With a city so full of so many different restaurants, destinations and sightseeing opportunities it can often be overwhelming to choose one spot to take that special someone. Although there are millions of places in New York City that one can go to, the ones listed below are some of the most guaranteed romantic spots that the city of lights has to offer.

© The Central Park Boathouse

© The Central Park Boathouse

The Loeb Boathouse: Located in the middle of Central Park, The Loeb Boathouse rents small boats to take out on the serene lake. Romantic lovers can also rent Venetian gondolas to take them around the lake, which are rowed by gondoliers. After this romantic boat ride, couples can go to the Lakeside Restaurant located right alongside the lake to enjoy a candlelit dinner and a delicious meal. This urban oasis allows couples to escape from the busy city life and enjoy each other’s company in a romantic atmosphere.

©Serendipity

©Serendipity

Serendipity: For couples that share a sweet tooth, Serendipity is the perfect restaurant destination. Although this menu offers a variety of appetizers and main course meals, it is most well known for it’s dessert menu, and in particular, its frozen hot chocolate. For couples looking for a meal, and of course a dessert, filled with happiness, Serendipity is the perfect destination.

©Sakura Matsuri

©Sakura Matsuri

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens: For couples that wish to step outside the busy hub of the city and immerse themselves in nature, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden offers the most convenient way to do so. This 52-acre park features blooming gardens of hundreds of different types of flowers, cherry blossom trees, a magnolia plaza and much more. Lovers can stroll across ivy covered bridges or relax on grassy knolls all while enjoying the peace and quiet of one another’s company.

©Empire State Realty Trust

©Empire State Realty Trust

Top of the Empire State Building: For couples seeking adventure and thrill, a climb to the top of the empire state building provides exercise, thrill and a beautiful panoramic view of the city that never sleeps. This view is both incredible and absolutely unforgettable and it is one that should be shared with someone special.