Romantic Weekend in London
Have you decided on romance in London? Here are some suggestions.
Photo by Prad Patel
It’s a special anniversary and we decided to give ourselves a romantic weekend off in London. We want to find the most romantic spots in the most cosmopolitan city of Europe, but we don’t know where to start. We could really use some suggestions that would help us out. So, we started looking online until we found this article.
Let’s start off with a great way to see the entire London skyline, the London Eye, a gigantic Ferris wheel that stands imposingly on the banks of the Thames. If you’d like to see a fantastic sunset in a more reserved location, you could always go to the Tate Modern, the nearby modern art gallery, and go up to the top floor bar. You could have a drink, see some art, and enjoy the beautiful panorama with your partner safely behind the Tate’s windows.
Let it not be said that London’s a coldhearted city, detached from emotion and sentimentality. On Sunday afternoons the Columbia Road flower market blossoms, a truly romantic sight. You can get off at the Metro stops at Bethnal Green or Liverpool Street to discover the myriad perfumes and colours of the kiosks and bouquets, where vendors offer wonderful flowers that, while they won’t cost you an arm and a leg, will surely please your partner.
As Paris has its Bateaux that float down the Seine, the same happens with London’s Ferries on the Thames. A romantic dinner on one of these boats would certainly make for a special occasion, meanwhile giving you an unusual perspective of the city. Usually starting from the London Eye or Westminster, the ferries can be reserved in advance, or if money is tight, a simpler river tour can also do the trick.
For a delicious dinner enhanced by a romantic atmosphere, we suggest a candlelight dinner with the sweet tunes of a nearby piano. The Cafè du Marchè is just the thing, and better yet, it’s French! The impeccable service, gourmet meals, and attention to detail make for a delightful night under any circumstance. The restaurant is located in a small, private square in Smithfield near the Barbican Metro (22 Charterhouse Square, Charterhouse Mews, Smithfield).
Let’s start off with a great way to see the entire London skyline, the London Eye, a gigantic Ferris wheel that stands imposingly on the banks of the Thames. If you’d like to see a fantastic sunset in a more reserved location, you could always go to the Tate Modern, the nearby modern art gallery, and go up to the top floor bar. You could have a drink, see some art, and enjoy the beautiful panorama with your partner safely behind the Tate’s windows.
Let it not be said that London’s a coldhearted city, detached from emotion and sentimentality. On Sunday afternoons the Columbia Road flower market blossoms, a truly romantic sight. You can get off at the Metro stops at Bethnal Green or Liverpool Street to discover the myriad perfumes and colours of the kiosks and bouquets, where vendors offer wonderful flowers that, while they won’t cost you an arm and a leg, will surely please your partner.
As Paris has its Bateaux that float down the Seine, the same happens with London’s Ferries on the Thames. A romantic dinner on one of these boats would certainly make for a special occasion, meanwhile giving you an unusual perspective of the city. Usually starting from the London Eye or Westminster, the ferries can be reserved in advance, or if money is tight, a simpler river tour can also do the trick.
For a delicious dinner enhanced by a romantic atmosphere, we suggest a candlelight dinner with the sweet tunes of a nearby piano. The Cafè du Marchè is just the thing, and better yet, it’s French! The impeccable service, gourmet meals, and attention to detail make for a delightful night under any circumstance. The restaurant is located in a small, private square in Smithfield near the Barbican Metro (22 Charterhouse Square, Charterhouse Mews, Smithfield).
Don't miss the Queen’s Mary Roses Garden, home to the most beautiful roses in all of London
Photo by Moeko Munaretto
If you love pure romanticism without wanting to spoil it with dinners and river tours, you can experience the Hampstead Heat park, a symbolic break from chaotic city life. Once there, you need but choose which of the fine benches to sit on and take in the scenery, seeing London at its most intimate while spending sweet moments together. The same can be said about Hyde Park where, after renting a small boat, you can row into “The Serpentine” to find some intimate moments together.
If your idea of romanticism has already solidified into the life of a couple, then you’ve probably already tried the usual romantic tips we’ve given you. In this case, you might want to try something calmer such as the Chocolate Ecstasy Tour that’s held every Saturday in specialized shops in Mayfair and Chelsea. A guide will set your itinerary that will help you discover the best chocolate around as he describes the histories of the various shops.
There’s further romanticism to be found within the natural world, and Kew Garden, a few minutes away from the city center, is proof of that. You can immerse yourselves among the natural world here, a valid alternative to Regent Park during blooming season, the most beautiful flower garden in London known as “Queen’s Mary Roses Garden”.
If your relationship is based on adrenaline and adventure, then a cool thing to try would be the couples’ bungee jumping at the Lover’s Leap Tandem. You certainly won’t find much of a queue!
You’ll undoubtedly follow the same tracks as many lovers, wanting to see London’s skyline from as many different angle sas possible, so here’s a great idea: after visiting the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, lie on the field outside and just watch the stars. It’s definitely worth it afterwards to go to Gordon’s at 47 Villiers Street, which is the oldest bar in London with the same interior as it was over one hundred years ago. The perfect way to end the night in a splendidly intimate atmosphere.
If your idea of romanticism has already solidified into the life of a couple, then you’ve probably already tried the usual romantic tips we’ve given you. In this case, you might want to try something calmer such as the Chocolate Ecstasy Tour that’s held every Saturday in specialized shops in Mayfair and Chelsea. A guide will set your itinerary that will help you discover the best chocolate around as he describes the histories of the various shops.
There’s further romanticism to be found within the natural world, and Kew Garden, a few minutes away from the city center, is proof of that. You can immerse yourselves among the natural world here, a valid alternative to Regent Park during blooming season, the most beautiful flower garden in London known as “Queen’s Mary Roses Garden”.
If your relationship is based on adrenaline and adventure, then a cool thing to try would be the couples’ bungee jumping at the Lover’s Leap Tandem. You certainly won’t find much of a queue!
You’ll undoubtedly follow the same tracks as many lovers, wanting to see London’s skyline from as many different angle sas possible, so here’s a great idea: after visiting the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, lie on the field outside and just watch the stars. It’s definitely worth it afterwards to go to Gordon’s at 47 Villiers Street, which is the oldest bar in London with the same interior as it was over one hundred years ago. The perfect way to end the night in a splendidly intimate atmosphere.
Written by:
Aldo Galvagno
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Translation by:
Daniel Yeatman
