With just a few weeks left before Valentine’s Day, now is the time to start planning your special day or evening with your loved one in the beautiful Cape Town. Traditionally, this is the one day of the year which celebrates love across the world, while February is known as the month of love. Sometimes everyday life can be stressful and indulging in dates and romantic activities with your significant other becomes hard to do, but this is the one day where you can plan in advance and ensure that the occasion is memorable and filled with surprises and happiness. From the more traditional dinner for two date night to something a little more out the box, we have compiled and exciting selection of options to ensure that planning your perfect date is just a little bit easier.

Valentines Dinner at HQ

Whether it’s a first date or an excuse for a romantic evening with the love of your life, dinner at the sophisticated and popular HQ in the centre of Cape Town is guaranteed to leave you both feeling fuzzy on the inside. Upon your arrival you with both receive a glass of Pierre Jourdan Bubbly, to set the mood. The menu consists of a 3 course dinner where you get to enjoy the legendary steak and chips that hold HQ in high regard. Dessert promises to be amazing as well and there will even be live music from 7 PM to 10 PM.

More details: Dress up is encouraged, and prizes will be given to the best dressed couple.
There are two seating options, 6 PM or 8:30 PM
Cost: R550.00 per couple
To book your table, email: matt@hqrestaurant.co.za or call 021 424 6373

Galileo Open Air Cinema

If you are looking to spoil your significant other this Valentine’s Day, this could be the perfect romantic date. The classic and delightful ‘When Harry Met Sally’ will be airing at the stunning Nooidgedacht Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, where you can cuddle under the stars, snack on popcorn and chocolates and enjoy this outdoor movie experience.  You will each receive a chair and blanket to enjoy the movie in comfort, and will also receive a special gift – there will even be a photo booth so that you can capture the evening’s magic on camera and keep the memory forever. The evening will start at 6 PM with live music and a market selling artisanal foods, wines and treats, with the movie following at 8 PM.

More details: Tickets and directions are available on TheGalileo.co.za
Cost R190.00 per person

Romantic picnic at Durbanville Hills Wine Estate

Why not escape the rush of city life and indulge in a more private setting to enjoy this Valentine’s Day with your favourite person.  Imagine sitting across from your beloved on a comfy blanket, sipping exceptional wine and enjoying one another’s company over a scrumptious picnic basket created for two. The basket will contain a variety of artisanal foods, sure to delight you both. In the background, there will be live instrumental music playing in the beautiful wine estate, and you will get to experience the sun setting over natural surroundings.

More Details: The picnic starts at 7 PM
Cost: R450.00 per couple

Two Oceans Aquarium Dinner and Dancing  

For a truly unique and incredibly romantic Valentine’s Day experience that will blow you both away, The Two Oceans Aquarium is hosting a 4 course dinner while the aquatic ocean creatures swim around you both – a magnificent setting. There will be dance demonstrations of the Venetian Waltz and Salsa, to entertain you and your beloved while you enjoy the feast. Patrons will be given the opportunity to learn these dances with the professionals during the dinner courses, so get ready to show off with some new moves after you leave. 

More Details: Cost – Varies depending on seating, from R1 300.00 to R3 500.00 per couple
Call 021 814 4547 or email: functions@aquarium.co.za to make your booking

Lindt Chocolate Studio

For lovebirds with a sweet tooth and a love of one of the best types of chocolate on the planet, the Lindt Chocolate Studio offers a divine chocolate soufflé class on Valentine’s Day, taught by a master chocolatier – where you will get to experience the true art and delicate process of creating with chocolate and pick up a few interesting facts and tips about chocolate. This interactive class will show you the fun side of baking and also give you the chance to learn something spectacular with the one you love.

More Details: Contact Lindt Studio to book your class, call 021 831 0360 or email cptstudio@lindt.com
For directions and address visit http://chocolatestudio.co.za/ 

Romantic Spa Day at the One & Only

The One & Only is the ultimate luxury indulgence for any couple, and offers a unique range of wonderfully relaxing and mind cleansing massages and treatments. What is more romantic than escaping with your loved one to a secluded and tranquil private spa suite, where you can both be spoiled and pampered while sipping on champagne and snacking on healthy fruit platters. From rose petal baths to bespoke facials and foot rituals, you will both leave feeling amazingly reinvigorated.

More Details: Call 021 431 5888 to find out more and make a reservation. Most treatments are available till 8 PM. 

While you are enjoying Cape Town during the month of February, click here to have a look at some of our self catering holiday accommodation options, for a romantic getaway or a family holiday.