Sightseeing

Gibson House

📍 5172 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 5P6 (Willowdale/North York)

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Toronto
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free
Address: 5172 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 5P6 (Willowdale/North York)
Coordinates: 43.6486, -79.4155

Introduction

The Gibson House Museum is a Georgian Revival farmhouse built in 1851, beside Yonge Street in Willowdale, North York, Toronto. It was home to Scottish immigrant, land surveyor, farmer, politician and 1837 Rebellion participant David Gibson and his family. Restored as a historic house, it tells the story of 19th-century North York rural life and demonstrates the period's practical cooking, textile, horticultural and farming skills, with an orchard and garden outside.

✨ Highlights

A recreation of 19th-century life in an 1851 Georgian farmhouse

At Gibson House, A recreation of 19th-century life in an 1851 Georgian farmhouse is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Demonstrations of life skills such as cooking, textiles and gardening

At Gibson House, Demonstrations of life skills such as cooking, textiles and gardening is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

A farmstead setting with orchard and garden

At Gibson House, A farmstead setting with orchard and garden is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

A free city heritage museum in Toronto

At Gibson House, A free city heritage museum in Toronto 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.

→Transportation：Take TTC subway Line 1 to North York Centre or Finch station and transfer to a bus or walk along Yonge Street, or drive via Highway 401 to Yonge Street

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open Wed-Sun; exact times vary seasonally, adjusted between mornings/midweek/afternoon weekends (subject to the official City of Toronto website); closed Mon and Tue; admission: Free.

• 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

How much is the admission for Gibson House?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Gibson House?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open Wed-Sun; exact times vary seasonally, adjusted between mornings/midweek/afternoon weekends (subject to the official City of Toronto website); closed Mon and Tue; admission: Free. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.