St. Lawrence Market is both a working food market and a visitor attraction. It is most useful when treated as part of an Old Town walk, not only as a souvenir stop.
Market expectations
Vendor hours and market-day activity vary. Check official opening information, especially for Sundays, holidays and special markets.
What to do
Browse prepared food, ingredients and local products, then walk nearby historic streets. The market works well before or after the Distillery District.
Crowds and meals
Peak meal times can be busy. Groups should decide whether they want a full meal, quick tasting or shopping so they do not spend the entire visit waiting.
Responsible shopping
Choose products you can legally transport home and that suit luggage and food-safety needs. Avoid assuming every maple or “Canadian” item was produced locally.