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NEIGHBOURHOOD SPOTLIGHT
K
ensington is a small business district located just north of downtown along the Bow River. This historic district has been around for more than 100 years, and it hosts some great small businesses in the city. It zips together the residential communities of Sunnyside and Hillhurst, giving the area the feeling of a small village in the heart of the city.
Kensington
It’s fun. It’s accessible. It’s kind of whimsical.
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PHOTOS: RORY CARROLL
Kensington is known for small, independent businesses. Despite being in the heart of the city, this neighbourhood feels like a village of friendly, outgoing characters with a few surprises along the way. The district takes up eight blocks, creating two sides of a square. It’s easily accessible. From downtown, cross the Peace Bridge and walk or bike the 2km path along the beautiful Bow River. Rent an e-scooter to get there faster, or get off at the Sunnyside LRT stop. There is also plenty of parking if you’re arriving by car. Walking around Kensington on a sunny day takes about an hour and a half, longer if you explore what the shops and stops have to offer. Try the self-guided art walk to take in the murals and projects throughout the neighbourhood, or test your puzzler with the Alberta Food Finder (p 23) app and try the scavenger hunt that explores the area and businesses. The neighbourhood is home to some unique places. Plaza Theatre (p 20) is a refurbished vintage theatre with a speakeasy style bar that screens new and classic movies. Regal Cat Café (p 25) is a feline lover’s
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