Places to Propose Marriage on the East Coast

Valentine's Day Proposals in the Mid-Atlantic USA

Jan 27, 2009

Residents or visitors to the Mid-Atlantic area have many choices when it comes to romantic places for marriage proposals.

The marriage proposal should be special and one that will be remembered for a lifetime. Valentine's Day has always been a favorite time for proposals; nonetheless, this year it is even more so as the holiday falls on a Saturday.

Proposing in the Mid-Atlantic offers many opportunities for both unique and romantic proposals.

Marriage Proposals at Historical/Educational Sites in the Mid-Atlantic

The Mid-Atlantic is home to many of the most visited historical/educational sites. These landmarks can make for both a romantic and memorable proposal. Some places to consider include:

The Reflecting Pool or one of the monuments (i.e. the Lincoln Memorial or Washington Monument) at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
The Liberty Bell in Philadephia.
The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. (choose from many special locales including the Sculpture Garden).
The Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.
The American Visionary Art Museum (Inner Harbor) in Baltimore.
The U.S.S. Constellation (a warship housed in Baltimore).
The Philadephia Museum of Art.
The U.S.S. Constitution (a warship housed in Boston).
The Empire State Building (the Observation Deck) in New York City.

Proposing Marriage at Spas/Resorts in the Mid-Atlantic

Make it a special weekend by proposing at one of the many luxurious spas and resorts in the Mid-Atlantic such as:

Hershey Resort (a resort for chocolate lovers, located just outside of Harrisburg, PA).
The Poconos Mountains (romantic resort town in northeastern Pennsylvania).
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay (beautiful Four-Diamond resort and spa in Maryland with breathtaking views of the Choptank River).
Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa (a luxury, Four-Diamond hotel in Lake Placid, New York).
The Waldorf Astoria (extreme luxury in New York city).
Castle Hill Resort and Spa in Vermont (ideal for couples who enjoy skiing and other outdoor activities).

Other Special Places to Propose in the Mid-Atlantic

There are various other places as well in which to propose in the Mid-Atlantic. Make your proposal a unique one at one of these locales:

Top of the World (an observation deck in Baltimore).
Logan Circle Fountain in Philadelphia.
The ice skating rink at Central Park or Rockefeller Center in New York City.
The Love Scultpure in Philadelphia.
Propose on a dinner train such as the Wilmington Western Railroad in Delaware.

The possibilites for proposing marriage in the Mid-Atlantic are endless. In addition to the above, one can propose at a favorite sporting event, restaurant/cafe, broadway theater, symphony or one of the many jazz clubs on the east coast. With careful planning and just the right location, you are sure to get a response of flowing tears and a resounding - YES.

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