Things to do in Mississauga

Explore urban art with an acclaimed street artist

Learn the secrets behind Toronto's famous signs

Signs are landmarks that are often just as memorable as the businesses they advertise. Join a local architect for a 3.4-kilometer (2-mile) walking tour of some of Toronto’s most famous signs, from flashy neon signs to unique street signs. We’ll discuss how local laws and Special Sign Districts influence the look and feel of the city you see around you. • We’ll start by visiting two recently restored neon signs that adorn historic music venues and learn about the famous acts who performed there. • Next, we'll explore Chinatown and discuss the distinctive style of signs that have come to define this neighbourhood. • We'll continue along Dundas Street where you'll spot some smaller signs off the beaten path and hear about the colourful stories behind them. • Then, we’ll wander down to Nathan Phillips Square, where you'll have the opportunity to take a photo with the iconic TORONTO sign and learn how it came to be. You’ll see a different side of Toronto on this walk and develop a new appreciation for the urban environment. I hope it will inspire you to keep looking up at the signs around you as you explore this dynamic city!

Craft bean-to-bar chocolate in Toronto

The best way to experience chocolate is by making it from scratch. At Soul Chocolate, you’ll step into a working factory and explore the process behind handcrafted, small-batch chocolate, from sourcing ethical cacao to tempering and molding your own creations. • We start by explaining chocolate’s journey from bean to bar, exploring cacao origins, ethical sourcing, and the roasting process. • You’ll grind and refine cacao, transforming raw beans into liquid chocolate while learning how techniques impact flavour. • Next, you’ll temper and taste, experimenting with textures and origins to understand what makes certain chocolate stand out. • Finally, create your own chocolate, selecting your own toppings and finishing touches. • You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for chocolate-making, hands-on skills, and your own delicious treat. • Most important of all, you will learn while having a lot of fun!.

View Toronto’s public art with an artist

Walk through the city to see how sculptures and art transform public spaces. Start with light Begin at James Turrell’s innovative light installation. View Two Circles Admire Micah Lexier’s large-scale ceramic mosaics. Observe Toronto Wind Marvel at BREAKFAST Studio’s kinetic wind sculpture. End at We Are Shaped Contemplate Sasaki’s tribute to the courage of Terry Fox.

Sound Bath Meditation Journey

This multi-sensory holistic practice combines breathing techniques and immersive soundscapes to promote relaxation, connection, healing, rejuvenation and transformation. Participants typically begin by focusing on their breath, using techniques like deep belly breathing or rhythmic patterns to calm the mind and increase oxygen flow. During this practice you will be guided through a meditation while lying down and enveloped in soothing sounds produced by instruments such as crystal singing bowls, gongs, chimes, oceanic drums, shakers and more. Enjoy a warm cup of tea upon arrival, and take home a curated wellness goodie bag to extend the tranquility beyond the studio.

Crochet and knitting workshop at a Bloor West art studio

Join me, a fashion designer, for a hands-on crochet and knitting workshop at my studio, HotPot Variety, to make your own sustainable piece of clothing—no previous experience necessary! • Hear about the history of crochet, yarn, and the bohemian culture that underpins Toronto’s history from the 1960s and ’70s to the present-day urban art of yarnbombing. • I'll walk you through the techniques for crocheting a seasonally inspired accessory, whether it’s a vibrant T-shirt design for summer or a hoodie balaclava for winter. • Get crocheting! Select from an abundance of materials and yarn colors and patterns to create your one-of-a-kind design. I’ll guide you through the creative process and provide feedback along the way. You’ll leave with your unique handcrafted piece, the pattern for your item to continue crocheting at home, and my recommendations for further exploration of the neighborhood.

Waterfalls Waterfalls Waterfalls

After picking you up at your downtown core Toronto Airbnb, or other convenient location, we will start your adventure to Niagara Falls. Along the way we will stop at picturesque waterfalls, an iconic Canadian cafe chain, and an award-winning winery. During short walks along tree lined paths at these smaller falls, you’ll learn about the geology of the area followed by a stop at a coffee shop chain that has become part of the Canadian identity. Then, we’ll hop in the car and continue to Niagara's wine region, where we will stop for a tasting (including ICE wine) at one of Niagara Regions most award-winning wineries. After a delicious sit-down lunch, we go to the world-famous Niagara Falls where you will bathe in the mist from the Falls as we walk along the rim of the Niagara Gorge. We will have more than enough time for guests to participate in one of these optional self-led activities: the historic Niagara Boat Cruise (April to November) or The Journey Behind the Falls when the boat is not available (December to April) Following our visit to the upper edge of the mighty Horseshoe Falls we will return direct to Toronto. If you do not see a preferred date on the calendar, please request a date that is suitable for you and your group. Feel free to ASK me any questions. Itinerary subject to change based on traffic, season, group size, etc.

Show Me The City - A Toronto Walking Tour

About the tour: On our 3-hour small group walking tour of Toronto you will see and learn about city's diversity, history and future. You will also see landmarks such as Harbourfront, Brookfield Place & The Entertainment District. The walk ends at the St. Lawrence Market, considered one the world's great food markets, so bring an appetite. The tour does go into Toronto's PATH an above and below ground labyrinth used by thousands of people daily. Bring your camera, your walking shoes and your questions! Private Tours: Please contact me directly via Airbnb chat if you are interested in a private tour. The current price for a private tour is $299CAD for a group of up to 8 guests. Access & Availability: On this tour, we will enter privately held buildings. For security reasons suitcases/luggage are not permitted in these buildings. Weather Cancellations Occur when: - the temperature is forecast to be below 0F or -18C - the temperature is forecast to go above 94F or 34C - if severe weather/heavy rain is forecast during the tour If the tour is cancelled a message will be sent to you 2 hours prior to the start. A refund request will be sent by me to Airbnb. The Weather Network App is used to monitor weather conditions Things to know: -Some locations we visit on this tour, may not be open on certain weekends and holidays. -This tour does not end where it begins.

Create your own custom silver ring

Using real sterling silver, tiny saws, hammers, and fire, you'll create your very own ring. I'll teach you how to measure, cut, solder, bend, file, and polish your custom creation. You can also texturize or letter stamp it to make it truly one of a kind. You'll leave wearing your new ring with a sense of great accomplishment and the perfect souvenir. Other things to note: This experience runs between 2.5-3.5 hours long depending on your design choices and work ethic. Average class time is 3 hours. Safety is important in the studio! Please wear closed-toed shoes and avoid wearing long or flowing clothing. Bring eyeglasses if you need them.

Discover Toronto like a Local - A Guided Walking Tour

Join me to explore Toronto's history and present-day on a walking tour around the city's downtown, Financial District, and Old Town. This experience is focused on Toronto's architecture, history, and culture. Our walking tour will start at Nathan Philips Square in front of City Hall and its popular Toronto Sign. Among the highlights are the Old City Hall, PATH (Underground City), Hockey Hall of Fame, Flat Iron Building, and some hidden gems along the way. We'll tell you stories, and anecdotes of buildings, people, and their significance to the city's history, from past to present. We will finish our group tour in Old Town, at the St. Lawrence Market, considered one of the world's great food markets (EXCEPT on Mondays when the Market is CLOSED, so consider that before booking). NOTE: This tour does not end where it begins.

International Bites

NOTE:  NOT Recommended for Vegans and Gluten-Free guests. Contact us for a Private Tour if you need accommodations. All food and drink tastings are included in the price. With up to a max 14 guests, we'll explore Kensington Market, one of Toronto's oldest and most diverse neighbourhoods, bite by bite. As we walk along the hippie and bohemian streets, we'll stop to sample cuisines from around the globe. Our stops will introduce you to food from Jamaica, Tibet, Sweden, Canada, Chile and Poland. Along the way, we'll share the stories and traditions behind the foods and drinks from each culture. Note: Locations may change without notice Great Vegetarian option available and there is no pork on the menu. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate vegans and guests who have aversions to gluten and nuts. Discover why International Bites is a top-rated, 5-star Experience and why Chopsticks+Forks is ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for any Food & Drink Attraction in Toronto. Read our reviews and hear firsthand why this is an Experience not to be missed! *Price includes all taxes and fees. *Gratuities are not required but appreciated. Other things to note Bring a camera and a bottle of water. Vegetarian options are available, and pork is not included in any of the tastings.

Toronto's Fusion Food Tour

Toronto's 1st and ONLY 100% Fusion Food Tour in the most culturally diverse city on the planet. The evolution of a Great Canadian Food Tour. All food and drink tastings are included in the price NOTE:  NOT Recommended for Vegans, and Gluten-Free guests. Contact us for a Private Tour if you need accommodations. Please advise of any allergies/aversions at least 24 hours in advance. What do you get when you have a Jamaican man and an Italian woman who fuse two cultural foods together? This tour will give you your answer. From Jamaican/Canadian to Mexican/Turkish, this food tour will have you taste fusion foods that can only be found in Toronto and there is no better neighbourhood than the most eclectic and bohemian: Kensington Market! Brought to you by the same hosts of the highest-rated and most reviewed Food Tour on Airbnb in Toronto: International Bites. If not me, one of my Epicurean Tour Guides will greet you at the designated meeting spot. Over the next 2.5+ hours, you will be taken to 6 restaurants to taste the creative artistry showcasing amazing fusion cuisine With up to 14 guests, we'll explore Kensington Market, one of Toronto's oldest and most diverse neighbourhoods, bite by bite as we walk along the streets of this unique and eclectic neighbourhood.

Tips-Based Walking Tour of Toronto

The Tips-Based Walking Tour of Toronto is more than a touristy sightseeing excursion; it’s a chance to be immersed in the buzzing downtown of Canada’s largest city. Toronto has a rich and vibrant history, present and future, which can best be experienced by walking the streets with a local. Your local guide will make Toronto’s rich history come alive, and will take you past iconic and picture-ready sites that will sure to provide lasting memories. Your guide will recount stories that will immerse you in Toronto culture, and provide recommendations for the rest of your trip for must-see, must-do and must-taste adventures. As you make your way through Toronto, you won’t just be observing the city—you’ll become a part of Toronto’s ongoing story. So, whether you’re a solo traveler, a family on vacation, or a local revisiting your city’s charm, Toonie Tours promises a Toronto experience like no other. With stories that resonate, moments that captivate, and a personal touch that endears, this is one journey you won’t forget. Join us, and let the streets of Toronto unfold their tales, one step at a time, always in good company. *Tip-based walking tour means you can join this tour for a small booking fee, and 'try it before you buy it'. You have the freedom to tip your guide what you feel the tour was worth. The average walking tour of Toronto is $30+/person.