Cabbagetown Walking Tours (Toronto)

The Cabbagetown BIA’s summer walking tour program Main Street Mosaic Tours: Exploring Heritage and Hubs runs Saturday, June 15 through mid-August.

The free app-guided walking tour invites locals and visitors alike to embark on a captivating journey through the historic main street of Cabbagetown to uncover the rich history and stories behind the dynamic neighbourhood and its small businesses.

The tour is around 1km long and can take participants anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours to complete.

Over a dozen local businesses, including The Epicure Shop, Super Bargain, St Jamestown Steak & Chops, Noushe, Playground Cafe, Rapid Photo, Thairoom, Revolt Hairshop and Parliament Optical Inc., will provide special offers exclusive to tour takers.

Utilizing Driftscape’s state-of-the-art, free-to-use mobile and web app platform ‘Main Street Mosaic Tours,’ the walking tour provides an interactive, user-friendly way to explore the diverse attractions and historical gems of Cabbagetown. From architectural splendors to historic landmarks, participants will gain a unique insight into the past, present and future of one of Toronto’s oldest and most cherished neighborhoods.

Tour Highlights Include:

• Architectural Marvels: Discover a variety of architectural styles found in the neighbourhood, from the distinctive Bay & Gable to the elegant Queen Anne-style
• Romanesque Revival-style Church and Edwin Hough House: Explore significant historical buildings that tell a story of how Cabbagetown came to be
• Winchester Hotel and Winchester Hall: Visit local landmarks that are part of Cabbagetown’s extensive collection of intact Victorian buildings
• Stately Homes and Historical Insights: The tour will cover the development of impressive original single-family residences and delve into Canadian history through landmarks like the Carlton House and the picturesque L’Avenue

Launch Party takes place at Winchester Park.

To kick us off with a bang, The Cabbagetown BIA will be hosting a fantastic outdoor Launch Party on June 15, with fun activities for all ages, including:

• A historical photo exhibit

• Live music and Samba Lessons

• A movie in the park (9pm)

• Face painters, Old-Thyme Photobooth, and Caricature Artist

• Local food vendors

• and more!

Event Website/Socials

Website

Where

Cabbagetown BIA

When

June 15 through Mid-August

Admission

Free