Enjoy a romantic, elegant dining experience at Forepaugh’s. Built in an old three-story Victorian mansion, this restaurant offers an intimate setting where you can stop by for a wine tasting in the downstairs basement or sit down at the two other levels where you can dine among crystal chandeliers and rare antiques.
Use the luscious Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s gardens and galleries as the romantic background for your date. This conservatory contains an abundance of artfully arranged botanical life as well as sculptures and beautiful architectural features. Stroll through the Japanese Garden or be awe-struck in the Enchanted Garden, filled with butterflies.
Whether you are looking for a wedding venue, the right spot to propose or just looking for a romantic first date, head over to Rice Park. The tranquil fountain and lovely landscaping create a peaceful, lovely mood—and is even more romantic in the evening or at night. Take a walk along the pathways or have a seat on one of the benches.
Spend your night at the city’s most luxurious hotel. The Saint Paul Hotel offers 254 beautifully decorated rooms, including 31 luxury hotel suites, and offers a romantic getaway in its classically designed building. Order a bottle of champagne or delicious food and wine to enjoy in your room, or leave your room for events held in the rest of the hotel.
Scale the walls at Vertical Endeavors, one of the largest indoor rock climbing facilities in the world! Climb over 18,200-square-feet of surface, including a severely overhanging arches and bouldering caves, and over 60 separate ropes and 15 Auto Belays for hundreds of additional climbing routes. Take indoor or outdoor lessons at this full-service, recreational climbing facility.