This romantic itinerary for two nights and three days offers tips and ideas for planning a couples getaway in Toronto.
Whether you need a break from the little ones, the home office or want some quality time together as a couple, Toronto has everything you need to reconnect—and have fun! Follow our curated guide for a romantic Toronto getaway below.
Day 1
Go neighbourhood-hopping
Start your Toronto sojourn by exploring a neighbourhood. People-watch and vintage shop in funky Kensington Market, park yourself on a patio (Sassafraz is ideal) and watch fancy cars cruise by in higher-end Yorkville or take your pick of ‘hoods.
Indulge in dinner and cocktails
It’s time to chill out and gaze into each other’s eyes over a delicious cocktail and meal with these top picks for date night. After, go for a pub crawl and sample local craft brews at these lively pubs before calling it a night.
Start your day with a scenic coffee at a Waterfront café (Boxcar Social is our pick) and perhaps squeeze in a free contemporary art exhibit at the Power Plant before hopping the ferry to the Toronto Islands.
There you can bike or walk to a secluded spot for a picnic, hit the beach (clothing optional or not!), or get refreshed at one of the casual cafés-with-a-view on Ward’s Island.
If you’re feeling more energetic, rent a kayak for a tranquil paddle à deux around the lagoon.
If you love someone, let them go... shopping! The Eaton Centre is a mecca for top brands, including iconic menswear retailer Harry Rosen, and Queen West offers a mix of indie boutiques, familiar chain stores, and hip galleries.
Watch a live game together
If an adrenaline fix is what you crave, the Jays, Toronto FC, or any other big league team that’s in town for a day game will get your heart pumping.
Explore the Distillery Historic District
An evening in the Distillery Historic District gives you a ton of options. Take a Segway tour, see a Soulpepper play, pose with the LOVE art installation, stroll the cobblestone streets, and enjoy the Victorian buildings filled with artisans, retailers, and restaurants.
For a classically romantic dinner spot, choose Cluny Bistro.
Discover arts and culture in the Entertainment District
If you have access to a car, a jaunt to the spectacular Scarborough Bluffs should be on your Toronto bucket list. Feast your eyes and fill your Instagram.
Still in the east end, but more accessible by transit, is the charming Beaches neighbourhood. Walk or bike along the boardwalk, catch a beach volleyball game or rent a stand-up paddleboard.
Or, head west to Port Credit, a picturesque lakeside community located in Mississauga. Eat, shop and take in one of the many pop-up events happening year-round.
Take in the views from the CN Tower
There’s a reason the CN Tower is a popular pick for marriage proposals, so whether you’re popping the question or just celebrating being together, a trip up the iconic Tower is a must.
Top off your holiday with a tour of Steamwhistle Brewery, housed in the historic Roundhouse train station.
