Date night · Los Angeles, United States
7 Romantic Spots in Los Angeles for Couples
Gardens, viewpoints and slow waterfronts: Los Angeles at two-person pace.
Picked by venue type, not vibes we invented: scenic settings ordered by real review volume. Updated monthly.
Runyon Canyon Park
Park & natureFree entryRunyon Canyon Park is a 160-acre urban park in the Hollywood Hills, renowned for its hiking trails and spectacular vistas.
Read our full guide →The Magic Castle
EntertainmentThe Magic Castle is a legendary private club for magicians and enthusiasts, nestled in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles.
Read our full guide →Pershing Square (Los Angeles)
Park & naturePershing Square is a historic five-acre park in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, established in 1866.
Read our full guide →Grand Park
Park & natureGrand Park is a vibrant 12-acre linear park that connects Los Angeles City Hall with the Music Center, creating a green corridor through downtown.
Read our full guide →MacArthur Park
Park & natureFree entryMacArthur Park is a longstanding public park in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, bordered by Wilshire Boulevard and Alvarado Street.
Read our full guide →UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden
Park & natureFree entryNestled within the bustling Westside of Los Angeles, the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden offers a tranquil escape into nature.
Read our full guide →Silverlake Flea
MarketFree entrySilverlake Flea is a vibrant weekend market set in the Greater Echo Park Elysian area of Los Angeles.
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How we pick these
Romantic spots in Los Angeles — views, quiet corners and special-occasion places — ranked by reviews from the 51 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Sunset makes the viewpoints; dinner spots are calmest just after they open.
Reserve ahead for standout restaurants and anything with a view.
Weekday evenings in Los Angeles are far less crowded than weekends.
Common questions
Where should couples go in Los Angeles?+
The list above ranks the most romantic, highly-rated places in Los Angeles, from scenic viewpoints to intimate dinners.
Is Los Angeles good for a romantic trip?+
Yes — this page gathers the spots couples rate most highly for a special trip.
What's a good date idea in Los Angeles?+
Pair a sunset viewpoint with dinner nearby, or a quiet walk followed by drinks at one of the spots above.
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