Best Shopping Malls in Markham Area

"Stay aboard for the full two-hour tour, or if you're itching to tackle Toronto , hop off at one of the 21 stops, which include many of Toronto's top attractions, such as the CN Tower, the Eaton Centre, Art Gallery of Ontario, Casa Loma and the Royal Ontario Museum. Consult with the guides for optimum planning and when the busses will be stopping at certain locations. Don't miss the boat tour at the Harbourfront, which is included in your ticket."

"Every time I walk into the Eaton Centre and see those geese statues seemingly flying through the large expanse I feel at home. I’ve been going to this mall since I was a baby and that first view of it always screams Toronto to me. But over the years I go less for the shopping aspect and more for that iconic Toronto photo stop!"

"Here you’ll find the Eaton Centre, the city’s largest mall and plenty of restaurants. Across from the Eaton Centre there are some restaurants a few storey’s up where you can grab a place on the patio and overlook all of the action in the square."

"Brookfield Place may look like just another office tower from the outside, but it’s the interior that will really get photographers snap-happy. The building features the gorgeous Allen Lambert Galleria which was designed by famed Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, where metal frames arch to evoke the feel of an urban, tree-lined canopy."

"If you’re a big fan of architecture like me then you’ll love the next indoor photography spot in Toronto. It’s in Brookfield Place. This shopping mall/business centre is home to the Allen Lambert Galleria, a glass and steel pedestrian walkway that will have you craning your neck up in awe."

"Founded in 2002 by Bay St. lawyers Shawn Hewson and Ruth Promislow, Bustle Clothing is a leading Canadian sportswear label, known for its cheeky twist on menswear classics. Shop their new unisex collaboration – Playboy X Bustle. The collection includes: heritage classics, collegiate prep, streetwear, vintage-inspired T-shirts and accessories."

"This is one of our all-time favourite spots to hang in the city. Not only is there plenty of room for kids and pets to run around, but you can also enjoy great eats and drinks at their three patios. Depending on your mood you can either grab food from the various vendors on-site or enjoy a sit-down experience."

"Spend a leisurely Saturday strolling through the shops of charming Yorkville village during a visit to thriving Toronto. Browse through the stacked shelves of Valency in search of the best in quality housewares and entertaining accessories. Wander over to get fitted for a high quality, custom-designed suit at Empire Customs before visiting Jean-Paul Fortin for some shiny leather dress shoes to complement your new smart-looking attire."

"Another shopping mall in the area, Yorkville Village is located north of Bloor Street along Avenue Road. It was previously opened in 1976 as Hazelton Lanes, and fell into disrepair in the 1990s. It was redeveloped in 2011 and rebranded as Yorkville Village."

"A post shared by Dufferin Mall (@dufferin_mall) on Jul 12, 2019 at 9:15am PDT. Scour the racks for some fashion-forward accessories at bargain prices in Winners before browsing Suzy Shier for a pretty, casual ensemble. Stroll over to Aldo and Call It Spring to look through their innovative shoewear and handbags."

"This North York shopping centre has over 180 stores, offices and a cinema complex. It’s not a huge space but you can still manage to find everything you need. Stores included in the shopping centre include H&M, Little Burgundy, Hudson’s Bay, Victoria’s Secret, and more."

"As if I couldn’t include Ladurée in this list of the prettiest pink places in Toronto!. Although it may not be Paris’ original, the Ladurée in Yorkdale mall is no less instagrammable. This adorable world renowned French patisserie offers everything from their famous macarons, to high-tea, sandwiches, soups and salads."

"Exchange Tower, 416-477-1029 + 3401 Dufferin St at Yorkdale Mall, 416-629-2391. Ladurée Cafe first opened its doors in Toronto’s Yorkdale Mall in December, 2017. A second concept recently opened in downtown Toronto in the PATH at Exchange Tower."

"The Dream of China cake, with its strawberry mousse and passion fruit coulis, impressed McEwan. “Love the mini macaron and lovely tempered chocolate,” he said. “The passion fruit and berry work really well together.” 1419 Danforth Ave., $7.50"

"A post shared by Andrea Ng – Toronto Food (@andreasfoodventures). Marvelous by Fred is a delectable French bakery chain with over 40 locations across Europe, and a new location on Queen Street West in Toronto. The bakery has a glamorous feel with a signature chandelier and mouth-watering menu of Cramik Brioches, waffles and signature Meringue cakes."

"Toronto's foodies clamber over each other for a reservation at Dreyfus, which is nestled into a Victorian townhouse on Harbord Street. The 30-seat restaurant provides a transportive experience that feels part French bistro and part Montreal house party. The vibe is right, the crowd is cool, the food is French without the fuss, and it's hard to think of a better date night spot in Toronto right now."

"Among the newest and more exciting additions to Toronto’s dining scene is Dreyfus. The 30-seat Harbord spot pulls inspirations from owner Zach Kolomeir’s French-Jewish heritage (the name Dreyfus stems from the 19th-century anti-semitism scandal of the same name). Food flits between cultural identities – expect croque cubanos and old-school classics."

"Not only is there a dedicated weekend brunch menu, but they run a wine bottle & food shop and can help you put together a perfect picnic basket of bread, cheese, cured meats, etc. for brunch on the road. What to order: Go classic with their eggs Benedict, omelettes, or a Croque Monsieur (or Madame)."

"This restaurant is proud to serve classic French cuisine by creating authentic fresh dishes. All their sauces are made in-house with a veal-based stock. Everything comes in great portion sizes."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by toronto (@lebaratinyyz)"

"Nestled away in the Yorkville neighborhood, this intimate restaurant features classic bistro-style tables and floor-to-ceiling windows, flooding the space with natural light. With a menu boasting classic fare, you can’t go wrong with oysters served alongside mignonette sauce or potato gratin topped with cantal cheese and thyme. The food menu is complemented by an extensive curated wine list created by the in-house sommelier."

"With floor to ceiling windows, marble tables, elegant crystal chandeliers, this Yorkville Avenue gem will sweep you both off your feet!. On the menu expect options like cheese boards, salads, fresh seafood and meat, and desserts made to order. Be sure to plan ahead and make reservations seating is especially limited intimate."

"This tiny café is tucked into a laneway on Yorkville Avenue. As soon as you walk into Chabrol, something about it makes you want to lose track of time. Maybe it’s the floor to ceiling windows?"

"The Gladstone Hotel has taken over an empty café on the other side of Queen Street, transforming the space into an immersive pop-up art space (the party ends in April, when the site will be razed for a new condo building). For now, the gallery is hosting a rotating series of mixed-media installations, including a group show featuring objects designed to fit in bankers’ boxes, a rhythmic performance piece from Montreal artist George Stamos and Chris Foster‘s March of Development, a shadow-box rendering of the Toronto skyline (pictured above). 1181 Queen St. W., gladstonehotel.com."

"The Varley Art Gallery of Markham features frequently changing exhibitions from the permanent collection as well as historical contemporary exhibitions drawn from local, national and international sources. New ways of seeing and appreciating art are enhanced through a broad range of dynamic hands-on art-related activities, including group tours, school programs, studio art classes, workshops and lectures, and family activities, designed to appeal to audiences of all ages and interests."

"Varley Gallery Birthday Parties feature special art program-designed parties for children ages 4 to 12 that can be booked in our bright and spacious studio. The gallery will come alive through hands-o …"

"Daniel Faria Gallery is a contemporary art space housed in a converted warehouse in Bloordale Village. Founder, Daniel Faria, has worked in the gallery scene for over a decade, accumulating the right relationships, reputation and savvy necessary to open his own gallery in 2011. The relatively new space was well received in the Toronto art scene and has gone on to exhibit some of the biggest names in Canadian art."