7 enchanting small towns near Toronto that are just like wandering through Stars Hollow
Cue the 'Gilmore Girls' theme!
A small town in Ontario.
If you've cozied up for an annual Gilmore Girls rewatch and are dreaming of a trip to Stars Hollow, you're in luck. These enchanting small towns near Toronto feel like stepping into a scene from the show and you can spend a day like Lorelai and Rory.
With old-world streets, cozy cafes and twinkling shops, these places will give you all the Stars Hollow vibes.
Here are seven small towns near Toronto to visit if you want to live out your Gilmore Girls dreams.
Picton
Address: Picton, ON
Why You Need To Go: Nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario, Picton is a charming, old-world town with historic cafes and tiny shops. You can live out your Gilmore Girls dreams at this spot.
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Address: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Why You Need To Go: Cue the Gilmore Girls theme! This 19th-century village is just like stepping into the show. With pumpkin-filled streets and endless autumn charm, it's worth a road trip.
Unionville
Address: Unionville, ON
Why You Need To Go: Unionville is the place to be for Stars Hollow vibes. The Main Street actually served as the fictional small town during the pilot episode of Gilmore Girls and inspired the town for the rest of the series.
You can take a Gilmore Girls Tour around the area and discover iconic filming locations.
Kleinburg
Address: Kleinburg, ON
Why You Need To Go: This little, European-like village boasts spas, shops, cafes and more and will give you all those cozy fall feels. Endless pumpkins, cups of coffee and leafy trees can be found here.
St. Jacobs
Address: St. Jacobs Village, ON
Why You Need To Go: Brimming with rustic charm, this old-world town is a Gilmore girl's dream come true. You can relax in little bakeries, explore the local boutiques and enjoy some Luke-worthy coffee at the cafes.
Paris
Address: Paris, ON
Why You Need To Go: This riverside town is known as the "Cobblestone Capital of Canada" and is full of historic buildings. You can enjoy quaint bookshops, drool-worthy restaurants and more for a Gilmore Girls-inspired day.
Port Perry
Address: Port Perry, ON
Why You Need To Go: This small town is just an hour from Toronto and has been the scene of several Hallmark movies. With a gazebo worthy of Stars Hollow and endless cute shops, it is just like stepping into a scene from the show.
Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.