Beer Makes History Better Tour
Engaging stories, laughs, and lager – what a great way to spend an afternoon! On this historic beer tour, stops will be made at three pubs each with their own character and selection of beer to try, as well as the historically delicious St. Lawrence Market to sample some Canadian delicacies (closed Sundays).
Throughout its history, from the early 1800s, when Toronto was known as “York” to the modern metropolis it is today, the citizens of this city have used beer for refreshment and merrymaking. This tour is a historic walk through the streets of the old Toronto and an introduction to Canadian beer, with a focus on beer made in Toronto and regional craft brews. Learn what role beer played though the decades in helping Torontonians cope with cholera, fire, war, depression, rebellion, muddy streets, and general Victorian stuffiness.
This walking tour will visit a few unique and historical pubs, cover the early history of Toronto, and give visitors and locals a new perspective on the city. A stop will be made at the historic St Lawrence Market, and finish in the Distillery District – an old industrial park and whiskey factory now converted into a hub of art, culture and cuisine.
Highlights
- Three unique pubs
- Olde Towne Toronto
- St Lawrence Market
- Stories from Toronto’s past
- The history of beer and alcohol in Ontario
- Historic Distillery District
- Beer sampling at Mill Street Brewery
When:
- Every day (except Mondays)
Where to meet:
- This walking tour starts at the NW corner of Yonge and Front Streets, outside the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Where it ends:
- This tour ends in the Distillery District. It is not a loop. If you ask your guide at the end of the tour they will be happy to provide directions to wherever you are headed.
Cost:
- $41 per person (taxes included)
Online booking closes 24-48 hours prior to the tour start. If you are trying to book within that timeframe, contact jason@tourguys.ca or call 647.230.7891 to see if you can join the next tour.
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