Hidden Histories at University of Toronto Walking Tour
Explore the fascinating architecture hidden within the University of Toronto campus.
Date and time
Location
St. George Subway Stop (Bedford Road Exit)
10 Bedford Road Toronto, ON M5R 2J7 CanadaRefund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
Explore the fascinating architecture hidden within the University of Toronto campus. From the adaption of 19th-century homes to innovative modern design, discover how form has driven function on campus.
This tour will be led by Heritage Toronto volunteer Doug Wooster. Doug Wooster is interested in Toronto history, architecture, green spaces and people. He is an educator and a photographer.
Start Point: St George Subway entrance, Bedford Road exit (10 Bedford Road)
Our staff and volunteers will be at the tour's starting location 30 minutes prior to each tour. Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes prior to the start of the tour to allow time for check in.
End Point: St. George Subway, St. George Street entrance (139 St. George Street)
Length of Tour: Approximately 90 minutes
Distance and Terrain: This tour is approximately 2 kilometres in distance and takes place predominantly on paved city sidewalks and streets. There are some unpaved portions of the route that take place in city parks.
Registration is required for all tours. Please note: you will not be able to join a tour group if you have not registered ahead of time.
This tour uses individual audio headsets. All registered participants will be provided with an individual headset that will allow you to hear the tour guide throughout the tour.
Frequently asked questions
TTC: The St. George subway stop is accessible via Lines 1 and 2. Parking: There is a Green P lot at 465 Huron Street, just north of Bloor Street.
If you're running late for a tour and the tour has already left the starting location, look for the Heritage Toronto flag and group around the start location. You can also call us at (647) 542-3450.
Tours run rain or shine, so feel free to bring your umbrella or other rain gear. We will contact you if a tour is cancelled.
After the tour, you will receive a post-tour survey through an Eventbrite email. Please feel free to fill out the survey and give us feedback about your tour experience!
We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and considering bringing sunscreen and water to make your tour as enjoyable as possible.
As a walking tour, there are limited opportunities to sit throughout the tour and participants will be standing/walking for the majority of the tour, although there may be benches and ledges along the way! Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions about accessibility.