Take a stroll through Forest Park, and be sure to visit Emerson Grand Basin and Art Hill while you're there. Emerson Grand Basin was the central piece at the 1904 World's Fair, and currently contains eight magnificent fountains. Art Hill, a natural amphitheatre, is the perfect place for a picnic for two during the warmer months and the perfect place to go sledding when it snows.
Stop by Bailey's Chocolate Bar in St. Louis's Lafayette Square for a pleasant end to your evening. Bailey's specializes in dessert and drinks-and everything chocolate! Named Favorite Cocktails and Favorite Dessert List by Sauce Magazine, this bar offers every after meal item your heart could desire. Choose from a variety of brownies, cakes, cheesecakes, sundaes and créme brulees. Be sure to try their famous chocolate martinis!
Find every type of romantic venue in Lumiére Place. The views of downtown St. Louis and the riverfront are spectacular. Enjoy a romantic dinner at an upscale restaurant, watch a live theater performance or relax in a lounge while you listen to live music.
Contact a reservation specialist to arrange an unforgettable romantic weekend at the Ritz-Carlton in St. Louis. Sip champagne on a private balcony. Savor a delectable gourmet dish followed by tuxedo strawberries. Relax at the spa, in the whirlpool or sauna, or with a massage. Have a butler draw a luxurious bath with your choice of bubbles and oils. End your day by coming back to a rose petal turned down bed. It will prove to be the ultimate romantic getaway.
Ride down the Mississippi River on a romantic riverboat cruise. The Skyline Dinner Cruise offered at the Gateway Arch Riverfront includes an upscale dinner served to live jazz music, with the sunset and starry night sky creating a lovely background. You can also request a bottle of wine or champagne or hors d'oeuvres to be served with your meal.
Take a romantic tour of downtown St. Louis in a horse-drawn carriage. The St. Louis Carriage Company has been in business since 1984 and offers a variety of different routes. Rides typically last 30-45 minutes, and carriage drivers can offer a narrated tour of the city.