Toronto Old City Hall, Toronto

Join us on an immersive 2.5 hour walking tour of Toronto's Film and TV Industry. Visit real life filming locations from Suicide Squad, Suits, The Boys, Handmaids Tale, American Psycho, Degrassi, among many others. Guests will be guided through various neighbourhoods in downtown Toronto including the entertainment, financial and Yonge-Dundas districts and learn more about their part in the film industry from an industry professional (actors, producers, directors etc.). Guests will be shown clips of scenes on a tablet from various Hollywood productions shot where they stand and be further educated on all things film industry related in the city. Come explore real filming locations for hit productions such as: Suicide Squad, American Psycho, The Boys, Suits, The Handmaids Tale, among many many others. Our Guides are also happy to give you other recommendations of things to do during your visit. Locals, visitors and guests of all ages and backgrounds, this is your opportunity to see Toronto in a new light and celebrate its booming film industry, while doing a variety of interactive activities. Please note, this tour has clips that depict some violence, that have ratings of PG-13.

Start with pickup at a centrally-located meeting point in Toronto. Hop aboard a spacious and air-conditioned bus and begin your sightseeing adventure. Listen as your guide tells you aboard the cultivated history of Toronto and the sophistication of its metropolitan sights and attractions. Catch a glimpse of the city's vibrant cultural and art scene as you view the exterior of the Royal Ontario Museum and the Art Gallery of Ontario. Delve into the city as you see the colorful Toronto Sign, Toronto's old and new City Hall, and Eaton Centre. Snap photos of the Yorkville Village shopping mall, the bustling streets of Chinatown, the imposing CN Tower, and Rogers Centre.

Our guides bring their absolute best on this Tips-Based Walking Tour, allowing all walks of life, regardless of budget to explore a 5-Star experience. Tour-goers are free to determine the value of the tour based on their experience and budget. Tour-goers are free to determine the value of the tour based on their experience and budget. If you enjoyed your experience, we recommend a gratuity of $30/person. Of course, this is up to you! Start your experience in Berczy Park, and meet your Toonie Tours guide with a Red Umbrella near the Dog Fountain. Your professional local guide will start with introductions and a brief overview. One of the best parts of these tours is meeting new friends and other like-minded travelers. After a short story about William Berczy, you'll head East toward the St. Lawrence District. After a short walk, we'll round the corner to the beautiful architecture of the Gooderham Building. The 100-year-old building is in the iconic flatiron style and wows travelers. Your guide will bring its history to life including why and where it's situated within the Greater Toronto area. Your guide will travel north into Old Toronto. Here, you'll hear tales of how the city got its name, and what it could possibly mean. You'll see impressive architecture from Gothic, to Modern, to Art Deco. Enjoy hidden courtyards within the skyscrapers that will remind you how nice it is to be with a knowledgeable guide. The next stop is right before going underground. The tour will enter the P.A.T.H, Toronto's underground network of public streets that protect us from the elements and intrigue the tourist to know more about the 30 kilometers of restaurants, shopping, services, and entertainment. We'll take the underground for a few blocks to avoid traffic and see some highlights of the system. We pop up from below right near Toronto's Old City Hall, where prime storytelling meets epic architecture which makes for the perfect photo op before walking across the street to Nathan Phillips Square. Here, you'll have an opportunity to take a short break, use the washroom, and take the iconic Toronto sign picture. After a short break, we walk to University Ave and the Campbell House Museum. This is the oldest house in Toronto, built in the old town of York, and moved to this site in the mid-1900s to remember to noble work of Sir Justice Campbell. We continue to John Street which includes incredible views of the CN Tower. This is the Entertainment District so you may want to poke your guide for a few recommendations while you walk. You'll arrive at David Pecaut Square where you will hear the amazing story of a Canadian hero, Terry Fox. This heartwarming story will put a pep in your step to bring you to Union Station, Toronto's central transit hub and iconic building. The tour will end a few blocks from where you started, at Berczy Park, where you can make further plans with newfound friends and tip your guide for the terrific experience.

Meet your guide and prepare to dive into Toronto's rich history on a captivating walking tour through the historic Old Town. Begin at Old City Hall, an architectural gem that holds tales of notorious duels and civic milestones. Move on to Mackenzie House, home to a former mayor with a haunting legacy, and St. James Anglican Cathedral, a towering symbol of Toronto's religious heritage. As you meander through the streets, learn about the Church of the Holy Trinity, a pivotal site in Toronto's early development. Discover how the city evolved from a military outpost to a vibrant metropolis. Conclude the tour at St. Lawrence Market, where the past and present collide in a bustling hub of culture and commerce. Throughout the tour, allow your guide to share unique stories that illuminate Toronto's journey through time, connecting its turbulent past to its dynamic present.

Explore Toronto’s history and culture on a walking tour focussed on the city’s past and present. See the city’s key landmarks, including Yonge-Dundas Square, Old City Hall, St. James Cathedral, and St. Lawrence Market, and enter Toronto's First Post Office. Start in the very heart of downtown Toronto, making your way through the Yonge-Bay Corridor and Financial district. Take a peek into the city’s past in the Old Town. Listen to accounts of some of the famous architects, founders, and influential people who shaped what you see today. Follow your guide through the streets and stop outside the most iconic spots such as the Eaton Center, Old City Hall, Nathan Phillips Square, Osgoode Hall, TD Square, Brookfield Place, The Gooderham Flatiron Building, and St. James Cathedral. Then, step inside Canada's oldest surviving purpose-built post office, in the heart of Toronto's historic St. Lawrence district. Learn about its use throughout the years. Continue to St. Lawrence Market, a major public market building once named the world’s best food market by National Geographic.