Amsterdam, with its picturesque canals and historic charm, offers countless romantic settings. From serene gardens to iconic bridges, this guide highlights eight of the most dreamy places to share a kiss with your Valentine this year.
1. Park Frankendael
Park Frankendael has to be one of the prettiest places in Amsterdam. The park was once an estate, owned by a wealthy Amsterdammer, and you can still see the remnants of luxurious decoration in features like the ornate gate that welcomes you to the park. Right now it’s covered in beautiful white snow, which only enhances the beauty of this lovely park. Find a bench with a view and feel the romance sweep over you.
2. Amstel Bridge (Magere Brug)
Amstel Bridge is so beautiful at sunset, and at the moment it’s blanketed in beautiful snow. From here you have a phenomenal view of Amsterdam, and with the soft lights flickering on the bridge overhead it’s the perfect place to kiss.
3. Prisengracht Canal
This beautiful spot is all over Instagram. People love taking photos of it because it’s so peaceful and lovely. You can sit by the canal and spend time with your loved one in the fresh air. Plus, if you’re lucky the canal will be frozen, which is even more beautiful.
4. Museumplein
Right now Museumplein is like a winter wonderland. With the stunning Rijksmuseum to gaze at you’ll be feeling loved up in no time. It’s the perfect setting for an magical Hollywood kiss.
5. Damrak
This has to be one of the most beautiful, and thus one of the most photographed parts of the city. The houses that line the canal are like something from a fairytale. Uniquely shaped, they are all painted in different colours and there’s nowhere else quite like Damrak, wherever in the world you might go. It’s the kind of place to go if you want to feel exhilarated about living in such an amazing city, especially if you’re there with somebody you care about deeply.
6. Vondelpark
There’s more than enough space at Vondelpark to go for a lovely stroll with your other half. Plus, there are some amazing statues in Vondelpark, the most impressive being The Fish, by Pablo Picasso. By all accounts, Pablo Picasso loved kissing, and his artwork was inspired by romance.
7. Keizersgracht
The canal is literally frozen solid at the moment and it looks so magical. It only freezes every few years so it’s the perfect excuse for a Valentine’s Day stroll alongside the canal and some kissing.
8. Rembrandtpark
Rembrandtpark is so pretty in the snow. You can stroll amongst the trees with the snow of fresh snow underfoot, holding the hand of your loved one. Add a snowball fight to that equation and you’ve got yourself the perfect romantic walk.