Dublin Valentine's Day Date Ideas
The 14th of February, it’s time to celebrate love! Whether you are spending your Valentine’s Day in Dublin this year coupled up or with friends, we have put together a list of some great activities you can do in Dublin to celebrate this special time!
Fall in love with Dublin through our top 6 Romantic things to do this Valentine’s.
1. Book A Romantic Stay in Dublin
Show them how much they mean to you and surprise your loved one with a romantic hotel stay at one of our Dublin locations at Clayton Hotels. With a modern and luxurious design, and year-round special offer’s packed full of romantic gestures to create magical moments for you and your partner, available at your fingertips, this is the ideal solution to your Dublin Valentine’s Day plans.
2. Take a Stroll Down Love Lane
Love Lane is an initiative made between the Temple Bar company and Dublin City Council, including a series of artworks that have transformed the area into an eye-catching design, filled with pinks and reds that cherish romance. Love lane is the perfect romantic stroll for you and your partner, it connects Temple Bar to Dame Street, making it a perfectly central location. Artists were given free reign of their design, showcasing notes, messages and love letters, perfect for couples, friends, or family to walk together admiring these sweet messages.
3. Visit St.Valentine Himself
Romance is in the air, looking around, you’ll spot an increase of red roses, chocolate-dipped strawberries, and heart-shaped teddies. But, did you know, while everyone is gearing up for Valentine’s Day, the actual remains of the saint himself rest in Dublin. The shrine of St. Valentine is located in Whitefriar Street Church. How about trying a unique date idea this Valentines, and go visit the patron saint of love!
4. Take A Romantic Cycle
Canal Way Cycle Route, what better way then to celebrate love is to jump on a bicycle made for two and go for a spin, taking in the beautiful scenes of Dublin City. River Cycles, creating a fun and unique way to spend your day, whether that be with your other half, friends or family! The Canal Way Cycle Route is 3.6kn route along the famous Grand Canal, it links historic Portobello’s Georgian past with the tech hubs of Grand Canal Dock and Spencer Dock.
5. Delicious Dining
Romantic candlelit dinner? Yes please, Gauden’s restaurant has an innate ability to enchant guests. With a menu that is constantly evolving, secrets and surprises you will find your taste buds in complete heaven. Allow your romantic date in Dublin come to life as you dine in this stunning central location, with views of the famous Grand Canal.
6. Game Night at Token
Token is a multi-award-winning retro arcade – pinball parlour, with a massive collection of over 40 amazing arcade machines. With a wide selection of cocktails, this spot is the perfect end to a valentine’s celebration!
Love is in the air all year long but after all Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to celebrate with friends, family, and your other half. We hope our list of romantic things to do in Dublin will give you inspiration to plan the perfect valentine’s celebration, but most importantly you love experiencing Dublin just as much as we do.