Old Fort Niagara
PO Box 169
Youngstown, NY 14174
Handicap Access
Tour Length: 1-2 hours

Three-hundred years of history, just minutes from the Falls. The site of historic battles and sieges, trading and conquest, Old Fort Niagara is an exciting place where the past comes to life. Preserved as it stood in the 1700’s, when France and Britain controlled Niagara, the Fort’s structures include the oldest building on the Great Lakes. Hours: January-June: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. July-August: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. September-December: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Traveler Rating

Five Most Recent Traveler Reviews
I felt like I had a glimpse of the American Indians, the indigenous of the area the French, the English, the Canadians.
This fort was so well kept. I spoke to a maintenance man and he said it is job security and then to make it look 300 years old is the challenge. From the lighthouse to the history to the castle, all...
Wonderful!
We were pleasantly surprised with this old fort. Such rich history. Staff is extremely knowledgeable and engaging with its visitors. They even dress in period garb to enhance the experience. Would...
Great Historic Fort
We found this fort to be very interesting. When you buy your ticket you are given a map that has a lot of info about the fort and what you are seeing. There were a few docents in period costume. We...
Well worth a visit to see and hear about the fort's history.
It's a well maintained example of an early fort. It passed through French and English ownership before becoming American. There's an introductory film which tells you about its creation and history...
Wonderfully Interesting Fort
A beautifully maintained fort in a wonderfully pretty location. The tour guide and supporting, in costume, guides provided interesting information on the trading practices of the day as well as the...