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Romantic Things to Do Around the World: The 15 Best

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From a love-lock city game to a private yacht at sunset, the 15 below are the romantic experiences worth planning a trip around, priced and timed, with the whole catalogue underneath.

Romantic Venice: 30 Minute Gondola Ride with Serenade - Meeting at Santa Maria del Giglio
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Romantic Venice: 30 Minute Gondola Ride with Serenade

1.Romantic Venice: 30 Minute Gondola Ride with Serenade

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 2,742 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66Our pick

Meet at Santa Maria del Giglio for a shared gondola ride through Venice’s Grand Canal and smaller canals. A singer performs from one boat in the flotilla, not necessarily yours. You’ll pass the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Accademia Bridge, and Santa Maria della Salute. The ride lasts about 30 minutes and returns to the starting pier.

“Difficult locating the sail point but local guide assisted. Day was perfect and ride was a memorable experience as we drifted along the area children ran to wave and tourist snapped pictures perfect beginning to a perfect evening with sing along and additional music.”

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Paris: Romantic Cruise with 3-course Dinner on Seine River - From Île aux Cygnes to the Eiffel Tower
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Paris: Romantic Cruise with 3-course Dinner on Seine River

2.Paris: Romantic Cruise with 3-course Dinner on Seine River

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,295 reviews · 2 hours · from $94

Spend two hours aboard the glass-enclosed Capitaine Fracasse, enjoying a three-course French dinner while Paris landmarks glide past. You will pass the Eiffel Tower, Musée d'Orsay, Louvre, Notre Dame, and Bercy, with terrace access for photos. Drinks cost extra, and seating depends on the option booked.

“excellent all round. boarding was quick and straightforward. lively calm atmosphere on board with romantic music. menu choices were delicious and loved that they were authentically French. all staff were very helpful, friendly and attentive. boat glided through Paris and was a nice slow speed that you could really appreciate the place and architecture. would highly recommend”

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Dubrovnik: Romantic Sunset Cruise & Cave Visit with a Local - Seeing the walls from water level
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Dubrovnik: Romantic Sunset Cruise & Cave Visit with a Local

3.Dubrovnik: Romantic Sunset Cruise & Cave Visit with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 611 reviews · 1 hour · from $23Best value

Board at Dubrovnik’s Old Town port for a one-hour shared sunset cruise with an English-speaking skipper. You’ll see the city walls, Lokrum Island, coastal caves, and sunset views from the water. Guides such as Neno, Nemo, Anton, and Antun are known for local stories and helping passengers get good photos.

“A great way to see a different side to Dubrovnik. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared a lot about the local sights including a restaurant recommendation for some delicious local food which we headed to straight after! A lovely evening with a gorgeous sunset to end our time in Dubrovnik, highly recommend!”

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Romantic Sunrise Balloon Tour in Majorca - What happens before takeoff
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Romantic Sunrise Balloon Tour in Majorca

4.Romantic Sunrise Balloon Tour in Majorca

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 466 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $229Top rated

Meet near Manacor for an early hot-air balloon flight over Mallorca. The pilot handles the route while you watch the sunrise, villages, fields, and possibly Cabrera and Menorca. Flights carry up to 14 people per basket, with the full outing lasting about three to four hours. Breakfast is optional from May to October, and the exact start time arrives by WhatsApp the day before.

“The staff were incredibly friendly and efficient. They worked hard to get 4 balloons launched but at the same time made sure we all knew what to expect and to remain safe. Flight was beautiful, peaceful and very enjoyable. We came in for a very nice landing. What a great morning!”

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Santorini: Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner - The Greek buffet: useful, filling, and not the main reason to go
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Santorini: Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner

5.Santorini: Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 457 reviews · 1 day · from $76

Take a shared bus to Athinios Port, board the King Thiras, and cruise beneath Santorini’s caldera with English and Greek commentary. You’ll receive a welcome drink, enjoy a Greek buffet, and stop for sunset photographs before returning by bus. Bring a jacket, confirm your pickup email, and carry cash for the bar.

“Great cruise seeing Santorini from the water. The food was very good as well.”

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Private Romantic Dinner on the Nile - Two hours on the Nile at sunset
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Private Romantic Dinner on the Nile

6.Private Romantic Dinner on the Nile

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 430 reviews · from $40

You’ll leave your Cairo hotel with a private driver, meet the felucca crew near downtown, and spend about two hours on the Nile at sunset or another requested time. Expect dinner, breakfast, or lunch, tea, water, music, photos, and optional balloons or cake. Hosts such as Mido, Mohamed, Marwa, and Hazim are noted for warm service.

“Mido,notre accompagnateur était très gentil et au petit soin. Nous avons pu déguster un bon repas au fil de l'eau et au coucher du soleil...le paradis.🥰🥰🥰”

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Mr Sanchos Romantic Day Beach Pass for Two - Your cabana is the real upgrade
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Mr Sanchos Romantic Day Beach Pass for Two

7.Mr Sanchos Romantic Day Beach Pass for Two

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · 1 to 9 hours (approx.)

Spend up to eight hours at Mr. Sanchos Beach Club with a private curtained cabana, two 30-minute relaxing massages, unlimited food and drinks, a rose, locker, and ocean kayak. You arrange your own taxi from the cruise pier. The club can get busy, so arrive early if you want a quieter start.

“Excellent and relaxing experience. Very clean. Wait staff very attentive. Massage was professional. Highly recommend”

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Paris Private Romantic Horse & Carriage Ride - Meeting beside the Eiffel Tower
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Paris Private Romantic Horse & Carriage Ride

8.Paris Private Romantic Horse & Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 414 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $169

Meet Philippe and his horse beside the Eiffel Tower for a private one-hour carriage ride through central Paris. You will pass Pont Alexandre III, the Champs-Elysées, Avenue Montaigne, and other grand avenues. Choose an extended ride or Champagne upgrade, with blankets in winter and a rain cover when needed.

“This was the most magical and romantic way to explore Paris. 100% would do this again. The carriage driver was so professional and informative. He took the most incredible photos using our phone in front of some picture perfect spots. I messaged him before hand to confirm meeting point and he provided a clearer description of the meet up point and arrived 10 minutes early. I proposed on this horse and carriage ride and it was like a fairy tail, my partner absolutely loved every second. This is a must. You will not be disappointed, you will feel like a VIP for the ride!”

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Oia: Couple photoshoot with 30 edited Photos - Posing help for camera-shy couples
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Oia: Couple photoshoot with 30 edited Photos

9.Oia: Couple photoshoot with 30 edited Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 388 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour

Meet Gesti Photography in Oia for a private 30-minute to 1-hour session through scenic viewpoints, whitewashed lanes, blue domes, and caldera overlooks. Photographers such as Nick, Nikos, and Jenny guide your poses, help avoid long lines, and send 30 to 60 edited digital photos within seven days. Transportation and raw files are not included.

“Our photography went smoothly, and the pictures came out great. Gesti Photography was responsive and communicative at all stages. From their experience they efficiently went through all the iconic photoshoot spots and helped us with posing as well. I would definitely recommend both their flying dress and couples photography again.”

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Zakynthos: Romantic Sunset Tour to Mizithres and Agalas Cave - What You See at Myzithres Rocks
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Zakynthos: Romantic Sunset Tour to Mizithres and Agalas Cave

10.Zakynthos: Romantic Sunset Tour to Mizithres and Agalas Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 357 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Spend four hours exploring western Zakynthos by VIP minivan, from the dramatic Myzithres Rocks to two-level Damianos Cave and a sunset at Agalas. English-speaking guides such as Zack, Dimitris, Terry, and Ilias are known for helpful island commentary and personal photos, with some tours also including drone shots or an extra turtle stop.

“Terri was great! We had a great time visiting top of Keri Caves and Agalas! Would definitely go again!”

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Seville: Authentic and Romantic Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride - Maria Luisa Park is the romantic heart of the ride
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Seville: Authentic and Romantic Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride

11.Seville: Authentic and Romantic Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 341 reviews · 1 min

See Seville from a horse-drawn carriage with a Spanish-speaking driver. The route can include Maria Luisa Park, Triana, the Guadalquivir riverfront, Plaza de España, and the Hotel Alfonso XIII. Pickup is central, and drivers such as Manuel have also helped guests reach evening shows.

“The place d’Espana was closed for a marathon but the driver showed us other areas instead. Very accommodating and kind”

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Santorini: Customized Private Photoshoot Walk in Oia - Why Marios’ posing help matters
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Santorini: Customized Private Photoshoot Walk in Oia

12.Santorini: Customized Private Photoshoot Walk in Oia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Meet photographer Marios near the Virgin Mary of the Akathist Hymn Church for a private walking shoot through Oia. He guides your poses, finds quieter viewpoints and iconic domes, and shares dining and sightseeing tips. You receive 15 to 50 edited images in an online gallery within one to two weeks.

“We booked a photoshoot session with Marios, he was outstanding. We created great memories with him. Such a professional photographer and he made us do all the poses with ease and things very light and fun. Highly recommend!”

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Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session - One private hour, with a lot of photographs
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Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

13.Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $99

Meet your photographer at Po‘olenalena Beach for a private 60-minute session against Maui’s ocean views. Shizen, Sara, Felix, Ian, Nicole, Brandon, and Branden are among the photographers who may guide your poses, work with children, and capture both staged and natural moments. You will later choose from 200 to 250 retouched images on a private website.

“Had a fantastic experience with Shizen. He was very thorough and a lot of unique and sentimental photo ideas. He captured our special moment perfectly and was very patient with all the pictures. Would 100% recommend”

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Romantic Sunset Catamaran Caldera Cruise incl. Meal & Drinks - Pickup and the journey to the catamaran
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Romantic Sunset Catamaran Caldera Cruise incl. Meal & Drinks

14.Romantic Sunset Catamaran Caldera Cruise incl. Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 328 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s Caldera aboard a small catamaran, with stops near Red Beach, White Beach, and the volcanic hot springs. Swim or snorkel when conditions allow, enjoy a Greek barbecue with wine and beer, and watch the sunset near Oia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are available, with vegetarian and vegan meals by request.

“My boyfriend and I did this cruise tour at the end of April and overall had a great experience. Although it was extremely windy, a bit cold, and rainy at times, the crew made sure everyone had plenty of wine and was having fun. (They also supplied blankets, if needed.) The barbecue dinner was delicious and my boyfriend was grateful for the vegetarian option. It was too cold and drizzly for us to do the stop at the hot/tepid springs or swim much (I think only two or three people from the entire group opted to go for a short swim, and they reported it was chilly), but we still…”

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Santorini: Oia Private Couple Photoshoot with 35 Photos - Walking Through Whitewashed Lanes and Blue Domes
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Santorini: Oia Private Couple Photoshoot with 35 Photos

15.Santorini: Oia Private Couple Photoshoot with 35 Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 316 reviews · 20 minutes - 1 hour

Meet photographer Marios at the Virgin Mary of the Akathist Hymn Church for a private 20 to 60 minute session in Oia or Imerovigli. He guides your poses, leads you to blue-domed churches and quieter viewpoints, and sends 35 edited digital photos within two weeks. Priority access to blue-dome photo spots is included.

“We absolutely loved working with Marios and the photoshoot turned out to be a major highlight of our time in Greece! The pictures are a lovely memory for us of such a wonderful trip. We definitely recommend booking with this company!”

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