This Weekend's Walks

July 15, 2010 - 11:51am
Heritage Toronto
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Queen's Park and Sherbourne Street

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Saturday, July 17 - 1:30 PM

The Queen's Park Stroll

Discover the history of our provincial Legislative Building and the fascinating monuments that surround it. Free 30 minute tours of the interior of the Legislature are also available before and after the tour of the grounds (call 416-325-7500 for details).

LEADERS: Legislative Assembly Staff
START POINT: The start point for this walk has been moved (from the front steps) to the statue of Queen Victoria, just east of the main entrance of the Legislature
FINISH POINT: East entrance of Legislative Building
LENGTH: Approx. 1 ½ hours
FOCUS: Historical, architectural
DIFFICULTY: Easy walk on pavement and park paths, some rough ground

Sunday, July 18 - 1:30 PM

The Splendour That Was Sherbourne Street

In the 1880s, Sherbourne Street was one of the most fashionable streets in Toronto. Glimpses of its noble past survive in its architecture - grand homes built for wealthy businessmen, and imposing churches.

LEADERS: David Parry, Janet Langdon
START POINT: Church yard in front of Trinity Lutheran Church, 619 Sherbourne St
FINISH POINT: Allan Gardens, Sherbourne and Carlton Streets
LENGTH: Approx. 1 ½ to 2 hours
FOCUS: Architectural, historical
DIFFICULTY: Average walk on sidewalks

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