Colorful shops and restaurants in Kensington Market, with awnings, murals and a few pedestrians under a blue sky.

Kensington Market

Streets of secondhand shops, murals and kitchens from many origins make this neighborhood a stop for walking and picking lunch.

  • Markets and neighborhoods
  • Suggested time:1.5 to 2 hours
  • Area:West of downtown, next to Chinatown

About Kensington Market

Forget the idea of a gate, an aisle and lined-up stalls: Kensington Market is a neighborhood. The visit happens on the streets, among secondhand clothes, colorful facades, murals and places to eat. Picking a direction solves half the plan; the other half usually smells like lunch.

Stroll along Kensington Avenue and the nearby streets, reading menus before committing to a full meal. Share plates to sample the neighborhood's different cuisines. Then head toward the AGO for the afternoon visit.

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