Toronto Necropolis

65 reviews

200 Winchester St, Toronto, ON M4X 1B7, Canada

www.mountpleasantgroup.com

+14169237911

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Toronto Necropolis is a Cemetery located at 200 Winchester St, Toronto, ON M4X 1B7, Canada. It has received 65 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 stars.

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Hours

Monday8AM-5:30PM
Tuesday8AM-5:30PM
Wednesday8AM-5:30PM
Thursday8AM-5:30PM
Friday8AM-5:30PM
Saturday8AM-5:30PM
Sunday8AM-5:30PM

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  • The address of Toronto Necropolis: 200 Winchester St, Toronto, ON M4X 1B7, Canada

  • Toronto Necropolis has 4.4 stars from 65 reviews

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  • "Some could wonder how such a beautiful beautiful place could exist in the center of the downtown city of Toronto!! This place is absolutely beautiful and seemingly would only exist in movies"

    "a very beautiful place, and so much history, with some gravestones from mid 19th century, along with very new ones"

    "Came here for a Toronto Cemetery Tour - which was awesome"

    "I called early one morning, to see if they could locate my Great Grandfather's grave as I wanted to take my father to see it"

    "Calm clean and peaceful atmosphere"

Reviews

  • unusually suspect

Some could wonder how such a beautiful beautiful place could exist in the center of the downtown city of Toronto!! This place is absolutely beautiful and seemingly would only exist in movies. The cemetary is nessled in between family parks, a sports field, family picnic areas and Riverdale park. One day I was just following the paths for me the Toronto Necropolis cemetery is quite the find! I have ever seen a cemetery rich with such old and big elegant and extravagant tombstones ever! A lot of the Graves can be dated to the early 1800's as well some are so old that any print or carvings have disappeared over the decades and even centuries of decay! You could probably spend hours here taking pictures as I did. Not only the cemetary itself with tons of property to view tombstones but also the absolutely incredible chapel to view there as well, even tho I wasn't able to make it inside! You will also notice joggers come through as the trail pathway system connects to the entrance of the cemetery. Would highly recommend for anyone who are into old Gothic style type things or even just cemetaries in general. Would recommend this to anyone to visit at least once

  • Anna P

a very beautiful place, and so much history, with some gravestones from mid 19th century, along with very new ones. I love going there, very peaceful and meditative space (even with the noisy DVP so close). I only wish there were more benches. there is also the splendid chapel by the main entrance, which is so photogenic. by TTC: probably the best way to get there is 506 streetcar (get off at Parliament/Carlton) or 65 Parliament bus (get off at Parliament/Winchester - it is about 5-10 minutes walk east - giving you an opportunity to admire the charming and quiet Cabbagetown streets. l

  • Liane Vaz

Came here for a Toronto Cemetery Tour - which was awesome. The cemetery itself is absolutely beautiful, and peaceful. The stones here are old and new, rundown and in perfect condition (see George Romero's gravestone). I would recommend coming here for a stroll and to read the different inscriptions as well as the different structures of the tombstones. Would also highly recommend the Toronto Cemetery Tour.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Ken Heaton

I called early one morning, to see if they could locate my Great Grandfather's grave as I wanted to take my father to see it. He hadn't been there in over 70 years. All the staff, both over the phone and in person, were very kind, and helpful. When we arrived we were met by a grounds keeper who had obviously been watching for us. He took us right to the grave's location and made sure we had found it. It made for a very pleasant experience for both my father and I.

  • Alex K

Calm clean and peaceful atmosphere. Usually touch this place while going for a stroll at riverdale park. The management is taking super care of the property and you will simply love the place. There are graves from 1850 and you feel like walking through the past! There are old mausoleums and headstones which is a nice sight. The chapel and the entrance looks beautiful in the gothic revival style.

  • Caitlin Robson

Best place for a first date. No lie: free of charge, Beautiful trees, great architecture, terrain difficulty 3/10-- if your date can't hack that you know they're lame and you don't have to waste time on a second date. Also, there's a truck mirror on the side of the chapel, and I like to give points to people who correctly guess its purpose....

  • Bond James Bond

My Brother Charlie Joynt is . Buried. In There But When I"am Walking Down. The Sidewalk to go in to. See Him I Start Crying. Before I"am in the graveyard. and I Come up to his Gravey. and I sit Down. and Start Talking to Him. Tell Him How Much I Miss Him so Much.Lbe you Charlie Joynt always your Sister for ever Jessie Joynt. …

  • donzsy

Possibly the most beautiful necropolis I’ve visited so far! I love the charming Gothic architecture of the Chapel by the entrance. It’s a serene, well maintained and truly a special place to lay your love one to rest! Very historic too, as some prominent figures are laid to rest. Great place to stroll, and take things slow.

  • Jessica Paige

Absolutely stunning grounds. You can tell they really put pride in taking good care of the grounds. I did however see a lot of litter. especially along the fence lines, in a lot of the less traveled areas. Other than that, its worth visiting, and seeing all the history that surrounds you.

  • Aaron Sutton

Massive cemetery in my neighbourhood. A nice quiet place to walk and see some historic old graves nestled in a gorgeous area of Toronto (Cabbagetown). Has a cute little chapel on the grounds and is situated between Riverdale and Wellesley parks.

  • Rose Lee

Peaceful, beautiful, historic area nestled downtown. Great accessible path inside for meditative walks. Many come for Right across Riverdale Farm.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Sydney Eatz

Across the street from Riverdale Farms is the Toronto Necropolis - while it looks interesting from the outside we didn't venture in as it looks a little spooky in the evenings - A Richard Trus review

  • Julien Cornelius

My friend is interred there. It is such a peaceful, will kept place that I enjoy walking either to visit his grave or just walk and find a calm. Open to everyone who wants to enjoy the outdoors.

  • Johnny S.

For some reason, the chapel was closed off even though it was a perfectly normal day and time. A bit disappointed for that alone, as I wanted to take a look inside.
Visited on
Weekday

  • rhodes thompson-chase

My friend is buried there and I wish it was open on weekends as that's the most peaceful time in the week for me to go. I can never make it there for Wednesday's by 4:40 pm

  • Lynne Thibault

This a very pleasant place to visit. Saw a our famous people there. Saw Jack Laytons grave, William Lyon Mackenzie's and George Browns grave.

  • E P

It's small, but beautiful. Lots of famous people buried there. A nice place to stroll through for a short walk. Feels like I'm in England.

  • Luke M

Don't know anyone living here but is a beautiful spot with a great chapel. Well maintained and great to discover on a Cabbagetown walk.

  • Pablo Listingart

Really nice chapel. We couldn't see it inside as it was closed, but the outside is definitely worth visiting if you are in the area.

  • Cana Dude

Been lying around this place for 20 years. My neighbours are super quiet, they never say a word, literally.

  • JL

Beautiful, quiet cemetery on the Eastern edge of downtown Toronto. Lovely pathway through the cemetery.

  • Jing

很安静,很祥和....看到有很多墓志铭在石碑上,内心很受触动....用言语表达不出来.... office的楼是18xx年盖的....可能在北京很少看到这种散落在各地的老建筑,所以觉得很敬仰这个建筑....

  • Bill Chapple

First time there, will be back. Love the architecture , beautiful area of Toronto, CabbageTown.

  • Kelly Hill

Such a beautiful place. Jack Layton is buried right as you come in the main gate on the right.

  • Waldo Marxx

Very peace full place to stroll or site on a bench. Grounds are kept in very good condition

  • Ian Beckly

Such a lovely peaceful little Chapel. Also a nice place to have a walk around the grounds.

  • Traci Noble

Jack Layton! You stole my heart from there. But the whole cemetery is beautiful and serene

  • Tom Klaasen

A trip in history, and unique monuments, a beautiful cemetery. Nice area, neighbourhood.

  • T.A. McNeil

Folks at not very lively and stick to themselves most of the times. Not a party crowd.

  • Nigel Grolla

Really cool old place where many famous Canadians are and have been

  • big bear

Haven't been there yet but I will visit the cemetery real soon

  • Sylvan Mably

Fine gothic architecture and lots of species of trees.

  • Cindy Walah

Absolutely Beautifully kept grounds truly a must see!

  • Michael Bradley

Kind, compassionate staff and beautiful grounds.

  • Gabriel Huebsch

Not where I want to be in the zombie apocalypse.

  • Jess Hiles

As a family member worst experience ever.

  • White Clouds

Historical Toronto serene and peaceful

  • Kim Ray

Nice historic and calm atmosphere

  • Emilio Carlos

Nice place for a stroll

  • Hadi J

Nice for a short walk.

  • Vic Vu

Worst sauna ever

  • Jiaqing Pan (Canada 家庆)

建筑物漂亮而具有古韵和沧桑感!

  • Map Maker

Rest In Peace

  • 정규진

Quiet place.

  • El Nasrani (Lawrence of Arabia)

Riding by...

  • K.L. Wang

Nice place.

  • Stanislav Bukharov

Quiet

  • Leon Lobo
  • Dandi
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