It’s that time of year again: Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you want to do something really special with your loved one this year. Dinner and flowers are a classic for a reason, but if you’d like to do something a little more unusual together for a change, we have a few tips for some great experiences together in Vienna:
Date under the stars
For one of the most romantic views that nature can offer us, all we have to do is look up. This makes gazing at the stars together on Valentine’s Day one of the most fitting activities for two! And the Vienna Planetarium will help you as much as it can. With the Valentine’s Day special Star Date, you can spend an atmospheric evening under Vienna’s starry skies and go on a voyage of discovery together to the most spectacular places in the cosmos.
Enjoy romantic classics by candlelight
What could be better on Valentine’s Day than romantic live music in the flickering light of hundreds of candles? At this candlelight concert, the most emotional love songs will be presented to you by a talented string quartet in an atmospheric setting. Look forward to highlights such as Moon River from Breakfast at Tiffany’s, My Heart Will Go On from Titanic or the fiery Libertango and spend an unforgettable evening for two. Click here for your tickets!
Making chocolates at the Chocolate Museum
This year, the Heindl Chocolate Museum in Vienna is offering an exclusive praline workshop with a champagne reception for Valentine’s Day. Under the guidance of a guide, you will learn how to make your own praline creations – including numerous tastings, of course. A short tour of the museum is also included. The perfect date idea for all the foodies among you!
Rediscover “Sleeping Beauty” at We call it Ballet
In this unique dance and light show, the popular classic “Sleeping Beauty” is brought to new life in a fusion of traditional art and modern technology. First-class dancers light up the stage in sparkling costumes and offer you a unique show that you can enjoy together with your loved one in a romantic atmosphere. Surprise your loved one for Valentine’s Day with a gift voucher for one of these unique dance shows!
Ride on the Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel
The Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel is the centerpiece of the Prater and offers an incredible view over the entire city. It’s an absolute must-see for all visitors and residents of the city and definitely a great option for a Valentine’s Day activity together. Whether you want to get a (cheaper) standard ticket or perhaps even consider a ride in an exclusive gourmet carriage for two is entirely up to you. Either way, you’re guaranteed a romantic view high above the rooftops of Vienna!
A day at the spa
For all those who want to be really pampered on Valentine’s Day, a day together at the thermal baths is ideal. There are several offers available for February 14, which can be booked online in the form of vouchers or directly on site. Enjoy a few relaxing hours as a couple on the day of love and let your soul dangle together!
Get creative together at Neon Brush
For the creative minds among you, the colorful Neon Brush painting workshop could be just the thing! It offers you a fun joint activity where you can create your own works of art with neon colors and let your imagination run wild. A gift voucher for this unique event is guaranteed to give you valuable quality time together!
Cuddle rock disco on the ice
Attention ice skating fans: The Vienna Ice Skating Club is hosting an exclusive Valentine’s Day event for you on February 14 with a 1 + 1 offer for couples. Simply take your significant other onto the ice for free and enjoy the Kuschelrock Disco together from 5 pm. Here you can get really close to each other on the ice and spend an unforgettable Valentine’s Day together.
A kiss before the “kiss”
The Belvedere in Vienna is once again offering a very special Valentine’s Day event this year. Couples are invited to be professionally photographed in front of the famous painting “The Kiss” by Gustav Klimt for free. Your photo will then be sent to you by email, giving you a unique memento of this special day! Afterwards, you can combine the short shoot with a free tour of the Klimt Wing and take a look at the art together.
Marvel at butterflies
How about a joint visit to Vienna’s tropical butterfly house? Here you can observe over 500 free-living butterflies in a paradisiacal setting, alongside waterfalls, exotic plants and more, and be amazed by the diversity of these delicate creatures. We think it’s a fantastic idea for a Valentine’s Day date surrounded by impressive flora and fauna!