9 Toronto Market Tours Worth the Early Start

1.Toronto: St Lawrence Market Food Tour with 6 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 685 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $73Our pick

Spend about three hours tasting six generous Toronto and Canadian specialties at St. Lawrence Market and the Distillery District. Guides such as Paris, Yulia, Ariel, and Carol add food stories and local history as you walk between stops. The small group holds up to 12 people, and one final dish stays secret until the tour.

“Ariel was our guide. He had great knowledge about the history and significance of the foods we sampled. He answered all our questions.”

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2.Toronto’s First Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 526 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $74

Meet your English-speaking guide at Moonbean Coffee Company for a 2.5-hour walk through Kensington Market. Visit independent shops, bakeries, restaurants, and vendors while sampling foods linked to Chinese, Mexican, Caribbean, Tibetan, Japanese, Israeli, South American, and Canadian traditions. Guides such as Odile, Damian, and Gaby also share neighborhood stories and Toronto food history.

“This tour was a nice mix of delicious/interesting food & beverage samples, history of Kensington Market/Toronto and hanging out with people, both visitors and locals, who are also seeking culinary hidden gems… Our guide was very knowledgeable and went out of her way to provide food to meet our dietary needs. This tour was definitely worth the money and we would recommend it to others!”

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3.Toronto: St Lawrence Market Food Tour with 6 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 168 reviews · from $78

Spend three hours with an English-speaking guide such as Yulia, Paris, or Carol, tasting peameal bacon, poutine, butter tart, Nanaimo bar, pasta, and a secret dish. The route links St. Lawrence Market with the Distillery District, combining Toronto food, Italian influence, Victorian streets, and local stories.

“Yulia was a great tour guide. She took us to some nice places and offered us delicious food.”

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4.Toronto’s Multicultural Heart – Kensington & Chinatown Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $64

Walk from the Art Gallery of Ontario through Kensington Market and Chinatown with a local guide such as Kieran, Jackie, Robert, or Aaron. Expect immigrant history, independent shops, murals, a café drink, and a local snack. The small group has up to 12 people, and the tour ends at Dragon City Shopping Centre.

“We are so glad we took this tour to get familiar with the Chinatown and Kensington Market neighborhoods. It was fascinating to see the shops and restaurants as well as hear about the history of the area and immigration challenges groups encountered in Toronto, one of the most diverse cities in Canada. It was nice to have the insight from a Csnadisn couple on tour with us as we are from the US. Our guide, Robert, was fascinating in his own right (he has lived all over the world) and very insightful and pleasant! It was the perfect introduction to Toronto! We learned of the bohemian Kensington Market and their…”

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5.Toronto: Kensington Market International Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 67 reviews · 2h 30m · from $83

Spend 150 minutes walking Kensington Market with an English-speaking guide such as Jessica, William, or Jusep. Taste food linked to six countries, sometimes more, learn about local shop owners and Toronto’s immigrant cultures, and finish near FIKA Cafe. Vegetarian and pescatarian choices are available, but vegan and gluten-free diets cannot be accommodated.

“The tour was fantastic. Jesup is fantastic and his passion for food and the area comes through during the tour. I would recommend the tour to locals and people visiting from out of town.”

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6.Hidden Toronto: Kensington Market & Chinatown Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · from $57

Spend three hours with an English-speaking local guide in Kensington Market and Chinatown. Expect coffee or tea, a snack from a local food vendor, murals, vintage shops, immigrant stories, and practical food tips. The group is limited to 12, and private tours are available.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area, and had her facts down pat. Her love for the area showed - and we learned things about the city we never expected.”

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7.Toronto: 2-Hour Kensington Market Chinatown Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 37 reviews · 2 hours · from $28Best value

I’ll lead you from Campbell House through Toronto’s Old and New Chinatowns and Kensington Market, pointing out street art, markets, cafés, synagogues, shops, and landmarks. Guides such as Jill and Robert bring strong local insight. You can buy optional snacks and drinks along the way, or choose a private tour for a more personal pace.

“Educational, it was nice to visit these fascinating neighborhoods with a trusted teacher guide. We enjoyed it thoroughly and highly recommends this tour for anyone who wants to learn about the various history and landmarks in a walking tour one would otherwise miss.”

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8.Toronto: Private Food Discovery at the St Lawrence Market

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 3 hours · from $203

Spend three hours with a private English-speaking guide, starting near the Hockey Hall of Fame and walking through Berczy Park to St. Lawrence Market. Taste apple cake, peameal bacon, butter tart, pierogi, maple candy, Montreal-style bagel, and more while guides such as Royden, Kieran, and Scott connect each bite to Toronto’s immigrant and Canadian food traditions.

“We enjoyed authentic local cuisine. Trying various local foods. This tour is assessable to all, wheel chair and scooter. Our local guide, Royden, was personable, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this tour.”

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9.Kensington Market ‘Taste the World’ Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 2h 30m · from $73

Meet your English-speaking guide at the cafe front for 150 minutes of food and neighborhood stories in Toronto’s Kensington Market. Taste Tibetan dumplings, Jamaican patties, and other multicultural bites, with enough food for lunch. Guide Odile has earned praise for her warm, informative style. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and some nut-free options are available by request.

“Our guide, Odile was amazing. Fun and informative. Food was great. Loved the whole experience, would definitely go again.”

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