Valentine’s Day: every couple’s favourite day, and every single person’s most dreaded. But no matter if you’re spending it with your significant other or your friends, Metro Vancouver is full of amazing things to do that are perfect for the year’s most romantic day.
From strolling beautiful lights to sitting down at a delicious restaurant, we’ve compiled everything worth doing on Valentine’s Day in Metro Vancouver.
Everything Worth Doing On Valentine’s Day In Metro Vancouver
Restaurants
The classic Valentine’s Day date: a romantic meal at an even more romantic restaurant. We’ve compiled a list of every restaurant around Metro Vancouver that your date is guaranteed to love. Just don’t forget to make a reservation!
- Winterlust at H Tasting Lounge: Ever wanted to dine in a dome? Now you can, and under the stars!
- Nuba: A feel-good Lebanese taverna that celebrates authenticity with a modern twist.
- Pizzeria Spacca Napoli: Authentic, fresh, and an award-winning Neapolitan pizzeria.
- Marcello Ristorante: Love Italian classics? Then this is the place to be.
- Miku: A favourite waterfront spot specializing in aburi sushi.
- Anh and Chi: Run by a brother and sister duo, Anh and Chi has undoubtedly some of the best Vietnamese food in Vancouver.
- Per Se Social Corner: Moody and intimate, this place is a Yaletown favourite for a good reason.
- Black + Blue: A fine-dining steak and seafood spot with impeccable vibes.
- Dix: Everything is $10. Need we say more?
- Sumibiyaki Arashi: Japanese cuisine at its finest.
- Sushi Hyun: The ultimate omakase experience.
- Nightingale: Farm to table, Nightingale is all about keeping things fresh and locally sourced.
- Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House: A Vancouver classic, serving up American cuisine.
- Elio Volpe: Bringing the Italian South straight to the Pacific Northwest.
Bars and Speakeasies
Maybe you’re a bit more casual, or maybe your date prefers a good drink instead of a meal. Check out one (or a ton) or these amazing bars and speakeasies around the city, complete with moody lighting and romantic atmospheres.
- Bagheera: Hidden in Vancouver’s Chinatown, serving world-class cocktails.
- Call Me Back: Retro, moody, and packed with personality.
- The Barn Country Bar: Perfect for folks who love Southern charm and a Western atmosphere.
- Arcana Spirit Lounge: Cool occult themes, replete with candles and eerie dark touches.
- The Stock Room: A low-key hangout spot with amazing drinks, a pool table, and delicious smash burgers from the restaurant.
- Laowai: For the mysterious and glamorous, tucked behind a fake freezer.
- Key Party: Located behind an inconspicuous accounting office while offering delicious cocktails.
- D/6 Bar & Lounge: Swanky and secretive with innovative drinks like their Crouching Tiger or Emperor’s Sour.
- The Narrow Lounge: A narrow space, like its name, and brought to you by the same minds behind Key Party.
- Guilt & Co: This underground bar has a wide variety of bites and sips, as well as shareables.
- Hello Goodbye Bar: A subterranean bar in the heart of Yaletown.
Hikes
If your date is on the outdoorsy side, then they’ll definitely want to take a stroll through one of Metro Vancouver’s many trails. At this time of the year, they’re certain to be beautiful (but not as beautiful as your date!).
- Norvan Falls: This intermediate hike is in the serene Lynn Headwaters Regional Park and has over 14km of trails to discover.
- Burnaby Mountain: A hike with 7.5kms of trails to explore, which takes about 3 hours roundtrip.
- Crystal Falls: Wander through the dense forest full of lush trees before stumbling across the cascading falls.
- Foreshore Trail: Tackle this Vancouver trail for an easy 5km hike with lots of stunning scenery to see along the way.
- Kennedy Falls: The spectacular Kennedy Falls is a stunning sight to see after a rugged hike in the back country.
- Fort to Fort Trail: This popular family-friendly trail connects the Fort Langley National Historical Museum with the site of the original fort near Derby Reach Regional Park.
- Cypress Falls: The perfect day trip located just 30 minutes from Vancouver.
- Sasamat Lake: Located near Port Moody, this spot features 8kms of trails round trip and has an elevation gain of about 100 meters.
Classically Romantic
These dates are well-loved for a reason. From strolling beautiful lights to crafting together, here are some date ideas that are perfect for couples who like to keep it classic.
- Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park: Lighting up once again for Valentine’s Day is the Capilano Suspension Bridge! Share a kiss with your date while you stand on this legendary bridge, and be sure to enjoy all the beautifully dazzling lights.
- Clay Dates: Try making some ceramics with your date and connecting over your creativity together.
- The Show Cellar: Laughter always makes a date better. Catch a comedic, high-energy show that’s sure to have you both doubled over.
For The Competitive Couples
Are you and your date the competitive types? These date ideas are great if you and them love some excitement and friendly competition.
- Speeders: If fast cars are you and your date’s thing, then this will be a night to remember.
- The Rec Room: Good eats, great games, and amazing drinks. What’s not to love?
- Escape Rooms: Metro Vancouver is packed with tons of escape rooms, which are amazing great ideas if you and your date love puzzles and breaking records.
- Sports Matches: You may not be playing against one another, but there’s nothing like a good game to bring folks together.
Low-Cost
Vancouver is expensive, but that’s a statement that surprises nobody. But that doesn’t mean your Valentine’s Day plans have to break the bank. Here’s a selection a low-cost date ideas that are just as romantic as a $300 steak dinner.
- Stargazing: There’s nothing more romantic than heading outside and seeing the sparkling stars. Metro Vancouver is full of amazing locations that snuff out the light pollution and allow you to see the constellations.
- Movies: Cineplex has monthly deals that lets you watch films for just $3.99! It’s great for couples who like a good, casual movie night.
- Cafés: A Valentine’s date doesn’t have to be at a fancy restaurant. For the coffee-lovers, Metro Vancouver has plenty of lovely and romantic cafés that will have your date swooning.
- Museums: For those who like to learn, Metro Vancouver’s many museums offer the chance to get your brain working. A number of them are also free, as well as low-pricing.
Need even more date ideas? Check out our Events Calendar for everything else going on in Metro Vancouver, so you know exactly what’s going on.
