The holiday season is upon us and it’s not too early to start thinking about those special gifts for your loved ones and friends.

From bustling malls and long lines to hectic schedules around this time of year, it can be stressful to find the time to shop amidst the chaos.

Union Station offers an ideal solution with its wide variety of retailers all conveniently located inside the transit hub. From global brands to local shops, Toronto’s Union Station has continued to grow to meet the evolving transit needs of the region and has gone through several periods of expansion to improve capacity and provide more services.  

To accomplish all your holiday shopping over your next work break or while waiting for your ride home, check out these stores inside Union Station that will be sure to have something for everyone on your list.

Nespresso

From sleek and versatile machines to high quality coffee and espresso capsules, the Nespresso store at Union Station offers great gifts for the caffeine lovers in your life. Located in the Bay Retail space, just outside Union Market, this coffee retailer has flexible hours and is open daily from 7:00 a.m. till 7:00 p.m.

Gemlet

Whether you are on the hunt for a beautiful necklace or permanent bracelet, you will want to check out Gemlet. This Canadian jewelry store offers affordable and handmade gemstone pieces and is located in the Front Street Promenade of Union Station. Gemlet is open from 10:00 a.m. till 8:00 p.m.

Mastermind Toys

Looking to get the perfect gift for your little one? You won’t want to miss the Mastermind Toys holiday workshop pop-up store located in the Front Street Promenade open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. till 7:00 p.m. and weekends with reduced hours. From now until the end of December, you can shop for stuffed toys, activity  kits and more, with free gift-wrapping included in your purchase.

LCBO

Visit the LCBO at Union Station to shop seasonal flavoured beverages, holiday gift sets, and minis that make for the perfect stocking stuffer. This retailer is conveniently located in the Bay Retail space and is open from 9:00 a.m. till 8:00 p.m. from Monday to Thursday with reduced hours Friday to Sunday.

The LCBO also offers same-day pickup, so you can place an order on your way to work and pick up your gift two hours later.

Peace Collective

Looking to gift apparel that looks good and does good? Peace Collective sells Toronto and Canadian themed clothing, fan apparel and more while giving back to the communities that need it the most.

Visit this retailer in the Front Street Promenade from 10:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Sephora

Give the gift of makeup, skincare, hair, fragrance and more from classic and emerging brands at Sephora! Located in the Bay Retail space, Sephora is open daily and from 7:00 a.m. till 8:00 p.m. during weekdays.

Best Buy Express

Check out Union Station’s newest store, located in the Bay Retail space. Best Buy Express offers a curated collection of portable technology items that make for the convenient gift and stocking stuffer for your loved ones.

Best Buy at Union Station is open weekdays from 9:00 a.m. till 8:00 p.m. and weekends with reduced hours.

Lids

Shop a wide selection of fan gear from your favourite sports teams at Lids, located in the Bay Retail space, across from Sephora. Whether you are an NFL or NBA fan, this store offers jerseys, hats and more.

Lids is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. till 8:00 p.m. and weekends with reduced hours.