Self-Guided Celebrity Walking Tour of Yorkville: Hollywood North Hotspots

Self-Guided Celebrity Walking Tour of Yorkville: Hollywood North Hotspots

Duration: 45-60 minutes

Starting Point: Summer’s Ice Cream (101 Yorkville Ave)

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Welcome to Yorkville, Toronto’s glitzy enclave where A-listers have left their mark for decades. This cheeky, star-studded stroll will take you through the haunts of Hollywood North’s elite. Lace up, keep your eyes peeled for celebs, and let’s dive into the glamour!


Stop 1: Robert Downey Jr.’s Ice Cream Bench

As you hit Yorkville Ave, pause at the bench outside Summer’s Ice Cream (101 Yorkville Ave). Picture Robert Downey Jr. chilling here, licking a cone like the Iron Man he is. You’re also standing where Bellini’s Restaurant once reigned as the go-to for Hollywood’s elite. Strike a superhero pose and imagine the paparazzi frenzy.

Directions: walk west on Yorkville Ave (3-4 minutes).



Stop 2: Hazelton Hotel Patio (118 Yorkville Ave)

Time: 5 minutes

Saunter past the Hazelton Hotel, Yorkville’s luxe hideout for the rich and famous. Peek at the patio—you never know which A-lister might be sipping a martini. This is prime celebrity-spotting territory, No celeb? The swanky vibes are worth a gawk anyway.

Directions: Continue west to Avenue Rd (1 minute).



Stop 3: Original Four Seasons Hotel (Avenue Rd & Yorkville Ave)

Time: 5-7 minutes

Pause at the corner of Avenue Rd and Yorkville Ave, where the original Four Seasons Hotel once stood (now a condo). This was the place for stars to stay, sneaking out the back door for low-key Yorkville strolls. Imagine Mick Jagger or Tom Hanks mingling with fans right here. Soak in the nostalgia and keep an eye out for any modern-day star sightings.

Directions: Continue south on Avenue Rd, then turn left onto Cumberland St (5-6 minutes).



Stop 4: old Bellair Café location (Cumberland St & Bellair St)

Time: 5 minutes

As you reach Bellair St, you’re standing in front of the former Bellair Café (100 Cumberland St), a legendary celebrity hotspot. This was where stars like Bono or Kiefer Sutherland might’ve grabbed a lunch or dinner while dodging the press. The building’s still got that old-school glam—take a moment to channel some ’90s Hollywood vibes.


Tour Tips

• Total Walking Distance: ~1 km, perfect for a leisurely 45-60 minute adventure.

• Celeb Spotting: Keep your phone ready—Yorkville’s still a magnet for stars!

• Connect: Got questions or want to share your star sightings!

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Enjoy your star-studded strut through Yorkville, and who knows—you might just bump into the next big name! 🌟

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