Date night · Toronto, Canada
12 Romantic Spots in Toronto for Couples
Where Toronto goes quiet enough for a conversation: the spots couples rate highest.
Chosen by setting (gardens, viewpoints, waterfronts, old towns), ranked by traveler review volume out of 165 tracked Toronto places. Updated monthly.
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
Park & natureRight at the foot of the CN Tower in downtown Toronto, Ripley's Aquarium is a slick, modern attraction built around Dangerous Lagoon, a long moving walkway that carries you through a glass tunnel as…
Read our full guide →Allan Gardens Conservatory
Park & natureFree entryAllan Gardens Conservatory is a lush, year-round oasis nestled in the heart of Toronto's Old Town.
Read our full guide →The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres
LandmarkThe Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres are a rare surviving example of a stacked theatre complex, where two distinct performance venues occupy the same building.
Read our full guide →CF Sherway Gardens
MarketFree entryCF Sherway Gardens, located in the Etobicoke district of Toronto, is a large, upscale shopping mall that offers a diverse range of retail experiences.
Read our full guide →Trinity Bellwoods Park
Park & natureFree entryTrinity Bellwoods Park is a beloved green space in downtown Toronto, located at 790 Queen Street West.
Read our full guide →Woodbine Park
Park & natureFree entryWoodbine Park is a 42-acre green space nestled in Toronto's charming Beaches area, just steps from Lake Ontario.
Read our full guide →Out Here
Park & natureFree entryNestled in the heart of Toronto's vibrant Chinatown, 'Out Here' is a small but cherished park and nature area that provides a serene retreat from the bustling city streets.
Read our full guide →Elephant & Castle Pub & Restaurant
SightElephant & Castle Pub & Restaurant is a well-known British-style pub located at 212 King Street West in downtown Toronto, near the financial district and entertainment areas.
Read our full guide →Colonel Sam Smith Park
Park & natureFree entryColonel Sam Smith Park is a sprawling waterfront park located on Lake Shore Boulevard West in Etobicoke, Toronto.
Read our full guide →Elgin and Winter Garden Theatres
EntertainmentThe Elgin and Winter Garden Theatres are a pair of stacked theatres in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Read our full guide →Cherry Beach
Park & natureFree entryCherry Beach is a popular recreational area located in Toronto's East End, situated on the shores of Lake Ontario.
Read our full guide →HTO Park
Park & natureFree entryHTO Park is a compact urban park located on Queens Quay West in Toronto's downtown waterfront district.
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How we pick these
Romantic spots in Toronto — views, quiet corners and special-occasion places — ranked by reviews from the 165 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Sunset makes the viewpoints; dinner spots are calmest just after they open.
Reserve ahead for standout restaurants and anything with a view.
Weekday evenings in Toronto are far less crowded than weekends.
Common questions
Where should couples go in Toronto?+
The list above ranks the most romantic, highly-rated places in Toronto, from scenic viewpoints to intimate dinners.
Is Toronto good for a romantic trip?+
Yes — this page gathers the spots couples rate most highly for a special trip.
What's a good date idea in Toronto?+
Pair a sunset viewpoint with dinner nearby, or a quiet walk followed by drinks at one of the spots above.
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