About this Event
This walking tour explores the Yonge and St. Clair neighbourhood through the lens of beauty, self-care, and leisure—tracing how these concepts have evolved over time in the area’s built environment, cultural practices, and natural spaces. From Indigenous land stewardship to 20th-century elegance and modern wellness culture, the tour offers layered insights into how beauty has been shaped, displayed, and experienced in this part of the city.
This tour was developed and will be led by Laura Rodriguez. Laura is a museum professional and historian with a deep appreciation for the quiet stories that shape a city. With roots that span across Canada, her path brought her back to Toronto in a moment of transition. Laura spent the last two years working near Yonge and St. Clair as a historical interpreter with the City of Toronto. With a background in Canadian history and a passion for museums, she is especially drawn to the intersections of wellness, natural spaces, and urban life.
Start Point: David Balfour Park Trail Entrance (20 Avoca Ave.)
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. Feel free to call us at (647) 542-3450 if you are having trouble finding the start location.
End Point: Salon Scavo (1470 Yonge St.)
Length of Tour: Approximately 90 minutes
Distance and Terrain: Approximately 2 kilometres, mostly on city sidewalks and streets, and some non-paved urban parks.
Ticket Price and Registration: This tour is provided for $8.00/person. The total cost is $10.05 (includes a $2.05 transaction fee). Please note that space is limited on our tours. You may 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.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
David Balfour Park Trail Entrance, 20 Avoca Avenue, Toronto, Canada
CAD 0.00 to CAD 11.04
