- The Grand Canyon is the most romantic place in the United States, ranking 7th in the world and outperforming every other place in the U.S.
- California’s most romantic landmark, and potentially most iconic structure overall, is the Golden Gate Bridge.
- New York’s most romantic spot is Central Park, beating out all other landmarks and activities in one of the busiest cities on Earth.
- Florida’s most romantic destination is Hollywood Beach, thanks to its beautiful ocean sunrises and laid-back boardwalk.
- Architecture can be just as romantic as nature, with Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater named Pennsylvania’s most romantic place.
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Romantic getaways come in many forms, from wild landscapes that make you feel like the only two people on earth to vibrant cities that glow with possibility. Around the world, certain places stand out for the way they sweep couples off their feet, creating the kind of memories that linger long after the trip ends.
The travel specialists at Go2Africa wanted to find out the most romantic locations in the U.S., just in time for Valentine’s Day, and so analyzed review data from real couples, finding out where they rated the most highly in each U.S. state.
The United States has extraordinary diversity, where couples can essentially visit fifty different micro countries without ever having to take their passport with them. Each state has its own landmarks that couples flock to, from impressive architectural structures, to urban parks and beaches, there’s a romantic spot in every corner.
Arizona — The Grand Canyon
In Arizona lies one of the most romantic places in the whole world commanding a global ranking of 7th place, as well as being the most romantic place in the U.S. overall. The Grand Canyon stands as a tribute to love, where thousands of Americans every year visit to tie the knot. Reviews from couples say that they “can’t imagine a more romantic location” and that it’s “amazing, truly breathtaking”.
To explore the data study in full, including the most romantic landmarks in the world, visit Go2Africa.
Methodology:
Go2Africa analyzed nearly 1.5 million online reviews from couples across 309 landmarks in the U.S. For each location, we calculated the share of couple reviews rated four or five stars as a percentage and locations were ranked by their score, with ties broken by review volume. Data was collected in December 2025.
About Go2Africa:
Go2Africa is a multi-award-winning and B Corp certified tour operator based out of Cape Town that curates exceptional and personalized African holidays, specializing in safaris. Celebrating over 25 years, the team has been committed to building first-hand knowledge of every destination, lodge, and activity they recommend from their 3000+ partners.
