Patagonia

Patagonia’s Toronto store has one of the more interesting addresses on King Street. It occupies part of the former Gurney Stove Factory, an industrial building with roots in 1872 that has been carefully remodelled, so exposed brick and timber frame the racks of jackets and fleece.

The shop carries the brand’s outdoor clothing and gear for hiking, climbing, skiing and everyday city wear, and it reflects the company’s emphasis on repair and long-lasting products. Staff can help with sizing and layering advice before a trip. Locally, it is the nearest spot to pick up a serious winter shell without heading to a mall, and the building alone is worth a look.