If love is in air, then you may be looking for special places in DC that will keep the feeling around? DC is not all work. There are plenty of places here that are just perfect for date night. Take you loved one to these 12 romantic spots in DC for a special evening.
- The Kennedy Center
Flickr/Appalachian dreamer Get dressed up and enjoy a fancy evening out at one of the many performances at the Kennedy Center. For bonus points, head to the rooftop terrace for a sunset or to check out the stars.
- 1789 Restaurant
Yelp/1789 Restaurant Cozy up near the fireplace at 1789 in Georgetown. This charming fine dining restaurant is a perfect place to spoil your sweetie.
1226 36th St NW
- Landmark E Street Cinema
Facebook/Landmark’s E Street Cinema This is much more than your average movie theater. It’s a small and intimate space that places unique movies and plenty of food and beverage options.
555 11th St NW
- Iron Gate
Facebook/Iron Gate Restaurant Iron Gate is picture perfect for date nights! Cuddle up in the dark and cozy interior near the fireplace with candlelight or sit outside underneath twinkling lights and leafy greens.
1734 N St NW
- Spanish Steps
Flickr/Robert Lyle Bolton A cozy lover’s nook tucked away near Dupont Circle. Sit on the gorgeous steps and escape the world at this DC gem.
- Chez Billy Sud
Facebook/Chez Billy Sud Chez Billy Sud is a fantastic French restaurant with an intimate feel and incredible food and service. It makes for elegant evening.
1039 31st St NW
- Key Bridge
Flickr/Oblivious Dude The Key Bridge has some of the most gorgeous view of the Potomac, DC and Arlington. Stroll across the bridge hand-in-hand and pause to look out at the stunning views.
- National Harbor
Flickr/beliefbeyond The National Harbor is a great place for a date night with your special someone. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants and then take a ride on the glowing Capital Wheel.
- Hank’s Cocktail Bar
Facebook/Hank’s Cocktail Bar A cozy cocktail bar in Petwork, Hank’s has a quiet atmosphere and fantastic cocktails and unique small plates. It’s a bit hidden so it’s perfect for quiet evenings.
819 Upshur St NW
- Enid A. Haupt Garden
Flickr/Harvey Barrison Hidden behind the Smithsonian, this gorgeous public garden will transport you to another world. Enjoy a beautiful day walking among the flowers.
- Bistro Cacao
Facebook/Bistro Cacao - Washington DC Bistro Cacao offers an intimate setting with plenty of cozy corners and romantic feel. When you add in the incredible food and great service, it makes for a night to remember!
320 Massachusetts Ave NE
- Lincoln Memorial
Flickr/ehpien While it maybe cliche the Lincoln Memorial is really one of the most romantic spots in the entire city. Head there at dusk or in the evening for a stunning scene.
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Flickr/Appalachian dreamer
Get dressed up and enjoy a fancy evening out at one of the many performances at the Kennedy Center. For bonus points, head to the rooftop terrace for a sunset or to check out the stars.
Yelp/1789 Restaurant
Cozy up near the fireplace at 1789 in Georgetown. This charming fine dining restaurant is a perfect place to spoil your sweetie.
1226 36th St NW
Facebook/Landmark’s E Street Cinema
This is much more than your average movie theater. It’s a small and intimate space that places unique movies and plenty of food and beverage options.
555 11th St NW
Facebook/Iron Gate Restaurant
Iron Gate is picture perfect for date nights! Cuddle up in the dark and cozy interior near the fireplace with candlelight or sit outside underneath twinkling lights and leafy greens.
1734 N St NW
Flickr/Robert Lyle Bolton
A cozy lover’s nook tucked away near Dupont Circle. Sit on the gorgeous steps and escape the world at this DC gem.
Facebook/Chez Billy Sud
Chez Billy Sud is a fantastic French restaurant with an intimate feel and incredible food and service. It makes for elegant evening.
1039 31st St NW
Flickr/Oblivious Dude
The Key Bridge has some of the most gorgeous view of the Potomac, DC and Arlington. Stroll across the bridge hand-in-hand and pause to look out at the stunning views.
Flickr/beliefbeyond
The National Harbor is a great place for a date night with your special someone. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants and then take a ride on the glowing Capital Wheel.
Facebook/Hank’s Cocktail Bar
A cozy cocktail bar in Petwork, Hank’s has a quiet atmosphere and fantastic cocktails and unique small plates. It’s a bit hidden so it’s perfect for quiet evenings.
819 Upshur St NW
Flickr/Harvey Barrison
Hidden behind the Smithsonian, this gorgeous public garden will transport you to another world. Enjoy a beautiful day walking among the flowers.
Facebook/Bistro Cacao - Washington DC
Bistro Cacao offers an intimate setting with plenty of cozy corners and romantic feel. When you add in the incredible food and great service, it makes for a night to remember!
320 Massachusetts Ave NE
Flickr/ehpien
While it maybe cliche the Lincoln Memorial is really one of the most romantic spots in the entire city. Head there at dusk or in the evening for a stunning scene.
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