from houstonpress.com
Williams Tower Waterwall
2800 Post Oak Boulevard.
Kemah Boardwalk
215 Kipp Avenue
James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace
Houston's Top Romantic Spots
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| Photo by Ed T |
The Reflection Pond at the Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park Dr.
6200 Hermann Park Dr.
You'll have to be a little careful with any PDAs as highly impressionable kids are sure to running around, but the Reflection Pond at the Houston Zoo (seen above) makes our list of top romantic spots for its "secret garden" feel. We suggest you try the pond at dusk on a cool fall evening; it's magical.
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| Photo by Keith Perkins |
2800 Post Oak Boulevard.
Suffering from a slight case of over-exposoure, the Williams Tower Waterwall nonetheless makes a wonderful setting for a first kiss. Again, we suggest dusk as the optimum time to visit. Chances are another couple or two will also be visiting at the same time as you, so don't expect total privacy.
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| Photo by Jon Burns |
215 Kipp Avenue
Yes, the Kemah Boardwalk tends to bustle with families and tourists during its frequent festivals, but even that can't mar the boardwalk's appeal. The quite water, wide walkways, beautiful sunsets - and a whole bunch of places to get a drink and dinner
Horse Drawn Carriage Ride Downtown
We don't suggest sharing a carriage ride like the couples seen to the right are doing, but every couple should take a ride in one of the Theater District's horse drawn carriages. Be prepared for your driver to want to play tour guide, but a firm "You don't need to show us the sights, we really just want to look at each other," should get your point across. Also, depending on what time it is, throngs of theater goers may be flooding the streets in a mad dash to get back to their cars, so you might have a little company on the street. (Just wave and get back to canoodling.)
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Sambuca's Restaurant
909 Texas Avenue
909 Texas Avenue
Love isn't always quiet. When romance requires a party, we suggest Sambuca's Restaurant. Located on the first floor of the old Rice Hotel, the place has live music seven days a week, no cover and lots of dark corners. Great food and good drinks add to the appeal.
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Long time Houstonians might have a twinge of regret at Brenner's on the Bayou, the former site of the Rainbow Lodge, but Brenner's has done a good job of restyling things its own way and offering a casual, but chic spot for dinner and a few drinks.
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| Photo by Florian Holzherr |
Ah, the James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace structure on the campus of Rice University - what a wonder. It should appeal to art lovers and lovers who want a magnificent, constantly changing backdrop to a kiss. Expect a crowd during the scheduled "performances" (check the schedule), but you'll quickly have it to yourself once the show's over.
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| Photo Courtesy of Rainbow Lodge |
The Rainbow Lodge
2011 Ella Boulevard
2011 Ella Boulevard
It's no surprise that the Rainbow Lodge takes our No. 1 spot. The place is pure class, with great food and impeccable service (including waitstaff that know when to make themselves scarce so as not to ruin the mood). Generations of Houstonians have fallen in love while sitting in the Lodge's dining rooms, some going on to get married there. If you're thinking about Valentine's Day dinner at the Lodge, be ready to reserve your table a full year in advance. The secret's out - the Rainbow Lodge is the place for grown-ups to celebrate.
From embassysuites.com
So many romantic spots in Houston; so little time! You just may have to stay over a night or two. That's why Embassy Suites Houston Near the Galleria created the Romance Houston Package. Visit all the Top Romantic Spots in Houston and then come back to reflect about your day in your two room suite. The Romance Houston Package includes:
- Sparkling Wine
- Chocolate covered strawberries
- Turn down Service
- Two Room Suite
- Cooked to Order Breakfast
- Evening Reception with complimentary drinks and snacks
- Indoor Pool and Whirlpool
- Fitness Center
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