3 Days in Toronto Itinerary Couples Weekend Guide
Toronto surprised us in the best way. When we planned a quick summer getaway, we wanted a destination with great food, fun neighborhoods, and plenty to do without feeling rushed. Toronto delivered all of that and more. From exploring the Entertainment District to taking a full‑day tour to Niagara Falls, our three days were packed with good food, great views, and easy adventures. Here’s exactly how we spent our time — and how you can plan the perfect Toronto trip too.
Top Toronto Essentials
Hyatt Regency Toronto – Where we stayed and loved. Check prices → Expedia
Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto – Our full‑day tour. Book here → Viator
Royal Ontario Museum Tickets Get tickets → Get Your Guide
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How We Got to Toronto
To make the most of our recent holiday weekend, we flew West Jet from Nashville after work one afternoon. The 90-minute flight was shorter than a movie. When we arrived at the airport, we quickly went through immigration and were hopping into a taxi in no time. The taxi from the airport to our hotel in the Entertainment district of Toronto was 70 (CAD). We stayed at the Hyatt Regency Toronto.
Learn how we booked our adventure using points and miles -> Weekend in Toronto On Points
Where We Stayed: Hyatt Regency Toronto Review
We stayed at the Hyatt Regency Toronto for three nights and loved the location. It’s right in the Entertainment District, walking distance to the CN Tower, St. Lawrence Market, and tons of restaurants. The rooms were clean and modern, with great city views and comfy beds—perfect for crashing after long days of exploring. I booked our stay using points, which made it even sweeter. If you're visiting Toronto for a quick getaway, this hotel checks all the boxes for convenience, comfort, and value.
Where to Stay in Toronto
Hyatt Regency Toronto – Our hotel in the Entertainment District. Check prices → Hyatt Regency Toronto
Fairmont Royal York – Iconic luxury option. Check prices → Fairmont Royal York
Residence Inn Toronto Downtown – Great for families. Check prices → Residence Inn Toronto
lobby Hyatt Regency Toronto
Where we ate
We hit the local coffee house/bakery French Made each morning. It was around the corner from our hotel. I could even see from our window. I wish I could say I was more adventurous, but their blueberry scone made me so happy. I never tried anything else. I paired this a sweetened condensed milk latte. Yum!
Day 1: St. Lawrence Market + Beer History Tour
Our first day, we explored on our own in the morning. We headed to the amazing St Lawerence Market and explored. This was a fabulous international market. We had so much fun exploring everything! We even left with some Ukrainian Sausage that my husband had for breakfast the next morning.
St Lawrence Market
Banksy located on the wall behind Goose Island
Toronto Food Tours
St. Lawrence Market Food Tour Book here → Get Your Guide
Day 2: Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto
Our 2nd day was a long one! We booked a tour to Niagara Falls. I am not a fan of big bus tours, but this one had everything I wanted to do on it, so we took a chance. Since I had never been to Niagara Falls, this was a great way to get everything in. We visited a winery, the falls, had lunch provided, and then went to Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Niagara Falls Tours from Toronto
The exact tour we booked Book here → Viator
Niagara Falls tour with Beyond the Falls Book here → Get Your Guide
Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake wine tour Book here → Get Your Guide
👉 Read my full Niagara Falls tour review → Niagara Falls Bus Tour from Toronto with Winery & Boat Ride
What to Pack for Toronto
Comfortable walking shoes Shop → Amazon
Portable charger Shop → Amazon
Crossbody bag Shop → Amazon
Light jacket or sweater Shop → Amazon
Day 3: Royal Ontario Museum + Auschwitz Exhibit
For our final day in Toronto, my husband got to choose the activity—and I pretended to be surprised when he picked a museum. Just kidding! After 21 years of marriage, I knew he’d go straight for the Royal Ontario Museum. Our whole family loves museums and learning, so this was a perfect fit.
The museum was about a 40-minute walk from our hotel, and since we love exploring cities on foot, it was an easy stroll. We had reservations for the limited-time Auschwitz exhibit at 1 PM, but got a late start and grabbed lunch nearby before diving in.
If this exhibit is still showing when you visit, I highly recommend it. And trust me—use the audio guide. I usually hate audio guides, but this one was phenomenal. I listened to every word. Brandon skipped a few sections and missed some powerful stories, so I ended up explaining parts to him afterward.
Just a heads-up: it’s emotional. I wasn’t the only one crying in there. But it’s one of the most moving museum experiences I’ve ever had, and I’m so glad we made time for it.
👉 Get Royal Ontario Museum tickets → Get Your Guide
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Final Thoughts + What I’d Do Differently
Overall, we had the best time in Toronto. We would love to go back and take our boys. We walked everywhere and I felt very safe. I would solo-travel to Toronto in a heartbeat.
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