The Most Romantic Chicago Spots

Sure, wining and dining your date might be romantic, but sometimes you have to take it out of the box to really make an impression. Here are 7 simple and surefire spots to take your passion to the next level.

Navy Pier Ferris Wheel

via Flickr user Anh Dinh

This is an especially lovely spot for a new couple. This is your chance to be alone with an incredible backdrop. Wait till the Ferris wheel reaches its peak for a first kiss or to tell someone you love them.

Buckingham Fountain

via Flickr user Tony Hisgett

This spot is always gorgeous, but we recommend coming at night after a special dinner to enjoy the light show that happens every 20 minutes. Bonus: it’s completely free.

Carriage Ride

via Flickr user Photographer

Cozying up on a carriage ride around downtown Chicago can feel like a fairytale, especially around Christmastime.

Museum Campus

via Flickr user Kevin Zolkiewicz

Get in some quality hand holding time and let the hustle and bustle of the city fade away. When you’re walking around Museum Campus it can almost seem like you’re not in Chicago anymore. Earn some bonus points by packing a picnic!

Chicago Boat Cruise

via Flickr user elleau

There’s nothing like the breeze of the lake and the city passing by to create a truly romantic ambiance. Enjoy it during the day for a more casual date, or book a dinner cruise for a really special occasion. Either way, you have to reenact that scene from Titanic.

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Jazz at Green Mill

via Flickr user viewminder

Sip on classics cocktails and enjoy the casual elegance of the lounge. Listen to the saxophonists, pianists, and bassists while snuggling up to your date, and maybe even get in a slow dance.

Book a Staycation at Villa D’Citta B&B

You’ll be able to see the sunset from your private porch with panoramic views, cozy up by the fireplace, and relax in the whirlpool bath or sauna. Each morning you’ll get to indulge in a vast spread of breakfast foods, or get something made-to-order. After that, go for a couples’ treatment in the spa, or lounge on Villa D’Citta’s romantic grotto.