A proposal is one of the most important and exciting events you'll experience in your life. There's a lot of pressure to get it just right - after all, it's a once-in-a-lifetime thing. If you're looking to maximize the romance angle, there are some fantastic places that let you do that.
Romantic proposals can happen anywhere, but you'll love how your special moment will really shine when you chose one of the romantic settings on this list. Whether you desire a cozy mountain, a stunning beach or somewhere in a beautiful city, there's something on this list for every couple.
Planning Your Proposal
Before you select the perfect spot for your proposal, there are some other things to consider as well. In today's social world, people find themselves with views of the best proposal ideas, but you should keep in mind that yours doesn't have to be the same as anyone else's.
Instead of stressing about one-upping the other couples you know or follow on Instagram or TikTok, think about your own relationship and use it to guide you into setting the scene for an unforgettable proposal for both of you. Consider this list and you're sure to find a place that matches your personality, desires and start your life together off on the right foot.
1. Central Park - New York City
This large park in Manhattan is an oasis in a big city that is a proposal spot for couples who want to recreate a movie scene, seeing as it stars in many romance movies. Whether you live in New York City or you plan to travel there to set the scene, Central Park is packed with romantic places for you to pop the question.
Try getting down on one knee in front of the Belvedere Castle, take a horse-drawn carriage ride or make the John Lennon Memorial the backdrop for the momentous occasion. The Bethesda Fountain or the Bow Bridge are other lovely spots within Central Park that make for a romantic spot to get engaged to the love of your life.
2. Empire State Building - New York
Even though not traditionally thought of as a great romantic city of the world, you probably won't be surprised to find that New York is filled with lovely settings for a marriage proposal. The Empire State Building is another iconic locale that you might consider as a backdrop. With its over 100 stories and strong connection to American history, it may speak to your relationship and personalities.
And of course, there have been loads of romantic encounters there, so it sets the stage for the perfect engagement between the two of you. Of course, you can drop to one knee in front of the Empire State Building, but you can really enhance the moment by proposing at the top, where the stunning views will help create an unforgettable moment for both of you. Choose an art deco engagement ring to really put the icing on the cake.
3. Eiffel Tower - Paris, France
If a romantic setting is the main goal for your marriage proposal, there's no better place than Paris, France. And the Eiffel Tower makes for a breathtaking proposal that you'll be talking about for years to come. Not only has the tower appeared in scores of romance movies, but it also evokes love, just because it's in Paris.
Of course, making your way to the top of the tower to propose offers breathtaking views of the city lights, but you can also pop the question, with a sparkling ring, in the nearby beautiful gardens, which removes some of the throngs of people and also gives you the Eiffel Tower as a backdrop in your engagement photos.
4. Glacier National Park - Montana
Nestled within Glacier National Park, you'll find hundreds of miles of trails, many of which are outstanding locations if you want to combine spectacular views with an intimate setting without a lot of people around.
In fact, you could find yourselves completely alone, which is great if you want the perfect proposal location for just the two of you. With the glorious scenery and the chance to enjoy hiking, bird watching or having a picnic, you'll love everything this place has to offer.
5. Guanajuato - Mexico
Unlike traditional images of Mexico, Guanajuato is found among the hills and is a colonial village with a lot of history on display, both in its architecture and its local residents. If you've ever seen the Disney movie, Coco, the rumor is that Guanajuato inspired the movie's City of the Dead.
If you want something different, but still romantic, you're going to find it here. That includes the scenery that epitomizes the magical moment, as well as the opportunity to take a romantic getaway together to commemorate the start of your engagement and subsequent marriage.
6. Cappadocia - Turkey
Whether it's unique architecture, chances to explore nature and the outdoors, or the food of Turkey, Cappadocia is a gorgeous choice for your proposal. There's the option to book a private hot air balloon ride that is a totally unique way to propose with the city carved out of tufa rock spread out below you.
Bring a bottle of wine and enjoy a ride over the amazing otherwordly landscape as you start planning a wedding with your significant other. Not only does this offer privacy for an intimate proposal, but it's also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that you simply can't pass up. A pear-shaped diamond ring is so right for this unusual and intriguing setting.
7. Santorini - Greece
The iconic white and blue buildings in the town of Oia on the Greek island of Santorini are reason enough to visit, but if you want a beach proposal that is a little different, this is the place to do it. If you aren't on one of the beautiful beaches on the shores of the Adriatic Sea, there are plenty of lovely places to get down on one knee.
The town boasts beautiful winding streets and lovely hilltop views that appeal to adventurous couples who don't want a proposal that looks like every other proposal on Instagram. After the big question, enjoy a delicious candlelit dinner and enjoy some of the mouthwatering cuisine that Greece has to offer.
8. Venice - Italy
What could be more romantic than an engagement in Venice, where the canals offer stunning views of the city and an intimate and unforgettable place to get engaged. Even though it's a hugely popular spot, when it comes to the perfect engagement photo shoot, there are plenty of opportunities in Venice that will leave people wondering if it's a real place. It's that beautiful. You can't beat the romance of a gondola boat ride, a stunning diamond engagement ring, and a bottle of champagne to seal the deal with the love of your life.
9. The Taj Mahal - India
The Taj Mahal has been around for centuries and is an embodiment of undying love that translates wonderfully to a proposal message. It's a tourist location so if you want some fanfare and excitement surrounding the event, this is a great place to do it. Such a grand place also demands a grand ring so really push the boat out with an absolute stunner.
The giant white marble building in Agra was commissioned by Shah Jahan to give honor to his wife, who died giving birth. It started as a testament to love and continues to be so as there are many romantic hotels in the area that give you a place to go to celebrate after the engagement is sealed.
10. Grand Canyon - Arizona
The largest canyon in the world makes for a memorable place to propose to your significant other. The sediment bands in a multitude of colors make for a lovely backdrop for your engagement photos and set the scene for a romantic memory.
There are many, many hiking trails, giving you the chance to enjoy nature until you find the perfect spot to get engaged. If you want something intimate, choose the North Rim, which is much less populated than the South Rim, which attracts more tourists. If you really want to pull out all of the stops for your engagement, you can book a helicopter ride from Las Vegas, which flies directly over the Grand Canyon.
11. Maui - Hawaii
The list wouldn't be complete without at least one place to pull out that engagement ring box near the ocean. With surf and sand as your backdrop, there's really no time that isn't the perfect moment to ask for her hand in marriage.
Maui claims to have the best beaches around the globe, giving you a memorable trip at the same time that you commit to spending the rest of your lives together. Of course, being in Hawaii means you can also hike to the top of a volcano to propose. And when you've sealed the deal, you can enjoy fresh seafood and an evening under the stars, and the palm trees.
12. Svalbard - Norway
If you're looking for proposal ideas for winter (for hardy souls), the Northern Lights provide the most spectacular backdrop. There are many places to see the aurora borealis but between November and February, you are almost guaranteed to see the sky dressed in a rainbow of colors at Svalbard.
The Svalbard archipelago between Norway and the North Pole is one of the world's most northerly inhabited places so a proposal here is an adventure all of its own. Wrap up warm and take a walk arm in arm under the stars to enjoy the wondrous light show. the colors will be reflected marvelously in the diamond ring you present.
Your perfect proposal may look different than social media tells you it should. Don't let that stop you from doing things your own way. Whether you both love the look and feel of a city skyline or you prefer something off the beaten path, there's something to be said for creating memories together by choosing a place that means the most to you. The United States is full of gorgeous views, but don't be afraid to explore the rest of the world as you seek the perfect location for your engagement.
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