This is a must see when going to Brantford. A visit to this museum ... the house where Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone is certainly worth the trip. How the telephone came to be is truly educational and fascinating. We also learned so much more about the man and his family. Sarah who gave us a tour of the place is amazing with the historical facts and did an excellent job. There is also a small gift shop to buy some souvenirs.

This place is a must visit to those who love history. I loved every bit of my time spent here. While I was taking look at each invention of Sir Graham Bell, it took me back to thoughts of them old days when the world & technology was yet to evolve. You will be able to take a guided tour inside Sir Bell’s house ($20), the guide will tell you every details of the items kept there & there also will be screen of a short documentary. There also a cafe next to the house where you can enjoy some great snack & coffee. The grand River flows by the house, there are corn fields on the front. There’s a lot of love elements aswell like a swing, chair that Mr&Mrs Bell would spend. The best time to visit this place will be summer or fall. A pre booking for a guided tour should be done as it’s timed & available at specific time of day with limited people. It’s a good place to take children along coz it’s going to fascinate them more & show how far we’ve all come in this evolving technology.

A nice historic place to visit. The house is kept and preserved in pristine condition and tours are available every hour. Apart from being a birthplace of great scientific discovery, the place in itself is a quintessential representation of 1800s architecture and interior design. The oil lamps, light fixtures (though most converted into electric) give a neat authentic vibe, so does a high end step stove in kitchen. Its a must see for science/history fanatics out there as well as everyone else.

One of the must see spots in Brantford!!! As a child in school, when I used to hear that Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, I was always fascinated to learn more about him. This trip was the answer to my desire for that. The Bell house has been maintained really well. There is a guided tour and it is advisable to book prior to going there, since they take only few people at a time. There is a small entrance fees, but I was able to visit free since I used canoo app. The guided tour was one of the best tours I have ever attended. There is a small video show prior to the tour and also a souvenir shop. They also have a small cafe with a mini menu. Now about the tour... The tour starts with the explanation of the Bell family s story of migration from Scotland to Canada. They take through the house which has been maintained amazingly well. The art work of Bells mother is simply great. The house gives you an insight of an upper middle class family back in the day. From the visitors room to kitchen to bedroom all have amazing stories to tell. The equipments in the house are also fascination. They have olden day washing machine, stove, etc. They also explain the functioning of everything. They also have set up in the nearby house in the compound with a small mini telephone exchange to see how the telephones worked back during the day. We also bought a small olden telephone as a memory. Truly worth the money and time.

Nice and informative one hour guided tour.

Our guide was a university student and the best guide/docent we have ever had ANYWHERE. He was knowledgeable, dressed in period costume, patient, and held objects for ideal photo opportunities. Tours are highly worth it. Prepare to spend 2.5-3.5 hours in total. Check the website to ensure you arrive at tour times and check that there's enough space for your group.

A wonderfully pleasant and surprisingly informative tour. Brian was an excellent tour guide.

Amazing place! Would be a great experience for the kids to gain perspective of how life was in those years. The host Addison was great. Answered questions patiently.

Very nice musuem. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the homestead. The musuem is very nice and very good value for the money. The grounds are nice and good to wonder around. The grandchildren had a good time running around. The gift shop is small with a couple of good things but not much else. The cafe is not open on a Sunday which is disappointing.

Really nice place to visit. It’s so worth. Got a good guide and some nice souvenirs.

Nice small museum, that tells us the history of Alexander Graham Bell, who invented the phone and lived in that house for a while. It is actually a tour, that takes about an hour. The guide was very nice lady, who was dressed old fashioned and told the story pretty interesting. The tour mostly is between the rooms of the house and the story mostly about Graham’s family. It is very nice and recommended.

tour was very interesting.. highly recommend

It has preservation. beautiful furniture and home interior. I thought I wanted to live here. It was an impressive place among the places I visited. Her explanation was excellent and friendly. I would like to listen to it again.

Want to know more about the history of telephone development in Canada? This historic site is not to miss. On our way to Paris, Ontario, we visited the Bell Homestead National Historic Site at Brantford, where Bell and his family lived. Here is where Bell invented the telephone a few years after Canada was formed. If possible, spend time to join the tour, or if not, just enjoy walking leisurely in the garden and imagine yourself as Bell. Later, we visited the city of Paris, and we found a plaque on Grand River Street N. telling this is a site where Bell received his first long-distance call from Brantford. Amazing!

They closed today on Canadian holiday; we walked around the area, it is well maintained, neat and pretty.

Sarah is the most amazing host and guide. She is so knowledgeable and patient with the kids and explained the history and context in so much detail! We had a truly lovely experience and learnt so much today. Must visit in Brantford. Highly recommended it.

The Bell Homestead National Historic Site is truly a gem that delves into the life, works, and inventions of Alexander Graham Bell. With an engaging and informative guided tour that transports you to the era of Bell's brilliant mind, this experience is both eye-opening and enlightening. The knowledgeable guides help to weave a captivating narrative that brings history to life. For history enthusiasts, and those keen to appreciate the finer details of Bell's remarkable accomplishments, the Bell Homestead visit is an unmissable and highly recommended opportunity.

Unfortunately we visited during the weekend but still it is worth it though we saw it only from outside. It has a museum, Alexander Graham Bell's parents house from where he invented telephone and neighbor's house where fist telephone office in Canada was started.

Great experience. Kids loved it and even I learned a few new things. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff as well. Will definitely return.

A really interesting historic site where you can learn about the history of the telephone! The tour was great too.

Bell Homestead Historic Site, with heritage buildings well preserved, is where one can discover and learn about Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the Telephone. The Phone Booth Museum store also provides a very informative video show. There are guided tours as well. The Exchange Cafe offers home-made bakeries and the friendly staff and excellent service is remarkable. With free parking available, a visit to this historic site is highly recommended.

Closed on Sunday, wonderful history and splendid gardens though sad to see veggies going to waste on ground. Perhaps critters will consume them

I've gone there before ages ago and it was interesting. But the tour we took today was really informative. Jillian did her absolute best to answer our questions and made sure to include my 9 year old into the experience. The ticket prices are reasonable ($10 adult, less for seniors and kids). The tour took a bit over an hour, and it's limited to 8 people or less at a time, so it's a good feeling because you're not in a giant crowd.

When you visit Brantford, this is a must on your to do list. The history is remarkable, the stories so real, and the tea house is absolutely delicious. Be sure to visit, make a reservation and indulge in this locally inspiring experience for at least 2 hours. Don't rush! Cheers, Spicy Jan

Beautiful and well maintained. A higgen gem in Ontario and something that needs more exposure and publicity. The tour is informative and amazing. Absolutely a place worth visiting.

This is a great spot to see and learn the interesting history of Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the Telephone. There are lots of great period accurate pieces on display, some early telephone and switchboards that are hands on, but the people that work here and guide the tours are what make this place amazing! It is a great time for all ages and very inexpensive. There is also a good gift shop with some cool stuff, and the exchange cafe.