Overview
Voted 2nd coolest neighbourhood in the world by Vogue Magazine, West Queen West is the Brooklyn of Toronto. Known for its emphasis on arts & culture, fashion, excellent food, and a lively nightlife, this is the neighbourhood to visit if you want to experience Toronto like the locals.
This self-guided audio tour takes you through the best of West Queen West and allows you to see the neighbourhood through a local's eyes. Find the best places to take in some arts & culture, eat, shop, and party! The tour is ready whenever you are. Simply download it through the VoiceMap app while in a wifi zone and then hit the Start Tour button when you're ready to get going.
Your guide is Nellwyn Lampert, a Toronto-based writer and a lifestyle blogger. When she's not reading or writing, she can usually be found exploring Toronto and finding the best places to eat, shop, and party.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Mobile ticket
What's included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End point
The tour ends opposite Noce.
Good to know
VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
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• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me
What to expect
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Gladstone House
The tour starts outside the Gladstone Hotel.
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The Drake Hotel
The tour passes by The Drake Hotel.
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The Great Hall
The tour passes by The Great Hall.
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Bar Fancy
The tour passes by the Bar Fancy.
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Apt 200
The tour passes by the Apt 200.
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gravitypope Toronto
The tour passes by the gravitypope Toronto.
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Lost & Found
The tour passes by the Lost & Found.
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Tiger of Sweden
The tour passes by the Tiger of Sweden.
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Union
The tour passes by the Union.
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Mamakas Taverna
The tour passes by the Mamakas Taverna.
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Bellwoods Brewery
The tour passes by the Bellwoods Brewery.
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Foxley
The tour passes by Foxley.
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Pizzeria Libretto - Ossington
The tour passes by Pizzeria Libretto.
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The Painted Lady
The tour passes The Painted Lady.
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Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery
The tour passes Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery.
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I Miss You Vintage Inc.
The tour passes by I Miss You Vintage Inc..
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Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar
The tour passes by Fresh Restaurants.
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Trinity Bellwoods Park
The tour passes the Trinity Bellwoods Park.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Toronto).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about West Queen West: Uncover Toronto's Cultural Hear on a Self-Guided Audio Tour
Can I cancel West Queen West: Uncover Toronto's Cultural Hear on a Self-Guided Audio Tour for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 50 min–1 hour 15 min.
What's included?
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
What's not included?
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Which places does it visit?
It visits Gladstone House, The Drake Hotel, The Great Hall, Bar Fancy, Apt 200, gravitypope Toronto, Lost & Found, Tiger of Sweden.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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