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11 Valentine's Day gift tips

Romantc ideas from Berlin

Couple on Valentine's Day
Couple on Valentine's Day © Getty Images, Foto: Martin dm

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and you want to surprise your loved one with something special? Berlin offers numerous opportunities to experience unforgettable moments together. From romantic boat trips to relaxing wellness experiences - here are 11 inspiring gift ideas for an unforgettable Valentine's Day in the capital.

Tip 1: Enjoy a romantic boat trip on the Spree

Wintertour Stern + Kreis
© Stern + Kreis

Experience Berlin from a new perspective and give each other the gift of a boat trip on the Spree. While you glide past the city's impressive sights, you can enjoy the togetherness and the view of Berlin's illuminated skyline. An unforgettable experience for lovers.

tickets for a boat trip

Tip 2: A personalised work of art as a Valentine's gift

Oberbaumbrücke
© DZT, Foto: Dagmar Schwelle

How about a creative and unique reminder of your love? On 14 February, you can have your portrait painted live by artist Sara Horwath at Spandau Arcaden - with a special twist! She will place your faces on imaginative burlesque motifs, be it glamorous in a champagne glass or stylish in a 1920s look. The campaign is free and perfect for anyone who wants to add a personal and artistic touch to their Valentine's Day gift!

When: 12pm - 6pm
Where: Spandau Arcaden, Klosterstraße 3, Spandau

Sara Horwath portraits live 

Tip 3: Relax together on a wellness day

Winter Wellness Area in Berlin
Wellness in winter © Getty Images, Foto: Kalo Vicent

Take a break from everyday life and treat yourselves to a wellness day at one of Berlin's many spas. Whether it's a sauna, massage or a shared bath - here you can unwind and recharge your batteries. A perfect gift to relax together.

Wellness in Berlin

Tip 4: Visit the ISTAF Indoor Berlin 2025

01.02.2019 Leichtathletik ISTAF Indoor
© Camera4

For sports-loving couples, the ISTAF Indoor Berlin is a special highlight. Be there live when top international athletes demonstrate their skills and compete in the various disciplines. Sprint, hurdles, long jump or pole vault - experience exciting competitions together in the Uber Arena and cheer on the athletes. Be inspired by the dynamics of the ISTAF Indoor! 

When: from 6 pm
Where: Uber Arena, Friedrichshain

 ISTAF Indoor Berlin 2025

Tip 5: Give the gift of sustainable fashion from LOVEco

LOVECO Shop - Vegan Fashion/Fair Trade
LOVECO Shop - Vegan Fashion/Fair Trade © Foto: Fideles Fuch/https://fidelesfuchs.com

Surprise your loved ones with stylish and sustainable fashion from LOVEco. In this Berlin shop you will find a selection of fairly produced clothing and great accessories to give as gifts. Since 2009, the store has worked exclusively with brands that are transparent and authentic. So you can rest assured that only sustainable materials are used and that ethically responsible production is behind it all. A gift that is not only beautiful, but also makes a statement for environmental awareness.

LOVEco Berlin

Tip 6: Visit Charlottenburg Palace together

The park of Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin in springtime
Spring at Charlottenburg Palace © visitBerlin, Foto: Dagmar Schwelle

Give yourselves the gift of an impressive journey into the past as you stroll through the magnificent halls of Charlottenburg Palace and admire the impressive architecture. Then explore the wintry palace park and enjoy the clear February air on a walk. When dusk falls and the palace is bathed in warm light, the special atmosphere makes for an unforgettable moment. For a romantic finale, the Schloss Café offers an exclusive couples' menu

When: 10 am to 5.30 pm
Where: Spandauer Damm 10 - 22, Charlottenburg

Tickets for Charlottenburg Palace

Tip 7: Be enchanted - A Valentine's evening full of music and nostalgia!

Essen und Trinken
© visitBerlin, Foto: GettyImages_Janina Steinmetz

Can love be a sin? Let yourself be enchanted by the magic of love on this special day! Immerse yourself in the glamorous world of German cinema and experience the most beautiful musical declarations of love in film history. Singer and musical actress Lasarah Sattler will whisk you away to a world full of romance, nostalgia and unforgettable melodies at the Theatre am Palais. Whether as a couple in love, with your loved one or simply as fans of great emotions - give the gift of a concert full of heartfelt moments. 

When: 19.30 h
Where: Theater am Palais, Am Festungsgraben, Mitte

CAN LOVE BE SINFUL?

Tip 8: Take a guided tour of Tempelhof Airport

Tempelhof Airport in Berlin
Tempelhof Airport in Berlin © visitBerlin, Foto: Janine Blechschmidt

Go on a fascinating journey through the history of the former Tempelhof Airport - the largest architectural monument in Europe. Explore hidden underground passages, exciting historical locations and uncover the secrets of this impressive building. A gift full of adventure, history and unforgettable impressions - for couples who want to go on a discovery tour together.

Where: Platz der Luftbrücke 5, Tempelhof

Tickets for Guided tour Mythos Tempelhof

Tip 9:  Enjoy a sweet temptation for Valentine's Day 

Truffles & Chocolates Berlin
Truffles & Chocolates © Getty Images, Foto: Yulia Naumenko

Chocolate is known to release happiness hormones....and tastes good! Not a bad idea to sweeten the best moments even more on Valentine's Day. Berlin has a rich, innovative range of pralines and chocolates ready for you and many shops will deliver the sweet temptation directly to your home. 

By the way: craving even more chocolate? From 24 February, Hauptstadtschokolade will be back under the new name BERLIN CHOC. It's worth taking a look at the site! And in mid-March, the Berlin Chocolate Festival 2025 will be taking place at the Arena, check it out.

Our ultimate chocolate tips

Tip 10:  Delight your loved ones with special Berlin moments 

Stylish Young Couple Take A Selfie In Front Of Local Architecture
Selfie in front of the Brandenburg Gate © Getty Images, Foto: Hinterhaus Productions

Surprise your loved ones with a gift that creates shared memories! Berlin offers countless opportunities for unforgettable moments for two - from romantic boat trips and fascinating exhibitions to special experiences in the city of love and history. With a voucher for Berlin, you can give the gift of precious time together. Simply choose, print and enjoy!

Voucher for Berlin

Tip 11: Get up close and personal at Madame Tussauds - with Berlin celebrities

Madame Tussauds Berlin
© Madame Tussauds Berlin

Having fun together, that's romance too. In the Berlin Wax Museum at Madame Tussauds, you can get up close and personal with all the greats of Berlin - whether Marlene Dietrich or David Bowie, Erich Honecker or rapper Capital Bra - look them in the eye and take funny selfies. Or interactively immerse yourself in fashion, football or party worlds.

When: 10 am - 6 pm
Where: Unter den Linden 74, Mitte

Madame Tussauds Berlin

Catrin Linde

Catrin

lives in Berlin for over 20 years and loves to travel the city. Preferrably by bike, she discovers the most exciting and interesting sides of Berlin. Across the city, across country and also off the beaten track. All posts