Toronto Fort York Area Self Guided Walking Tour with Challenges
At a glance
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Price from
- $10 / person
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Tourist Scavenger Hunt
- Meeting point
- Once you're standing near Princes' Gates, the entrance to the CNE, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
Description
Explore the historic Fort York area in Toronto on this engaging self-guided walking tour. Covering 3.3 km (2.1 miles), this scavenger hunt-style adventure takes you past 21 notable sites, including Fort York, HMCS York, and Coronation Park. Complete varied challenges that reveal intriguing historical facts and local insights, making it a fun experience for all ages. Ideal for families, groups, or solo travellers, you can set your own pace and start whenever you’re ready using just your smartphone. Buy either a single or a group ticket. Buy either a single or a group ticket. - Discover 21 historic locations in the Fort York area - Enjoy 28 varied challenges suitable for kids and adults - Walk at your own pace; the tour lasts 2-3 hours - Accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, and pets are welcome
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Group price
- $10 per group of up to 6
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Princes' Gates
Learn about the Princes' Gates and who inaugurated it in 1927 Solve several challenges while you are here.
Canadian National Exhibition
Learn about the annual CNE and its parade while solving a few challenges. Spend 10 minutes here
The Toronto Inukshuk Park
Discover this small park and how Inukshuks are assembled. Solve 2 challenges here
Ontario Place
See and learn about Ontario Place from the Inukshuk Park. Solve 1 challenge before moving on.
Coronation Park
See several monuments and information signs as you walk through this lakeside park. Learn some Toronto history and solve 3 challenges.
Learn about this naval reserve unit, and solve a challenge here, by Lake Ontario. Spend 5 minutes walking around it.
Maple Leaf Stadium
Learn about this small park, with a big baseball history (yes baseball). Solve a challenge here.
See and learn about the Toronto Islands Airport, a stone's throw away from your location. Spend 5 minutes here.
Centre Island
Learn about Center Island as you walk by the Billy Bishop Ferry Terminal.
Little Norway Park
Learn about the exiled Royal Norwegian Air Force training base located here. Solve 3 challenges while you are here
Monument to the War of 1812
Learn about the War of 1812, which involved Fort York in a fight against American invaders. Solve a challenge while you are here
Solve 2 challenges as you make your way to this park. Learn about June Callwood, then head to your next destination.
Discover the history of this miniature lighthouse, moved here at the end of the 19th century. Solve a challenge about its shape.
Fort York National Historic Site
Approach and learn about Fort York as you walk by it. This tour does not take you within, but allows you the time to pause and visit it should you wish. Continue whenever you are ready. Spend 5-10 minutes getting here and learning before moving on.
Learn about this active Canadian Forces armoury and its unit's involvement in Afghanistan between 2001 and 2014. See an LAV III out front. Solve 3 challenges while here.
Learn about the Ukrainian genocide, orchestrated by Joseph Stalin's communist regime through starvation. Solve your final challenge here.
What's included
Included
21 points of interest seen
Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required)
24/7 customer support
28 varied challenges to solve
Not included
This tour is strictly exterior sightseeing, you need not enter any of the locations seen on it.
Admission is not included for any location, as you do not need to enter them for this activity.
Internet access on your smartphone required
How it compares in Toronto
- Price unchanged over the last 19 days
Excurgo comparison of 596 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Toronto Fort York Area Self Guided Walking Tour with Challenges lasts about 2–3 hours. The itinerary has 16 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $10 per person for this Toronto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Once you're standing near Princes' Gates, the entrance to the CNE, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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