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Private tour in Toronto David B
Toronto City Heritage - Half Day Walking Tour
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Hello from Toronto! I would like to show you around, tell you some stories, and share with you what makes Toronto tick. I have a Masters in Urban Planning which I researched in cities around the world. Along the way I became fascinated with my hometown of Toronto. It is my pleasure to show you around. I'm a friendly person; noted for being approachable, knowledgeable and sometimes funny. I really enjoy meeting visitors and being their guide. Toronto is a big city, teeming with surprises, art, nature, history and delicious things. Let's go find them together! More About Me: - I'm an advocate for designing great public spaces in Canadian Cities. - I'm a big soccer fan. - When not leading tours, I work as a consultant on City Planning and Social Service projects. Some Credentials: Master of Arts in Urban Design - Manchester Metropolitan University Current member of the Tour Guide Association of Toronto (TGAT) UNESCO Cross-Cultural Competency certificate Former Director of the Institute of Cultural Affairs Canada Recognition by Korean National Tourism Organization
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Experience the city through its public spaces.
Overview of your Toronto tour
This is a chance to get to know downtown Toronto's unique cultural and natural heritage. I have a Master's degree in urban culture and a thriving interest in Toronto's heritage. I designed this tour to walk you through some of the most significant and interesting Downtown spaces. Along the way we'll look at how Toronto grew and how's its growing. Our tour can be carried out come rain or shine. There will be time to take it all in breaks, take selfies and find some snacks or souvenirs at some of Toronto's best local shops.
Your Toronto tour itinerary
Our tour winds our way from Yorkville to the Waterfront. We will explore: -The St. George campus of University of Toronto; Canada's oldest. ·The Thomas Fisher Rare book library; a unique experience of an invaluable collection (weekdays only). -The 'Ledge' AKA the Provincial building at Queen's Park. -MaRS and the Discovery District, a thriving BioTechnology hub -City Hall & Nathan Philips Square; get a selfie with the sign -The famous modern architecture of the Financial District -The Victorian grandeur of the Royal York Hotel. -Union Station, a key to Canadian history. -The waterfront at Lake Ontario.
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Type: Walking
This is a walking tour using City sidewalks and paved walking paths through the downtown area. There are however public transportation options available at all points of this tour if requested. This is approximately 10,000 steps, all gently downhill and accessible.
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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