Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. The day of chocolates, love, sweet cards, cute gifts and of course – ROMANCE! Luckily, North Carolina is the perfect place for a romantic day. Between natural beauty, delicious restaurants with a view, and even charming towns. If you’re a last minute planner like myself, here are 16 ideas for that picture perfect day.

1. A romantic kiss beneath the beautiful Dry Falls. How romantic!
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2. A dinner with a 'vue' in Asheville at Vue 1913.
Vue 1913 Facebook
3. Stroll down the cobblestone streets of Winston-Salem hand-in-hand. Visit the museums and gardens.
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Don't forget to stop by the bridge for a romantic kiss!
Facebook / Old Salem Museums & Gardens
4. If you're in the Queen City grab a delicious dinner with an unbeatable view at Fahrenheit.
Facebook / Fahrenheit
5. Biltmore Estate is beyond romantic. It's perfect for an old-fashioned romantic or one who loves an elegant setting.
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Don't forget to take a stroll through the gardens for a bit of seclusion. Perfect for stealing a quick kiss or two.
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6. If you're in the Piedmont - waited till the last minute now everything is booked...Drive to the top of Pilot Mountain, pack a romantic picnic, and catch the sunset.
Flickr / Derrick Matthews
7. Take a Sunday drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Find a great overlook for a beautiful sunset view.
Flickr / Kim Seng
8. Prove your love is going in the right direction at Cape Lookout Lighthouse.
Flickr / Zach Frailey

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9. Hike Craggy Gardens Trail...it's like something from a fairytale!
Flickr / Selena N.B.H
The view from the top isn't so bad either!
Flickr / Sarath Kuchi
10. North Carolina has an abundance of beautiful vineyards and wineries. Perfect for a relaxed Sunday wine tasting.
Flickr / Jeff Frisbee
Treehouse Vineyards even has adorable treehouses available for rent!
Facebook / Treehouse Vineyards
11. It'd be unfair to say one beach is more romantic than another. Nothing beats the romance level of a beachside sunset cuddled up on the sand.
Terrah Hewett
12. McGill Rose Garden in Charlotte is wildly beautiful, perfect for a romantic picnic.
Yelp / Mark F.
13. Sarah P. Duke Gardens in Durham are perfect for a beautiful day in a beautiful place. Picnic, a stroll, even just enjoying each other's company.
Flickr / Orlando Contreras López
14. Go for a little thrill and a little love at Hanging Rock State Park. Hey, you can pop some bubbly and celebrate your special bond on a rock ledge...pretty cool.
Flickr / Susan Smith
15. Nothing says romance like French cuisine, a wine bar, and a riverside view at Le Catalan in Wilmington.
Le Catalan
16. And if all else fails, North Carolina is home to plenty of gorgeous wide-open fields away from it all....great for cuddling up in cozy blankets and stargazing.
Flickr / Alistair Nichol

Even if you’re single, these are great options for a girls’ night out or even a day trip to explore. What are your Valentine’s Day plans in North Carolina? What did you think of our list? Tell us in the comments!

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