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Full-Day Toronto Tour with a Local, Custom + Private
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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.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $305.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 15.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Full-Day Toronto Tour with a Local, Custom + Private lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $159 per person for this Toronto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $305. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM.
Children aged 7–12 pay from $36, adults from $159.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. 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. Pickup points include Novotel Toronto Centre.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 8 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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