We know how stressful it can be to plan the perfect marriage proposal in a time when everyone is trying to beat the other person with the best Instagram-worthy proposal. Let us help you get started by giving you a list of the best places to ask her to marry you. On the list, there are also some great ideas for proposals that you can use on your own special day.

Note: Make sure that the proposal you plan is something that both you and your partner want. When someone is shy, they might not want to be the center of attention in public and would rather have a private moment with you. If someone likes being the center of attention, they might not be as happy about being asked to marry them in a quiet restaurant. 

There are many beautiful places in the world that would be great for a marriage proposal. Here is a list of our favorite places from around the world to propose.

1. Center Park in New York City

Central Park is the biggest green area in Manhattan, so it gets a lot of visitors from all over the world. Many hot Hollywood movies have used it as the setting for love scenes, and both New Yorkers and tourists have a special place in their hearts for it. Although the park is very big and has many beautiful spots, the Bethesda Fountain, the terrace of the Belvedere Castle, the Bow Bridge, and the John Lennon Memorial are some of the most popular places for individuals to ask for marriage.

 

2. One World Trade Center, New York City

The Empire State Building is one of the best examples of how quickly America rose in the 20th century. The fact that this building is over 100 stories tall shows how strong and hardworking Americans are. Like many other places in New York City, it’s been the perfect setting for love stories set in the present day, tragedies set in the past, and everything in between.  

You might want to ask her to marry you at the top of the Empire State Building if you like movies, buildings, or history. The building is not only beautiful, but it’s also one of the most famous in the country. Try to get there early enough to see the city come to life below you as the sun goes down. This is a great spot and time to ask her to marry you. Afterward, you can go party at one of the nearby Midtown bars or restaurants.

3. The Eiffel Tower in Paris

There is no doubt that the Eiffel Tower in Paris is one of the most famous sites in the world. Like Central Park or the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, it has been the setting for many movies, and the sight of it makes you think of love.

You can ask someone to marry you while standing on top of the beautiful structure, but there are many other romantic spots near the Eiffel Tower that could work just as well. For example, the beautiful gardens that surround the tower or the many buildings that line the park’s edges could be just as romantic. You might be able to avoid some of the crowds at Paris’s most famous site if you choose to visit from a spot near the tower instead of on it. For those who live in bad weather, it can also help you figure out what’s wrong. 

The best part is that you can get pictures with the Eiffel Tower in the background that you can then show off to your friends. Once they say yes, you can either walk or take the lift to the very top of the tower to toast your new life together as a married couple with a glass of champagne.

4. MT’s Glacier National Park

This beautiful National Park has hundreds of miles of hiking trails, lots of glaciers, and some truly epic scenery. It would be a great place for two outdoor lovers to ask each other to marry them. We think you’ll be able to make this a weekend trip because it’s so far away. If you plan ahead, you can even take the Amtrak train and start your romantic trip early while taking in the beautiful scenery. Check out the Ultimate Guide to Visiting Glacier National Park to learn more about how to plan a trip to this beautiful place.

5. In Mexico’s Guanajuato

You might want to propose marriage in a colorful and charming Spanish-style city, but you don’t want to take a long flight across the Atlantic. Instead, you could go to Guanajuato, Mexico. You can’t beat it when it comes to places that look like they belong in a fairy tale. It’s surrounded by hills and has twisting streets lined with beautiful colonial architecture. There is even a story that the people who worked on the Disney hit Coco loved Guanajuato so much that they used it as a model for the Land of the Dead. There are direct flights to Guanajuato International Airport from a number of US places, such as Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and one more. It takes less than 30 minutes to get by taxi to the city’s ancient center.

6. In Turkey, Cappadocia

The area around Cappadocia, which is known for its fairy chimneys and hoodoos that look like phallic symbols, seems to be from another world. There are many outdoor activities, like hiking, horseback riding, and more. But a hot air balloon ride is one of the best and, rightfully, most popular ways to see this magical area. If you plan early enough, you should be able to get a private hot air balloon ride. This will give you the space to get up the nerve to ask them to marry you, celebrate when they say yes, and then take a moment to cuddle while you take in the view. Just make sure you don’t lose the engagement ring.

There are many local flights that connect Cappadocia to Istanbul, making it easy to get there. Most tourists fly into Kayseri, which is about an hour and a half from Cappadocia and can be reached by rental car or public transportation.

7. New Greece: Santorini

Santorini is a place that really does look like it’s not real. Its pretty whitewashed houses with blue accents sit high on a hill above the Adriatic Sea in southeastern Europe. The streets may even make you pinch your arm to remind yourself that this is a real place as you walk through them. 

There are many public places where you can ask her to marry you, but one of the best options might be to book a large room at a beachfront hotel. It can get really crowded in Santorini, especially in the summer or during holidays. If you have your own room with a great view, you can ask the big question without worrying about large groups of people being around you.

Getting to Santorini is easy. First, fly to Athens, and then take a boat. Before you go to your romantic getaway on a Greek island, you’ll have time to see the ancient city that is home to the Acropolis and many other historical places.

8. Italy, Venice

Venice, Italy is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Venice is a very special city with a network of beautiful canals that make it easy to find romantic spots to ask someone to marry you. A boat ride is one of the best ways to see the city and its many waterways, but it can get crowded with tourists. You can skip the crowds on Venice’s small streets this way and see the city like the city’s kings and queens did hundreds of years ago. You can ask the love of your life to spend the rest of their life with you while you’re under a famous landmark like the Rialto Bridge. 

9. The Indian Taj Mahal

People around the world think that the Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It was built by Shah Jahan in the 1600s to remember his late wife, who died while giving birth. An engagement proposal would look great there, and after the big moment, you can go to one of the many restored forts in Rajasthan that have been turned into fancy and lovely hotels. 

Agra is home to the Taj Mahal. Delhi, one of the entrances to India, is only a short train ride away. Like Jaipur and Jodhpur, Agra is full of historical sites that you can see as part of a longer trip through northern India. You can also go back to Delhi and see its many historical sites. 

10. The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon really is the world’s biggest canyon. This beautiful natural feature covers a lot of Northern Arizona. As you look down at its bands of different colors, you can see millions of years of history. If you like to hike, there are many trails that lead down into the canyon. You can also walk along the edge of the canyon to get a better look at different parts of it. 

The North Rim and the South Rim are the names of two different parts of the canyon. The South Rim is by far the more famous side, so there will probably be a lot of tourists there when you get there. People will be much less crowded on the North Rim of the canyon if you choose to go there. That being said, keep in mind that there aren’t many places to stay; there is only one national park lodge inside the park. Most of the time, these places get booked up very quickly, so you’ll need to book months ahead of time or keep checking back to see if anyone cancels at the last minute. The South Rim is open all year, but the North Rim is only open in the summer.

A helicopter trip that leaves from Las Vegas is one of the best ways to see the canyon. When you fly high above it and look down at the beautiful views, you will really feel like you are on top of the world. There are many helicopter trips throughout the day, but because this is a special time with your loved one, you should book your flight a long time in advance. 

11. Phoenix’s Sedona

Sedona, Arizona is one of the most beautiful places in the southwestern United States. It is surrounded by dramatic red rock hills. A lot of great hiking trails and cool vertex tours are out there for you to check out. You can also go to one of the nearby wellness resorts to heal both the inside and the outside of you. 

Tip: Devil’s Bridge might be the right place to pop the question. This is one of Arizona’s most famous spots, and it makes for a truly unique background for the right proposal photos. It can get very busy during the day, so try to get there as early as you can in the morning. You can even get a professional photographer to come out and take pictures of you on the bridge if you plan it really, really well. 

Sedona is easy to get to from both Phoenix and Las Vegas, which makes it a great place to stop on a road trip or spend the weekend. Some of the most beautiful hiking trails and famous sites are only a short drive from the city center. This is one of the best things about Sedona, in our view. This means there are a lot of great places to propose to your girlfriend. Check out our list of the Best Things to Do in Sedona, Arizona if you want to learn more about what this place has to offer. 

12. Hawaii’s Maui

Maui is known for having some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and a wide range of fun things to do while you’re there. We almost forgot to say that it has some truly epic scenery. Hawaii has always been a dream place, so what better place to start your new life together? Maui lets you ask your partner to marry you anywhere, from the top of a volcano to the bottom of the ocean. Check out this list of the Best Things to Do in Maui to learn more about what the island has to offer. 

13. Spain, Barcelona

People have been coming to Barcelona, Spain for hundreds of years because of its beautiful Gaudi architecture and lively cobblestone streets full of buskers. There are many cute areas in the city that are worth seeing. You can have fun in the sun at the beach too. There are lots of cute little tapas bars in the city that could be great places to ask her to marry you. You could also go to the famous Park Guell, which looks like a botanical garden and has strange Gaudi sculptures and designs all over it. 

14. Prague in the Czech Republic

Prague is a great place to visit because it is one of the most beautiful and well-kept big towns in Europe. The beautiful Old Town doesn’t seem to have changed much in the last 400 years, and the New Town and Mala Strana neighborhoods are just as charming on their own. You can walk on the cobblestone streets around the main area, ride a bike along the Vltava River, or visit any of the many art and history museums. 

There are a lot of beer spas where you can bathe in different kinds of hops and malt, which are very good for your skin and a great way to try something new. Plus, you can drink as much beer as you want while you’re there!

15. China Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a unique city that should be explored. It has one of the highest numbers of skyscrapers in the world, and it sits beautifully above a sparkling blue ocean. Although Hong Kong might not be as sweet as Paris or Rome, it has a lively and energetic vibe that is hard to find elsewhere. This could make it the perfect place to ask someone to marry you. Day hikes through beautiful scenery, junk boat rides through the bay, and dancing at one of the many bars in Wan Chai or Lan Kwai Fong at night are all things that you can do. There are so many spas in the city that you can even find time for a massage or haircut. 

Many romantic spots can be found in the city, such as many high-end, fine-dining places with excellent service. You can eat some of the best food in Eastern Asia, whether you like real Chinese food or food from the West. 

16. New Zealand’s Auckland

Auckland is surrounded by water on all sides, with the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean. It really lives up to its name as the City of Sails. Auckland is a great place to start exploring New Zealand’s many attractions, but it’s also a very beautiful city on its own. To see some of the wineries on Waikiki Island, you can take a boat while you’re there. The wineries there range from small, family-run businesses to high-end, private ones. You can also go on one of the many climbing trails, climb up to the Auckland Domain to see the city skyline, or ride one of the America’s Cup sailboats around Auckland Harbor, which is a fun way to pass the time. At the end of the day, you can go to the Viaduct, which has many bars and restaurants. 

It is important to remember that Auckland is an expensive place to visit because of how much it costs to get there and stay there. To help pay for the high cost of going there, it’s smart to book your lodging well in advance to see if you can get the best deal.