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View of the CN Tower during a weekend in Toronto.

How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Toronto, Ontario

Posted by By Krista 1 November 2025
Wondering how to spend a weekend in Toronto? This article dives into things to do, where to eat, and the best place to stay in the downtown core.
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Exploring the Top Museums in Ontario, Canada

Posted by By Krista 11 July 2025
Here's a look at three interesting museums in Ontario that you should add to your itinerary during your next trip to the province.
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9 Places to Eat in Toronto: How to Find Budget Friendly Spots

Posted by By Krista 10 May 2025
Here's a look at some of the best budget friendly places to eat in Toronto - both downtown and further afield.
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Unique Places to Eat in Southwestern Ontario This Year

Posted by By Krista 26 October 2023
Take a look at this food guide covering some of the best locally run places to eat in Southwestern Ontario!
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Unique Ontario Experiences That Are Sure to Improve Your Itinerary

Posted by By Krista 24 October 2023
These unique Ontario experiences are a great alternative to the regular tourist destinations in the province.
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Sure, the boat ride up to Niagara Falls is awesome Sure, the boat ride up to Niagara Falls is awesome - but check out this fun alternative! 😮‍💨

@whirlpooljet have an open-topped boat that takes you into the Niagara Gorge and right through the Devil’s Hole Rapids 🤯

The tour lasts only 45 minutes, but you’ll still get soaked! There’s also a “dry” tour available on a covered boat that takes the same route 💦

Would you do this fun activity near Niagara Falls? 🇨🇦
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Have you ever considered visiting Sarnia, Ontario? Have you ever considered visiting Sarnia, Ontario? 🤩

If so, you should stay in the city centre so you can make the most out of your time there 👍🏼

The best place to stay in Sarnia is @theinsigniahotel. It was originally built in the 1960s, but it’s now a dog-friendly boutique hotel 🐶

Their Presidential Suite is a great option for small groups, as it boasts 2 separate bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a spacious living room with a dining table 🛌

@theinsigniahotel is also home to a phenomenal fine-dining restaurant, @legacysarnia, which is open for both breakfast and dinner. We really enjoyed their harvest set menu in the evening with wine pairings. This was available in October, but there’s always something new popping up each month! 🍷

Their breakfast menu is incredible, with dishes like chicken and waffles and Eggs Benedict just some of the options available 🍳

Don’t forget to unwind in their bar in the evening too - it’s the perfect way to end your day in Sarnia! 🍹
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There’s a lot you can fit into a weekend in Toro There’s a lot you can fit into a weekend in Toronto 😎

If you haven’t been to the city before, I’d recommend heading up the CN Tower, walking around the Distillery District, and exploring the downtown area on foot 🚶🏼‍♀️

Feeling adventurous? The Edgewalk at the CN Tower lets you hang over the side of the tower - over 1,000 feet in the air! 👀

For food, places like the St Lawrence Market are great (I’d recommend @stackdkitchen ). You should also check out @scoopedbydemetres @paitoronto @neocoffeebarto and @elcatrinca 🌮

Would you like to spend a couple of days exploring Toronto? 🇨🇦
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Top tip for spending 24 hours in Toronto ⬇️
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Catch a ride on the @citysightseeingworldwide hop-on-hop-off double decker bus around the city! 🚌

Your ticket is valid for 24 hours the moment you activate it when you first get on the bus 🎟️

The entire route takes approximately 2 hours, but you’re able to hop off at any of the bus stops along the route. This lets you see some of the best attractions in Toronto with ease 😎

We’ve been on many @citysightseeingworldwide routes around the world, but Toronto is right up there with the best of them! 🫶🏼

Do you go on tour buses when you travel? 😃
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The next stop on our mini road trip in Ontario is The next stop on our mini road trip in Ontario is Toronto 🚘

Since we only had a short amount of time in the city, we wanted to make the most of it. We opted to stay in the downtown core, right next to the CN Tower and Rogers Centre, at @sohohoteltoronto 🛌

Our oversized room was fantastic, with an incredible view of the CN Tower from the window, and plenty of space to relax and work during the evening 💻

We also took avantage of the pool and on-site cafe ☕️

@sohohoteltoronto is one of the best quiet luxury hotels in Toronto, and you really can’t beat its location! 🇨🇦
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