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Full-Day Toronto Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

5.0 (one review) 7–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Full-Day Toronto Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

About this activity

This isn’t a rigid itinerary—it’s a full-day walking experience through Toronto, crafted entirely around what excites you. Whether you’re drawn to design, history, local culture, or food, your host curates a day that keeps the energy up and your curiosity engaged from start to finish.

After booking, you’ll complete a short online questionnaire so we can match you with a local host who understands what you’re looking for. You’ll collaborate to shape a flexible, immersive route—filled with vibrant stops, cultural insights, and moments that reveal the real Toronto beyond the usual tourist trail.

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At a glance

Duration
7–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
City Unscripted

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Online questionnaire link sent after booking to tailor your experience and match you to a local host
  • Included: Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central!
  • Included: 7 or 8-hours of guided exploration based on your interests and pace
  • Included: Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • Included: Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations

Not included

  • Not included: Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
  • Not included: Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

  1. Toronto

    Passing by

    See Toronto like a local—up close, unscripted, and full of character. With a full day to explore, you’ll uncover the city’s distinct neighborhoods, creative pulse, and historic depth alongside a passionate local host. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections, shaped around you and filled with authentic, memorable discoveries.

    Before your experience begins, you’ll receive a short online questionnaire so we can design an itinerary that reflects your interests—whether that means visiting vibrant markets, admiring architecture, sampling local food, or relaxing along the lakeshore. Here are some stops that could shape your day:

  2. Kensington Market

    Passing by

    Start your day in one of Toronto’s most colorful districts. This bohemian neighborhood is packed with vintage shops, international cuisine, vegan cafés, and bold murals—a creative hub that’s buzzing with local flavor.

  3. Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library

    Passing by

    Step into a hidden gem of literary and architectural beauty. Home to hundreds of thousands of rare volumes, this space offers quiet wonder and rich history, right in the heart of the city.

  4. Old City Hall

    Passing by

    Completed in 1899, this Romanesque landmark remains one of Toronto’s most iconic civic buildings. Learn about its design and the role it has played in shaping the city’s downtown landscape.

  5. St. Lawrence Market

    Passing by

    Toronto’s most historic market has been serving the city since 1803. Discover fresh local produce, artisanal specialties, and multicultural culinary traditions that tell the story of the city’s diversity.

  6. Canada's Sugar Beach

    Passing by

    End the day by the waterfront at this playful urban beach. With soft white sand, pink umbrellas, and harbor breezes, it’s a refreshing and scenic break in your day of exploration.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.

End point

  • This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.

Pickup points

  • Novotel Toronto Centre
  • Union Hotel
  • One King West Hotel & Residence
  • Ace Hotel Toronto
  • Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel
  • Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto
  • The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto
  • TOOR Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
  • Toronto Lofts
  • The Diamond Collection
  • Revery Toronto Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton
  • Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown

and 29 more pickup points

This is a private walking experience. Your host will meet you at your selected hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option.

If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option.

Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour.

NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

Using your ticket

Once you've booked your experience, your local host will personally reach out to tailor the adventure to your interests. Whether you're seeking authentic food spots, cultural insights, or hidden gems, we ensure your journey is immersive, personalized, and uniquely yours, transforming your tour into a meaningful connection with the city.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections

  • After booking, you'll receive a short online questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.

  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.

  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.

Options

  • 7 Hours Toronto Walking Tour

    Duration: 7 hours

  • Full-Day Toronto Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

    Pickup included

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