Brothels of Old Toronto Walking Tour
ID: GYG709445-1159316
Category:
Country: Canada
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Old Toronto's hidden history of prostitution on a walking tour of brothel sites from the 1800s-- and how Toronto's workers and madams celebrated the holidays.
18+ Did brothel workers help build the city of Toronto in the 1800s? This tour reveals the lost secrets of Old Toronto, led by a university professor and PhD candidates who uncovered this hidden chapter in the city's history.
Based on a decade of archival research that uncovered the locations of 100 brothels in 1800s Toronto, you'll learn the insider codes from the city's prostitution economy. Where were the brothe|s? How did clients find them? How did workers deal with pregnancies and what was it like to work in a brothel in the 1800s? Learn about the women who worked here, how they survived their jobs, and how sex workers changed the history of the City of Toronto.
Artifacts, photographs, rare stories, and building secrets contribute to this memorable experience. This tour lasts 90 minutes - 2 hours and honours the historical workers whose stories our town founders hoped would stay hidden forever.
Highlights
- Follow a history professor guide on a limited-edition tour of hidden brothels
- Listen to scandalous true stories not included in "official" histories
- Find out why sex workers and madams were considered essential workers
- Discover the clients and the scandals that made Old Toronto infamous
- Learn about secret brothel codes, architecture, and the history of fashion
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please be advised that this tour discusses sexuality and historical realities that included disease, assault, and violence
The tour is not recommended for children due to mature themes
Photography is permitted, but audio and video recordings are not allowed
Meet your guide just North of the black swan fountain.
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
