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Book this tourPrivate Cabbagetown Historic Walking Tour
Private two-hour, story-led walk through Victorian Cabbagetown in Toronto, with stops at Riverdale Farm and the Toronto Necropolis, for your group only. We arrange transport to the start.
- 2 hrs
- Private tour
- From C$2,095 for the group
Illustrative destination photos. Optional extras shown are not included unless listed below.
Duration2 hrs
TypePrivate
Group size1-56
PriceC$2,095
Overview
This is a relaxed two-hour walk through Cabbagetown, just for your group. We wander the Victorian streets, where most of the houses date from the 1880s and 1890s, and look at the laneways and front gardens from the street.
Along the way we stop at Riverdale Farm, a City of Toronto working farm on the old Riverdale Zoo site, and the Toronto Necropolis, a cemetery in use since 1850. You will hear where the name Cabbagetown came from and meet some of the well-known people buried here, like William Lyon Mackenzie and George Brown.
Highlights
- Private two-hour walk for your group only
- Victorian streets with houses from the 1880s and 1890s
- Riverdale Farm on the former Riverdale Zoo site
- Toronto Necropolis, in use since 1850
- Laneways and garden fronts seen from the street
- Story behind the Cabbagetown name
Itinerary
Times and order are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and your group.
- 1StartWe meet in Cabbagetown, with the exact time and spot emailed after confirmation.
- 2On footWe walk the Victorian streets, laneways and gardens, viewed from the street.
- 3StopWe visit Riverdale Farm, a working city farm on the old zoo site.
- 4StopWe continue to the Toronto Necropolis on Winchester Street.
- 5FinishThe walk ends at a finish point we confirm by email.
- 6AfterWe arrange your transport from the finish.
Meeting point and pickup
We start in Cabbagetown, Toronto, and arrange transport to the start and from the finish. We confirm the exact pickup area, vehicle and finish point by email.
What is included
Included
- Private 2-hour walk for your group only
- Route with Riverdale Farm and Toronto Necropolis stops (confirmed by email)
- Meeting and finish details by email
Not included
- Gratuities
- Meals and snacks
- Time beyond 2 hours (charged extra)
What to bring
- Clothing for outdoor weather
- Footwear suited to wet or icy sidewalks in winter
Questions about this tour
Why is it called Cabbagetown?
According to the Cabbagetown Preservation Association, Irish immigrants grew cabbages in their front gardens in the 1840s.
Is Riverdale Farm free?
Yes, the City lists free admission. The farm is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Do we need tickets for the farm or cemetery?
No tickets are needed for either, and we confirm the details by email.
Who is buried at the Necropolis?
Notable burials include William Lyon Mackenzie, George Brown, Jack Layton and Ned Hanlan.
Do we go inside any houses?
No, the houses are private homes, so we view them from the street.
Is the tour private?
Yes, it is just your group.
Can children and dogs come?
Children are welcome, so please tell us their ages. Dogs are not allowed at Riverdale Farm.
What about winter?
The walk is outdoors and some farm trails and stairs close in winter. From November to March we suggest a morning or midday start.
Can large groups book?
Up to 56 guests can book in the calendar, and we can quote for larger groups.
How do I book?
Pick your date and number of guests in the booking box and send the request. We check with our local partners and email you within 24 hours to confirm, with a secure payment link. You pay nothing until you approve it.
Cancellation and payment
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour date for a refund; cancellations made less than 24 hours before are not refunded. You pay only after you approve your quote, by secure online payment. Read the full policies.
Accessibility
No step-free route is promised; the Necropolis sits on the west slope of the Don Valley, and Riverdale Farm has wheelchair access on the north side of Simpson House. Please tell us about mobility needs before booking.
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