Explore Toronto's Distillery District with Our Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Discover Toronto's historic heart with the Toronto Distillery District Self-Guided Walking Tour. This engaging experience takes you from the iconic Big Heart sculpture through the vibrant Distillery District, revealing the city's rich history and fascinating stories along the way.
With challenges at every stop, you'll learn about Toronto's earliest buildings, its first schoolhouse, and notable landmarks like the St. Lawrence Market and the Flatiron building. Perfect for all ages, this tour combines fun, education, and exploration, all accessible via your smartphone.
Take your time—this flexible tour lets you start whenever you're ready and spend as long as you like at each site. Whether you're visiting Toronto for the first time or a local wanting to explore deeper, this self-guided adventure offers a memorable way to see the city.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Toronto Distillery District self-guided tour take?
The tour typically lasts between 2 to 3 hours, depending on how much time you spend at each stop.
Is the tour suitable for children and accessible for everyone?
Yes, the tour is designed for all ages, including kids, and is wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can ride in strollers or prams too.
Do I need internet access during the tour?
Yes, internet access on your smartphone is required to access the scavenger hunt and challenges.
Are admission fees included in the tour?
No, admission to the various locations is not included, but you do not need to enter any sites to complete the scavenger hunt.
Can I start the tour at any time?
Absolutely. You can begin whenever you're ready, directly from your smartphone—no fixed schedule needed.
Free cancellation
You can cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time.
Reserve now
Check a date here, then finish booking with our partner. Payment options are confirmed at checkout.
Duration 2 hours – 3 hours
Check availability to see start times.
Guided experience
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Visit to 45 locations
- Scavenger Hunt on smartphone (mobile site)
- 48 varied challenges
Not included
- Internet access on your smartphone required
- Admission fees for locations are not included
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Start and end point of your scavenger hunt. Learn about Ontario's first parliament buildings and solve an initial challenge.
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Stop 2
Take a selfie with Toronto's Big Heart as you enter the Distillery District.
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Stop 3
Spend about 30 minutes exploring the historic Gooderham & Worts distillery buildings and solving challenges about their history.
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Stop 4
Circle the theatre near the Distillery District, solving 3 challenges and taking around 10 minutes.
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Stop 5
Walk 5 minutes to learn about Toronto’s first schoolhouse and complete a challenge here.
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Stop 6
Visit a historic small church, learn about its past, and solve a challenge in 5 minutes.
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Stop 7
Discover a small theatre and a beautiful mural, solving 2 challenges in about 5 minutes.
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Stop 8
Learn about Canada's National Newspaper and historic buildings, spending 5 minutes on challenges.
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Stop 9
Relax in a park, exploring Toronto’s early history and the great fire, for about 5 minutes.
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Stop 10
Visit a beautiful church and solve a simple challenge in 5 minutes.
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Stop 11
Explore a small garden and complete a challenge in 4-5 minutes.
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Stop 12
Learn about Toronto’s great fire and historic architecture in about 5 minutes.
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Stop 13
Walk from King St. E to Front St. E, learning about Toronto’s first public well and completing a challenge in 7 minutes.
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Stop 14
Discover the history of St. Lawrence Market and Canada's first telegraph, solving challenges here in 5-8 minutes.
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Stop 15
Learn about Toronto’s Flatiron building visible from the market, with a quick challenge in 5 minutes.
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Stop 16
Complete four challenges connecting various historic sites, spending about 10 minutes moving between locations.
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Stop 17
Visit the historic fire station, solving three challenges about its past in 7-8 minutes.
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Stop 18
Learn about the Canadian Opera Company buildings and solve related challenges in about 10 minutes.
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Stop 19
Finish your tour by exploring the Canadian Stage company’s historic site, solving a few final challenges.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Once you arrive at Parliament Square Park, complete your booking on our website, log into your account, and click the blue button to start your scavenger hunt.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $10.49 per person
- Free cancellation
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