Toronto City Highlights

Highlights

• The CN Tower and its glass floor (admission optional)
• The Distillery District's Victorian-era industrial architecture
• St. Lawrence Market, ranked among the world's best food markets
• Kensington Market's bohemian shops and street murals

Itinerary

9:00 AM

Pickup & CN Tower

Your day begins with pickup around downtown Toronto, where your guide welcomes you before heading toward the unmistakable silhouette of the CN Tower. Once the tallest freestanding structure in the world, this Toronto icon has anchored the skyline since 1976 and still commands panoramic views across Lake Ontario and the cityscape below. Photograph its sleek needle profile from the plaza, and if you choose the optional admission, ride the glass elevator up for a bird's-eye perspective before settling in for a day of downtown exploration ahead.

CN Tower, Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

St. Lawrence Market, Toronto, ON

11:00 AM

St. Lawrence Market

From the CN Tower, you'll make your way to St. Lawrence Market, repeatedly ranked among the best food markets in the world and a beloved Toronto institution since 1803. Wander the aisles of the Georgian-style market hall, where vendors sell peameal bacon sandwiches, artisan cheeses, fresh seafood, and baked goods from generations-old stalls. This stop is free time, so grab lunch on your own from whichever counter catches your eye, then browse the upper-level antique market and soak in the lively, community atmosphere that has made this market a downtown fixture for over two centuries.

St. Lawrence Market, Toronto, ON

Distillery District, Toronto, ON

Kensington Market, Toronto, ON

1:00 PM

Distillery District

Next comes a walk through the Distillery District, a beautifully preserved 19th-century Victorian industrial complex once home to the Gooderham and Worts distillery, at one time the largest in the British Empire. Its red-brick warehouses and cobblestone lanes, closed to cars, now house galleries, boutique shops, chocolatiers, and cafes, making it one of Toronto's most photogenic corners. Take your time strolling past the ironwork and murals, ducking into artisan stores, and admiring how this former industrial site was transformed into a vibrant pedestrian-only cultural quarter beloved by locals and visitors alike.

Distillery District, Toronto, ON

CN Tower, Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

2:30 PM

Kensington Market

The afternoon continues in Kensington Market, a UNESCO-recognized National Historic Site and one of the most eclectic neighbourhoods in Canada. This is free time to wander a colourful patchwork of narrow streets lined with vintage clothing shops, independent record stores, global street food stalls, and walls covered in ever-changing murals. Kensington's bohemian, multicultural character reflects waves of immigrant communities that have called it home over the decades, and its laid-back energy makes it a favourite for people-watching, snacking your way down the block, or simply soaking up Toronto's most creative corner.

Kensington Market, Toronto, ON

St. Lawrence Market, Toronto, ON

Distillery District, Toronto, ON

4:30 PM

Return

As the afternoon winds down, you'll be driven back to your downtown Toronto drop-off point, bringing your day of city exploring to a relaxed close. Reflect on the day's mix of iconic sights and hidden gems, from the towering CN Tower and the bustling stalls of St. Lawrence Market to the artsy laneways of the Distillery District and the vibrant chaos of Kensington Market. This late-afternoon return gives you time to freshen up before dinner, with plenty of the evening still ahead to continue exploring Toronto's restaurants, waterfront, and nightlife on your own.

Toronto, ON

Kensington Market, Toronto, ON

CN Tower, Toronto, ON

Route & Distances

1. Toronto→CN Tower≈ 2 km
2. CN Tower→St. Lawrence Market≈ 2 km
3. St. Lawrence Market→Distillery District≈ 2 km
4. Distillery District→Kensington Market≈ 6 km
5. Kensington Market→Toronto≈ 3 km

Distances are approximate driving distances, for reference only — actual route and mileage on the day may vary.

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What's Included

Own Expenses

Optional activities you can add on-site — not included in the tour price.

• CN Tower admission (incl. glass floor)≈ $53 CAD / person

Cancellation Policy

Good to Know

• Valid government-issued photo ID is required for every traveler on all departures.
• Pickup and drop-off times are approximate and may shift by 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
• Itinerary order and stops may change due to weather, road closures, or park conditions — safety comes first.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; stops involve short, easy walks rather than technical hiking.
• Let us know about mobility needs, dietary restrictions, or large group sizes at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
• Multi-day tours are priced based on double-occupancy hotel rooms; single-traveler and triple-occupancy rates are available on request.

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