Most Romantic Places to Propose
Planning the perfect proposal is no easy feat; it’s something that you and your partner will remember for years to come, so it needs to be perfect. You could propose at a nice restaurant or at the place you first met, but if you want to give your loved one a truly unforgettable experience, take them on a romantic getaway. If you’re not sure where you want to pop the question, here are some romantic places to propose.
Paris, France
Paris is considered by most to be one of the most romantic cities in the world. There are multiple places you could visit on romantic days out, such as Museum of Romantic Life, the Butte Montmartre, and the Wall of Love. If you’re ready to pop the question, you could do it at the top of the Eiffel Tower, on the Pont des Arts bridge over the Seine, or at the Temple of Love in the Gardens of Versailles. If you want some privacy, you could propose on the Avenue de Camoëns, with the Eiffel Tower in the distance.
New York City, USA
New York City has plenty of proposal spots, such as the Bow Bridge in Central Park. Alternatively, you and your sweetheart could take a rowboat onto the lake and you could propose there. Many people also choose to propose on the Staten Island Ferry and on the Empire State Building’s observation deck, but be forewarned; they are busy places and your proposal could be interrupted. The New York Botanical Garden makes for a romantic stroll, as do the Met Cloisters. If you’re looking for a unique place to propose, there’s always the top of the Coney Island Ferris wheel.
Venice, Italy
Imagine yourself and your partner floating along on a gondola on the Grand Canal in Venice. Could there be anything more romantic? You could propose to your loved one while sailing beneath the Bridge of Sighs. Take a sunset stroll along the Rialto Bridge to Saint Mark's Square, and end your day at an intimate trattoria, sharing a bowl of pasta, before watching an opera at the famous Teatro La Fenice.
Rovaniemi, Finland
If you want to plan a winter-themed proposal, Rovaniemi, in Finland’s Lapland, is the place to do it. There are many romantic things to do here. You could take your partner to a husky or reindeer farm to feed and pet the animals, followed by dog sledding or a sleighride pulled by reindeers. You could take your partner to the Kotatieva Winter Leisure Park for some ice skating in the forest or to a spa to relax at the sauna. You could grab some cups of hot cocoa at the Santa Claus Village and find the best spot to admire the Norther Lights. Towards the evening, while you’re snuggled up next to the fire in a cosy lodge, you could pull out the ring.
Vaitape, Bora Bora
At the other end of the scale, Vaitape is the perfect island paradise for a romantic getaway. You wouldn’t have to trek from your hotel to the beach; you could simply rent an overwater bungalow and wake up every morning with an ocean view. Vaitape is for more adventurous couples, and there is much more to do than watching the sunset on the beach. You and your partner could sail around the island and do an afternoon of snorkelling or scuba diving. You could take a romantic cycling trip along the coastal path or hike Mount Pahia and propose at the summit. You could even shop for a unique Tahitian black pearl engagement ring while you’re there.
Zermatt, Switzerland
A romantic holiday in the Swiss Alps may be just what you and your partner need. You could spend a day skiing and snowboarding before taking a cable car up to a mountaintop restaurant at the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. There are many areas you can participate in mountain climbing and hiking, and one of the most romantic views is from the walkway at the Gorner Gorge. If you want a unique engagement that your partner will never forget, you could propose at the centre of the Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge.
Badian, Philippines
Badian, in Cebu province, Philippines, has been hailed as a top proposal spot. Could you imagine getting down on one knee with the scenic Kawasan Falls in the background? If this sounds romantic to you, you could propose on a raft ride at the bottom of the falls. Just make sure you have someone to capture some great photos! For the best views in Bedian, take your partner trekking to Osmeña Peak. If you want an adventure, you could both go ziplining, kayaking, or snorkelling to see sea turtles and schools of fish. You could spend an afternoon lounging on Lambug beach, or cool off in the cold waters of Kansanto Spring. As far as accommodation goes, you can your partner have the options of a hotel, a beach resort, or treetop retreat.
Cappadocia, Turkey
Cappadocia is a picture-perfect engagement getaway. They say that the best sunset views in Cappadocia are at Lovers Hill, but there’s something to be said about a proposal at sunrise on a hot air balloon ride going over Love Valley. You and your loved one can enjoy a cup of traditional Turkish tea or coffee at any of Cappadocia’s cafes and eat dinner at a rooftop restaurant. There are many cave hotels for you to choose from and you can both have a soothing experience at a Turkish bath.
Bruges, Belgium
The best way to view this romantic city is by a horse drawn carriage ride, starting at Markt Square and taking you around the cobbled streets. Treat your true love to some Belgian chocolates from a chocolatier or take them to a romantic Belgian chocolate-making workshop. Popular proposal spots are the Boniface Bridge, in front of the fountain at Queen Astrid Park, and on Lover’s Bridge at the Minnewater (Lake of Love) with swans floating in the background.
If you want your trip to be truly special, think about all the things your partner loves and places they wish they could go to. You could even plan it as a surprise. To make sure your trip goes as planned, make sure you and your loved one are covered by Oasis travel insurance.
