15 Whisky Tours in Canada, from First Dram to Last

1.Toronto Distillery District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 327 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21Our pick

Walk through Toronto’s Distillery District with guides such as Erik, Tom, David, and Zach, learning how a milling operation became a major whiskey producer. Expect Victorian industrial buildings, outdoor and limited indoor stops, local stories, and a capped group of up to 15 people. The tour runs about one hour and ends where it begins.

“Tour guide very engaging and knowledgeable. Good job. Thanks. Really good. Fun time had by all. Nice place to visit.”

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2.Toronto: Distillery District Historic Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 267 reviews · 1 hour · from $20

Walk Toronto’s Distillery District with an English-speaking guide such as Erik, Nicole, Devin, or Tom. In one hour, you’ll see Victorian industrial buildings, hear how Gooderham & Worts became a global distillery, and learn about Toronto’s rough early years. The walk is easy, wheelchair accessible, and costs $20 per person.

“Nicole was amazing! She was very engaging, knowledgeable and gave us really good suggestions to make the most of the visit. Would recommend to anyone going to Toronto!”

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3.30-Minute Distillery District Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Learn to ride a Segway, then follow a guide such as Eric, Nicole, or David through Toronto’s pedestrian-only Distillery District. You’ll pass red-brick lanes, sculptures, cafés, galleries, pubs, and boutiques while hearing stories about the old Gooderham and Worts distillery. Helmets, training, and equipment are included.

“Awesome experience, our tour guide Milo was wonderful, He privided us a fantastic history lesson to the district.”

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4.Quebec City: Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 103 reviews · 1 hour · from $21

At Apikol in Quebec City’s Saint-Roch district, a co-owner beekeeper and distiller guides you from a live all-season hive through honey extraction, fermentation, distillation, and bottling. You’ll taste three meads or spirits, hear about Apikol’s low-waste methods, and meet in a small group of up to eight.

“This was an excellent tour. Staff was entertaining and funny. The experience was great and highly recommended.”

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5.Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Walk Toronto’s Distillery District at night with a costumed storyteller, hearing ghost tales, Prohibition lore, and local history. The 75-minute tour is limited to 10 people and visits landmarks including the Young Centre, Spirit of York, and the former brewery site. Guides such as Carolyn, Cole, Katie, Kit, and Irene are known for lively storytelling.

“Meredith was awesome, told the history and stories very clear and informative, and took photos with us! Thanks so much!”

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6.Toronto: Short Distillery District Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 55 reviews · 30 min · from $35

Learn to ride a Segway with one-on-one instruction, then follow an English-speaking guide through Toronto’s Distillery District. See former Gooderham and Worts buildings, Victorian industrial architecture, galleries, shops, cafés, restaurants, and outdoor sculptures. Small groups are limited to eight, with guides such as Nicole, David, Eric, and Michelle.

“Great experience with a fun and informative guide!! So much fun - would definitely recommend!”

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7.Whistler Distillery Tour & Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $74

Leave Whistler Village at 5:30 pm for Montis Distilling in Function Junction. Your guide, possibly Dani, Dylan, Ryan, or Charlotte, introduces the area and leads a small-group tour with vodka, gin, and other spirit tastings. Pickup, local charcuterie, and a return ride are included.

“The tour was awesome! Dani was very knowledgeable and the tasting experience was great! Some really cool and unique flavors! Totally recommend doing when you are in Whistler!!!”

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8.Guided Bicycle Tour – Toronto Waterfront, Island and Distillery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Ride through Toronto’s Distillery District, Harbourfront, Music Garden, Toronto Island, and Ireland Park with local guides Wendy or Jill. This relaxed small-group tour covers city views, island paths, ferry travel, and useful tips for the rest of your visit. Bikes are provided, and the route suits riders with moderate fitness.

“Wow! We picked this tour as the route seemed more appealing and great variety. So glad we did. Wendy was so knowledgeable about the history, the sites and gave us such insight to Toronto and hints and ideas for the rest of our stay. Highly recommend this tour.”

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9.Park Distillery Tour with Craft Spirits Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $11Best value

Meet at Park Distillery on Banff Avenue for a one-hour look at a working craft distillery and four spirit samples. Guides such as Aifric, Rori, and Ana explain the process in a friendly, informal way. You can ask questions, compare vodka and gin flavors, and browse the on-site liquor store afterward.

“The tasting was amazing! I was really surprised how tasty their whiskey and vodka was. And the food was really good too! Rori did a great job explaining their distillation process and the restaurant server Penny was nice.”

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10.Brewery & Distillery Tour (Craft Beer, Spirits, and Cocktails)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $149

Spend about five and a half hours visiting Wayne Gretzky Estates, Niagara Oast House Brewers, Limited Distilling, and The Exchange Brewery. Your small group travels by climate-controlled Mercedes through Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake, with guides such as Donna, Dave, Karen, and Mark sharing local context and helping you choose beers, spirits, cocktails, and wine.

“We had a great time on this tour. There were four of us in our group, plus another 6 or so in our van - each on a slightly different tour. We got picked up and returned to our Fallsview hotel. I totally recommend this company for any of the Niagara Falls on the Lake tours.”

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11.Distillery District Breakfast Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Meet at 9:30 a.m. for a 75-minute, English-language walking tour through Toronto’s Distillery District. Your guide combines Victorian industrial architecture and neighborhood stories with coffee or tea, a breakfast sandwich, cookies, and a hot drink. Groups are limited to eight, giving you time to ask questions before a full day of sightseeing.

“I have nothing to share regarding this tour other than that the guide was informative and professional.”

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12.Toronto: Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1h 15m · from $53

Join an English-speaking guide, often Nicole, for a 75-minute breakfast walk through Toronto’s Distillery District. Enjoy coffee or tea, savoury and sweet bites from a café, traditional bakery, and contemporary bake shop, while learning about breakfast and the area’s Victorian-era buildings. Vegetarian options are available with advance notice.

“Nicole was so sweet and very chatty with us. Lovely lady!”

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13.Toronto: Distillery & Old Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $28

You’ll walk through Toronto’s Old Town with a private guide, visiting St. Lawrence Market, St. James Cathedral, Mackenzie House, Church of the Holy Trinity, and Old City Hall. Guides speak English, French, Italian, or Spanish. Expect local stories, photo stops, and market time, but note that museum and monument entry costs extra.

“Best canal tour I have taken Melody our tour guide was enthusiastic and entertaining while giving us great information about Ottawa.”

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14.Victoria Craft Beer and Distillery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $112

Spend about 3.5 hours visiting two breweries and one distillery in Victoria and Saanich. Your guide handles the driving, explains the local craft alcohol scene, and takes you behind the scenes at one stop. Tastings, bottled water, taxes, and downtown transportation are included. You must be 19 or older to drink.

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15.Toronto Distillery District: Whisky Exploration Game and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 4 reviews · 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.)

Use the Questo app to solve clues across Toronto’s Distillery District and beyond. This self-guided game takes about 65 to 95 minutes, visits galleries, breweries, cafés, chocolatiers, and distilleries, and ends at Saulter Street Brewery. One ticket can be shared by multiple people, with 24/7 support available.

“Awesome experience; however, the responses were two restrictive. One answer was double pumps, yet the number 2 and not two was the only acceptable response. Also, it would have been nice if the game ended closer to where it began and not down a potentially dark alley way if you played closer to dusk.”

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