August is Romance Awareness Month, which means it’s time to turn up the heat (and not just because we’re in Texas). Whether you’re falling for someone new or keeping the spark alive with your long-time love, Austin is full of dreamy ways to remind your sweetheart just how much they mean to you. Check out some of our favorite date ideas to add some extra romance to your August.
1) Keep Austin Weird~ Out of the Ordinary Romance
Who says your dates have to be ordinary. This is Austin and we like to Keep Austin Weird! Here are some of our favorite romantic spots that are anything but traditional. We love Sparky Park for it’s quirky cool artistry, Lala’s Little Nugget for its year-round Christmas cheer, and Esther’s Follies for its entertainment value and for being an Austin icon.
2) Uncork Romance at a Wine Bar~ Cheers to Love
Nothing says “we’re fancy now” like a wine date. Austin has some truly fantastic wine bars that are perfect spots to uncork some romance with your sweetheart. We love Cape Bottle Room, Vintage Bookstore & Wine Bar, Wanderlust Wine Collective, & Rosie’s Wine Bar. No matter which wine bar you pick, this is a smooth way to elevate any weeknight into a grape love story.
3) Romance in the Garden~ Let Love Bloom
It’s time to stop and smell the roses! Head to one of Austin’s incredible gardens and enjoy the scenery and serenity as you stroll along, hand-in-hand, with your sweetheart. We love the Zilker Botanical Garden, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and the Now & Forever Garden. These gardens are all great spots to propose too! We recommend going earlier in the day when it’s cooler.
4) Spa-tacular Date~ Relax & Reconnect
You and your sweetheart deserve some TLC, so it’s time to book some services at one of our favorite spas. Relax together and let the professionals melt the stress away. Our favorite spas for a relaxing and reconnecting with your sweetheart are Spa Reveil, Lake Austin Spa Resort, and Lakeway Resort & Spa. Whether you are getting a couple’s massage, enjoying a luxurious facial, or reconnecting and rejuvenating in the sauna room, this is a date that you both will enjoy.
5) Book a Baecation~ Getaway for a Little Romance
A baecation is a great way to add some extra romance to your relationship. Want to stay in Austin, we don’t blame you! Book a romantic stay at Colton House Hotel, Hotel San Jose, the Driskill Hotel, or the Carpenter Hotel. Or check out a cozy bed & breakfast or guest house. We love the Wizard’s Guest Cottage, Strickland Arms Bed & Breakfast, Park Lane Guest House, and Firesong Ranch. If you want to get out of Austin and go on an adventure, plan a baecation to one of our other Texas Romantic Spots like Houston, Fredericksburg, Fort Worth, Waco, San Antonio, or Galveston.
Romance isn’t just a feeling, it’s an action. So whether you’re planning a grand gesture or a simple moment that makes their heart skip, Austin has all the swoon-worthy spots you need to make August unforgettable. Take the time, make the effort, and show your person just how lucky you are to love (and be loved) in this beautiful city. Now go out there and make August a month of romance!
