With breathtaking scenic beauty and a stylish cosmopolitan culture, Seattle rivals Europe. Even in the department of love! This Valentine’s, pick one from the list and surprise your date. There are a million romantic things to do in Seattle. You just have to know where to look ! Sit back and relish the read. But grab a cuppa first, because Seattle is best enjoyed with a latte in hand !

1. *Sky City Revolving Restaurant: [ update: Sky City is now Closed permanently]

Stunning unrivaled views of Seattle all around, but you can’t take eyes off your sweetheart ? I get you ! Indulge in a decadent evening with your special one, at the revolving restaurant, located on top of Space Needle. If you love a glittering city as much as we do , then this is your place ! One of the best Valentine Day ideas in Seattle. 

Sky City is one of the most elegant restaurants in Seattle. Its iconic and grand. Dinner  here is a great way to spend an intimate evening- Valentine’s day or your anniversary.

The atmosphere is unbeatable. Amazing collection of wines, from local and international vineyards impress you. They had a very talented pianist every time we visited, who set the mood right. Casual, spirited and romantic.

As the whole restaurant revolves ever so gently, every frame reveals breathtaking panoramic views of the city. No matter where you are seated, you get perfect 360 degree views of Seattle, sparkling just beyond the edge of your table. Don’t worry , you wont feel dizzy – at least not from the revolving. Your partner, however may have that effect on you 😉

Now the main question. Is it expensive? Yes. The place will put a slight dent in your pocket. But having said that, we celebrated special occasions here and it totally justified the prices.

The location and atmosphere is opulent, making it a perfect place to spend that remarkable evening. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Perhaps because we ordered wisely – mostly seafood. I realized seafood is their forte. Fresh from the Puget Sound, the fillet of fish was succulent and the crab cakes were scrumptious.

2. Cheer with the Cherry Blossoms:

Who says you have to fly half way across the globe to enjoy these gorgeous blossoms ?

Every Spring, Seattle breaks the spell of a grey winter and dazzles us with delicate pink blossoms. The tiny buds usually start emerging in February making it a perfect Valentine’s day idea for lovebirds in Seattle.

Those looking for romantic things to do in Seattle, head over to University of Washington. Every Spring UW has a cherry blossom festival. Of course, the blooms depend on how cold the winter has been. Catch these elusive pink flowers before they vanish. Its a poem written in petals.

3. Frans Chocolate:

Nothing whispers romance more than chocolate. Oooh.. make that Truffles, nuts and crisps too! Frans is a family owned boutique store having the most voluptuous hand crafted salted caramel chocolates ever.

Head over to Frans for an absolutely sinful day of chocolate. Bring home their chocolate bites to make a perfect ganache for decadent cakes! If you think chocolate sparks desire, then wait till you find out the aphrodisiac properties of baking together ; )

4. Staycation in the city

I never knew staycations could be this romantic and relaxing until we experienced it recently! Pick from the wide variety of upscale hotels,  luxurious casinos or quaint B&Bs scattered across Seattle and around.

5. Sunset in Kerry Park:

Seattle’s most seductive evenings can be sealed with a kiss at Kerry Park. Enjoy periwinkle sunsets while admiring natural and structural icons of Seattle – Mt.Rainier & Space Needle. Or Soak up Seattle’s Sexy Skyline on a late night drive.

6. Surprise at Pike Place

Ice Creams are so passé. Surprise your love to velvety yogurt from Ellenos at Pike Place Market. But first things first! Buy some  flowers at the farmer’s market in Pike Place!

7. Travel Around the World in 80 Plates:

Relish diverse cuisine in romantic restaurants of Seattle. Belltown is a chic and youthful neighborhood of Seattle filled with speciality restaurants. And they don’t burn a hole in your pockets. Where would you like to take your date tonight – France? Vietnam? Japan? Morocco? Italy?

Our readers know how much we loved our meals in Italy. If we crave authentic Mediterranean  cuisine we head to :

1. Lola

2. Bambino

After having a superb time in Morocco, we often head out to these restaurants serving a range of Middle eastern, African and Arabic cuisines.

1. Mamnoon Street

2. Petra

3. Sarajevo

We absolutely adore Japanese cuisine. Our top picks:

1.Wasabi

2. Shiro’s

You  can watch the sushi being prepared right in front your eyes. The atmosphere is candle lit, contemporary and chic.

For American and French cuisine:

1.Dahlia Lounge

2. Tilikum Place Cafe

The restaurants in Belltown are filled with effervescence. Every weekend they vye for your attention. Live music spills out of these romantic restaurants and  allures you with delicious drinks, unique atmosphere and unbeatable menu.

8. Snug Cabins in the mountains:

Take advantage of the stunning natural beauty that surrounds Seattle. This city  is blessed with Some of the world’s most beautiful mountain scenery. Cozy cottages and snug cabins are the best places to warm each other up.  I mean by sipping hot chocolate by the fireplace 🙂

Leavenworth and Ashford are the two most romantic places near Seattle. They are the perfect destination to spend Valentines Day with no one to disturb.

9. Romantic things to do in Seattle – island getaways :

Escape the demands of your life and slip away to a romantic island. Seattle is surrounded by pretty islands, each more seductive than the other. Our favorite island getaway near Seattle is San Juan.

Devour crisp food from these green islands and blue bays. San Juan and Orcas islands are renowned for their garden fresh cuisine. Slurp oysters or relish icecreams and jams made with locally-grown and freshly-picked fruits.

10. Romance in Seattle’s Walk of Fame:

Walk along the most romantic spots of Seattle. Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks’ blockbuster ‘Sleepless in Seattle’, captured millions of hearts worldwide with its lovable simplicity.

One of the most romantic things to do in Seattle is retracing iconic landmarks as featured in this adorable movie. Our top picks from the movie are floating houses by Lake Union, having clams at Athena restaurant and strolling by Alki beach promenade.

You can also check out filming locations of other famous movies shot in Seattle , like 50 shades of Grey. That is, If you are not too tied up 😉

Lake Union is a beautiful freshwater lake in the heart of Seattle. Enjoy the slow life and savor a sunset at the shores of this lake. Watch sailboats glide peacefully and cozy up to your love on chilly Valentine’s day.

Hope you enjoyed reading this article as much as I enjoyed crafting it ! Check out what else Seattle has in store for you !

All the above opinions and recommendations are from our personal experience. None of the content is sponsored!