Toronto Chinatown

The crowds of people and the buzzing activity add to the captivating atmosphere of Toronto’s downtown Chinatown. Elegantly stroked Chinese characters grace store and street signs. East Asian shops and markets with exotic fruits and vegetables spill onto the sidewalk.

(Image source: www.chinatownbia.com)

Along with shopping for electronics and produce, Chinatown prides itself on the wide variety of authentic Asian restaurants. There is a bountiful selection of Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Vietnamese restaurants.

If you’re lucky enough to be in Toronto for the Chinese New Year, the area comes even more alive with spectacular decorations, dancing dragons, and endless amounts of food that accompany the festivities each year.

Address: West of Beverley Street, east of Augusta Avenue, south of College Street and north of Sullivan Street.

Website: http://www.chinatownbia.com/

Transportation: take southbound 510 Street car to Dundas Street West, or take 505 Street car to Spadina Avenue