Key Features: Dinosaur Bones(!) inside... and new age stones, too, I guess…read more So here's the thing - walking down Queen Street East, I saw Geologic: Gifts from the Earth. My first thought, quite accurately, was that it was one of those wacky rock stores with healing gems, and crystals, and all that. I wanted nothing to do with that. BUT I did want to know what it was like inside. Much like my desire to understand the insides of a Scientology building, without stepping foot, I sent in someone else as a proxy. My proxy came out speaking of dinosaurs. I thought she was mad. But I couldn't take that risk. What if there really were bones to be seen inside? So in I went. Now, I've got to tell you, as far as New Age rock shops go, this one is pretty good. All the rocks in bins, nicely labelled. Little cut out cards telling you what the rocks are, and what they can be used for. And the prices don't seem too bad. Even for someone like myself, who doesn't buy into the healing factors, I could have picked a few up as paper weights, and not felt all that bad about it. But - and here's the selling feature - sometimes they have rare things like Woolly Mammoth tusk chips, for a couple of bucks, or megladon shark teeth, for fifteen dollars. They even had chunks of dinosaur bones you could buy. Now, when I first saw that - without a certificate of authenticity - I questioned if they were real, but I think they must have been. In this store, is also a horn from a triceratops, and a claw from an Allosaurus. And then, at the back - although this one is only a cast - is the greatest of all: A T-Rex Skull mounted on a foot. It's fantastic. And it's worth coming in here for no reason other than to see the dinosaur bones! In the immortal words of the doctors: Fantastic!

It's a great store, however the staff was so miserable!! Rolling eyes and being very rude. I've…read morebeen here many times and purchased many things and I was pretty surprised at the customer service today. The store has great authentic gems and really neat things, they just need better customer service

This shop is under-marketed but quite amazing for buckwheat pillows and cushions…read more It's RIGHT across from Pape station (literally), and you will see a sign for a Hair Salon instead, but the Meditation Shoppe (Snow Lion) is right up the stairs to the right. CALL BEFORE YOU GO. The guy is not always there (mom and pop shoppe deal), and he is very VERY nice, pleasant and wonderful to deal with. I came away feeling like I had better karma already. He even apologized for how expensive the items were, which tells me he isn't overcharging -- he's just trying to make a modest profit. Frankly, I'd rather give my money to these guys than the overhyped, overpriced shops of Bloor Street that SAY they have buckwheat, organic, eco-friendly pillows, but in the end, they're charging you $50 for something worth $25. Love. They also have things for meditation altars, books, even teas. It's a very tiny little shop, but very warm and welcoming. Makes me want to start meditating. They also do yoga classes!

My favourite meditation store in the whole world. It is the place where you can find the knowledge…read morefrom amazing selection of books, the calm atmosphere and support of their helpful staff like Gary. I wish I would live in Toronto just to be able to ride my bike to 708 Paps Ave and talk to Gary. I recommend everybody to check it out if you are in the area.

A truly beautiful store with beautiful things. When I travel, I make a point to visit the local…read morespiritual store, and this is one of the most beautiful spiritual stores I've ever been to. Even from the outside, the exterior is beautifully decorated and has warm and inviting vibe mixed with public art. Their impressive selection of rocks, gems and crystals are organized by color. While they also have special areas for tarot and oracle decks, spells, and plant magick, these items are also mixed into the individual sections based on color and theme. Someone has put a LOT of care into the curation and aesthetic of the store. I purchased a beautiful sodalite bracelet, a few different books, and a really special oracle deck I've never seen before. I think so fondly of this store when it pops into my mind, and if I were local, I'd attend their classes, visit for readings, and shop here regularly for high-quality gifts and spiritual needs. I am very impressed with The Rock Store!

Harbord Street holds so many interesting stores, one of which is the Rock Store. Filled with rocks…read moreimbued with different properties (some can heal, etc.), candles, tarot cards, this is a store for the metaphysical lover and those who are curious about it. Employees are very lovely and they help steer you to make the right purchase for your unique needs. Ambiance in the store is very calming. They also hold yoga and other courses; it's an interesting place to check out in the Annex.

Was looking for white sage and nowhere else in The Market had it, but this store did. I live close…read moreenough but didn't even know this place was here until I went looking for it. It's essentially across from Moonbeam Cafe. The store was neat and clean and the guy behind the desk helped me immediately find what I was looking for, and wasn't pushy or abrasive as I decided to browse afterwards. They sell everything from menorah candles (at least I think they were menorah candles...) to much more unique things (wtf is male garlic?!) Plus, you can get a metric buttload of incense for like $3 in case you're into that sort of thing. Paid with VISA no problem, and they were playing soca, so that's a plus :D Kudos and thanks for being so helpful!

Love this store this store has help me to grow spiritually and aided me in my manifestations . It's…read morea hidden gem to us alchemist. I've come to Kensington many times been in the store many times but not until I was ready did certain things become visible. In America they have many of these botanicas through out the country . I have yet to see one especially with the vast array of supplies from vesta powder to Egyptian musk . Follow ur intuition . Thank u Fabian ! Who is a quite but strong presence .

House of Energy is so full of goodness. I have been here many times now and from the very first…read moretime I was enchanted. The place sells a number of gemstones, crystals and new age wellness and lifestyle items including salt lamps, tarot and oracle cards, gemstone jewelry, loose chaga tea, books and more. The shop is family owned and managed and they all participate in community events as well as host workshops after hours in the store. I attended a tarot workshop recently. I feel the rocks in their shop can have a special energy. Recently I purchased one of the amethyst crystals they brought back from a trip to Mexico and I adore it for its beauty and good energy. Some of my favourite pieces ate from this shop. I have also purchased many gifts for family members. Really all good things to say about House of Energy!

This is a neat bohemian little spot, that just opened up in the neighbourhood. They have a great…read moreselection of loose leaf teas, and it's a great place to grab a delicious tea to go! You can sit down and have a glass or pot of tea too, which is wonderful since they have free wi-fi access. They also sell the tea in small samples so you can figure out what you like. The shop is full of hand crafted jewelry, crystals and artwork. The people who work here are friendly and fun. A groovy getaway.

Good quality bead and finding shop on Queen St W - Arton is the one place I must visit whenever I…read moream in Toronto! Note that they own two stores right next to each other; one is for lower-end beads and findings, while the other has more gemstones and sterling silver. Quality is decent for most items, prices are quite good overall, and the range of products packed into the two storefronts makes this a worthwhile stop any day.Last trip I mostly picked up strands of chips, but they have previously been one of my better sources for druzies, raw stones and really unusual drilled stones such as astrophyllite and hypersthene. The lower-end shop usually has one of the better prices on bulk key rings you can find in a retail store. LIke most of these bead shops on Queen, they are always running multiple overlapping discount deals and sales, as well as offering a frequent buyer card that is supposed to expire but that they always renew for me (maybe because I am from out of town?) It gets kind of complicated to figure out how to get the best deal, and they are always keen to push you to buy just.one.more.item to take your order to the next discount level. I don't always find that to be worth it. Arton also has a website: http://artonbeads.net/ but it stocks only a small fraction of their huge selection, so I strongly recommend you skip it and travel to Toronto instead :)

A good place to find beads and findings supplies in the downtown Toronto . I love it.read more

I want to comment on the excellent customer service I had with Olivia, she works at Happy Soul on…read moreBloor, she was very friendly and fast.

Employees are honest and informative. They don't try to upsell. Would recommend this place for…read moreanyone who is looking for spiritual help and guidance. Thank you! Liz

This is such a cute store. You walk in and it feels warm and homey instantly! They were offering…read morefree tea when you walked in when I went. They are a magical mercantile shop. They have a great assortment of incense/burnables, stones, and homewares such as busts and candles. I really enjoyed looking though all the merch and the staff was very friendly. They had a small collection of seasonal merch that went on boxing day sale.