Mackenzie House: A Step Back into Victorian Toronto
Step back in time at Mackenzie House, exploring Victorian Toronto through the life of its first mayor, William Lyon Mackenzie.
Explore the meticulously restored 1858 home of William Lyon Mackenzie, Toronto's first mayor and a key figure in Canadian history. Mackenzie House offers a glimpse into Victorian life with period furnishings, a working 1845 printing press, and exhibits detailing Mackenzie's impactful career as a journalist, politician, and rebel.
A brief summary to Mackenzie House
- 82 Bond St, Toronto, Old Toronto, Ontario, M5B 1X2, CA
- +1416-392-6915
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the Toronto History Museums Calendar for special exhibits and events that may enhance your visit.
- Visit the print shop for a hands-on experience with the 1845 printing press.
- Explore the neighborhood surrounding Mackenzie House to see the contrast between Victorian architecture and modern skyscrapers.
Getting There
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Public Transport
Mackenzie House is easily accessible by public transit. Take the Yonge/University subway line to Dundas Station. Exit the station and walk two blocks east on Dundas Street to Bond Street. Turn right (south) onto Bond Street; Mackenzie House is on your left at 82 Bond Street. Alternatively, take the Dundas or Queen streetcar to Bond Street and walk south from Dundas Street East or north from Queen Street East. A single TTC fare is approximately $3.25 CAD.
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Walking
From Yonge-Dundas Square, walk east on Dundas Street East for two blocks to Bond Street. Turn right (south) onto Bond Street. Mackenzie House will be on your left at 82 Bond Street. The walk is approximately 5 minutes.
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Taxi/Ride-share
A taxi or ride-share from Union Station to Mackenzie House will typically cost between $10 and $15 CAD, depending on traffic. The journey is approximately 10 minutes.
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