Heritage Neighbourhoods

Heritage
Neighbourhoods

First settled in 1810, much of the history of St. Thomas is reflected in its architecture. From churches and homes through to the city's railway history, the city has protected its historic properties.

Explore the heritage guides and walking tours to the right and the listings below to further discover the unique and interesting history that makes up St. Thomas.

If you want to research designated heritage properties, check out this document here.

Here is a St. Thomas map filled with words outlining the different neighborhoods! Starting on Talbot Street. Listing the neighborhoods from left to right- Hill Valley Stirling, Kettle Creek Village, Art, Flax Mill Neighbourhood, Downtown Rock, old Fair Grounds, City Centre, Waterworks, The nexus, Market Crossing, Jumbo Side, Salewood Loop, Reservoir Fields, Revolution Tract. In between Talbot Street and Elm Street (left to right). Courthouse Neighbourhood, The spires, Wellington Central, Armoury District, Alma Village, Railway City Central, The Forest, Homedale Loop, Yarmouth Heights, Saint Anne's, Mall Centre, Bunny Town. On the other side of Elm Street (left to right). Hog's Hollow and Heights, Shaw valley, Elm Dale, Pinafore, By-the-lake, Lake Margaret, Miller's Pond, dream fields, Orchard Gate

Armoury District

St. Thomas' street railway is still evident in the layout of the main drag, Wilson Ave. Follow this street to enter the heart of downtown St. Thomas, or stop and stay awhile in this quiet and family oriented historic neighbourhood.

Art Village

A hub for the creatives out there, the Art Village is centered around the Public Art Centre where small businesses pop up echoing that creative feel.

Courthouse Neighbourhood

An inspiring and relaxed neighbourhood that oozes history and knows what it's all about. One of the oldest neighbourhoods in St. Thomas, the Courthouse Neighbourhood is beautiful all times of year.

Kettle Creek Village

Welcome to Ye Olde St. Thomas! This is where Kettle Creek Village settled that would later become the larger city of St. Thomas. Steeped in history, this neighbourhood covers almost every area of interest

Main Street

We pulled together a few different neighbourhoods to bring you Main Street St. Thomas. This is where our local businesses thrive, where you can walk from park to park, enjoy craft beer, the best local dining, and the quirky and creative shops.

Railway City Central

This is where the identity of St. Thomas as ‘The Railway City’ was truly forged. The CASO Station was built from 1871-1873, one of the most impressive railway buildings in the country, helping to define the area even before St. Thomas became an official city in 1881.

The Spires

In The Spires neighbourhood you'll find a cluster of incredible old and impressive architecture. Tour around and enjoy some of the most spectacular heritage architecture St. Thomas has to offer.