With so many fun things to do throughout the year, San Diego has great year-round weather, with average highs in the mid-60s and lows in the 50s during the month of February; making it a perfect time to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a loved one without the worry of rain, snow, or cold ruining your date night plans.
To help you plan your best date night ever this Valentine’s Day, we’ve compiled a list of our top 8 ways for you to celebrate Valentine’s Day in San Diego with your significant other this February 14th.
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Take a tour of The Prado, a popular restaurant in Balboa Park serving all flavors of San Diego dishes. The Prado has maintained its reputation of excellence for years, making it an iconic locale.
Located in the heart of University Heights, Wormwood is a 1,700-square-foot French-style restaurant and bar / lounge known for its Modern French Cuisine, its selection of absinthe spirits, and its delicious food! Also being a top dining experience for its customers on Yelp is a plus.
Its menu features a multi-course dinner prepared with seasonal and local ingredients curated by its very own chef–perfect for couples who prefer a more elegant Valentine’s Day dinner experience.
I love Wormwood every day of the year, but I love this day so much that this event not only lands on this list but also as one of the best holiday activities on our Complete Guide to All the Holidays in San Diego!
For those couples who enjoy the performing arts, a visit to see the classic Broadway musical CHICAGO on or around Valentine’s Day in 2024 at the San Diego Civic Theatre is sure to be an incredible choice!
CHICAGO tells the story of fortune and fame and has received 6 Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of standing ovations over the past 25 years since its creation. Be sure to buy a pair of tickets before it’s too late - the show is only being performed in San Diego for a short time.
If you’re looking for something a little different this year, consider taking a relaxing and romantic Venetian gondola ride with your sweetheart through the canals of Coronado Cays in San Diego Bay on authentic gondolas imported from Venice, Italy.
As featured on our complete guide to all the holidays in San Diego article, these private cruises are 50 minutes in length and can be made even more special with a bouquet of roses, mandolin accompaniment, or a carefully curated bottle of wine or celebratory bubbly.
There are many different cruise packages for you and your partner to choose from this Valentine’s Day, so be sure to make your reservations today!
Looking for a budget friendly Valentine’s Day date idea? How about a FREE relaxing picnic with your loved one at Balboa Park!
There are many public and more private seating and grassy areas for you and your partner to choose from and enjoy a romantic meal together. Forgot the most important part of your picnic (the FOOD)? Head on over to The Market Place to choose from ready-to-eat side salads to pasta salads to custom sandwiches.
Balboa Park even offers a few places where you can BYOA (Bring Your Own Alcohol) and let loose with your significant other between noon and 8:00 PM.
When in the mood for a romantic meal with great Taiwanese food Din Tai Fung is the place to go!
Every time I take my sweetie to Din Tai Fung we leave happy. Additionally with nearly 5,000 reviews and a 4.4-star rating on Yelp, Din Tai Fung is one dining experience you won’t want to miss!
This world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant, named one of the top 10 gourmet restaurants in the world by the New York Times, is famous for its Xiao Long Bao, a.k.a. soup dumplings and noodle soup.
While you’re there, here’s a local’s dining tip just for you this Valentine’s Day: order your meal family style to share with your sweetheart!
Calling all foodies! This Valentine’s Day, get immersed in the food culture of Little Italy and even enjoy a little history lesson or two in the process with a Little Italy Food & Drink Walking Tour.
Don’t worry about doing tons of hours of research, with a Little Italy Food & Drink Walking Tour, you’ll get to enjoy an authentic insider-only experience of what it’s like to live, eat and breathe Little Italy from cooking with nonna to shopping at the mercato (or open-air market) to sampling authentic Italian pizza.
I personally enjoy Italian food and think you can’t go wrong with this tour. If you too love food, fun and a little learning, this tour is a great Valentine’s choice for you and your par!
Boasting 4.7 stars, nearly 7,000 reviews, and a bay front dining experience, Coasterra on Harbor Island is one restaurant you absolutely have to try this Valentine’s Day!
This innovative and modern Baja-inspired Mexican restaurant offers an exquisite and romantic view of San Diego Bay, the Downtown San Diego skyline, and the Coronado Bridge. Book a reservation well in advance of the Valentine’s Day holiday so you don’t miss out on such a spectacular night out!
If romantic and classy is on your bucket list of things to experience, why not take an all-inclusive 2.5-hour long Classic Yacht Sailing Experience on a hand-restored 1914-styled sailboat while enjoying the sun set over San Diego Bay.
You’ll pass by popular San Diego landmarks such as the Maritime Museum, Coronado Bridge, and USS Midway, all while taking in the diverse wildlife from sea lions to dolphins. You might even learn a bit about the interesting History of the Coronado Bridge!
But be sure to hurry and make reservations! It’s likely to book up quickly.
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Many of these events book up early so make your reservations as soon as you can.
Whatever your interests and pleasure, San Diego offers a diverse range of fun, romantic and unforgettable activities for each and every couple this Valentine’s Day.
We hope you and your loved one enjoy your special night out and look forward to being your go-to guide in the future for all things holiday in San Diego!