Sightseeing

Necropolis

📍 200 Winchester St, Cabbagetown/Riverdale, Toronto, Ontario

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Toronto
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: Allow about 1 hour
Opening Hours: Generally open during the day (roughly sunrise to sunset); please refer to on-site notices
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free and open to the public
Address: 200 Winchester St, Cabbagetown/Riverdale, Toronto, Ontario
Coordinates: 43.6688, -79.3601

Introduction

The Toronto Necropolis, opened in 1850, is Toronto's second non-denominational cemetery, located in the Riverdale community near Cabbagetown. It features an 1872 Gothic Revival chapel and tree-lined scenic grounds. It is the resting place of notable Torontonians such as world-champion oarsman Ned Hanlan and former NDP leader Jack Layton.

✨ Highlights

1872 Gothic Revival chapel

At Necropolis, 1872 Gothic Revival chapel is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Resting place of several historic Toronto figures

At Necropolis, Resting place of several historic Toronto figures is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Peaceful scenic heritage greenspace

At Necropolis, Peaceful scenic heritage greenspace 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：Generally open during the day (roughly sunrise to sunset); please refer to on-site notices

→Transportation：Take the 505 Dundas streetcar near Winchester Street, or the 506 Carlton streetcar

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free and open to the public

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Generally open during the day (roughly sunrise to sunset); please refer to on-site notices; admission: Free and open to the public.

• 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 Necropolis?

Generally open during the day (roughly sunrise to sunset); please refer to on-site notices

How much is the admission for Necropolis?

Adult: Free; Free and open to the public

Any practical tips for visiting Necropolis?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Generally open during the day (roughly sunrise to sunset); please refer to on-site notices; admission: Free and open to the public. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.