Things to Do in Houston for Valentine's Day| Houston, TX | Marilyn Wier 713-542-8451

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching! Houston and the surrounding areas can offer you and your loved one plenty of options to help celebrate in style. If you are looking for romantic ideas and places to go for this Valentines 2012 take a look below at some wonderful spots that are local!

1. It seems like Valentine’s Day is the only day that we can make an excuse to have a sweet tooth and not feel guilty about it! What better way to spend a romantic evening than to take your honey to The Chocolate Bar on University Blvd., in Houston. You won’t find any alcohol on The Chocolate Bar’s menu, but you are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

2. Take your date to The Rainbow Lodge, considered one of Houston’s most romantic restaurants. Cozy up next to the crackling fireplace in the cozy log cabin setting. After you finish your delicious meal, take a stroll through the beautiful one acre grounds! The Rainbow Lounge has the atmosphere and ambiance that you and your date will truly remember.

3. Take that special someone for a night they won't forget as you board a Star Fleet ship at the shores of Clear Lake. With high ceilings and a beautifully decorated interior, dining is an elegant experience as you are taken across the vast waters at Clear Lake. Enjoy the spectacular views and music while you are served gourmet style food. Then, stroll across the deck where you can watch the sun go down across the water. End the evening by dancing with your loved one before the ship makes the return journey back to port.

4. Set in a New Orleans inspired house from the 1930s, the Backstreet Café is an upscale restaurant that offers intimate dining, which is ideal for those who want to take their loved one out for a special Valentine's Day dinner. The warm tones and elegant décor is offset nicely with subtle lighting creating a cozy ambiance no matter where you sit.

5. The Houston Grand Opera has two dates available before Valentine’s Day, February 7 and 13th. Orchestra tickets are available at a discount price for both shows. This fully costumed and staged production, on the scale of the grandest of grand operas, stars the world-renowned Houston Grand Opera Chorus. With the Houston Grand Opera Orchestra under the baton of Music Director Patrick Summers, Chorus! is an unforgettable evening of music and spectacle.

6. Located in Kemah, TX The Cadillac Bar is offering its Cupid Combo. For $49.95 a person you will enjoy an appetizer, an entrée, dessert and a non-alcoholic drink. You can reserve your spot so you can sit down and enjoy your dinner sooner than later. After enjoying your dinner take a stroll through Kemah’s Boardwalk. Take a ride on the farris wheel and make it a night of romance.

If you want more local information about the League City, Kemah, Clear Lake area, give me a call today! I can help!