Arts Market

The place to go for unique pieces of art and original design-lovers' favorite haunt, the Arts Market is where one would head to find exquisite creations to bring home. The Arts Market project allows multiple local creators to easily showcase and sell their art, thus fostering the city's creative spirit.

• Web:

  www.artsmarket.ca

• E-mail:

  daniel@artsmarket.ca

• Address:

  1114 Queen Street East, Toronto

• Phone:

  +1 647 657 2787

• Opening hours:

  Daily 11am–6pm

• More info:

  Two further locations at 790 Queen Street East & 846 College Street

Bergo Designs

Bergo Designs is an interior and home decor design store reminiscent of its many cousins in big European capitals. It stocks unique, elegantly designed items that will not look out of place in a tasteful interior. The trendy Distillery District the store is located in also makes for a great walk around.

• Web:

  www.bergo.ca

• E-mail:

  info@bergo.ca

• Address:

  28 Tank House Lane, Toronto

• Phone:

  +1 416 861 1821

• Opening hours:

  Mon 10am–7pm, Tue–Thu 10am–9pm, Fri–Sun 10am–10pm

Bloor Street/Yorkville

Probably Toronto's most well-known shopping street, this area is packed with shops and boutiques of some of the world's biggest brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Escada and lots more. Enjoyable high-end shopping guaranteed.

• Web:

  www.bloor-yorkville.com

• E-mail:

  info@bloor-yorkville.com

• Address:

  Bloor St, Toronto

• Phone:

  +1 416 928 3553

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm

Blue Banana Market

The Blue Banana Market is possibly one of the best locations in Toronto to shop for unique gifts and souvenirs. Their array of merchandise is very eclectic and at times quite quirky, and spans everything from clothing and accessories to scrumptious edibles.

• Web:

  www.bluebananamarket.com

• Address:

  250 Augusta Avenue, Toronto

• Phone:

  +1 416 594 6600

• Opening hours:

  Daily 11am–7pm

Dixie Outlet Mall

Shopping for brands on a budget is what shoppers flock to this mall for. This enormous outlet mall offers plenty to choose from, and boasts brand names such as Levis, Guess, Tommy Hilfiger and others. There is a food court and entertainment venues, too.

• Web:

  www.dixieoutletmall.com

• E-mail:

  info@dixieoutletmall.com

• Address:

  1250 South Service Road, Mississauga

• Phone:

  +1 905 278 3494

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 9am–8pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 10am–5pm

Eaton Centre

One of the largest and most well-known shopping complexes of Toronto with four levels and over 300 shops and restaurants. From H&M, Zara and Gap, to Canadian retailers such as Roots and Sears, this is one-stop-shopping at its best. There are many other upscale boutiques that offer the latest in women’s fashion and accessories.

• Web:

  www.cfshops.com/toronto-eaton-centre.html

• E-mail:

  tecguestservices@cadillacfairview.com

• Address:

  220 Yonge Street, Toronto

• Phone:

  +1 416 598 8560

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–9pm, Sun 11am–7pm