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Toronto Food & History Tour of Old Town & St. Lawrence Market

By Intrepid Travel
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $61 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Taste Toronto favorites at St. Lawrence Market
  • Explore Old Town's landmarks and hidden gems
  • Learn how food and culture shaped Toronto
  • Enjoy coffee, butter tarts, bacon, ginger ale, and beer
  • Experience Toronto with a local guide and small group

Activity location

  • St Lawrence Market Toronto
    • 92-95 Front St E, Toronto ON M5E 1C3
    • Toronto, CAN

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hockey Hall of Fame
    • Toronto, CAN

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided small-group walking tour of Old Town Toronto
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Friendly English-speaking local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Locally roasted coffee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    1/2 Peameal bacon sandwich (vegetarian option available)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Butter tart tasting
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Stories and insights into Toronto’s history and food culture
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour led by a local, food-loving guide from a certified B-Corp company
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcohol (beer is optional and at guest’s own cost)

Know before you book

  • Perfect for first-time visitors and curious food lovers looking for an authentic introduction to Toronto's food, history, and local culture.
  • Toronto weather can change quickly. Dress for the season and wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Children and teens under 19 years of age are not permitted on this tour. Guests may be required to present a valid government-issued photo ID.
  • Vegetarian options are available if advised at least 24 hours prior to travel. Other dietary requirements cannot be accommodated.
  • This is a small-group walking tour with a maximum of 12 travellers.
  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for guests with limited mobility, as one venue requires access via stairs.
  • This tour is carbon neutral and operated by a B Corp Certified company committed to responsible tourism and supporting locally owned businesses.

What you can expect

Discover the best of Toronto in just a few hours on a small-group walking tour through Old Town and the famous St. Lawrence Market. Led by a local guide, you'll explore the neighborhood where Toronto began, uncovering iconic landmarks, local flavors, and the stories that shaped Canada's largest city.

Visit St. Lawrence Market, one of Toronto's most celebrated attractions, and sample classic Canadian favorites including locally roasted coffee, a peameal bacon sandwich (vegetarian option available), a refreshing Canada Dry ginger ale, and a traditional butter tart. As you stroll through historic streets and the Market District, you'll discover local landmarks, hidden corners, and fascinating stories of the people and events that helped shape the city.

Finish your experience at a beloved local pub, where you can enjoy a locally brewed craft beer and raise a glass to Toronto's past and present.

Perfect for first-time visitors and curious food lovers, this tour combines local food, city highlights, and expert storytelling for an authentic introduction to Toronto.

Location

Activity location

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    St Lawrence Market Toronto
    • 92-95 Front St E, Toronto ON M5E 1C3
    • Toronto, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hockey Hall of Fame
    • Toronto, Canada