So you’ve finally found ‘the one’ and feel ready to settle down? Well, the next step seems fairly obvious, but there is actually a lot to consider when you finally decide to pop the question. It’s one of the biggest and most pivotal moments of any couples’ relationship and one of the toughest decisions of all is deciding when, where, and how to propose. We can’t answer all those questions for you but the following list of ’10 of the most romantic places to propose’ should at least give you some great location ideas. The only thing to worry about now is whether they’ll say ‘yes!’
Eilean Donan Castle. Scotland
Scotland has some of the most rugged and beautiful landscape on the planet and nowhere is this more prominent than at Eilean Donan Castle, in the Kyle of Lochalsh in the Highlands. The castle dates all the way back to the 13th Century and provides the perfect location to get down on one knee and pop the question. If the beautiful castle wasn’t romantic enough, Eileen Donan is also surrounded by the crystal clear waters of Lochalsh, with the Highland mountains as a stunning backdrop. The castle is even lit up at night, providing the perfect mood-lighting to propose by!
Horse and Carriage Ride through Paris. France
There’s a reason that Paris is known as ‘The City of Love’ and it is the ideal location to propose to a loved one. The city is full of romantic restaurants and cosy cafes but one of the best and most romantic ways to see all the sights is to book a horse and carriage ride. The journey will take you through the streets of the capital, passed the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysees, Arc De Triomphe and many more of Paris’ most famous locales. Once you and your partner are snuggled up in the carriage, the charms of the French capital are bound to work their magic and give you the perfect opportunity to pop the question.
Fjaerland Valley. Norway
If you and your partner are lovers of nature and the great outdoors, then there is no better place to pop the question than Fjaerland Valley in Norway. The stunning Fjord is like something out of a storybook and the lush green hills and breathtaking mountain scenery will make you want to explore every inch of this natural paradise. What better way to propose than going on a beautiful walk, followed by a boat ride across the crystal clear waters of the lake, before taking a deep breath and asking the biggest question of all.
The Location of Your First Date
If you’re working to a tight budget, you may not be able to afford to whisk your partner off for a romantic getaway for two. One of the simplest and sweetest ways to propose is to recreate your very first date. Whether you had a romantic meal for two at your favourite restaurant or went for a walk along the beach, recreating your first date is a great way to remind each other just how important your relationship is. Once the reminiscing is over and romance is in the air, you can wait for the perfect moment before getting down on one knee and asking the big question.
A Gondola Ride through Venice. Italy
Venice is known as one of the most romantic locations on earth. The beautiful Italian city is renowned for its stunning lagoon, incredible architecture and rich history of artwork. If you’re looking for the perfect location to whisk your partner away and propose, then you’d struggle to find a more fitting destination. A gondola ride through the ancient waterways of Venice is not only incredibly romantic but it also takes you away from the bustling crowds and gives you the perfect opportunity to get down on one knee and propose.
The Vienna Schmetterlinghaus. Austria
Vienna is one of the most breathtaking cities in Europe and is home to stunning architecture and urban beauty, including castles, gardens and parks. One of the hidden gems of the Austrian capital is the Schmetterlinghaus or ‘butterfly house.’ The building acts as a giant greenhouse and is home to tropical palm trees, waterfalls and, best of all, hundreds of butterflies that are freely flying around the building. What better way to propose than being with trickling waterfalls in the background and beautiful butterflies overhead!
Royal Botanic Gardens. Sydney, Australia
Sydney is one of the best city-break destinations in the world, with beautiful beaches, a vibrant nightlife and hundreds of different sights to see. It is also an incredibly romantic city, particularly the stunning area around the harbour. One of the best views of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House can be seen from the Royal Botanical Gardens. This breathtaking view is sure to bring out the romantic in anyone and is the prefect place to pop the question.
The Seychelles
If you want to pamper and spoil your partner before popping the question, then the Seychelles is the ultimate destination. The tropical paradise is home to a number of private resorts and beaches, making it the perfect place for a couple to feel like they’re on their own private island. The crystal clear waters, breathtaking beaches and lush green rainforests set the romantic mood for you, leaving you free to plan the perfect moment to get down on one knee.
Stratford Upon Avon. England
Stratford Upon Avon may not be the most exotic destination on this list but it is certainly one of the most romantic. With its beautiful historic town centre and thatched cottages, it feels like stepping back in time. It is also the birthplace of a certain William Shakespeare and is home to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Why not treat your partner to a show, before retiring to the comfort of a cosy open fire in a thatched cottage; if that doesn’t set the perfect mood for a proposal, nothing will.
Kyoto. Japan
Visiting the city of Kyoto at any time of the year is an incredibly romantic experience, but this is enhanced even further in the spring, when the cherry blossom blooms on the trees and transforms the city’s streets into a sea of white and pink. The Japanese city is also home to Buddhist temples, magnificent gardens and breathtaking palaces, making it the ideal location for couples in love. If strolling hand-in-hand around ancient temples and through parks filled with cherry blossom doesn’t inspire you to propose, nothing will.
