Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market

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About this activity

Taste your way through Toronto’s Old Town on a food and history adventure packed with local favourites, iconic market bites, and fascinating stories. From St. Lawrence Market to a classic peameal bacon sandwich and buttery Canadian treats, discover the people, places, and flavours that helped shape the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Intrepid Urban Adventures - Canada

Ages: Adults (19–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: End at a neighbourhood pub, with local craft beer
Included: Freshly brewed coffee from a local Toronto roaster
Included: Half peameal bacon sandwich or a vegetarian alternative
Included: Explore St. Lawrence Market and the historic Market District
Included: Local English-speaking guide with expert knowledge of Toronto's food and history
Included: Canadian ginger ale
Included: Canadian butter tart or custard tart

Not included

Not included: Tips & gratuities for your guide
Not included: Additional beer and food

Itinerary

Hockey Hall of Fame

10 min

Meet your local guide in the heart of Old Town Toronto and begin your journey through the city's historic core. Learn how Toronto evolved from a small colonial settlement into Canada's largest and most multicultural city as you uncover the stories, people, and events that shaped modern Toronto.
Berczy Park

Passing by

Walk past some of Toronto's most recognizable landmarks while discovering the city's architectural and cultural evolution. Learn how business, immigration, and urban development transformed Toronto from a frontier town into a major international city. Your guide will share stories that bring these historic sites to life and reveal details many visitors overlook.
Stop 3

30 min

Visit a popular local coffee roaster and enjoy a freshly brewed coffee while learning about Toronto's early working-class communities and the role coffeehouses played in the city's social and economic development. Discover how coffee culture became an important part of daily life and local identity.
Stop 4

10 min

Explore the historic streets surrounding Toronto's civic and cultural landmarks. Along the way, learn about public gatherings, social reform movements, immigration, and the challenges of life in early Toronto. These sites help tell the story of how the city grew and adapted through periods of rapid change.
St. Lawrence Market

1 h 30 min

Step inside one of Toronto's most celebrated food destinations and discover why St. Lawrence Market has been a gathering place for locals for more than two centuries. Sample Toronto's iconic peameal bacon sandwich, enjoy a classic Canadian butter tart, and learn the surprising story behind Canada Dry Ginger Ale and its connection to Prohibition. Through food and storytelling, gain a deeper understanding of Toronto's diverse communities, culinary traditions, and local history.
Stop 6

30 min

Finish your experience at a beloved local pub in the heart of Old Town. Enjoy a complimentary ½-pint craft beer and learn about Toronto's growing craft brewing scene while reflecting on the flavors and stories encountered throughout the tour. Your guide can also provide personalized recommendations for additional food, drink, and sightseeing experiences around the city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

NW corner of Yonge St. and Front St, outside the Hockey Hall of Fame

End point

C’est What Pub or nearby area in Old Town

Using your ticket

Dietary Notes

This tour is designed with vegetarians in mind, and you’ll enjoy a hearty veggie-friendly option so no one misses out. However, we’re not able to accommodate other dietary needs like vegan, gluten-free, or allergies at this time.

Child Policy

Children and teens under age 19 are not permitted to join this tour. Photo ID must be supplied to your guide at the beginning of the tour.

Dress Code

Summers can be hot and humid, spring/autumn can be cool, and winters downright frigid with snow. Dress according to weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Perfect for food lovers, history enthusiasts, and first-time visitors looking to experience Toronto’s iconic flavours while discovering the stories that shaped the city.
Do you need to bring ID for this tour? Yes, you do. You’ll need to show a valid photo ID to your guide at the start of the tour. It’s a quick check to confirm that everyone meets the minimum age requirement of 19.
Is the tour vegetarian-friendly? This tour is designed with vegetarians in mind, and you’ll enjoy a hearty veggie-friendly option so no one misses out. However, we’re not able to accommodate other dietary needs like vegan, gluten-free, or allergies at this time.
What is the amount of walking involved? The walking distance is approximately 2 kilometers (about 1.2 mile), making it a relaxed and accessible pace suitable for most fitness levels.
Is this tour right for guests with mobility concerns? We're sorry, but this tour is not wheelchair accessible. It includes walking and a venue that can only be reached via stairs. If you have mobility concerns, please contact us before booking and we'll be happy to help determine if this tour is right for you.
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