Toronto · HISTORICAL TOURS
12 reviewed
The best historical tours fill their calendars weeks ahead in high season. These 12 are the ones that keep filling first, with current prices and what sets each apart, so you can claim a spot before the weekend crowds do.
Toronto’s dark past after dark. Pick a 75-minute seasonal ghost walk with a cloaked guide, plus clues, mysteries, and local lore.
“Travis was awesome, I'm from Toronto and learned a ton! Tour was great then on his recommendation, we went to Stormcrow Manor to keep the spooky vibes going.”
Toronto’s Distillery District in an hour: Victorian industrial architecture, Gooderham & Worts stories, and early-city tales for $20.
“Devin was a great guide, and super enthusiastic about the city's history. The rain was really coming down, and he made it fun despite that!”
Niagara Falls guided walk plus a boat cruise into the mist, with ponchos, skip-the-line boarding, coupons, and free maple syrup. 1.5 hours.
“Great history of Niagara saw some great views. Katie was an awesome guide very knowledgeable and pleasant to talk to”
Toronto’s craft beer walk with two included tastings at historic pubs, plus St. Lawrence Market and the Distillery District in about 3 hours.
“Amazing guide! We've lived near Toronto for 30 years and were still learning lots, would recommend!!”
A 90-minute Toronto Old Town history walk with Victorian sights, darker stories, and a smart finish at St. Lawrence Market.
“Mike, my tour guide was knowledgeable, willing to answer all my questions and more! I really enjoyed his positive outlook and love of Toronto. I learned a lot of information about the city in a short amount time.. It is a 5 star.”
Niagara Falls Canadian-side Hornblower boat cruise plus a guided history walk, with line-skip entry and a discount bundle.
“It was great getting drenched by the falls & getting to know Bernie!”
Guided Niagara Falls day trip from Toronto with Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara Parkway stops, Journey Behind the Falls, and major photo ops.
“Hubo un retraso en la recogida de 20 minutos, pero el trato tan cercano, amable, atento a todas las demandas de cada pasajero de nuestro conductor Ajay hizo que la experiencia fuera magnífica. Este tour es altamente recomendable y si tienen la suerte de coincidir con Ajay será un día para recordar.”
A 2-hour 7 pm walking tour through Old Toronto’s brothel past, led by LK, with unmarked sites and social history for adults.
“LK was a wonderful guide! The tour was interesting and packed full of history. I would recommend this tour to everyone.”
Toronto’s Distillery District walk focused on Prohibition, ending with a tasting flight of three spirits for a small-group tour.
“A fun and lively overview of the Distillery District. Our tour guide Erik was a wealth of knowledge delivering it all with enthusiasm.”
A relaxed, small-group Toronto walking tour linking downtown landmarks to Canadian culture, ending at St. Lawrence Market for optional food.
“Great experience! I have spent most of my life around the GTA and have been to Toronto many times, but I have never experienced it like this. On this tour I was able to learn a ton about the city and experience some cool places I wasn’t aware of. My tour guide was friendly, funny, and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend for anyone that wants to learn more about Toronto or experience the city for their first time!”
A 90-minute self-guided dark-history clue game through downtown Toronto, from City Hall to St. Lawrence Market. Solve 10 challenges on your phone.
“Get to see interesting sites in the city and have an interesting anecdote or story associated with the location. You can go at your own pace or try to achieve a timed goal.”
A 90-minute downtown Toronto walk with Duncan: Nathan Phillips Square, the PATH, finance, street skateboarding history, and NHL/Raptors spots.
“Duncan gave an excellent tour, full of fascinating and little-known insights about the great city of Toronto. He was easy to understand, welcomed every question, and clearly cared about giving us a memorable experience. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour!”
