- Avarna Jain,
Chairperson RPSG Lifestyle Media
Let your love find a city of its own, one where it belongs...

Falling in love has always been a vibe, and when it is in February, you know it calls for celebration. With all the romantic days just ahead, the calendar’s now pretty much booked for couples. But one question that remains: what’s the best place to celebrate Valentine’s with your significant other? While every place is romantic if it is with the person you love, it still takes a special place to make or break your celebrations. And when it is about finding the most romantic cities to celebrate your love, it has to be one of the best.
So, if you are looking for that one city that can celebrate your love with you, with its ever-so-romantic aesthetics, be it the architecture or just the nature in its full bloom, here is a list of some of the cities across the globe that can mirror your romance with its soft aesthetics.

Rome is romance on hard mode. Think ancient ruins, candlelit trattorias, and streets that feel like a love story waiting to happen. You can share gelato by the Trevi Fountain, wander hand-in-hand through cobblestone lanes, and let history, wine, and stolen kisses do the flirting for you. If you want motivation, maybe watch Only You and fall in love with not just your partner but also the city all over again.

Do you even need to ask why? Paris doesn’t try; it just is one of the most romantic cities in the world, with the Eiffel Tower sparkling in the background. Take moonlit walks along the Seine, soft jazz spilling from cafés, and sunsets that turn everything golden. From the Eiffel Tower sparkles to quiet Montmartre corners, Paris makes falling in love (or deeper in it) feel effortless and cinematic every single time.

Zurich is not the loud kind of city. It houses understated romance at its finest. With snow-dusted views, serene lakeside walks, and cosy cafés perfect for lingering conversations, it makes for the perfect place to spend some quality time with your partner. It’s where love slows down with warm fondue, crisp air, and moments that feel intimate and only yours, wrapped in Swiss precision and postcard-worthy beauty.

Amsterdam has that soft romance energy, the one where the sweet nothings linger in the air till a little later. You can take canal cruises at dusk, or go biking past historic houses, and maybe even visit the cafés that are meant for hours, not minutes. It’s charming without trying too hard, making it perfect for couples who love laughter, late-night talks, and finding beauty in simple, everyday moments together.

Seoul is romance with a heartbeat. Neon-lit nights, cute cafés, matching couple moments, and views from Namsan Tower that feel straight out of a K-drama. From street-food dates to quiet palace walks, Seoul effortlessly blends modern love with old-soul charm.

Kyoto is the slow, poetic kind of love that exists in the in-between and often even in the background. Cherry blossoms, lantern-lit streets, and temples that invite quiet reflection together. It’s all about the little shared moments of silence, sipping tea together, and walking through history hand in hand. Kyoto proves romance doesn’t need noise; it just needs feeling and presence.