Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market
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September 2026
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4.8/5
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Is Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market worth booking?
Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market is a 3-hour experience in Toronto, Canada, from $59 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 178 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (178)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Taste your way through Toronto’s Old Town on a food and history adventure packed with local favourites, iconic market bites, and fascinating stories. From St. Lawrence Market to a classic peameal bacon sandwich and butte
What you get
- End at a neighbourhood pub, with local craft beer
- Freshly brewed coffee from a local Toronto roaster
- Half peameal bacon sandwich or a vegetarian alternative
- Explore St. Lawrence Market and the historic Market District
- Local English-speaking guide with expert knowledge of Toronto's food and history
- Canadian ginger ale
About this experience
Taste your way through Toronto’s Old Town on a food and history adventure packed with local favourites, iconic market bites, and fascinating stories. From St. Lawrence Market to a classic peameal bacon sandwich and buttery Canadian treats, discover the people, places, and flavours that helped shape the city.
What's included
Included
- End at a neighbourhood pub, with local craft beer
- Freshly brewed coffee from a local Toronto roaster
- Half peameal bacon sandwich or a vegetarian alternative
- Explore St. Lawrence Market and the historic Market District
- Local English-speaking guide with expert knowledge of Toronto's food and history
- Canadian ginger ale
- Canadian butter tart or custard tart
Not included
- Tips & gratuities for your guide
- Additional beer and food
What you'll see and do
Hockey Hall of Fame
Meet your local guide in the heart of Old Town Toronto and begin your journey through the city's historic core. Learn how Toronto evolved from a small colonial settlement into Canada's largest and most multicultural city as you uncover the stories, people, and events that shaped modern Toronto.
10 minutes here
Berczy Park
Walk past some of Toronto's most recognizable landmarks while discovering the city's architectural and cultural evolution. Learn how business, immigration, and urban development transformed Toronto from a frontier town into a major international city. Your guide will share stories that bring these historic sites to life and reveal details many visitors overlook.
Pass by without stopping
Visit a popular local coffee roaster and enjoy a freshly brewed coffee while learning about Toronto's early working-class communities and the role coffeehouses played in the city's social and economic development. Discover how coffee culture became an important part of daily life and local identity.
30 minutes here
Explore the historic streets surrounding Toronto's civic and cultural landmarks. Along the way, learn about public gatherings, social reform movements, immigration, and the challenges of life in early Toronto. These sites help tell the story of how the city grew and adapted through periods of rapid change.
10 minutes here
St. Lawrence Market
Step inside one of Toronto's most celebrated food destinations and discover why St. Lawrence Market has been a gathering place for locals for more than two centuries. Sample Toronto's iconic peameal bacon sandwich, enjoy a classic Canadian butter tart, and learn the surprising story behind Canada Dry Ginger Ale and its connection to Prohibition. Through food and storytelling, gain a deeper understanding of Toronto's diverse communities, culinary traditions, and local history.
90 minutes here
Finish your experience at a beloved local pub in the heart of Old Town. Enjoy a complimentary ½-pint craft beer and learn about Toronto's growing craft brewing scene while reflecting on the flavors and stories encountered throughout the tour. Your guide can also provide personalized recommendations for additional food, drink, and sightseeing experiences around the city.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Toronto
NW corner of Yonge St. and Front St, outside the Hockey Hall of Fame
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
C’est What Pub or nearby area in Old Town
Options you can book
Private Tour
Small Group Tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Intrepid Urban Adventures - Canada
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Perfect for food lovers, history enthusiasts, and first-time visitors looking to experience Toronto’s iconic flavours while discovering the stories that shaped the city.
- Do you need to bring ID for this tour? Yes, you do. You’ll need to show a valid photo ID to your guide at the start of the tour. It’s a quick check to confirm that everyone meets the minimum age requirement of 19.
- Is the tour vegetarian-friendly? This tour is designed with vegetarians in mind, and you’ll enjoy a hearty veggie-friendly option so no one misses out. However, we’re not able to accommodate other dietary needs like vegan, gluten-free, or allergies at this time.
- What is the amount of walking involved? The walking distance is approximately 2 kilometers (about 1.2 mile), making it a relaxed and accessible pace suitable for most fitness levels.
- Is this tour right for guests with mobility concerns? We're sorry, but this tour is not wheelchair accessible. It includes walking and a venue that can only be reached via stairs. If you have mobility concerns, please contact us before booking and we'll be happy to help determine if this tour is right for you.
- This tour is operated by a B Corp certified company committed to using travel as a force for good.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 19+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $59 to $278
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 62
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Toronto.
How much does Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market cost?
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Prices start at $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Toronto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Toronto is not rushed.
Is Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 178 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Toronto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 19. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market?
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Around 62 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Toronto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Toronto and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Old Town Toronto Food and History Tour with St. Lawrence Market start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Toronto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Toronto?
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On Outty we rank every Toronto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto, Niagara Falls Canada Day Tour From Toronto + Boat Cruise Option, Niagara Falls Tour from Toronto: Boat Ride & Journey Behind Falls. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Toronto?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Toronto?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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