Casa Loma, Gothic Revival house museum in midtown Toronto, Canada
The castle spans 200,000 square feet with 98 rooms, featuring numerous decorated chambers, passageways, and towers overlooking the Toronto skyline.
Built between 1911 and 1914 for financier Sir Henry Pellatt, the residence required 300 workers and cost 3.5 million dollars to complete.
The Queen's Own Rifles Museum within Casa Loma exhibits military artifacts and documents the connection between Sir Henry Pellatt and this historic regiment.
The castle opens daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, offering advance ticket purchases and wheelchair accessibility throughout the premises.
During World War II, the castle stables served as a classified research facility for developing sonar technology for naval operations.
Location: Toronto
Inception: 1914
Architects: E. J. Lennox
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 1 Austin Terrace M5R 1X8
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:30-17:00
Phone: +4169231171
Website: https://casaloma.org
GPS coordinates: 43.67812,-79.40934
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:10
Toronto offers numerous attractions for families with children. The Toronto Zoo in Scarborough houses more than 5000 animals from all continents. The Ontario Science Centre in Don Valley East presents interactive exhibits on science and technology. The Royal Ontario Museum downtown displays collections on natural and cultural history. Recreational facilities include Canada's Wonderland in Vaughan with rides and shows, Ontario Place on the western waterfront, and Centreville Amusement Park on the Toronto Islands. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada in the Entertainment District houses thousands of marine animals. The CN Tower provides observation decks above the city. Fort York interprets early 19th-century military history, while Black Creek Pioneer Village portrays rural Ontario life in the 1860s. Several parks and natural areas are suitable for family outings. The Toronto Botanical Garden in North York displays regional plants. The Scarborough Bluffs rise up to 300 feet (90 meters) above Lake Ontario. Riverdale Farm in the Riverdale neighborhood is a working farm with domestic animals. Tommy Thompson Park on an artificial peninsula serves as a bird sanctuary.
These North American mansions display the architecture and life of the industrial elite from the 19th and early 20th centuries. From Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater to the Vanderbilt estate The Breakers, these buildings present various architectural styles including French Renaissance, Tudor and Victorian design.
Spadina House
134 m
Imperial Oil Building
1.2 km
Baldwin Steps
96 m
Wychwood Barns
1.2 km
Ardwold
263 m
Tarragon Theatre
456 m
Avenue Road Church
993 m
Trinity-St. Paul's United Church
1.4 km
Tartu College
1.3 km
Deer Park United Church
1.2 km
Ramsden Park
1.3 km
High Level Pumping Station
585 m
Holy Rosary Church
799 m
St. Paul's-Avenue Road United Church
1.2 km
Casa Loma
20 m
Taddle Creek Park
1.2 km
371 Bloor Street West, Toronto
1.4 km
Jackman Humanities Building
1.4 km
Ed And Anne Mirvish Parkette
1.3 km
Dr. Eric Jackman Institute of Child Study
976 m
Boswell Parkette
1.2 km
St. Clair West TTC station emergency exit
774 m
St. Clair Reservoir
647 m
St. Alban's Square
1.1 km
Seaton Park
1.4 km
Paul Martel Park
1.3 km
Huron Street Playground
1.1 km
Gwendolyn MacEwen Parkette
1.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes