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15 Best Distillery District Tours

The Distillery District tours: Victorian whisky warehouses recast as galleries, cafes and cobbled lanes. The walks cover the boom, the bust and why the bricks survived both.

1.Toronto Distillery District Walking Tour

Discover Toronto’s historic Distillery District with an engaging, affordable walking tour that reveals architecture, stories, and local secrets in just an hour.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This tour is an excellent way to spend an hour strolling around the Distillery District and learning about the history of the District in particular and Toronto as a whole. Erik was our guide, and I can’t say enough good things about him. He is…”

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2.Toronto: Distillery District Historic Walking Tour

Explore Toronto's historic Distillery District with an expert guide in a 1-hour walking tour. Discover Victorian architecture, local stories, and hidden gems for just $20.

★ 4.8

“Our guide Devin was able to bring to life the history and evoke the atmosphere of those times when this area was in full tilt making liquor… and also anti freeze. The jobs created especially for women and the consequential social benefits.”

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5.Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour

Explore Toronto’s historic Distillery District on a lantern-lit ghost tour, hearing spooky stories from knowledgeable guides in an intimate small-group setting.

★ 4.5

“Caroline was a great storyteller. Enjoyed the walking tour and learning about the distillery district. She took time getting to know the people on the tour.”

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7.Guided Bicycle Tour – Toronto Waterfront, Island and Distillery

Discover Toronto's highlights on this guided 3-hour bike tour, exploring the waterfront, Islands, and historic district with expert local guides.

★ 5.0

“We were fortunate to have Wendy as our guide, which turned into a private tour for my partner and I. Wendy was a super guide and was friendly and informative. Would defo recommend.”

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8.Distillery District Breakfast Tour

Explore Toronto's historic Distillery District on a small-group breakfast tour, enjoying delicious food, Victorian architecture, and engaging stories.

★ 5.0

“I have nothing to share regarding this tour other than that the guide was informative and professional.”

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9.Illuminarium Toronto in the Distillery District

Discover Toronto's Illuminarium in the Distillery District. A high-tech, immersive experience combining stunning visuals with cultural and entertainment shows for $25.98.

“We bought tickets for the Space and Amplified shows. The space show was more interactive and had interesting images for taking photos. The Amplified show was disappointing. It mainly tried to ‘summarise’ pop music history, but cRead more”

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11.Toronto: Distillery & Old Town Private Walking Tour

Discover Toronto's Old Town on a 2-hour private walking tour exploring historic sites, hidden gems, and local stories, all for $28 per person.

★ 4.3

“Notre guide Naomi nous a fait découvrir différentes facettes de la ville nous donnant une vision globale. Un coup de cœur pour les spécialités culinaires qu’elle nous a fait découvrir au marché St Laurence. Naomi est très sympathique, elle nous a même offert des petits…”

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12.Toronto Distillery District: Whisky Exploration Game and Tour

Explore Toronto’s historic Distillery District through a fun, interactive game that reveals stories of ghostly bootleggers, distilleries, and hidden gems.

★ 4.5

“Awesome experience; however, the responses were two restrictive. One answer was double pumps, yet the number 2 and not two was the only acceptable response. Also, it would have been nice if the game ended closer to where it began and not down a potentially…”

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13.Toronto: Nickel 9 Distillery Tour and Tasting

Explore Toronto's Nickel 9 Distillery with a tasting tour, cocktail class, and behind-the-scenes look—an authentic, fun experience for spirit lovers.

★ 5.0

“Amazing tour! Had so much fun with the group enjoying different samples. Cute little building nestled away in Toronto. Definitely recommend for a date or group activity!”

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