St. Lawrence Market
Ontario
St. Lawrence Market is a renowned public market located in the St. Lawrence neighbourhood of downtown Toronto, Ontario. Established in 1803, it has grown into a central hub for fresh food, local produce, and artisan goods. The market complex consists of two buildings: St. Lawrence Market South, which operates Tuesday to Sunday with a variety of food stalls, restaurants, and the Market Gallery, and St. Lawrence Market North, historically hosting weekly farmers' and antique markets, with redevelopment ongoing. The South building incorporates parts of the original structure that once served as Toronto's city hall in the 19th century. Beyond its role as a marketplace, St. Lawrence Market has been a social and cultural focal point of Toronto, hosting auctions and public events throughout its history. Its blend of historic architecture and vibrant contemporary market life makes it a unique destination for locals and visitors alike, reflecting Toronto's rich heritage and culinary diversity.
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Tipp: Visit on Saturdays for the lively farmers' market, which opens early in the morning and offers the freshest produce. To avoid crowds, weekdays are less busy, with the market open until early evening. Consider purchasing tickets or passes in advance for special events or tours if available. Parking is available nearby at multiple lots including Front & Jarvis and Front & Church. Check holiday hours ahead of your visit to plan accordingly.
Interessante Fakten
- •St. Lawrence Market was once the site of public auctions and punishments in early Toronto, including slave auctions when slavery was legal.
- •The South Market building still contains sections of the original structure used as Toronto's city hall from 1845 to 1899.
- •The market has been rebuilt and renovated multiple times due to fires and urban development, reflecting Toronto's evolving history.
- •St. Lawrence Market North was demolished in 2015 and is planned to be redeveloped with a new building opening in 2025.
Geschichte
St.
Lawrence Market was officially established by a proclamation in 1803 to serve the growing population of York, Upper Canada.
The first market buildings appeared in 1814, with permanent structures built in 1820 and replaced in 1831.
The market area also functioned as one of York's post offices before 1834.
After being damaged in the Great Fire of Toronto in 1849, the market was rebuilt in 1851.
In the early 1900s, the market expanded to include parts of the former Toronto city hall, with the South building opening in 1902 and the North wing constructed in 1904.
The North building was replaced in 1968 and again redeveloped in 2016.
The market square itself served as Toronto's city hall temporarily during much of the 19th century.
OrtsfĂĽhrer
St. Lawrence Market South1845
The historic South building operates as the main market space featuring food stalls, restaurants, and the St. Lawrence Market Gallery. It incorporates parts of the original 19th-century city hall building, blending heritage architecture with a vibrant market atmosphere.
St. Lawrence Market North1968 (replaced), 2015 (demolished)
Historically hosted weekly farmers' markets and antique markets. The original North building was replaced in 1968 and demolished in 2015, with a new market building planned to open in 2025, continuing the market's tradition of fresh produce and artisan goods.
Kontakt
Telefon: (416) 392-7120
