15 Walking & Ghost Tours in Toronto Worth Booking

1.Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 621 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

This three-hour, small-group walk with Buzz Tours covers Toronto highlights from the CN Tower and Harbourfront to Brookfield Place, Old Toronto, and St. Lawrence Market. Guides including Nick, Jason, Ken, James, and Dan bring local history, photos, humor, and practical food tips. Groups are capped at 12.

“Excellent tour, I like to book an overview tour the first day I arrive in a new city. Ken was extremely knowledgeable, he even went above and beyond by going off the beaten path. We ended in timely manner and he even stayed to answer questions. I shared information I learned with someone born in Toronto and she didn’t even know that information. She plans to take the tour when she visits family in Toronto. Excellent job Ken!”

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2.Toronto Distillery District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 327 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Walk Toronto’s Distillery District with a local guide such as David, Erik, Tom, or Zach. In about an hour, you’ll trace Gooderham & Worts from milling to whiskey production, study Victorian industrial buildings, and see how the old works became a lively district of shops, cafés, and restaurants.

“This was a very entertaining and informative tour that gave great insights into the history of the Distillery District!”

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3.City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 306 reviews · 3 hours · from $5Best value

Join a Spanish or English-speaking Toonie Tours guide for a 3-hour, 7-kilometer walk from Berczy Park to Union Station. You’ll see Toronto landmarks, learn to use the PATH, hear local stories, and get practical food, nightlife, and sightseeing tips. Guides such as Dwight, Maria, Alex, and Zak are often praised for clear storytelling.

“Zack was very knowledgeable and entertaining. It was very enjoyable”

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4.Old Town Toronto Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 290 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $5

Start in Berczy Park and walk through Old Toronto, the financial district, the PATH, the Entertainment District, and Nathan Phillips Square. Guides such as Maya, Joel, Maria, and Alex bring the city alive with history, architecture, film, food, and local tips. English tours are offered, with Spanish available when selected.

“Maya was our tour guide, full of very interesting facts and trivia - we walked 7km and the tour lasted 3 hours, but I didn’t even notice as I was so engrossed!”

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5.Dark History Nighttime Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 273 reviews · 1h 15m · from $20

Choose a 75-minute nighttime walk through Toronto’s financial district, old town, University of Toronto campus, or Distillery District. A cloaked English-speaking guide such as Cass, Dev, Jeff, or Cole blends ghost stories with local history. Tours run outdoors, rain or shine.

“Meredith was very nice ! The way the tells the stories are very scary! I won’t sleep tonight !”

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6.Distillery District Historic Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 267 reviews · 1 hour · from $20

Spend one hour walking Toronto’s Distillery District with an English-speaking guide such as Eric, Nicole, Devin, or Tom. See preserved Victorian industrial buildings, hear how Gooderham and Worts became a global distilling giant, and learn how Toronto grew around it. The easy route is wheelchair accessible.

“Nicole was our knowledgeable and marvelous guide. We learned so much about the distillery district. We especially liked the white building with meter-thick walls!”

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7.City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 185 reviews · 3 hours · from $38

Spend three hours walking central Toronto with a local English-speaking guide such as Nick, Ken, or Dave. See the CN Tower, waterfront, PATH, Brookfield Place, Old Toronto, and St. Lawrence Market in a small group limited to 10 people.

“Nick is a wonderful guide - very knowledgeable and engaged, we had a perfect walk through Toronto.”

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8.Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 150 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $43

Meet a private Lokafyer near central Toronto and shape a two to eight hour walk around your interests. Guides such as Chris, Alex, Adrian, and Mahreen have led guests to Graffiti Alley, Chinatown, Kensington Market, notable buildings, local food stops, and public transit tips.

“Chris was a wonderful guide for our visit to Toronto! He was very personable and totally geared our day to match our interests! We are so glad we chose this type of tour and highly recommend it to everyone! You can't go wrong with this!!”

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9.2-Hour Downtown Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 101 reviews · 2 hours · from $28

Walk through 300 years of Toronto history with an English-speaking guide such as Rachel, Marilyn, or Ann Marie. See Yonge-Dundas Square, City Hall, Bay Street, Union Station, and the CN Tower before finishing at St. Lawrence Market. Choose a public or private tour for $28 per person.

“Very informative. We were the only two on the tour. Our guide, Lennie, was very good and helpful. Andy and Sue”

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10.Brothels of Old Toronto Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 71 reviews · 1h 30m · from $19

Walk through Old Toronto with history professors such as LK and Charlotte, tracing former brothel sites, lost streets, police scandals, fashion, architecture, and the lives of sex workers. This English-language, adults-only tour lasts about 90 minutes, sometimes up to two hours, and runs in all weather.

“We really enjoyed the tour. Our guide was really great. She had a lovely personality and was very knowledgeable about the subject. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about Toronto history. Great night out!!!”

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11.Toronto Highlights Walking Tour with Tower Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 1h 30m · from $72

Meet your English-speaking See Sight Tours guide near St. Lawrence Market for a 90-minute walk past the Hockey Hall of Fame, Fairmont Royal York, and Union Station. Finish at the CN Tower with admission included, glass elevator access, the LookOut Level, outdoor terrace, and glass floor.

“Start here. Get to know the area and later explore more in depth. John was knowledgeable and very attentive to our needs. Enjoyed our tour.”

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12.Guided Donut Walking Tour with Tastings and Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $65

Follow an English-speaking guide from Cops Doughnuts through Queen Street, Alexandra Park, Chinatown, and Kensington Market. You’ll taste fresh donuts at several local shops, enjoy hot coffee, and hear Toronto stories. Guides including Aton, Sinuhe, and Will have led this relaxed morning or afternoon walk.

“Enjoyed it. Good intro to the neighborhoods and great with kids”

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13.2-Hour Kensington Market Chinatown Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 37 reviews · 2 hours · from $28

You’ll walk from Campbell House through Old and New Chinatown into Kensington Market with an English-speaking guide. Expect street art, markets, cultural landmarks, and optional food stops at your own cost. Guides have included Jill and Robert, with public and private tour options.

“Educational, it was nice to visit these fascinating neighborhoods with a trusted teacher guide. We enjoyed it thoroughly and highly recommends this tour for anyone who wants to learn about the various history and landmarks in a walking tour one would otherwise miss.”

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14.Toronto Downtown Walking Tour With Tower and Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $106

Walk from St. Lawrence Market past Toronto landmarks with an English-speaking local guide, ride up the CN Tower, and cruise the harbour when seasonal boats run. From October through May, the cruise is replaced by Casa Loma. Guides such as Cezar and John have earned special praise for friendly, personal tours.

“This was a well balanced tour that covered everything we desired. Our guide, Cezar, could not have done more to ensure we experienced a great day”

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15.Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $64

Explore Toronto privately with a local guide such as Michel, Luca, Carlos, or Marjorie. Shape a two to six-hour walk around your interests, from famous sights and museums to the city’s aerial and underground routes, local food spots, coffee, and photo stops.

“Notre guide Michel a été super. Par contre nous attendons toujours le geste commercial car on nous a déplacé la date au dernier moment et la visite qui était prévue en privé s'est en fait faite avec un autre couple.”

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