See the Best of Toronto on Your Romantic Staycation
Whether you are a freshly minted couple, or if yours is a long-running romance, it is always the little things that make a difference. For one, scheduling quality time together is essential for any couple aspiring to live happily ever after.
If your relationship needs a boost, we recommend a weekend getaway in Toronto! You can stay in to relax and rediscover what you love about each other, or head out to play tourist in your favourite city.
But before you book your Toronto couple’s getaway, read on to find out about:
1. The Best Toronto Hotel for a Romantic Staycation
2. Top Toronto Activities for your Anniversary or Honeymoon Staycation
3. What to do in Toronto for your Babymoon Staycation
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Where to Stay in Toronto for your Romantic Staycation
To get around easily during your Toronto staycation for two, choose a centrally located hotel such as Pan Pacific Toronto. Sitting in the vibrant York Mills neighbourhood, our hotel provides easy access to city attractions, a culturally diverse range of restaurants, and exciting shopping options.
For Pan Pacific Toronto guests, here are some date-worthy Toronto attractions that are within easy reach:
Toronto Botanical Garden (5-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Aga Khan Museum (8-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Canada's Wonderland (24-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Prefer not to venture too far from your hotel for meals? You can reserve a table, or place a delivery order, at:
Seasons Restaurant (international, Pan Pacific Toronto)
David Duncan House (steaks and seafood, 10-minute walk from Pan Pacific Toronto)
JOEY Don Mills (modern fusion, 7-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Darband Restaurant (Persian, 7-minute walk from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Kitchen 57 (fast food, 4-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
For staycation guests hoping to indulge in a spot of shopping, you can head to:
Fairview Mall (5-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Shops at Don Mills (5-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Yorkdale Shopping Centre (11-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Bayview Village Shopping Centre (8-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Browse our rooms and suites, which let you enjoy expansive views of lush parkland or the Toronto skyline, and check out our offers page for staycation deals. We look forward to hosting you at Pan Pacific Toronto!
Top Toronto Activities for Your Anniversary or Honeymoon Staycation
Put the sparkle back in your relationship with these unique Toronto date ideas! Perfect for a romantic staycation, you can spend a day or two with your loved one enjoying Canada’s largest city, as well as its surrounding attractions.
Experience Toronto’s most extreme attraction
Are you both blessed with nerves of steel? Together, you can rise to the challenge of a hands-free walk on the edge of the iconic CN Tower’s main pod, where you will be 116 storeys above ground! It sounds far riskier than it is—you will be securely attached to an overhead rail by a harness, and led by a trained guide. You will also receive a keepsake video, printed photos, and a certificate of achievement to add to your collection of Canadian couple mementos!
Get directions to Edgwalk at the CN Tower (16-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Set out on a hiking date
Getting out in nature together is healthy, fun, and the perfect excuse for quality conversation. Hendrie Valley is a lovely city escape, with five short and scenic trail walks to choose from. But if you prefer a more adventurous hike that will put you in the mood for romance, consider tracking down the West Montrose Kissing Bridge—the last covered bridge in Ontario. This Toronto landmark is easily accessible through a 2km detour from the Kissing Bridge Trailway.
Get directions to Hendrie Valley (Cherry Hill Gate/boardwalk, 50-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Get directions to Kissing Bridge Trailway (1 hr 20 min drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Go on a food escapade
Spice up your romantic staycation lunch or dinner dates by heading to a new restaurant. “New” can simply refer to novel cuisine that both of you have not tried before—a refreshing change is fodder for conversation, and if you discover a new favourite eatery, all the better! Visit Dova Restaurant for Sicilian cuisine or Tala for Filipino comfort food. For budget-friendly takeouts, try Tut’s Egyptian Street Food and Mother’s Dumplings.
Get directions to Dova Restaurant (14-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Get directions to Tala (13-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Get directions to Tut’s Egyptian Street Food (18-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Get directions to Mother’s Dumplings (20-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toron
What to do in Toronto for Your Babymoon Staycation
Baby on the way? There will be plenty of excitement up ahead! In the meantime, your best approach is to take it slow and easy. Our suggested babymoon staycation activities ensure maximum comfort for the mother-to-be.
Spend a refreshing morning or afternoon at the countryside
Harvest your own Canadian fruits and flowers at the 165-acre Andrews Farm, or explore its scenic walking trails, where picturesque pathways provide great photo opportunities all year round.
Complete your experience with a BBQ lunch stop, and spend some time shopping at the farm store too. Andrews Farm is also a kid-friendly Toronto attraction that you can keep in mind for the future!
Get directions to Andrews Farm Market & Winery (40-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Get to know a historic attraction
For a peaceful day out, consider visiting the Distillery Historic District, featuring restored Victorian architecture. This charming district attracts arts and culture buffs, who are drawn to its galleries, boutiques, restaurants, cafes, and craft breweries. You could also whisk yourselves away to Casa Loma, a Gothic Revival-style castle, and play make-believe in a medieval fantasy of knights, noblemen, and fair maidens.
Get directions to Distillery Historic District (17-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Get directions to Casa Loma (19-minute drive from Pan Pacific Toronto)
Sit back and sail away together
Enjoy a two-hour sail along the Toronto Harbour aboard a luxury yacht, where you and your partner can admire the Toronto skyline, as well as the natural beauty of the Toronto Islands and the Tommy Thompson Park.
If you wish, you can get a lesson on how to take the helm of your private yacht, or simply relax and leave your crew in charge. To commemorate the moment, hire a photographer and book a photoshoot sail, which will give you exclusive access to the best Toronto photo backdrops for your pre-parenthood portraits!
Book a tour with Gone Sailing Adventures