Fall for Greenwich this Valentine’s Day

1. As the evenings start to lengthen and winter draws to an end, Greenwich Park shakes off its slumber and welcomes back the strollers. First landscaped in the 17^th century, the sculpted parkland and gardens of this former royal hunting ground are ideal for romantic strolls with vistas of the city.

2. No visit to Greenwich Park would be complete without visiting the Royal Observatory, and Valentine’s Day is no different. Marvel at the Great Equatorial Telescope, the largest of its kind in the UK, then take a selfie holding hands across the two hemispheres, straddling the Prime Meridian of the world.

3. To make your visit to the Royal Observatory truly memorable, make sure you prebook tickets for the Peter Harrison Planetarium. Take your lover to the stars with an astronomical show guided by an expert astronomer – there’s ‘The Sky Tonight’, ‘Starstruck’, ‘Meet the Neighbours’ and plenty more.

4. If food is the way to your heart, Greenwich Market is a must with delicious dishes from all over the world being freshly prepared before your eyes. It's also the perfect place to pick out that special handmade gift for your loved one. Stop by on the day itself and romance will well and truly be in the air with live music, flower walls and romantic decorations.

4. Another stunning setting for Valentines’ walks-with-views is, of course, the Thames itself. Inextricably linked to the water, Greenwich offers 8.5 miles of riverside path where lovers can linger. The path is studded with attractions such as the Cutty Sark, the Old Royal Naval College, The O2 and the Thames Barrier.

5. Take your romantic evening to another level with a Twilight Climb at Up At The O2. You’ll scale the roof of Greenwich Peninsula’s iconic multi-function entertainment venue as the sun sinks over the London skyline. Now awash with multicoloured lights, the climb makes for a date that’s unforgettably photogenic.

6. Also in Greenwich Peninsula, the IFS Cloud cable car is another way to take your Valentine to new and dizzy heights. Soaring 90 metres above the Thames, the journey provides unparalleled views of London. Plus, from the 11 – 14 February, you can enjoy a romantic round-trip with a glass of champagne and a delicious desert box to share!

7. For a more traditionally romantic view of the water, try a boat trip with a difference. City Cruises is offering three different Valentine’s Day specials in 2023, each commencing with a complimentary glass of champagne for their Afternoon Tea, Evening, and Dinner jaunts.

8. Looking for a more unconventional date night? Enjoy food and drinks in your own private bay with views of the Canary Wharf skyline as you take a swing at Greenwich Peninsula Golf Driving Range. Or for a bit of fun, take on the 18-hole adventure golf course at CrazyPutt next door.

9. A unique Art Deco mansion adjoining a grand medieval hall set in 19 acres of award-winning gardens, Eltham Palace is one of Greenwich’s romantic highlights. Once home to a couple of eccentric millionaires, Stephen and Virginia Courtauld, its rock gardens, flower beds and 1930s interiors make for an unforgettable date.

10. Back in the UNESCO-listed heart of Maritime Greenwich, the Painted Hall is made for lovers’ dreamy contemplations. The shiniest jewel in the Old Royal Naval College crown, its glorious, 40,000 square foot interior is covered in Sir James Thornhill’s astonishing early-18^th century frescoes. Don’t miss their Valentine’s Day Dinner – a rare opportunity to dine in this truly unique setting.

11. Cap off your glorious, Greenwich romantic day with an overnight stay at InterContinental London – The O2. One of London’s finest hotels, the InterContinental is offering plenty of Valentine’s Day specials, from dinner, bed and breakfast packages to afternoon tea with prosecco and even couples’ massage at The Spa.

By Hugh McNaughtan