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Kensington Market and Spadina Avenue

Bounded by Dundas St., Spadina Ave., Baldwin St., and Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
As featured in 3 days in Toronto
Ranked #3 of 68 shopping in Toronto
4.0 of 5 stars 238 Reviews
Type: Flea/ Street Markets, Neighbourhoods
Activities: Shopping, City walk sightseeing
Fee: No
Owner description: Kensington Market is just to the west of Chinatown and is the bohemian heart of Canada, based in a multicultural history it is now a flurry of...... more » Owner description: Kensington Market is just to the west of Chinatown and is the bohemian heart of Canada, based in a multicultural history it is now a flurry of independent stores, restaurants, bars and shops that bring the world's foods to one tightly knit community. You can find any food on the planet in Kensington Market. It is not an uncommon thing to find a festival in Kensington Market making the bohemian party atmosphere complete. Tip for Kensington, take the transit. Streets are packed and traffic is insane, parking is non-existent. « less
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Trinidad
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Had a lovely meal opposite the park, the park also was lively with drummers and poets, the kensginston market area has lots of people just having drinks or dining, try the beans sreved with drinks at the restaurant opposite the park (just can remember the name of the restaurant) but there are lots of flowers on its patio where the... More

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nuskoka
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Fresh food great atmosphere a must see! If you love cheese you must visit the cheese shops and they will let you sample anything you like. We ended up buying about 3 pounds of different cheese because we coudn't decide! More

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Toronto
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Winding little streets with vintage stores and awesome places to shop for food. It has a culture all unto its own. Just off the path of Chinatown, like Chinatown it is a must visit. More

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Swindon
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
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Really loved our guided walk around the area (with Jason from Tour Guys / Urban Adventures). Lots to see and Jason knows not only all about the history and culture but also gives you the low down on local gossip and points you in the direction of the best eateries! Very entertaining and a lot of fun! More

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Marne-la-Vallee, France
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

A fun and lively market full of anything you would want- musicians, cheese stores, vegetables, cafes, cool clothing, funky people, bakeries. A great way to spend an afternoon or whole day shopping, tasting and people watching More

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Toronto
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Do not miss a summer walk in Kensington Mkt.! Have a brunch/Lunch or coffee (at Moon Bean Caffe).. Visit "Courage My Love" an icon from the Hippy days... or just buy some cheese! Take a Google Steet view visit... you'll get the "feel of this place". More

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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
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Had a great veal sandwich at the market. Nice local atmosphere and reasonably good fast food. More

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Toronto, Canada
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
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def the friendliest area of the city..lots of interesting people walking by More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

This is a collection of independent shops which sell quirky and interesting products. Check out the Blue Banana shop for tourist souvenirs and go to Wanda's Pie in the Sky for great pies! More

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Banff, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

We went there on a Sunday and had a lovely time just walking around enjoying the vibe. Even though we knew most of it was closed we still enjoyed our stroll. Especially Blue Banana!! More

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