Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

The St Lawrence Market Complex and the Distillery District form the core of this centuries-old part of town. The beautifully restored buildings and cobblestone sidewalks provide a snapshot of Toronto’s history. Inside, modern-day fancies take over – bars, upscale eateries, boutique shops and performing-arts spaces. Wander the streets and explore. The ghosts of Toronto’s past are here, but the neighborhood is very much alive.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada - July 13, 2012: The Distillery District, in Toronto, Ontario, is named after this area's history in distilling spirits. After falling into a state of disrepair by the turn of the millennium, efforts began to redevelop the area and create a destination for locals and tourists alike. The old brick Victorian structures were converted into retail, commercial and residential space. Many galleries, bars, restaurants and cafes line the area. It hosts various cultural events and has become a 'must see' district for those visiting Toronto...This photo shows a summer scene where district restaurants and bars have patio's set up allowing patrons to sit outdoors and enjoy a night out eating and people watching. The roads here are for pedestrians only.

    Distillery District

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    Centered on the 1832 Gooderham and Worts distillery – once the largest distillery in the British Empire – the 5-hectare Distillery District is one of…

  • St Lawrence Market.

    St Lawrence Market Complex

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    Old York's sensational St Lawrence Market has been a neighborhood meeting place for over two centuries. The restored, high-trussed 1845 South Market…

  • Flatiron Building

    Flatiron Building

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    An iconic sight in the heart of the old town, the Flatiron is impossible to miss. Built in 1892, it's a five-story iron-shaped building with a steep…

  • Market Gallery

    Market Gallery

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    The Market Gallery is a tiny museum with rotating exhibits of paintings, photographs, documents and historical relics of Toronto. It's located at St…

  • Toronto's First Post Office

    Toronto's First Post Office

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    Dating to 1834, this national historic site is also the city's oldest surviving post office. A small museum showcases the beginning of the city's postal…

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