Kensington Market

A vibrant and lively neighbourhood known for its multicultural atmosphere, bohemian vibe, and eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and cafes.

Nearby Attractions

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CN Tower
The CN Tower, one of the main landmarks in the city, stands at a height of 553.33 meters offering breathtaking views of Toronto and Lake Ontario.
Nathan Phillips Square
A public square in front of Toronto's City Hall housing The Toronto Sign, a popular spot for tourists and locals.
Toronto Old City Hall
It served as the city's primary municipal building from 1899 until 1966 when the current City Hall was built.
Cathedral Church of St. James
The cathedral is the seat of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto and plays an important role in the religious and cultural life of the city.
Royal Ontario Museum
The ROM is Canada's largest and most important museum with over 6 million items displayed in 40 galleries.
Graffiti Alley Toronto
The alley is famous for its vibrant and colorful graffiti and street art murals that cover the walls from top to bottom.

Related Tours

Welcome to Toronto: Private 2-hour Introductory Walking Tour
Embark on a journey through some of the most iconic and popular sights of Toronto, a bustling and exciting city -the largest in Canada, known for its vibrant vibe and population diversity with over 200 different ethnicities and 130 languages and dialects spoken.

On your private introductory tour, you will:

  • See the Toronto Dominion Centre, a stunning complex of six buildings designed by architect Mies van der Rohe;
  • Pass by First Canadian Place, a skyscraper which held the title of Canada's tallest building until the completion of the CN Tower in 1976;
  • Admire the impressive height of the CN Tower, an iconic landmark of Toronto which remained the tallest freestanding structure in the world until the construction of the Burj Khalifa in 2009;
  • Discover Toronto Old City Hall, a beautiful historic building that served as Toronto's city hall from 1899 to 1966 constructed in Richardsonian Romanesque style;
  • Snap memorable pictures at the famous Toronto Sign, a popular spot in the city in Nathan Phillips Square which lights up in beautiful colours during the evening;
  • See the current Toronto City Hall, a modernist masterpiece designed by Finnish architect Viljo Revell;
  • Take a stroll down Dundas St. passing by the Art Gallery of Ontario on the way to Chinatown;
  • Discover Chinatown, a bustling neighbourhood filled with shops, markets, and restaurants which offer a taste of the city's diverse cultural heritage;
  • End your tour exploring Kensington Market, a bohemian neighbourhood home to an eclectic mix of vintage shops, cafes, and bars, where you are welcome to stay and enjoy at your leisure.


Toronto is a major Canadian city set on Lake Ontario’s northwestern shore which attracts 21 million visitors every year.

The city is known for its safety, cleanliness, and welcoming nature to visitors from all around the world featuring a diverse food scene, historic buildings alongside towering skyscrapers,  and a big immigrant population which contributes to the unique and exotic flavours and culture. 

As the city is highly walkable, this 2-hour welcome tour is the perfect way to explore the city and enjoy the buzzing atmosphere and fascinating history of Toronto, a dynamic cosmopolitan city that is also an architectural wonder with the famous CN Tower, Casa Loma, Art Gallery of Ontario, and the Royal Ontario Museum. 

Our tour ends at Kensington Market, where you are free to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and unique sights at your leisure. 
Toronto Graffiti & Street Art: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour
Toronto is home to a thriving street art scene with pieces by some of the world's most exceptional street, mural, and graffiti artists which reflect the city's diversity. From ancient Indigenous art to modern murals, Toronto's street art scene has revolutionized the city's public spaces, transforming streets, parks, and laneways into a massive outdoor art gallery.

On your private street art tour, you will:

  • Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Toronto through its street art,
  • Learn about Toronto's graffiti movement and how renowned artists are encouraged to participate in the city's art scene;
  • Discover the ever-changing graffiti and street art from local and international artists whose works have gained global recognition;
  • Walk around Little Italy and admire the colourful murals through the neighbourhood;
  • Enjoy Kensington Market, an eclectic and multicultural neighbourhood and a hotspot for stunning street art featured on many of the buildings and alleyways in the area;
  • Admire the diverse themes and styles of street art, including social and political commentary, abstract designs, and whimsical creations;
  • Gain insight into the changing perception of street art in Toronto evolving from vandalism to a legitimate art form;
  • Explore Graffiti Alley in the Fashion District, one of the must-see sights for street art enthusiasts and discover why this  narrow alleyway became so famous,
  • Your tour ends at Graffiti Alley where you can continue exploring at your leisure.

The emergence of the Toronto graffiti movement can be traced back to the late 1980s, but in the last decades, it became a true cultural phenomenon. 

The public perception of street art evolved from being seen as vandalism to being recognized as a legitimate art form, a change that the city of Toronto embraced and supported with street art festivals, guided tours, and public art programs.

These public art programs involve a designated panel that determines the artistic merit of a design to remain in its current location, and the city facilitates the collaboration between building owners and the artists by offering commissioned work opportunities and maintaining a directory of graffiti artists.

Numerous pieces can be found in various outdoor areas and alleyways throughout the city, transforming it into an open-air museum which reflects the diversity of cultures present in the city, making it a very distinctive kind of artwork.

From Kensington Market, enjoy a walk to the Graffiti Alley in the Fashion District, where any expression of art is encouraged and celebrated, with a narrow alleyway stretching from Spadina Avenue to Portland Street and featuring ever-changing graffiti and street art from local and international artists. 

Take your time to explore the alley and snap some photos of the vibrant artwork.
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