Toronto's Best Highlights Bike Tour: History & Culture
ID: GYG1262611-1932382
Category:
Country: Canada
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore Toronto on a guided bike tour. See the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, and the Hockey Hall of Fame, and ride through Graffiti Alley and Queen West.
Meet your guide and get fitted with a bike before setting off on a guided tour of Toronto. Ride through the heart of Canada’s most vibrant metropolis, exploring its world-famous landmarks and best-kept neighborhood secrets. With an expert storyteller leading the way, discover how the railroad, professional sports, and a mosaic of cultures shaped this world-class city.
Ride to the base of the CN Tower and hear the engineering marvels behind it. Explore Roundhouse Park and the Rogers Centre (SkyDome), the world’s first stadium with a fully retractable motorized roof.
Pass the Hockey Hall of Fame and relive the glory of the 1972 Summit Series and the "Goal" that defined a nation. Then, navigate through the famous Graffiti Alley, a kilometer of vibrant murals that helped earn Queen West the title of one of the world's "coolest neighborhoods" by Vogue.
Catch the aromas of St. Lawrence Market, named one of the world’s best food markets, and explore the historic Distillery District, where Prohibition-era stories and cobblestone streets come to life.
Find serenity in Berczy Park with its famous 27-dog fountain and admire the Gothic architecture of the University of Toronto, the birthplace of insulin and home to national heroes like Terry Fox.
Pedal through the Entertainment District, passing Roy Thomson Hall and the TIFF Lightbox, the permanent home of the Toronto International Film Festival. Finally, swing by Yonge-Dundas Square, Toronto’s answer to Times Square, before looping back to the starting point.
Highlights
- Enjoy the scenic views along the Lake Ontario waterfront
- Marvel at the iconic skyline of downtown Toronto from viewpoints along the route
- Ride the lively waterfront paths and green spaces around the Toronto Islands
- Smell the aromas of St. Lawrence Market and explore the Distillery District
- Learn about the origins of the city at Fort York National Historic Site
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tour operates rain or shine
Participants should be comfortable riding a bike
Wear weather-appropriate clothing
Meet your guide holding a red umbrella!
INCLUDED
- Bike rental & helmet (e-bike if selected)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Bike light (when needed)
- 1 Bottle of Water & Granola Bar Per Guest
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities for your guide
- Other Food & beverages
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.
