The most romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe

Here's our list of the most romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe.

There is never a shortage of romantic things for couples to do in the historic Spanish city. The gastronomic offerings alone are well worth booking multiple flights to Madrid any time of the year! But what really makes this Spanish city an ideal destination for romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe is the abundance of sights and activities that take the romance to new heights.

Right on top of this list is the flamenco. This dance that Madrid is most known for is all about fiery, intimate passion and can inject some romantic energy into your Madrid date night. You and your partner can either book tickets for a flamenco show or combine the best of Madrid with a dinner and flamenco lesson!

Beyond the amorous energy, and the beat of the guitar and castanets of the flamenco stage, Madrid offers even more reasons why it is a choice destination for your romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe. The Royal Palace is ideal for slow dates, while the Temple of Debod is the perfect place to get a snapshot of your romantic escapade. For dates over tapas and dinner, the restaurant options at the Literary Quarter will never disappoint!

The Most Romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe: Hotels in Madrid that We Love

If it's romance that you're after, you can never go wrong with spending many a romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe, in the comfort of these Madrid hotels:

· VP Plaza España Design

· Hotel Villa Real Madrid

· Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid

No list about the most romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe is ever complete without Paris, France. Paris is loaded with sights, sounds, and flavours that make for a truly unforgettable Valentine's Day celebration. There is little doubt in anyone's mind to why Paris is known as "the City of Love," or why this is a highly favoured destination for romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe.

You don't really have to do much to feel the love in Paris. You can go for a stroll along the streets of Paris, or have an intimate conversation over cups of Paris' famous chocolat chaud inside a Parisian café. But why stop there when you can spend your date with the best of Paris as your backdrop? Topping our list is going aboard a scenic dinner cruise on the River Seine, but a private romantic horse and carriage ride through Paris' most famous landmarks also makes for an unforgettable Parisian Valentine's date.

The Most Romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe: Hotels in Paris that We Love

Take the romance to the next level and spend your Parisian Valentine's Day getaway at these hotels:

· Hôtel Vernet

· Hotel Balzac Champs Elysees Paris

· Hôtel Lancaster Paris Champs-Elysées

Venice is a European destination for all seasons, but this Italian favourite is an especially dreamy for romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe. As a city of romance and the birthplace of the lore and legend of Casanova, Venice offers plenty of activities for couples to celebrate the feast of St. Valentine.

You can spend the day aboard a private gondola and coast through the canals of Venice while being serenaded with an Italian love song. You can also visit the city's famed palazzos and landmarks, like the Piazza San Marco and the Doge Palace, or book tickets to catch a performance at the historic Teatro la Fenice.

And before the day is over, seal your Valentine's Day escapade with a kiss above the Bridge of Sighs, and a taste of la dolce vita - the sweet life - over a glass of authentic Venetian Bellini.

The Most Romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe: Hotels in Venice that We Love:

Make your romantic Valentine's Day getaway even more memorable, and stay at these hotels:

· The St. Regis Venice

· Hotel San Luca Venezia

· Royal San Marco

Bavaria is undeniably one of the most stunning regions in all of Germany, and right at the heart of it is the charming city of Munich. Its grand palaces, well-preserved Gothic cathedrals, and quaint little cafés are just some of the reasons why Munich is on our definitive list of the best destinations for romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe.

It's easy to fill a Valentine's Day itinerary in Munich. You can start your day with a visit to the lavish Munich Residenz, admire the beauty of its gilded hallways, elaborate frescoes, and treasured collections inside the palace's Museum that take you back to Bavaria's Golden Age. You can then take a quick, 15-minute ride to the nearby Nymphenburg Palace, whose frescoes can rival the beauty of those found at the Residenz.

Afterwards, you can wind down with a leisurely stroll and enjoy the sights of the old, luxurious buildings on Sendlingerstrasse before tucking into a hidden café to share a lovely dinner and a slice of Munich's famous Prinzregententorte cake.

The Most Romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe: Hotels in Munich that We Love:

A Valentine's Day getaway to Munich deserves a room at some of the city's most romantic hotels:

· Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor - a Concept by Hyatt

· Le Méridien Munich

· Sofitel Munich Bayerpost

As far as romantic European destinations go, Edinburgh does not get enough love. Paris, Madrid, and Venice almost always dominate the lists of destinations for the most romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe, but we're here to prove that Edinburgh can give all these other cities fair competition. And before you know it, you'll find yourself searching for flights to Edinburgh.

If your idea of a romantic date is to treat your lover like royalty on your Valentine's Day date, you can never go wrong with an afternoon tea at the Palace of Holyrood. The Palace, which also happens to be Queen Elizabeth's residence during her visits to Edinburgh, hosts their afternoon tea service at the Café at the Palace, offering lavish spreads and unrivalled views of the sprawling Mews Courtyard. Come night-time, you can escape into the Royal Observatory for a memorable night of stargazing for an out-of-this-world way to end your Valentine's evening.

And should you want to add authentic Scottish energy to your perfect Valentine's Day date in Edinburgh, we couldn't think of anything more exciting, more romantic, and more Scottish than dancing the ceilidh. You and your partner can take part in ceilidh gatherings at many local pubs across the city, where your date is as much a crash course in folk dancing and a party in one.

The Most Romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe: Hotels in Edinburgh that We Love:

The only thing better than a romantic Valentine's Day getaway in Edinburgh is to stay in some of our favourite Edinburgh hotels:

· Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel

· InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an Ihg Hotel

· The Knight Residence by Mansley Serviced Apartments Edinburgh

There you have it: the most romantic Valentine's Day getaways in Europe! Where are you and your sweetheart off to this year?