Valentines Day in New York City

Tips on Romantic Things to Do in Manhattan

Valentines Day in New York City can be magical and romantic and we offer so many romantic things to do like sipping cocktails in an igloo while looking at the skyline, champagne cruises around the harbor, romantic Broadway shows and much more. The iconic landmark, Empire State Building, has been the star of countless romantic movies and home to 14 weddings every year on V-Day.

Check out the Valentine’s Day in New York City Insider Guide to the best romantic hotel deals, restaurants, shows and attractions. Whether you are celebrating as a couple, family, or single there is something for everyone on Valentine’s Day in Manhattan. Please add your event to the New York City Valentine’s Day calendar.

Valentines Day in New York City – Romantic Hotels

Candles, flowers, massage oils, champagne, rose petals, erotica, kama sutra, love games and more romance can be found at hundreds of NYC Hotels. Some of our top Romantic NYC Hotels include:

• Sanctuary Hotel – "clean rooms, very sexy lighting – ideal for romantic get away” with an amazing rooftop
• Royalton – Suites with Fireplaces
• Library Hotel – Love, Erotica or Fairy Tales Rooms (photo)

Many top NYC Romantic and Sexy Hotels have special Valentines Day, honeymoon, anniversary and wedding packages…or they are great hotels anytime of the year if your agenda is romance and relaxation. Check out NYC Insider picks for top Romantic New York City Hotel Deals

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Valentine’s Day Champagne Cruise

February 14, 2024; 4:30 pm, 7:00 pm & 9:30pm

As you cruise on the romantic Yacht Manhattan II, during this Valentine’s Day Champagne Cruise, sip your bubbles, eat chocolate covered strawberries and take in all the beauty the lit-up NYC skyline has to offer. The cruise includes a 4-glass champagne tasting paired with cheeses, fruits, chocolates & other accoutrements.

More Info: Valentine’s Day Champagne Cruise

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Romantic NYC Experiences

Romantic Things to Do in NYC

There are tons of things to do on your romantic New York City vacation. Attractions open late with skyline views, Central Park Tours, VIP Experiences, a helicopter ride. Some of the most popular romantic ways to see NYC include:

See more romantic things to do at: Romantic New York City Vacation and Valentine's Day in NYC

Valetine’s Weekend Concerts and Shows

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Romantic Broadway Shows

Nothing like a good love story told or sung on the world’s most famous stages on the Great White Way. Some top romantic picks include:

Celebrities on Broadway

• McNeal – Robert Downey Jr. (Sept 5-Nov 4, 2024)
• Our Town – Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes & Zoey Deutch (Sept 17 2024 – Jan 19, 2025)
• Left on Tenth – Julianna Margulies & Peter Gallagher (Sept 26 2024 – Open Run)
• Redwood – Idina Menzel (Jan 24, 2025 – Open Run)
• Good Night, and Good Luck – George Clooney (Spring 2025)
• Othello – Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal (Spring 2025)
• All In: Comedy About Love – John Mulaney (Dec 11, 2024-January 12, 2025) w Renée Elise Goldsberry (December 11-30). Lin-Manuel Miranda (Jan 14- Feb 16, 2025) w Andrew Rannells (January 14-26), Jimmy Fallon (January 28-February 2) ++
• Audra McDonald will take on the legendary role of Rose in Gypsy this fall.
• Scherzinger will bring her acclaimed performance as Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard to Broadway this fall.

See More: List of Broadway Shows and How to See Celebrities in NYC

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See the New York City Skyline

If I had to pick my #1 favorite thing to do in NYC at night, it would be anything with a skyline view. Whether you take it in from a rooftop, boat tour, bus tour, dinner cruise, top of a skyscraper or your friend's apartment...you MUST see our skyline twinkle, sparkle and wink right at you. Some of the top ways to see the NYC Skyline:

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Romantic New York City Lights Tours

See our beautiful Skyline from all angles – in any weather!

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Cocktail in an Igloo on a Rooftop!

230Fifth is one of our most amazing rooftops and from November to May, they offer heated igloos for you to cozy up in while being treated to a nightly light show, perfect views of the Empire State Building and complimentary red robes if you get chilly. Reservations at: 230 Fifth Igloo Bar.

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Cool Outdoor Dining Igloos, Pods, Cabins & Space Bubbles

Cafe du Soleil – on the UWS, Cafe du Soleil has installed "Outside Bubble Tables," where you can enjoy French cuisine

Lafayette – indulge in a "heated snow chalet" in NoHo on Lafayette & Great Jones at their "Le Village de Lafayette" and enjoy dishes like fondue or black truffle ham & brie croissants.

Closed in 2024: Eat in a Cabin @ The Greens – downtown by the South Street Seaport, at The Rooftop at Pier 17, reserve your indoor/outdoor glass cabin in their outdoor dining concept, The Greens, and order up some winter dishes and cocktails in your private, plexiglass cabin, allowing for unobstructed skyline views (photo).

Museum of Sex NYC

Visitors must be 18 years of age or older to enter the museum and 21 to consume alcohol onsite. Admission is included with the New York Pass and a choice on the New York Explorer Pass, though this does not include their special Valentine’s Day packages, sold directly at museumofsex.com

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Valentines Day in New York City – Ice Skating

For tourists and locals alike, ice skating at Central Park, Rockefeller Center and Bryant Park is a classic New York romantic experience. All three major rinks are open on Valentines Day, as are most of the restaurants surrounding them.

The Rockefeller Center Ice Rink even offers a special Engagement on Ice package, including exclusive ice time, your favorite song playing (you supply the music) and Champagne toast.

Check details for Ice Skating in New York City, including rates and dates plus NYC Insider Tips for discounts and coupons.

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New York City Gift Ideas

There are so many fantastic New York City Gift Ideas that will bring a smile to anyone who lives here, is moving to NYC or is just visiting for a few days. You can treat your loved ones of any age to almost anything in NYC, like foodie gift cards, Broadway gift cards, or a special experience as a gift for someone visiting New York.

See All: New York City Gift Ideas

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New York City Nightlife

How do you make the most of your time in the city that never sleeps?? Some of the best 'only in NYC' nightlife experiences include skyline views, dinner cruises, Museums and attractions open late til 2am, rooftops, night tours, comedy clubs and more. Some of our top NYC Nightlife picks:

See all our Top Picks: New York City Nightlife

Romantic New York City Helicopter Tours

Romance and cold weather make the perfect combination to take to the Manhattan skies for a spectacular aerial view of Manhattan on one of our many NYC Helicopter Tours. I LOVED my tour…check out some of my photos and review at New York City Helicopter Tour.

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Valentines Day in New York City – Romantic Dinner

Rose petals and waterfalls with your own private secluded booth? Here’s a start on Romantic Restaurants and Valentines Day Dinner, with much more Coming Soon. And don’t forget to check online reservations for Valentine’s Day Dinner in NYC at OpenTable.

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Valentines Day in NYC – Empire State Building

Looking to propose at the Empire State Building? They recommend proposing when the saxophonist is on the 86th floor Observatory deck (Thursdays-Saturdays, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.) and to request your special song to help set the mood while overlooking the romantic city lights. Afterwards, celebrate with a champagne toast at The Empire Room, located in the building on the main level on 33rd Street.

Already engaged? Valentine’s Day is the only day of the year that the ESB hosts weddings. Enter the "Love Above All" contest by submitting Your Love Story to Win a Dream Wedding Atop the Empire State Building on Valentine’s Day.

Photo Above: Whitney Edwards(L) and Tim Randall (R) are married on Valentine’s Day at the Empire State Building on February 14, 2008 in New York. The annual Valentine’s Day wedding event at the Empire State Building had 13 couples exchanging vows in a temporary chapel on the 32nd Floor. The couples were selected from a nationwide contest conducted by Brides.com and the Empire State Building. Photo credit: STAN HONDA/AFP/Getty Images.

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Bar Sixty Five @ The Rainbow Room

Bar Sixty Five @ The Rainbow Room – Rainbow Room’ wants you to feel extra special during the most romantic time of the year. Bar Sixty Five is a fantastic cocktail spot tucked into the Rainbow Room’s window-lined Gallery Bar. Be seduced by cheeky classic cocktails made famous by this “Hallmark holiday,” while savoring love-infused specials.

Valentines Day at Bar SixtyFive – offering a special three-course prix fixe dinner menu with drink pairings available. Make it a romantic night your date won’t forget.

More Info: rainbowroom.com

New York’s Singles Anti-Valentines Day Party

There are dozens of anti-valentines parties in NYC, so join the fun with the hundreds of New Yorkers looking to eat, drink, network and mingle the night away!

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Valentines Day – Romantic Dinner

Carlyle Restaurant

Spend an enchanted evening with that special someone this Valentine’s Day in The Carlyle Restaurant. Enjoy a delicious three-course menu specially prepared by Executive Chef James Sakatos while sipping on a complimentary glass of rose champagne. $185 per person excluding tax and gratuity.

A long-time favorite among prominent eastside neighbors and socialites, The Carlyle Restaurant, designed in the English manor house style by the late Mark Hampton, marries luxury with intimacy.

Dream Downtown

Dream Downtown – (Prior Year Info) adorned with 15,000 roses, the Winter Rose Garden is the ultimate romantic destination for Valentine’s Day, as guests can order from a menu of thematic rose cocktails and light bites. Room reservations are separate, but but both locals and hotel guests can select one of the following romantic packages:

Lovers Night Cap Package – Feb 14, 9-11pm. Reserved table for two covered in rose petals, one bottle of Moet Champagne and one bottle of Moet Rosè Champagne served from a gold bucket with red and pink ice cubes and a special Valentine’s Day themed dessert.

Bloom in Rosè Package – Feb 13 & 14. Reserved table for two covered in pink rose petals, two bottles of Moet Rosè served in a gold bucket with pink and purple flower ice cubes, and a Valentine’s Day-themed dessert.

• Winter Rose Garden Reservations: $500 per package, [email protected]
• Discount Rates: Dream Downtown
• 355 West 16th Street, More: Chelsea Hotels

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