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Kensington Market - Your host will plan a private and personalised itinerary based on your preferences, but you could start off at market and go from there.
Kensington has long been an artists’ hub and thanks to its distinctly wonderful eclectic and bohemian vibe it is the best hipster hangout in the city. Seek out charming cafés, the city’s best Mexican snack foods, decades-old vintage stores, record shops and tasty vegan lunch joints. - Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library - You can learn about Toronto’s history at one of Canada’s most incredible rare book collections which holds hundreds of thousands of gorgeous tomes that the general public can touch.
- University of Toronto - Toronto’s culture can be experienced at the University. Admire the architecture of the campus which is epitomized by a combination of Romanesque and Gothic Revival buildings, most dating between 1858 and 1929.
- Old City Hall - Perhaps you fancy a stop at the Old City Hall, located off Queen and Bay St in the heart of downtown Toronto, was designed in Romanesque-style and completed in 1899 by E.J. Lennox, a prominent Toronto architect during that time. It remains one of the city’s most prominent structures.
- St. Lawrence Market - Since 1803 the city’s top spot for fresh produce, delicious eats and artisanal goods. It will open your eyes to the real taste of Toronto and a visit can be included in your experience.
- Sugar Beach - One of the city’s favourite summer pastimes is flocking to Toronto’s beaches and luckily there are plenty of beaches in Toronto. Your host can point you to the best beaches to suit your taste.
- Distillery District - The pedestrian-only Distillery District, set in quaint 19th century buildings that once housed a large whiskey distillery, draws crowds to its cobblestone streets lined with hip indie restaurants, bars and boutiques. Art lovers come for the galleries, outdoor sculptures and dance, music and stage performances at the area’s several theatres.
- Leslieville Dollhouse - You can see a unique house which instead of boxwood, hydrangeas and day lilies, features superheros, Hello Kitties, mermaids, and troll dolls. Owner Shirley Sumaiser has been collecting her stuffed and plastic critters for over twenty years, using them to fill up her little plot of Leslieville.
- 4-hour experience with a personal host
- Flexible walking tour with optional public transport or taxi
- Private and personalized experience
- Convenient hotel meet-up (central locations)
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities (optional)
Your local guide will take you beyond the usual tourist spots to uncover Toronto’s hidden gems not even mentioned in your guidebook. Experience the city’s prime hipster hotspot and art center while learning about its history. Get a taste of the city’s unique character by visiting the top local food joints and oddball stores favored by the locals. Explore markets showcasing finest goods from farmers, butchers, and fish vendors. Chill at one of the city’s beaches and marvel at the quirky architecture as you stroll through the city’s trendiest neighborhoods.
Within a day of your booking, we will send you a brief personality and interest questionnaire. On the basis of your answers, we will match you with a host with similar interests. Your host will connect with you directly to propose a custom itinerary that lets you experience the city’s distinct charm. You will also coordinate on a suitable meeting point and time. Remember, your itinerary is flexible, so you always have the option to alter your plans on the day.
- After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a like-minded Local Host
- Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Local Host. Meet-up at your hotel or accommodation can be requested, or your Local Host will meet you at a convenient location close to the start of your experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
