Places to Propose in the Bay Area
Places to Propose in the Bay Area
Wilder Ranch
Wilder Ranch is a fun ranch just up the coast from Santa Cruz. It includes a beautiful hike out to the most epic cliff overlook that is the perfect spot for a memorable proposal.
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Los Altos Redwood Grove
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Palo Alto is this beautiful redwood grove. It's a beautiful and quiet spot. Perfect for a proposal!
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Gamble Garden
Gamble Garden is a beautiful garden in the heart of Palo Alto. There's a lovely gazebo, lots of great little areas to propose (and take photos!).
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Wayfare Tavern
If you'd like to propose at a restaurant, check out Wayfare Tavern in San Francisco. It's so classy and even has a special table inside a vault!
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Legion of Honor
There's a reason why so many photographers love this spot in San Francisco - it's GORGEOUS. The huge white columns would make for an epic proposal.
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Castello di Amorosa
Did you know there is an ACTUAL castle within driving distance of the Bay Area? Yup! Castello di Amorosa is a winery in Calistoga. It's a fairytale spot for a proposal, and you can go wine tasting inside the castle too!
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Potrero Hill
This spot is so unique because it looks like you are in the sky above San Francisco! It makes for amazing photos and a great proposal.
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Emerald Bay Lookout
Okay, not quite the Bay Area, but if you are headed to Lake Tahoe, make sure to bring your special someone to the Emerald Bay Lookout for a stunning proposal. I recommend going in the morning to avoid crowds (it gets super crowded).
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Sutro Baths
The ruins of the historic San Francisco Sutro Baths makes for a great proposal spot. Yes, it gets crowded (especially at sunset which is the best lighting), so choose a weekday if possible.
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Palace of the Fine Arts
This place is so colossal and amazing. A great spot for a San Francisco proposal.
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San Francisco City Hall
City Hall is one of the most gorgeous buildings in San Francisco. It's a great spot for proposals and photos. Best time to go is on a weekday morning, and make sure to get there early for parking and going through security.
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Lands End
This is the trail just above Sutro Baths in San Francisco. It's a favorite of photographers because of how beautiful it is. A great proposal spot (but try a weekday to avoid crowds).
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San Francisco Piers
Pier 7 and 14 are good spots for photos, but so is the walk along the water with the Bay Bridge in the background. Go for a stroll, find the spot, and propose!
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Santa Cruz Boardwalk
It's not only a great date spot, it's a great proposal spot, especially if you also had your first date here!
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Walton Lighthouse
This beach is a bit quieter than the main beaches, and it has a great lighthouse you can walk up to. It's a fun spot for a proposal and engagement photos.
Photos by ShootAnyAngle Photography