Hamilton - Dundurn National Historic Site

Dundurn Castle, the 40-room mansion of Sir Allan Napier MacNab, Prime Minister of Canada from 1854 to 1856, was built between 1832 and 1835 overlooking the harbor in Hamilton.

Overlooking Burlington Bay, Dundurn Castle is a fine example of a mid 19th century Italianate villa set within a picturesque estate. Dundurn Castle tells the story of the family who lived above stairs and the corps of servants who lived and worked below stairs to support their affluent lifestyle.

Must-see attractions nearby:

Dundurn National Historic Site

Hamilton Place / Hamilton Entertainment and Convention Facilities Inc

Whitehern Historic House and Garden

Art Gallery of Hamilton

HMCS Haida National Historic Site

Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology

Market

Visit the Hamilton Military Museum and the restored Kitchen Garden, all located in Dundurn Park.

William Reid was Sir Allan's gardener for over 25 years. Explore his lovingly restored kitchen garden, where we use 1850's tools and varieties to grow food for DundurnCastle's historic kitchen. Stop by the garden gate for the sights and scents of the 19th century.

Hamilton Military Museum investigate the War of 1812, the Rebellion of 1837-38, the Boer War and World War I. Visitors can view a reconstructed World War I trench, a medals display and the changing exhibit gallery.

The Coach House at Dundurn is an 1870's Coach House, that serves as a meeting and reception facility to accommodate groups up to 88 people. The Coach House is also home to The Castle Shop.

Address: Dundurn National Historic Site, 610 York Boulevard, Hamilton, ON L8R5H1, Canada
Phone: 1 (905) 546-2872, Fax: 1 (905) 546-2875

Hours:

July 1 to September 5: 10am-4pm

September 6 to June 30: 12pm-4pm; Closed: Mon

Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26), Good Friday - Christian

Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service