Car Hire in Old Toronto

Old Toronto is the city's historic core with iconic sites such as St. Lawrence Market, Distillery District, and Harbourfront, all within a 2 km radius. With 4 rental companies in the area, you can easily pick up a rental car and explore the Greater Toronto Area or take a day trip to Hamilton (70 km, about 1 hour).

The neighborhood is characterized by 19th-century architecture mixed with modern architecture along Lake Ontario. King Street East and Front Street are the central axes of Old Toronto. Distillery District is 1.5 km east of Union Station and St.

Lawrence Market just 800 m away. Gardiner Expressway runs along the southern edge and provides quick highway access west and east. Avoid driving in Old Toronto during rush hour (7–9 am and 4–6 pm) – traffic on King and Queen Street can be gridlocked.

Park at Union Station Parkade and explore the neighborhood on foot. If you're planning a trip to Niagara Falls, take the QEW via Gardiner – about 1.5 hours. Where can I find rental car stations in Old Toronto?

Most stations are located along Front Street and Bay Street near Union Station, within 500 m of each other. Is it easy to park with a rental car in Old Toronto? Street parking is limited, but there are several parking garages along Front Street and at St.

Lawrence Market at prices around 20–30 CAD per day. What excursions are good by rental car from Old Toronto? Niagara Falls (130 km), Hamilton with Dundas Valley (70 km), and the Thousand Islands region (280 km) are popular destinations.

We compare prices from all major providers at Old Toronto so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.