Valentine’s day is quite the buzz practically anywhere in the world and even more in New York City and there abound many Valentine’s day ideas in NYC. Between all of the attractions and magical experiences available in the city, it can be tough to decide on which things to do on valentine’s day in NYC. Before the legendary Val’s day pressure mounts, we’re helping out by supplying you with a list of romantic things to do in NYC on Valentine’s day.
- Romantic Pedicab Tour in Central Park
We can’t think of a better day to take a tour of Central Park than February 14. One of the most romantic ways to enjoy the experience is by taking one of the park’s amazing pedicab tours. These three-wheeler carriages (or bicycle-pulled rickshaws) comfortably take two people. They offer the most relaxing, comfortable, and slow-paced option to experiencing the central park with the help of seasoned drivers, who also are experienced tour guides. They are knowledgeable about all the best locations and most sought-out attractions.
Going at an easy pace, pedicab tours allow you to fully take in the environment, engage and interact with it, providing a truly captivating experience. Another highlight of this tour is that this mode of transportation can go anywhere. The pedicabs are small, so they are allowed on pedestrian walks, bike lanes, and can slip through traffic easily. What better way to experience a seamless valentine’s date?
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- Enjoy a Romantic Dinner
This is a favorite Valentine’s day date idea that can either be the extra special end to a full day of planned activities or the main event itself.
A Val’s day dinner has always been and is still one of the most romantic date ideas New York City has to offer. From bistros to rooftop dinners and fine dining restaurants and unconventional dining choices that are available to be discovered, NYC is filled with amazing destinations and romantic restaurants.
Exploring new food places can be a great way to enjoy the day, and there’s always the option of making a reservation at your favorite restaurant. Whatever choice you make, we’d advise making reservations early enough to avoid being pressed for time. However, spontaneity is still a very available and very romantic option, and because we support it wholeheartedly, we advise trying out restaurants and food places that are situated away from tourist attraction sites and much less likely to avoid overcrowding.
Another great way to enjoy valentine’s dinner is a romantic picnic under the stars. Think chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne out on the grass or rooftop- there’s just so much to try!
- Visit a Broadway Show
Broadway shows are always amazing at any time of the year, but it is sure to be an entirely romantic affair with special Valentine shows lined up for theater-loving couples.
If you’re a lover of the theatre arts, plays, and musicals (or you’re looking for a fantastic adventure and willing to try), go Broadway. Broadway hosts some of the best, most timeless forms of entertainment in the world, specially curated here in New York, catering to an audience of millions yearly from all around the globe. A special way to spend the day with your valentine, I’m sure you would agree.
- Visit Industry City
Industry City, also known as “bush terminal” boasts of one of the most memorable food, and shopping experiences in New York and would be a perfect haunt for Valentine’s day outdoors.
Hosting a food court with a wide range of menu options, shopping, and sitting spaces the historic business park turned artist hob and food hotspot has something for all kinds of people. You can go there for a relaxed, quiet, introverted date or an engaging, all-in, immersive day out with the one you love. Either way, you’re sure to have fun.
- Get Hitched in Times Square
Perhaps you’re planning to propose on Valentine’s Day, or maybe it is just now a thought that you’re considering and would be open to, we’re happy for you! If you and your beloved are lovers of grand gestures, well there’s none grander than Times Square!
Times Square offers the opportunity to couples to send in written submissions for a Times Square proposal. These couples stand a chance to be selected to display their love on one of the digital screens at this legendary location. We can think of no grander way to begin your love journey with a Valentine proposal. You can find out more about Times Square proposals here.
And even crazier, it is actually possible to get married in Times Square, one of the most iconic locations in the world! Hold your wedding ceremony on the day of love at the place known as the crossroads of the world- absolutely romantic. What’s more? It has been done before, and multiple weddings were held last valentine’s day in Times Square.
- ‘Moonstruck’ Viewing at Parklife
Movies, romance, and food- make reservations to catch this classic romantic 1987 movie at the Parklife outdoor cinema in Brooklyn. A meal under the open skies on a valentine’s day evening with a valentine’s classic playing on the big screen in front of your eyes as you hold hands with the one you love… utterly amazing.
- Valentine’s Day Mini Photo Shoot
Record your valentine memories with your significant other in 15-20 minute photoshoots available at famous sites all around NYC, including Times Square and Central Park. You can be spontaneous and fun with it, striking poses at aesthetic locations nearby, even be cute and wear matching outfits. Get pictures to store in heart-shaped frames, have fun creating and freezing memories this valentine’s day.
- Valentine’s Day Champagne Cruise
Everyone loves a good boat cruise and there’s hardly anyone who wouldn’t enjoy great champagne, and so having the two together? Nothing short of an amazing idea. Enjoy a romantic cruise over the waters of New York City while tasting some of the most wonderful champagne available, accompanied by a fine selection of cheeses. Engage in beautiful, relaxed conversation with your significant other, drifting calmly over blue water and under blue skies. You could even try a special Valentine’s day dinner cruise. What a fine way to enjoy valentine’s day.
- Catch a Comedy Show as a Couple
Last on our list of things to do on valentine’s day in NYC is to catch a comedy show together. Laughter is a great way to anybody’s heart and thankfully, valentine’s day comedy specials are a thing. Order tickets to see your favorite person’s favorite show and spend quality time howling and laughing together. Who doesn’t love a partner with a good, healthy sense of humor?
Surely, with all our advice, your next valentine’s day is about to become the best yet! Valentine’s day is one day that you can afford to go all out, after all, is anything more worth all of that effort than love? Hopefully, you’ve found our article a sufficiently helpful guide to romantic ideas on things to do on Valentine’s day in NYC.
