Toronto Old Town

Toronto

Old Town featuring modern architecture, a high-rise building and street scenes
Old Town showing a park
Old Town featuring a city as well as an individual male
Old Town featuring a park and a fountain as well as a small group of people
Old Town showing heritage elements, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Marvel at the grand old buildings that are reminders of a time when the city’s fortunes were made and broken here.

Immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere of a historic marketplace and purchase organic produce in Toronto’s Old Town. Step back and admire classic architectural icons as well as stunning cathedrals as you walk along the area’s cobblestone streets.

Set against the shining skyscrapers of the inner city, the Old Town offers a refreshing break from the modern commercial reality. Nowhere are the changes that have taken place more obvious than St. Lawrence Market. Constructed in 1803 as the city’s first public hall, its quaint red-brick exterior hides a bustling floor of vendors that continue to market fresh fruit, vegetables and meat. Seek out mouth-watering cheese and honey or purchase fine Arctic char brought here straight from the harbor.

Visit the glorious Cathedral of St. James on the corner of Church and King streets. The 330-foot (100-meter) spire was once used by sailors to navigate safely into port. It is supported by lower Gothic towers and a vaulted ceiling. Inside view several outstanding stained-glass windows.

Different in appearance yet just as memorable is the Flatiron Building, a 5-minute walk south. Built in a traditional pyramid style at the end of the 19th-century, this was once the headquarters of the Gooderham and Worts Distilling Company. Framed by the flash of the financial district behind, the dark red color, rounded edges and rickety fire escape appear frozen in history.

Idyllic architecture surrounds you. Spend some time taking it all in from one of the small but pretty parks nearby. Take scenic pictures from tree-covered Berczy Park or escape the crowds at Princess Street Park to the east.

Old Town is a few minutes from the city center so either walk or take the subway. Pick your favorite from a diverse selection of bars and restaurants with American-style dining as well as Italian, French, Japanese and Moroccan.



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Holiday Inn Express Toronto - Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Toronto - Downtown by IHG
3 out of 5
111 Lombard Street, Toronto, ON
The price is CA $260 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $260
CA $319 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,773 reviews)
"This area of downtown is a bit unsafe. The hotel was clean and OK but overpriced for what it is. The only reason we stayed here was that everything else was overpriced and full due to the four nights of Coldplay being in town."

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Toronto - Downtown by IHG
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
4 out of 5
33 Gerrard St W, Toronto, ON
The price is CA $229 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $229
CA $280 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (11,607 reviews)
"The parking was a bit challenging (difficult to enter and maneuver in the underground garage. We saw no valet anywhere. Very convenient location, helpful & friendly staff, very clean facilities!"

Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
175 Wynford Drive, Toronto, ON
Fully refundable
The price is CA $152 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
CA $152
CA $186 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
7.2/10 Good! (5,761 reviews)
"Normally love this hotel and visit often, only problem we had was that the toilet ran ALLLL night long"

Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2025

Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Royal York
Fairmont Royal York
4 out of 5
100 Front St West, Toronto, ON
The price is CA $368 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $368
CA $451 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Toronto. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
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Fairmont Royal York
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
3.5 out of 5
30 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON
The price is CA $235 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
CA $235
CA $288 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,271 reviews)
"It is a great place to stay right downtown. Thank you!!"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Cambridge Suites Toronto
Cambridge Suites Toronto
4 out of 5
15 Richmond St E, Toronto, ON
The price is CA $225 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $225
CA $276 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,589 reviews)
"Excellent hotel to stay in downtown Toronto. The room was nice and clean, with plenty of space to spread out. We will stay there again in future."

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Cambridge Suites Toronto
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Other neighbourhoods around Toronto Old Town

Old Town which includes railway items

St. Lawrence

If you're spending time in St. Lawrence, check out sights like St. Lawrence Market or PATH Underground Shopping Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at King St East at Jarvis St East Side Stop or King St East at Jarvis St West Side Stop.

St. Lawrence
Downtown Toronto which includes a city

Garden District

While you're in Garden District, take in top sights like St. Michael's Cathedral or Ed Mirvish Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dundas St East at Church St Stop or Dundas St East at Jarvis St West Side Stop.

Garden District
Financial District showing modern architecture, a city and central business district

Financial District

Financial District is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Hockey Hall of Fame and Four Seasons Centre. See more of Toronto by jumping on the metro at King St West at Bay St West Side Stop or York St At King St West Stop.

Financial District
Casa Loma featuring heritage architecture and a fountain

Old Toronto

Boasting a high population density, this area is home to multiple post-secondary institutions like Toronto Metropolitan University and OCAD University. Enjoy the vibrant academic atmosphere and easy access to renowned hospitals.

Old Toronto
Downtown Toronto featuring a city, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Downtown Toronto

4.5/5(12,351 area reviews)

Dive into the bustling Entertainment District with its lively restaurants, nightclubs, and live theatre, or explore the upscale Yorkville area, boasting designer boutiques and world-class galleries. Don't miss the iconic Royal Ontario Museum and the revitalized Harbourfront area.

Downtown Toronto
CN Tower which includes general coastal views, a city and a high rise building

Toronto Entertainment District

Downtown Toronto's vibrant hub features theatres, performing arts centres, and Toronto Blue Jays games, with numerous bars and restaurants catering to diverse crowds. Don't miss the iconic CN Tower!

Toronto Entertainment District


Toronto Old Town

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