Downtown Toronto Tour Financial District and PATH

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Toronto

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Mike

Registered on 28 August 2024

I am a professional tour guide with over 15 years of experience showcasing Toronto’s vibrant culture and history. Specializing in architecture, neighborhoods, music, vinyl culture, and Toronto’s rich past, I offer engaging walking and bus tours that have earned hundreds of five-star reviews. As a graduate of the Second City Improv Conservatory and a Union Actor with ACTRA, I bring storytelling to life with charm, humor, and a theatrical flair. My passion for the city is matched by my deep knowledge, fueled by a personal library of over 100 books on Canadian and Toronto history that I study constantly. Join me to experience Toronto through the eyes of a historian, storyteller, and entertainer!

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Discover Toronto's dynamic downtown on this engaging 90-minute to 2-hour walking tour! Starting at Union Station, we'll delve into the towering skyscrapers, historic buildings, and hidden gems of Toronto's Financial District. From the iconic Royal York Hotel to modern marvels like the TD Centre, you'll learn the stories behind the city's architecture and its evolution into a global financial hub.

Our journey takes us through Toronto's unique PATH system—an extensive network of underground walkways connecting major landmarks. Along the way, you'll experience both the vibrant energy of the city streets and the fascinating world below.

We'll conclude at Nathan Phillips Square and City Hall, where history meets modernity. Perfect for architecture enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone curious about Toronto's urban core!

Wear comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, and get ready to explore the heart of the city with a mix of indoor and outdoor stops.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

65 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6, Canada

I will have a name badge that says Mike on it. I will meet you inside the Grand Hall at Union Station next to the giant clock.

Free entry

Union Station Toronto

Meet inside in the great hall, near the giant clock in the middle of the station. Canada’s busiest transportation hub and a masterpiece of Beaux-Arts architecture. Opened in 1927, Union Station features an iconic Great Hall with its soaring coffered ceiling and intricate stonework. It remains a gateway to the city and a symbol of Toronto’s growth.

Outside visit

Fairmont Royal York

An emblem of luxury since 1929, this grand hotel once held the title of the tallest building in the British Empire.

Free entry

Brookfield Place

Often called the “crystal cathedral of commerce,” this architectural gem fuses heritage and modern design. It incorporates historic façades within a stunning glass atrium designed by Santiago Calatrava.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).