Whether you’re in Miami for a romantic weekend or just looking for date-night inspiration, Greater Miami & Miami Beach will give you all the feels with its scenic locales and dreamy activities. From stargazing on a clear night, paddling serene waterways under the moonlight, and extravagant experiences on boats and helicopters to swoon-worthy restaurants with stunning views, we’ve created a list of our favorite romantic things to do in the destination.

Couple toasting by a sunset — Celebrate your love with a Miami sunset

Take A Sunset Cruise On Biscayne Bay

Cruising on Miami’s tranquil, turquoise waters at sunset is a recipe for romance, which is why you and your loved one should hop aboard a two-hour sunset cruise with Tropical Sailing. Its spacious catamaran leaves from Downtown Miami and sails on Biscayne Bay (and along South Beach if conditions permit). There’s nothing like watching the sun casting its fiery glow over Downtown Miami while toasting each other with a glass of champagne. Capture more golden hour memories at these sunset spots in Miami.

Casadonna

You’ll be hard pressed to find a more gorgeous setting than Casadonna in the Edgewater neighborhood, where you’ll feel as if you’ve been whisked away to an Italian villa on the water. Savor their coastal Italian cuisine from an outdoor table overlooking Biscayne Bay.

MILA

Elevate date night at MICHELIN-recommended MILA in South Beach, a rooftop stunner that serves Mediterranean-Asian cuisine coupled with epic views and live entertainment, such as fire dancers.

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Couple enjoying a massage together — Share a spa day with your partner and feel romantic bliss

Indulge In A Couples Spa Day

Esencia Wellness Spa

An intimate spa day of pampering is the perfect way to amp up the romance factor. The sumptuous Esencia Wellness Spa at the Eden Roc Miami Beach hotel in Mid Beach boasts windows overlooking the pool and tropical grounds, hydrotherapy amenities to lull you and your partner into total relaxation, and a treatment menu tailored to couples. Try the “Couples Clay & Play” and paint each other with clay in the privacy of a couple’s suite.

âme Spa & Wellness Collective

âme Spa & Wellness Collective at JW Marriot Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura is a sprawling spa where couples have access to treatments meant for two and amenities like the adults-only Cascata pool.

View of the Vizcaya Museum & Gardens' garden area — Discover the magic of Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

Explore Vizcaya Museum & Gardens

When you see all the couples strolling hand in hand and taking engagement photos, you’ll instantly know why Vizcaya Museum & Gardens is high on the list of the most-romantic things to do in Miami. This national historic landmark is perfect for a dreamy afternoon with its opulent main house, Italian Renaissance-inspired gardens and waterfront perch on Biscayne Bay. Wander the expansive grounds, filled with meticulously landscaped gardens and Old-World architecture, such as fountains, statues and dramatic stairways. Search out the Secret Garden to sneak in a kiss and take photos, then find a quiet place in the gardens.

Enjoy A Beach Picnic At Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

Sweep your loved one away for a day or evening on Key Biscayne, a tropical paradise located just minutes from mainland Miami. Situated on the southern tip of the island, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is the perfect setting for a romantic date. Pack a picnic and unfurl a towel on the beach near the historic Cape Florida Lighthouse, which makes for a photo-worthy backdrop. Wander the tree-lined trails and take a dip in the water together. Have your camera ready to snap photos as the sun sets.

See Miami From The Air On A Private Helicopter Tour

Miami is always beautiful, but seeing it from the air on a private helicopter tour is a sight you’ll never forget. Like its name implies, Magic Air Tours offers magical tours that showcase iconic views of South Beach, Downtown Miami and the surrounding area. Sip champagne while soaring over the beaches and brilliantly colored waterways, searching for marine life, such as dolphins, or experience Downtown Miami’s skyline at sunset. There are even sunset champagne flights, a perfect way to propose.

Paddleboarding at dusk — Enjoy a romantic paddleboard experience

Paddle Together Under The Moonlight

While you can always paddleboard or kayak at Oleta River State Park in North Miami Beach, plan a date around Oleta River Outdoor Center’s monthly Full Moon or Half Moon Kayak/SUP tours. You’ll climb into a lighted kayak and paddle through mangrove trails and along the Oleta River under the moonlight. Let the sounds of nature lull you into relaxing bliss as you paddle to a private beach for a campfire. Roast s’mores on the fire or simply enjoy time together on the beach.

Get Starstruck With Your Loved One

If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path date idea, head to Bill Sadowski Park & Nature Center in South Dade, where stargazing takes place every Saturday night on the Southern Cross Astronomy Observation Deck. Thanks to the Southern Cross Astronomical Society, you’ll have free access to hi-tech telescopes along with the volunteers’ knowledge of the stars, planets and galaxies.

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