Engineering Paradise: The Toronto Islands
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About Event
The Toronto Islands can feel like a work of magic. They appear as if by grand design a natural oasis, a beautiful respite from the noisy & tumultuous city. Beautiful beaches, pristine tree cover. A gift, bestowed by nature.
Not so fast.
The islands are a human-made creation. For one, they are not really "islands" at all. They began as a sand bank, attached to the Toronto mainland until a storm in the 1850s.
The land has been used as a military harbour, an amusement park, a residential neighborhood. They have been a place of engineering, a place of leisure, a place of sexual exploration, a place of living for millenia. The islands were made, not born.
Duration: 3.5hrs
Starting Location: The tour begins at the statue of Jack Layton near Jack Layton Ferry Terminal at the Harborfront of Toronto, a 10 minute walk south of Union Station.
Ending Location: Hanlan's Point Ferry. You can choose to return to the mainland by Ferry, or enjoy the rest of the day on the Islands.
Price: This tour operates on a pay-what-you-can basis. There is a $5 booking fee to secure your spot on the tour and take the ferry. At the end of the tour, you can pay whatever you feel the tour was worth (cash or card both accepted). Most guests choose to pay between $20 - $30 per person.
Ferry: This tour involves a trip to the Toronto Islands via the ferry. Your ferry fee is covered by the booking fee.
Accessibility: The ferry and the Toronto Islands are very accessible: ramps, paved surfaces, flat roads. This tour is therefore suitable to most mobility devices.
Disclaimer: By booking this tour you acknowledge that you accept personal responsibility for your safety. You understand and confirm that you are participating in this tour voluntarily, and understand the associated risks. You must be sure to obey all rules of the road, including waiting at red lights, walking on sidewalks, and crossing at designated crosswalks. For your own safety, you must stick to the designated walking paths. You release Hidden Rivers Tours and Matthew Jordan from any liability.
Things to know
Location
Statue of Jack Layton
Unnamed Road
Toronto, ON, Canada
About The Hosts
Hidden Rivers creates walking tours and courses designed to deepen your connection to Toronto.We explore Toronto's infrastructure, history, and urban ecology to feel more rooted in the place we call home.
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Hosts reserve the right to refuse entry or remove any participant who does not comply with the event rules or guidelines. Please be respectful of the hosts and other participants. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the hosts directly.