Valentine's Day in the Washington, DC Area

Valentines Day is February 14th. Are you looking for some ideas of ways to express your love to someone special? Here are some helpful resources and some special events for Valentines Day in the Washington, DC area.

Washington, DC’s Most Romantic Restaurants
The Washington, DC area has many romantic restaurants. They do get busy for Valentine’s Day, so you should make your reservations as early as possible. Here are some restaurants with Valentine’s Day Specials.

Dinner Cruises on the Potomac River
Take a romantic cruise and enjoy a night of dining, dancing and live entertainment, while cruising past the beautiful views of Washington, DC. Make a reservation on the Odyssey or the Spirit of Washington.

Outdoor Ice Skating
What's more romantic than ice skating under the stars at one of Washington, DC’s outdoor ice skating rinks? After a nice dinner, get some fresh air and enjoy the ambiance of the city.

Woo at the Zoo
On Thursday, February 12, 2009, the National Zoo is hosting a new fun-filled FREE event for Valentine's Day. Learn about animal mating, dating and reproductive habits in an honest and humorous forum. The event includes complimentary hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, and a special Valentine "treat" for all attendees. Reservations are required.

Best Chocolate Stores in Washington, DC
Valentine's Day is the perfect time to give the gift of chocolate. Find the best chocolate, truffles, fudge and brownies in the Washington, DC area.

Washington, DC Area Jewelry Stores
Make your loved one happy with a new piece of jewelry - Find gold, silver, diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires at a local jewelry store.

Chocolate Lovers Festival
February 7-8, 2009. Old Town Fairfax, Virginia. Enjoy a festival of everything chocolate! See the Chocolate Challenge, an arts contest featuring breathtaking art made completely of chocolate, sample chocolates, historic re-enactments, children's activities, craft show and more.

Valentine's Day at Tudor Place
Thursday, February 14, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Georgetown. Enjoy wine and chocolate in the Conservatory and musical entertainment by Grammy Award Nominee, Andrea Hoag, as you stroll through the historic house. A special exhibit featuring black tie costumes, jewelry, and antique valentines from the Tudor Place collection is on display. Members: $15/couple, Nonmembers: $20/couple.

Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts
Celebrate Valentine's Day enjoying an usual task - searching for nudity in art one of DC's top art museums. Participants in teams search for answers to tricky and humorous questions. Cost: $22.50. Advanced reservations are required. Call (877)-9-GO HUNT.

National Gallery of Art - February 14, 2009, 2 p.m. The two-hour hunt involves nudity in some way, shape or sultry form, whether you are looking for naughty nymphs, a sea monster surfer, eye-catching codpieces, bathing beauties, the original Adonis, or shark bait named Watson.

Smithsonian American Art Museum - February 14, 2009, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Highlights include a tempting she-devil, a giddy drinker, native men with no need for a gym, a topless horseman, and a nude that gives new meaning to the word hot. Plus you'll visit the adjoining National Portrait Gallery to learn the salacious secrets of some rakish presidents and other famous Americans.

All Stars Comedy Club
Valentine's Day Show. Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedy featuring three professional comedians from HBO. Special packages are available to add dinner and a hotel room. Located in Arlington, Virginia. Reservations are required. (410) 212-3568 OR (703) 739-7377.

Best Luxury Hotels in Washington, DC
Plan a romantic evening at one of Washington's best hotels.

Romantic Getaways near Washington, DC
Looking to really impress your loved one? Plan a romantic weekend at a nearby resort.

Best Day Spas in the Washington, DC Area
Pamper your loved one with a wide range of services including massage, facials, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, skin treatments and much more.

Top Florists in the Washington, DC Area
Pick up some flowers from one of the top florists in the metropolitan area or see 1-800 Flowers to order flower arrangements and gifts online. Buy Direct

Top Gourmet Food Stores
Why go out, when you can have a quiet dinner at home? The Washington, DC area has some great gourmet food stores that can help you plan your meal. If you don't have the time or ambition to cook, there are lots of ready-made options as well.