Toronto Distillery District

The Distillery District is a very popular Toronto Destination, featuring a wide variety of boutiques and restaurants in a historic setting

The Toronto Distillery District has a rich history going all the way back to the early 1800s.

The original site of the Gooderham and Worts Distillery it was the largest distillery in the world by the 1860s. The de-industrialization of neighbouring areas finally resulted in the shutting down of all remaining distillery operations by 1990. In 2001, the run down Distillery District, was reclaimed and transformed into a historical district with a unique collection of boutiques, art galleries, coffeehouses and restaurants. It also became the home of the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. This reclamation project has preserved the largest collection of Victorian industrial buildings in North America.

The brick-lined streets limited to pedestrian traffic and the outdoor patios and restaurants create a vibrant and interesting experience. You will not find any franchise stores here! The film industry has used this location in the filming of many popular movies.

The Distillery District is one of Toronto's must see attractions. The unique atmosphere and lighting at nighttime also make it a great place for a date or a romantic evening. For more information see the Official Website: The Distillery District.

Toronto distillery district

Toronto's distillery district cc licensed ( BY SA ) flickr photo shared by EyeNo

Getting There on Transit
Nearest Subway Stations
Yonge-University-Spadina LineKing Station or St. Andrew Station
Bloor-Danforth LineCastle Frank Station
Streetcar--Bus Connections

From King Station or St. Andrew Station on the Yonge-University-Spadina Line take the #504 King streetcar east to Parliament Street.

From Castle Frank Station on the Bloor-Danforth Line take the #65 Parliament bus south to King Street. Walk 2 blocks south on Parliament Street and 1 block East on Mill Street to the Distillery District.


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The Stonehouse Distillery at night

The Stonehouse Distillery at nightcc licensed ( BY SA ) flickr photo shared by Benson Kua

Distillery Cooperage Building

Distillery Cooperage Building cc licensed ( BY ) flickr photo shared by 416style


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