Introduction
Located at Hurontario and Highway 403, this is the heart of Mississauga City Centre. This area holds its own, like any notable ‘downtown,’ Mississauga City Centre boasts eye-popping architecture in the form of the Absolute World towers, whose sultry silhouettes have made a mark on Mississauga's skyline, and the international architectural stage.
Lifestyle
The first thing that jumps out at you as you stroll the streets of Mississauga City Centre are its gleaming glass towers which mingle with lush, leafy trees on the jagged skyline.Mississauga is highly walkable and livable, with shops, services, dining and entertainment within a short stroll. For trips further afield, Mississauga City Centre is also a public transit hub, and boasts easy access to Highway 403.
The Vibe
Mississauga City Centre immediately evokes the feel of a new city, as reflected is its glistening glass towers (and seemingly ever-present cranes and construction going on everywhere), the young trees lining the streets, and the young residents to match – 'new' either in age, or in their residency in Canada.
Meet the Neighbours
Wondering about your Mississauga City Centre neighbours? Think about a typical condo or apartment building, and there is your answer – young single professionals, 'new' couples just starting out, downsizers and empty-nesters, as well as some small families. Culturally speaking, this area is a pot pourri, the definition of diversity.
In the Area
Mississauga City Centre boasts some of the city’s better-known landmarks, like Square One Shopping Centre, the Living Arts Centre and Celebration Square. It's also home to a wide range of cultures which flavour its leisure landscape with a veritable world tour of restaurants and festivals to take in and enjoy.
Planes, Trains & Automobiles
The City Centre Transit Terminal is the hub for Mississauga's MiWay public transit system. You can also catch a Zum bus into Brampton, or connect to the TTC Islington subway station. GO Transit from the Square One terminal takes you beyond the city limits. Driving? Hurontario is the living spine of the city, and Hwy. 403 marks the neighbourhood's northern boundary.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
Mississauga Village Centre is still relatively new, which means it is lacking in the “close-knit community” atmosphere. Convenient, yes. Walkable? Only if you live and work in the core. Otherwise, you'll need wheels – either a car or a MiWay bus pass to get around. But awesome access to public transit connects you to the whole city and beyond.
Dollars & Sense
Mississauga is still relatively affordable when you compare its downtown real estate to that of Toronto, where the average price of a condo is over $100K more. And the gap between lowrise homes is even greater. Aside from price, you get more bang for your buck out west, where the homes generally offer more square footage than its t.dot counterparts.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
Square One
Become blissfully lost in this 1.6 million-sq.-ft. shopper's paradise. Lost. In spite of it being a square! You’ll soon find shopping is a sport, as you run a marathon through 360 shops, services and restaurants.
more infoCelebration Square
This is the place to be for free fun and fresh air. Summertime events include the farmer's market, film screenings, Canada Day fireworks and Ribfest. By winter Celebration Square is transformed with a skating rink.
more infoArt Gallery of Mississauga
A hidden gem tucked in the Mississauga Civic Centre, the AGM’s mandate is to 'bring art to the community and the community to art.' See, learn, or simply escape the busy city streets.
more infoFailte Irish Pub
Irish to the core, Failte brings old-world to modern Mississauga with cold pints, hearty fare and live music. The pub features nooks to tuck yourself away into and not be found, if that's your goal!
more infoLiving Arts Centre
This 225,000-sq.-ft. facility features art for all ages, including music, dance, dramatic theatre, comedy, educational seminars, workshops and an exhibition gallery. Make a night of it with a pre-show dinner or post-show dessert.
more infoPlaydium
The 40,000-sq.-ft. indoor complex and 11-acre outdoor park features arcade games, rides, simulators, mini golf, a baseball dome, basketball, and one of Canada's longest go-kart tracks. Truly the ultimate place to play for kids of all ages.
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