in Toronto, built in 1822 in the Georgian style is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Period rooms recreating the life of a wealthy Upper Canada merchant

At Campbell House, Period rooms recreating the life of a wealthy Upper Canada merchant is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Relocated and preserved intact, a key link to Toronto's early founding

At Campbell House, Relocated and preserved intact, a key link to Toronto's early founding 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 Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Saturday 12 noon - 4:30 p.m., closed Mondays; please check on-site notices

→Transportation：Take the 501 streetcar along Queen Street, or the subway Line 1 to Osgoode station and walk

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Usually Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Saturday 12 noon - 4:30 p.m., closed Mondays; please check on-site notices; admission: Admission charged or by suggested donation; please check current rates on site.

• 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 Campbell House?

Usually Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Saturday 12 noon - 4:30 p.m., closed Mondays; please check on-site notices

Any practical tips for visiting Campbell House?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Usually Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Saturday 12 noon - 4:30 p.m., closed Mondays; please check on-site notices; admission: Admission charged or by suggested donation; please check current rates on site. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.