Eastside
Trendy pockets and multicultural enclaves mean there’s much to discover in the east end.
Toronto’s east end is a unique collection of sights, from South Asian and Greek neighbourhoods through to family-friendly beaches and trendy food scenes. There’s more than enough here to spend a few days finding its hidden gems.
Don't miss:
- Leslieville for the hip brunch scene and rooftop patios
- The Danforth for the city’s best Greek food
- Discovering jewel-toned silks and delicious South Asian eats in Little India
- The Beaches for a day on the water–Woodbine Beach is a family favourite
- Self-guided urban walking tours and Victorian-era streetscapes in Riverside
BOUNDARIES: Don Valley Parkway to the west, Victoria Park Avenue to the east, St. Clair Avenue East to the north and Lake Ontario to the south.
PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): Subway stations along Line 2 Bloor-Danforth (Broadview to Victoria Park), or the 501 or 506 streetcars.
Eastside Neighbourhoods
Eastside Neighbourhoods
Danforth Greektown
The strip of Danforth Avenue traditionally known as Greektown has evolved into a diverse community...
The Beaches
This neighbourhood to the east side of Toronto is a summer haven that sees locals and tourists flock...
Little India
South Asian culture abounds in this vibrant neighbourhood, where hole-in-the-wall “chaat...
Leslieville
Leslieville has a family-friendly-but-hip atmosphere that’s made it one of the city’s...
Gerrard East
Gerrard East is a small, exciting pocket on Toronto’s east side that sits roughly between East...