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Private Downtown Toronto Walking Tour – Explore the City’s Rich History

4.5 (8 reviews) · By Top Dog Tours Toronto

Discover over 300 years of Toronto history on this private downtown walking tour in English. Walk through the city’s transformation from a small frontier fort to Canada’s vibrant cultural and financial hub. Your guide will lead you along historic First Nation trading paths, past iconic sites like Bay Street, and into the heart of downtown Toronto, all while sharing fascinating stories along the way.

As you explore, you'll get a close-up view of landmarks like Toronto's Old City Hall, the site of the new City Hall, and the impressive CN Tower. The tour concludes at the famous St. Lawrence Market, where you can enjoy a delicious peameal bacon sandwich and learn why Toronto earned the nickname “Hogtown.”

This 2-hour private tour offers an engaging way to see the city’s most notable sights with a knowledgeable guide, perfect for history buffs, first-time visitors, or anyone eager to learn more about Toronto’s rich past.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Toronto walking tour?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours, giving you plenty of time to see key sights and hear their stories.

What languages is the tour available in?

The tour is conducted in English.

Is the tour suitable for all ages?

Yes. It’s suitable for infants (0-5), children (6-12), and adults (13-99).

Is the tour accessible for wheelchair users?

Absolutely. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and small children can ride in strollers or prams.

What’s included in the tour?

You’ll enjoy a fully guided walking experience in English with a private expert guide.

Are food and drinks included?

No, food and drinks are not included. The tour ends at St. Lawrence Market, where you can purchase lunch.

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Duration 2 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 2 hours
Languages English
Group size Up to 15 people
Ages accepted Infants 0–5, Children 6–12, Adults 13–99
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in strollers
Tour type Private guided tour

What's included

Included

  • Fully guided walking tour in English
  • Private expert guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation during the tour
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

A 2-hour private walk through Toronto’s historic and modern landmarks, ending at St. Lawrence Market.

  1. Stop 1

    The "Times Square" of Toronto

    10 minutes
  2. Stop 2

    Toronto's Old City Hall

    5 minutes
  3. Stop 3

    Site of New City Hall

    5 minutes
  4. Stop 4 Pass by

    The Hockey Hall of Fame

  5. Stop 5

    Historic Food Hall

    5 minutes
  6. Stop 6

    Home of William Lyon Mackenzie

    5 minutes
  7. Stop 7 Pass by

    Tallest Structure in the Western Hemisphere

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point with your guide holding a white flag with a blue check.

Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day before
  • 0% refund if cancelled within 0–1 day
  • Tour may be canceled if there are not enough travelers

Confirmation within 24 hours

The supplier reviews your request and usually confirms within 24 hours.

From $58.88 per person

Infant Age 0–5
0
Child Age 6–12
0
Adult Age 13–99
2
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