August is Romance Awareness Month, which means it’s time to turn up the heat (and not just because we’re in Texas). Whether you’re falling for someone new or keeping the spark alive with your long-time love, San Antonio is full of dreamy ways to remind your sweetheart just how much they mean to you. Check out some of our favorite date ideas to add some extra romance to your August.
1) Sunset on the Riverwalk ~ Float Their Boat
1) The Riverwalk is charming any time of day, but there’s something magical about wandering hand-in-hand as the sun sets and the twinkle lights flicker on. Snag a table at a riverside restaurant, whisper sweet nothings over sangria, or take a boat cruise with Go Rio. Bonus points if you end the night with a kiss under or on one of the arched stone bridges. We love the Selena Bridge for a cinematic kiss!
2) Uncork Romance at a Wine Bar~ Cheers to Love
Nothing says “we’re fancy now” like a wine date. San Antonio has some truly fantastic wine bars that are perfect spots to uncork some romance. We Love Wine 210, High Street Wine Co., and ReRooted 210. No matter which wine bar you pick, this is a smooth way to elevate any weeknight into a grape love story.
3) Romance in the Garden~ Let Love Bloom
It’s time to stop and smell the roses! Head to one of San Antonio’s incredible gardens and enjoy the scenery and serenity as you stroll along, hand-in-hand, with your sweetheart. We love the San Antonio Botanical Gardens and Japanese Tea Garden. Both places are great spots to propose too! We recommend going earlier in the day when it’s cooler.
4) Spa-tacular Date~ Relax & Reconnect
You and your sweetheart deserve some TLC, so it’s time to book some services at one of our favorite spas. Relax together and let the professionals melt the stress away. Our favorite spas for a relaxing and reconnecting with your sweetheart are the Hiatus Spa + Retreat, Woodhouse Spa, and Windflower Spa. Whether you are getting a couple’s massage, enjoying a sauna, or quietly reconnecting in the relaxation room, this is a date that you both will enjoy.
5) Book a Baecation~ Getaway for a Little Romance
A baecation is a great way to add some extra romance to your relationship. Want to stay in San Antonio, we don’t blame you! Book a romantic stay at Hotel Havana, St. Anthony Hotel, or Hotel Emma. Or check out a cozy bed & breakfast or guest house. We love the Brackenridge House Bed & Breakfast, The Sherlock Home, and the Inn on the Riverwalk. If you want to get out of San Antonio and go on an adventure, plan a baecation to one of our other Texas Romantic Spots like Austin, Fredericksburg, Fort Worth, Waco, Houston, or Galveston.
Romance isn’t just a feeling, it’s an action. So whether you’re planning a grand gesture or a simple moment that makes their heart skip, San Antonio has all the swoon-worthy settings you need to make August unforgettable. Take the time, make the effort, and show your person just how lucky you are to love (and be loved) in this beautiful city. Now go out there and make August a month of romance!
