The Most Romantic Places to Propose in Toronto

So, you’re ready to take the first step in your wedding journey: planning the marriage proposal. After you’ve found that perfect piece of bling and have set a date, all that’s left to do is explore the best places to propose in Toronto. Luckily, the city is brimming with beautiful spots with just the right amount of romance. Then all you have to do is grab your sweetheart and muster up a little bit of confidence.

Here are the most romantic places to propose in Toronto.

Aga Khan Museum
Architecturally speaking, the Aga Khan is one of the most beautiful buildings Toronto has to offer. While its interior has plenty of stunning sights to see, you’ll want to take your proposal outdoors to the Aga Khan Park. The space is modelled after Mughal gardens, filled with immaculately manicured trees, shrubs and blooms and serene reflecting pools - romantic and relaxing. Image: Peter and Timothy's engagement shoot at the Aga Khan Museaum by Victor Lee Photography.

U of T St. George Campus
Lecture halls, study groups and the stacks usually go hand in hand with stress, not romance. But, before you scroll past this one, hear me out. The University of Toronto’s St. George Campus offers plenty of swoon-worthy indoor and outdoor venues in the heart of downtown Toronto, perfect for getting down on one knee. From ivy covered buildings to Hogwarts-esque libraries, this school is anything but unsightly. You get bonus points if you and your S.O. met at U of T. 

Casa Loma
Want to make your S.O. feel like a prince or princess before proposing? Give them the royal treatment by trading in your apartment digs for Casa Loma for the day (no, Medieval Times is not an option). Take a walk around its grounds and explore its gardens before popping the question. Tip: this also makes for an amazing wedding venue, so feel free to double down if you fall in love with it.

Bluffer’s Park
Head to the city’s east side to take advantage of Toronto’s best beach for your big moment. While popping the question on the sand is a cute idea, we suggest making a beeline for the bluffs for something really picturesque. When you’re looking out onto the sparkling waters of Lake Ontario after popping the question you’ll feel on top of the world in more ways than one.

Distillery District
Cobblestone streets, Victorian era architecture and an array of cute boutiques make the Distillery District one of the city’s most beloved neighbourhoods and one of the best places to propose in Toronto. We suggest taking advantage of your surroundings and dropping to one knee under the famed “Gooderham & Worts” sign or in front of one of its art installations. Don’t forget to add your own lock to the love sign when they say yes!

Gibraltar Point Lighthouse 
Had enough of the bustling streets, skyscrapers and screaming sirens? Hop on a ferry and head to the Toronto Islands to get away from it all. While there are plenty of proposal-worthy sites here, we suggest staging your engagement at the Gibraltar Point Lighthouse. The iconic red-doored building is the perfect spot for proposal photos, so don’t forget to sneak along a photographer.

Evergreen Brick Works
The Evergreen Brick Works is the perfect blend of industrial and environmental. What was once a quarry is now an eco oasis that blends bricks with blooms. If you’re in the market for a green proposal site that’s a little bit different than your average park or ravine, this is the spot to get down on one knee.

CN Tower
Yes, this is one of the most obvious places to propose in Toronto, but why not take advantage of the country’s most celebrated landmark? If you and your partner are total adrenaline junkies, put your courage to the test and do the CN Tower EdgeWalk before proposing - don’t even think about bringing the actual ring outside with you, though! For tamer duos, the 360 Restaurant is a safer bet that offers the same killer views of the city. Image: Radzio proposes to Dianka while on the CN Tower EdgeWalk; via YouTube.

High Park
Jump on the 501 and head to the far west side to take a stroll around High Park with your partner before dropping to one knee to propose. You’ve got plenty of options when it comes to location, including a serene pond, numerous hiking trails and even a zoo. Cherry blossom season (around May) is the most magical time of the year there, so aim for that.

Allan Gardens
Head to the corner of Jarvis and Carlton and you’ll find a slice of paradise tucked away in a glass building. Brimming with a vast array of flora and fauna, this spot is the ideal place to propose in Toronto to any nature-loving guy or gal. Bonus: its collection of blooms may even inspire your wedding flowers, so remember to take photos of your faves.

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