Downtown Toronto, Fort York Boulevard
Fort York National Historic Site
A War of 1812 garrison of earth ramparts, stone magazines and timber blockhouses, with the Gardiner overhead and glass towers right behind.
Ideal if
"You want two centuries of stone and earthworks with condo glass rising right behind them, and the contrast is the whole point."
Shooting here with me
Pre-wedding sessions from $351.25 → Wedding photography from $1,401.25 →
The Essentials
What to know before the shoot.
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Walking
Low-Medium
Flat asphalt paths across seven acres, with grass rampart slopes and stairs into the historic buildings.
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Permits
Free general admission does not cover photography
A permit is required for any professional shoot, including weddings or engagements, with a paid photographer, special equipment or costumes. Contact Fort York directly. Rentals carry a three hour minimum with rates quoted on request.
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Parking
Green P lot at 250 Fort York Blvd
metered, about $1 per half hour with a $12 cap in any six hour window. A second Green P lot is at 800 Fleet Street, about $1.50 per half hour. Both switch to flat, higher rates on Fort York and Exhibition Place event days, so confirm ahead.
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Travel
Downtown
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Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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Frequently Asked
Shooting at Fort York National Historic Site.
Do I need a permit to photograph at Fort York National Historic Site?
Free general admission does not cover photography. A permit is required for any professional shoot, including weddings or engagements, with a paid photographer, special equipment or costumes. Contact Fort York directly. Rentals carry a three hour minimum with rates quoted on request.
Where do we park at Fort York National Historic Site?
Green P lot at 250 Fort York Blvd, metered, about $1 per half hour with a $12 cap in any six hour window. A second Green P lot is at 800 Fleet Street, about $1.50 per half hour. Both switch to flat, higher rates on Fort York and Exhibition Place event days, so confirm ahead.
How much walking is involved at Fort York National Historic Site?
Walking is low-medium. Flat asphalt paths across seven acres, with grass rampart slopes and stairs into the historic buildings.
When is the best time of year for photos at Fort York National Historic Site?
Fort York National Historic Site is at its best in Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
How far is Fort York National Historic Site from downtown Toronto?
Fort York National Historic Site is in downtown Toronto.
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Let's shoot at Fort York National Historic Site.
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