Corktown and Distillery District Tour: Exploring Irish Immigration History
Toronto
Discover the rich Irish immigration history of Corktown and explore the iconic Gooderham & Worts Historic Distillery District in Toronto. Uncover stories of struggle, success, and revitalization in this engaging tour!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Distillery District - A vibrant shopping and entertainment district that was once the largest distillery in North America
- St. Paul’s Basilica - The first Catholic Church in Toronto
- Enoch Turner Schoolhouse - The oldest school in Toronto
- Little Trinity Church - Anglican Church
- Corktown Common - A newly developed park
What's Included
- Expert Guide
- Small group tour
What's Not Included
- Food and drink
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Transportation during tour
Additional Information
Corktown has long served as a refuge for the Irish who escaped the Potato Famines, demonstrating a varied past marked by resilience, adversity, triumph, hardship, and renewal.
Stroll along its age-old streets and discover the area that hosted more Irish immigrants than even Boston! Extend your journey into the historic Gooderham & Worts Distillery District. Delve into the distillery’s past, perhaps sample a regional specialty, and see how current films have transformed it into one of Toronto’s most frequented public venues today!
Location
St Paul's Basilica
Power Street
St. Paul’s Basilica (Corner of Queen St. East & Power St.)
83 Power St, Toronto, ON M5A 3A8, Canada
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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