Casa Loma

Step back in time at Casa Loma, Toronto’s urban castle. Completed in 1914, Casa Loma has a fascinating backstory and a unique view of Canada’s past.

Enjoy in-house museums, decadently preserved rooms, dining options and special events. Spend a day exploring the castle’s three floors, the stables outside and the manicured gardens surrounding the estate.

Explore at your own pace or take a tour, stopping at each museum exhibit. Discover secret passageways inside and take in the unmatched view of the Toronto skyline and the estate’s five acres of gardens.

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Casa Loma Toronto. Façade of the stone castle. — Casa Loma | Destination Toronto

How to get to Casa Loma

Location: 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto

By transit: There are several convenient TTC public transit stops located near Casa Loma.

By car: Limited paid parking is available.

Know before you go

Save money on admission by purchasing a Toronto CityPass.

Children must be accompanied by an adult, children under three are admitted free. Strollers are not recommended due to stairs. Additionally, the elevators cannot accommodate strollers.

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Things to do at Casa Loma

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On-site dining

Casa Loma offers on-site dining at The Gardens of Casa Loma during the summer and the Liberty Caffé year round. For an upscale dining option, book a reservation at BlueBlood Steakhouse.

Casa Loma Gift Shop

Purchase a memento at the gift shop housed in an arched area originally designed as a bowling alley.

Concerts in the gardens

Witness Symphony in the Gardens or Soul in the City held inside Casa Loma’s iconic Glass Pavilion during the summer months.

Escape room series

Book an interactive theatrical escape set throughout the castle. Choose from five unique games and work together with your group to solve puzzles, mysteries and escape the tower.

Haunted house

Immerse yourself in Legends of Horror, Casa Loma’s haunted mansion experience every October. Walk a two kilometre trail through the gardens, tunnels and the castle’s darkest spaces.

Celebrate the holidays

Enjoy a range of activities, performances, beautiful holiday décor and light displays during Christmas at the Castle and the Holiday Lights Tour.

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A man taking a picture of Casa Loma surrounded by greenery. — Casa Loma | Destination Toronto

Interesting facts about Casa Loma

Casa Loma, Spanish for “Hill House,” has changed hands several times over its 100-year history.

Sir Henry Pellatt, founder of the Toronto Electric Light Company, originally had the decadent home built for himself. However, in 1924 Pellatt liquidated and vacated Casa Loma due to his company failing after the government took ownership of electricity service.

It became a luxury hotel for three years but didn't survive the Depression. The city of Toronto gained ownership in 1933, turning Casa Loma into the tourist attraction it is today.

Accessibility Features

Accessible drop-off location

Passenger drop-off is available by an accessible entrance.

Accessible entrances/exits

A sufficiently wide, hard surfaced, unobstructed path, no steps or equipped with ramp connecting to a public entrance or exit and identified by signage. Automatic door openers, adequate manoeuvring room in front of door.

Accessible parking

At least one identified, reserved parking space with a safe, clearly marked accessible route from the designated parking area to an accessible building entrance.

Accessible restaurant

Accessible entrance; adequate manoeuvring room; accessible washroom nearby. Tables with removable chairs and adequate knee clearance. Cafeteria/buffet counters reachable for mobility device users.

Accessible washroom

An accessible washroom stall has adequate manoeuvring room for mobility devices. Includes grab bars, transfer space, accessible door latch, sink with knee clearance, and lever handles or automatic sensor faucets.

Assistive listening devices available

Assistive listening devices are available for rent or free of charge.

Elevator access

Elevator access to all public floors with adequate manoeuvring room to enter and exit the elevator.

Information available in alternative format

Accessible formats (e.g. for menus, brochures, etc) and communication supports are provided in a timely manner upon request at no extra charge in consultation with the person making the request.

Service animals welcome

Service animal can be identified by visual indicators (guide dog or other animal wearing a vest/harness); or documentation available from a regulated health professional to confirm the animal is required due to a disability.

Support persons welcome

Support persons are welcome to provide services or assistance with communication, mobility, personal care, medical needs or access to facilities. Please check with the organization about entry fees, if applicable.

Wheelchair accessible

Unobstructed path through public hallways that are wide enough to allow people using wheelchairs and other mobility devices to move easily through the building.

Wheelchair and/or mobility devices available

Wheelchairs and/or mobility devices are available, free of charge, or for rent.

Last updated: September 13, 2024