Old Fort Erie

The Old Fort in Fort Erie provides an exceptional historical experience, highlighted by its annual reenactment of the war. The production is nothing short of amazing, with a passionate cast that brings history to life through authentic performances, complete with the sounds of cannons and gunshots that create a truly immersive atmosphere. The fort itself is uniquely constructed and impeccably maintained, adding to the authenticity of the experience. We particularly enjoyed staying for both the reenactment and the lantern night tour, which allowed us to fully engage with the history and feel like we were part of the era. The combination of engaging historical events and well-preserved architecture makes this a must-visit destination. Highly recommended for anyone interested in living history.

Old Fort Erie is a national historic landmark located on 350 Lakeshore Rd. in Fort Erie, Ontario. The fort is very well preserved and in immaculate condition. There are daily tours, musket demonstrations and annual special events like the Siege of Old Fort Erie reenactment and the Speaker Series. There is a historic monument commemorating, the fallen soldiers of the war of 1812 in addition to a museum with much historical information relating to the Ford as well as the war of 1812. The site is a true pleasure to visit. Tickets are required and parking is free. The Fort is located on an elevated area overlooking the Niagara river and Lake Erie and the city of Buffalo absolutely spectacular views and wonderful visit to this historical landmark. I highly recommend.

Really cool historical site and totally worth visiting! Old Fort Erie gives you such an interesting glimpse into Canada’s history and the War of 1812. The staff and guides are amazing — super friendly, knowledgeable, and really bring the stories to life with their passion and details. 🏰🇨🇦 The re-enactments and demonstrations make it even more engaging, and the layout of the fort is well preserved, so you can actually picture how soldiers lived back then. There’s a nice mix of indoor exhibits and outdoor areas to explore, plus great views of the Niagara River. It’s quiet, educational, and surprisingly fun — great for both history buffs and families. Definitely recommend stopping by if you want to experience a different side of Niagara beyond the waterfalls!

My visit to the museum was truly worthwhile. The staff and historical interpreters were very dedicated and clearly enjoyed what they were doing. They took the time to explain and demonstrate everything with great enthusiasm and genuine interest. It was clear that they are both passionate and knowledgeable about their work. The tours and explanations were informative, well-structured, and brought the historical context vividly to life. Overall, a very well-organized and enriching museum experience that I can highly recommend. Thank you for that kind of experience!

We had an excellent time at the fort complex. It began with a ~20 minute film on the fort and war of 1812 followed by a tour of the entire fort. The tour took over an hour, and our guide”Sarah “ did a great job and patiently answered our questions. We also saw a musket firing. There were other displays set up in fort buildings to see on our own. Reenactors dressed in period clothing. After that walked through a very modern and well laid out museum with artifacts and soldiers stories. Has a nice cafe and gift shop. Good, free parking onsite.