Marriage Proposal Spots in America
It’s proposal season! Setting the stage for that heart-stopping moment when you drop to one knee? Aside from the ring, the next most important decision to be made is where to pop the question. But where to choose? America is blessed with magical locations for beautiful marriage proposals - these include:
Therefore, we at Mixbook conducted a survey of 3,000 singles to find out where in America they would almost like to be proposed to, with some interesting and varied results!
1. Sunset Cliffs Natural Park. San Diego, California.
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park in San Diego emerged as the top location for a marriage proposal in America, due to its breathtaking views, seclusion, and intimate atmosphere. However, it wasn't the only California location to make the list. Californian locations appeared 3 times in the top 10, and featured 8 times overall. Including The Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, Lake Merritt in Oakland, and the Japanese Friendship Garden in San Jose.
2. Tampa Riverwalk. Tampa, Florida.
In second place came the Tampa Riverwalk. With its shimmering waters of the Hillsborough River, lush greenery, and well-maintained landscaping, it provides a stunning backdrop for a memorable proposal. Florida had an additional 5 locations that made the top 250, including the Cummer Museum and Gardens in Jacksonville.
3. The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Dallas, Texas.
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden emerged as the 3rd most popular location for a marriage proposal. The garden is renowned for its natural beauty, featuring stunning displays of flowers, lush greenery, and meticulously manicured landscapes. This picturesque setting creates a romantic and enchanting atmosphere, providing an idyllic backdrop for a memorable (and Instagrammable) proposal.
4. Denver Botanic Gardens. Denver, Colorado.
The fourth most popular location was the Denver Botanic Gardens. Nestled in the heart of Denver, this urban oasis offers a captivating blend of lush gardens, serene ponds, and breathtaking vistas, making it an idyllic backdrop for a romantic gesture.
5. Cummer Museum and Gardens. Jacksonville, Florida.
In fifth place was the Cumner Museum and Gardens. Situated on the banks of the St. Johns River, this enchanting museum boasts stunning gardens that are a true oasis of tranquility and romance. As you wander hand in hand through the meticulously manicured gardens, you will be surrounded by a diverse collection of plants, charming pathways, and peaceful water features.
6. The Angel Oak Tree. Johns Island, South Carolina.
The Angel Oak Tree on Johns Island, South Carolina, provides an awe-inspiring and majestic backdrop that would make a truly unforgettable location for a marriage proposal. This iconic live oak tree is estimated to be over 400 years old, standing tall and strong with its sprawling branches and mesmerizing presence. As you and your partner stand beneath the towering canopy of the Angel Oak, you will be surrounded by a sense of ancient wisdom and natural beauty.
7. Point Woronzof Park. Anchorage, Alaska.
Situated at the western end of Anchorage, and in 7th place, Point Woronzof Park in Alaska offers panoramic views of the vast and majestic Cook Inlet, framed by the stunning backdrop of the Chugach Mountains. As you and your partner stand on the rugged cliffs overlooking the sparkling waters and snow-capped peaks, you will be surrounded by a sense of awe-inspiring beauty and tranquility.
8. The Charles River Esplanade. Cambridge, Massachusetts.
The Charles River Esplanade in Cambridge, Massachusetts, offers a captivating and romantic atmosphere that would make an exquisite location for a marriage proposal. This iconic park stretches along the banks of the Charles River, providing a picturesque setting with breathtaking views of the city skyline and the shimmering waters. As you and your partner stroll along the tree-lined pathways or find a cozy spot by the river's edge, you'll be immersed in a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
9. The Conservatory of Flowers. San Francisco, California.
In 9th place is The Conservatory of Flowers, in San Francisco.Nestled within Golden Gate Park, this Victorian-era greenhouse is a true gem, showcasing a stunning collection of exotic and rare plants from around the world. As you and your partner step into the Conservatory's lush and vibrant spaces, you will be surrounded by a kaleidoscope of colors, intoxicating scents, and the gentle sound of trickling water.
10. Griffith Observatory. Los Angeles, California.
And rounding up the top ten is the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles. Perched high on a hill in Griffith Park, the observatory provides panoramic views of the sprawling cityscape, the glittering lights of Los Angeles, and the vast expanse of the night sky. As you and your partner explore the grounds and ascend to the observation decks, you will be captivated by the sense of wonder and the endless possibilities that the universe holds.
Ranking 11th to 250th: Featured in the rankings are locations such as Price Tower in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Storybook Land in Aberdeen South Dakota, or Wind Point Lighthouse in Racine, Wisconsin. You can view the entire list in our following table:
| Ranking | Location | State |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Mount Pleasant: Pitt Street Bridge | South Carolina |
| 12 | Honolulu: Magic Island | Hawaii |
| 13 | Jersey City: Liberty State Park | New Jersey |
| 14 | Glendale: Sahuaro Ranch Park | Arizona |
| 15 | North Miami Beach: The Ancient Spanish Monastery | Florida |
| 16 | Albuquerque: Albuquerque BioPark Botanic Garden | New Mexico |
| 17 | Lexington: The Lexington Opera House | Kentucky |
| 18 | Boston: The Boston Harborwalk | Massachusetts |
| 19 | Philadelphia: One Liberty Observation Deck | Pennsylvania |
| 20 | Burlington: Shelburne Farms | Vermont |
| 21 | Butte: The Copper King Mansion | Montana |
| 22 | Danville: The Danville Riverwalk Trail | Virginia |
| 23 | Germantown: Black Hill Regional Park | Maryland |
| 24 | Goffstown: The Uncanoonuc Mountain Preserve | New Hampshire |
| 25 | Montpelier: Vermont State House Gardens | Vermont |
| 26 | Grand Forks: The Japanese Gardens | North Dakota |
| 27 | Hilo: Liliuokalani Gardens | Hawaii |
| 28 | Orlando: Lake Eola Park | Florida |
| 29 | Philadelphia: Philadelphia Magic Gardens | Pennsylvania |
| 30 | Little Rock: Arkansas River Trail and Junction Bridge | Arkansas |
| 31 | Paterson: Lambert Castle | New Jersey |
| 32 | Lincoln: Sunken Gardens | Nebraska |
| 33 | Aberdeen: Storybook Land | South Dakota |
| 34 | Grand Prairie: Prairie Lights | Texas |
| 35 | Lee's Summit: Powell Gardens | Missouri |
| 36 | Miami: The Venetian Pool | Florida |
| 37 | San Francisco: Palace of Fine Arts | California |
| 38 | Phoenix: Desert Botanical Garden | Arizona |
| 39 | Sacramento: Tower Bridge | California |
| 40 | Athens: The Foundry | Georgia |
| 41 | Kaneohe: Byodo-In Temple | Hawaii |
| 42 | Las Vegas: The Bellagio Fountains | Nevada |
| 43 | NYC: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Rooftop Garden | New York |
| 44 | Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods | Colorado |
| 45 | Londonderry: The Mack's Apples Farm | New Hampshire |
| 46 | Norfolk: Norfolk Botanical Garden | Virginia |
| 47 | Peoria: Grandview Drive | Illinois |
| 48 | San Francisco: The de Young Museum Observation Deck | California |
| 49 | Tacoma: Museum of Glass | Washington |
| 50 | Carson City: Nevada State Capitol Grounds | Nevada |
| 51 | Buffalo: Darwin D. Martin House | New York |
| 52 | Little Rock: The Old Mill | Arkansas |
| 53 | Naperville: Riverwalk | Illinois |
| 54 | Parma: The Maria's Field of Hope | Ohio |
| 55 | Reno: The Reno Arch | Nevada |
| 56 | Ann Arbor: Matthaei Botanical Gardens | Michigan |
| 57 | Caldwell: Indian Creek Plaza | Idaho |
| 58 | Las Vegas: The Eiffel Tower | Nevada |
| 59 | Montgomery: The Blount Cultural Park | Alabama |
| 60 | Nampa: Lakeview Park | Idaho |
| 61 | San Antonio: Marriage Island | Texas |
| 62 | San Jose: Japanese Friendship Garden | California |
| 63 | Atlanta: Jackson Street Bridge | Georgia |
| 64 | Fort Worth: Fort Worth Botanic Garden | Texas |
| 65 | Spokane: The Historic Davenport Hotel | Washington |
| 66 | Austin: Mount Bonnell | Texas |
| 67 | Cranston: Pawtuxet Village | Rhode Island |
| 68 | NYC: Central Park Boathouse | New York |
| 69 | Virginia Beach: Cape Henry Lighthouse | Virginia |
| 70 | Davenport: Vander Veer Botanical Park | Iowa |
| 71 | Joliet: Rialto Square Theatre | Illinois |
| 72 | Philadelphia: Philadelphia Museum of Art | Pennsylvania |
| 73 | St. Petersburg: Sunken Gardens | Florida |
| 74 | Yonkers: Untermyer Gardens | New York |
| 75 | Akron: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens | Ohio |
| 76 | Carmel: Coxhall Gardens | Indiana |
| 77 | Chicago: Navy Pier | Illinois |
| 78 | Great Falls: Ryan Dam Overlook | Montana |
| 79 | Loveland: Benson Sculpture Garden | Colorado |
| 80 | NYC: The High Line | New York |
| 81 | Portland: Portland Japanese Garden | Oregon |
| 82 | Miami: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens | Florida |
| 83 | Seattle: The Seattle Great Wheel | Washington |
| 84 | Charleston: The Battery | South Carolina |
| 85 | Chicago: Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower | Illinois |
| 86 | Savannah: Forsyth Park | Georgia |
| 87 | Mobile: Bellingrath Gardens and Home | Alabama |
| 88 | Norwalk: Sheffield Island Lighthouse | Connecticut |
| 89 | Portland: The Portland Head Light | Maine |
| 90 | Bowling Green: Lost River Cave | Kentucky |
| 91 | Dover: Henry Law Park and Bellamy River Walk | New Hampshire |
| 92 | Norfolk: Skyview Lake | Nebraska |
| 93 | Shreveport: The Louisiana Boardwalk | Louisiana |
| 94 | Birmingham: Botanical Gardens | Alabama |
| 95 | Cary: Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve | North Carolina |
| 96 | Chattanooga: Walnut Street Bridge | Tennessee |
| 97 | El Paso: Scenic Drive Overlook | Texas |
| 98 | Eugene: Owen Rose Garden | Oregon |
| 99 | Hartford: Elizabeth Park Rose Garden | Connecticut |
| 100 | Juneau: Mount Roberts Tramway | Alaska |
| 101 | Las Cruces: Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument | New Mexico |
| 102 | Memphis: Beale Street Landing | Tennessee |
| 103 | Pittsburgh: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | Pennsylvania |
| 104 | Augusta: Riverwalk Augusta | Georgia |
| 105 | Sandy: Bell Canyon Reservoir | Utah |
| 106 | Seattle: Kerry Park | Washington |
| 107 | Toledo: Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion | Ohio |
| 108 | Toms River: Ortley Beach Boardwalk | New Jersey |
| 109 | Boston: The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University | Massachusetts |
| 110 | Charleston: Charleston Haddad Riverfront Park | West Virginia |
| 111 | Des Moines: Salisbury House and Gardens | Iowa |
| 112 | Fayetteville: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks | Arkansas |
| 113 | Grand Rapids: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | Michigan |
| 114 | Greenville: Liberty Bridge at Falls Park | South Carolina |
| 115 | Jackson: Jackson Town Square | Wyoming |
| 116 | Jonesboro: Craighead Forest Park | Arkansas |
| 117 | Lakewood: Belmar Park | Colorado |
| 118 | Parkersburg: Blennerhassett Island | West Virginia |
| 119 | Rock Springs: White Mountain Petroglyphs | Wyoming |
| 120 | Sitka: Sitka National Historical Park | Alaska |
| 121 | Brookings: McCrory Gardens | South Dakota |
| 122 | Charlotte: The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden | North Carolina |
| 123 | Cheyenne: Cheyenne Botanic Gardens | Wyoming |
| 124 | Clarksville: The McGregor Park Riverwalk | Tennessee |
| 125 | Columbus: The Chattahoochee RiverWalk | Georgia |
| 126 | Dickinson: Patterson Lake Recreation Area | North Dakota |
| 127 | Franklin: Harlinsdale Farm | Tennessee |
| 128 | Green Bay: Lambeau Field | Wisconsin |
| 129 | NYC: Bethesda Terrace and Fountain | New York |
| 130 | Ogden: Ogden Botanical Gardens | Utah |
| 131 | Owensboro: Smothers Park and Riverfront | Kentucky |
| 132 | Salem: Deepwood Estate | Oregon |
| 133 | Sterling Heights: Troy Historic Village | Michigan |
| 134 | Wichita: The Keeper of the Plains | Kansas |
| 135 | Baltimore: Top of the World Observation Level | Maryland |
| 136 | Boston: The Prudential Skywalk Observatory | Massachusetts |
| 137 | Bridgeport: Seaside Park | Connecticut |
| 138 | Durham: Sarah P. Duke Gardens | North Carolina |
| 139 | Fort Collins: Horsetooth Reservoir | Colorado |
| 140 | Hampton: The Hampton Carousel | Virginia |
| 141 | Henderson: Lake Las Vegas | Nevada |
| 142 | Laramie: University of Wyoming Gardens | Wyoming |
| 143 | Los Lunas: The Tome Hill | New Mexico |
| 144 | Madison: Olbrich Botanical Gardens | Wisconsin |
| 145 | NYC: Top of the Rock Observation Deck | New York |
| 146 | Richmond: Maymont | Virginia |
| 147 | Rochester: Highland Park | New York |
| 148 | Silver Spring: Brookside Gardens | Maryland |
| 149 | Springfield: The Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden | Massachusetts |
| 150 | St. Louis: The Missouri Botanical Garden | Missouri |
| 151 | Topeka: Gage Park Rose Garden | Kansas |
| 152 | Wasilla: Settlers Bay Lodge | Alaska |
| 153 | Baltimore: The Maryland Science Center Rooftop Terrace | Maryland |
| 154 | Bellevue: Fontenelle Forest | Nebraska |
| 155 | Bloomington: Normandale Japanese Garden | Minnesota |
| 156 | Covington: Devou Park | Kentucky |
| 157 | East Providence: Crescent Park Looff Carousel | Rhode Island |
| 158 | Fargo: The Red River of the North | North Dakota |
| 159 | Houston: The Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park | Texas |
| 160 | Laredo: San Agustin Plaza | Texas |
| 161 | Milwaukee: Milwaukee Art Museum | Wisconsin |
| 162 | Oakland: Lake Merritt | California |
| 163 | Pierre: The Oahe Dam Overlook | South Dakota |
| 164 | Santa Fe: Loretto Chapel | New Mexico |
| 165 | South Burlington: Red Rocks Park | Vermont |
| 166 | Billings: Moss Mansion | Montana |
| 167 | Biloxi: Biloxi Lighthouse | Mississippi |
| 168 | Bluefield: East River Mountain Overlook | West Virginia |
| 169 | Chesapeake: Great Bridge Lock Park | Virginia |
| 170 | Columbia: Shelter Gardens | Missouri |
| 171 | Columbus: Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | Ohio |
| 172 | Concord: The Bridges of Concord | New Hampshire |
| 173 | Everett: The Everett Marina | Washington |
| 174 | Indianapolis: Central Canal | Indiana |
| 175 | Kearney: The Archway | Nebraska |
| 176 | Keene: Central Square | New Hampshire |
| 177 | Las Vegas: The High Roller Observation Wheel | Nevada |
| 178 | Mesa: Mesa Arts Center | Arizona |
| 179 | Missoula: Caras Park Carousel | Montana |
| 180 | Rockford: Anderson Japanese Gardens | Illinois |
| 181 | South Portland: Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse | Maine |
| 182 | Stamford: Cove Island Park | Connecticut |
| 183 | Tucson: Gates Pass | Arizona |
| 184 | West Jordan: The Jordan River Parkway Trail | Utah |
| 185 | Woodbridge Township: Menlo Park Mall Rooftop Garden | New Jersey |
| 186 | Yankton: Meridian Bridge | South Dakota |
| 187 | Bangor: The Thomas Hill Standpipe | Maine |
| 188 | Cincinnati: Carew Tower Observation Deck | Ohio |
| 189 | Farmington: Berg Park and Animas Riverwalk | New Mexico |
| 190 | Fayetteville: Mount Sequoyah | Arkansas |
| 191 | Fond du Lac: Lakeside Park | Wisconsin |
| 192 | Fort Wayne: Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory | Indiana |
| 193 | Indianapolis: Indianapolis Canal Walk | Indiana |
| 194 | Irving: Mandalay Canal | Texas |
| 195 | Kenosha: Southport Lighthouse | Wisconsin |
| 196 | Ketchikan: Creek Street | Alaska |
| 197 | Kettering: The Fraze Pavilion | Ohio |
| 198 | Knoxville: World's Fair Park Sunsphere | Tennessee |
| 199 | Lake Havasu City: London Bridge | Arizona |
| 200 | Metairie: Lafreniere Park | Louisiana |
| 201 | NYC: The Vessel at Hudson Yards | New York |
| 202 | Oklahoma City: Bricktown Water Taxi | Oklahoma |
| 203 | Omaha: Joslyn Castle | Nebraska |
| 204 | Overland Park: Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens | Kansas |
| 205 | Racine: Wind Point Lighthouse | Wisconsin |
| 206 | Reno: Nevada Museum of Art Rooftop Sculpture Garden | Nevada |
| 207 | Rochester: Quarry Hill Nature Center | Minnesota |
| 208 | Roswell: Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art | New Mexico |
| 209 | Wilmington: Nemours Estate | Delaware |
| 210 | Boise: Kathryn Albertson Park | Idaho |
| 211 | Cedar Rapids: Czech Village/New Bohemia District | Iowa |
| 212 | Gresham: Vista House at Crown Point | Oregon |
| 213 | Hartford: The Quechee Gorge Village | Vermont |
| 214 | Hattiesburg: Lake Serene | Mississippi |
| 215 | Lafayette: Vermilionville | Louisiana |
| 216 | Lake Charles: Prien Lake Park | Louisiana |
| 217 | Louisville: The Big Four Bridge | Kentucky |
| 218 | Minneapolis: Minnehaha Park | Minnesota |
| 219 | Minneapolis: Stone Arch Bridge | Minnesota |
| 220 | Portland: Pittock Mansion | Oregon |
| 221 | Rio Rancho: Balloon Fiesta Park | New Mexico |
| 222 | SLC: Red Butte Garden and Arboretum | Utah |
| 223 | Sparks: Victorian Square | Nevada |
| 224 | Springdale: Tontitown Winery | Arkansas |
| 225 | St. Paul: Como Park Conservatory | Minnesota |
| 226 | Bartlesville: Price Tower | Oklahoma |
| 227 | Cleveland: Cleveland Museum of Art | Ohio |
| 228 | Duluth: Enger Park and Tower | Minnesota |
| 229 | Evansville: Evansville Riverfront | Indiana |
| 230 | Idaho Falls: Idaho Falls Riverwalk | Idaho |
| 231 | Kenner: Rivertown | Louisiana |
| 232 | Lakewood Township: Lake Carasaljo | New Jersey |
| 233 | Meridian: Highland Park and Dentzel Carousel | Mississippi |
| 234 | Middletown: Historic Main Street | Delaware |
| 235 | Milford: Abbott's Mill Nature Center | Delaware |
| 236 | Olathe: Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm Historic Site | Kansas |
| 237 | Owasso: The Redbud Valley Nature Preserve | Oklahoma |
| 238 | Smyrna: Lake Como | Delaware |
| 239 | Springfield: The Hammons Tower Observation Deck | Missouri |
| 240 | Tuscaloosa: The Riverwalk | Alabama |
| 241 | Waterbury: Holy Land USA | Connecticut |
| 242 | Wauwatosa: The Village of Wauwatosa | Wisconsin |
| 243 | West Fargo: Bonanzaville | North Dakota |
| 244 | Worcester: The Bancroft Tower | Massachusetts |
| 245 | Fishers: Geist Reservoir | Indiana |
| 246 | Hillsboro: Rood Bridge Park | Oregon |
| 247 | Huntington: Huntington Ritter Park | West Virginia |
| 248 | Mitchell: The Corn Palace | South Dakota |
| 249 | Oklahoma City: Myriad Botanical Gardens | Oklahoma |
| 250 | Tulsa: Philbrook Museum of Art | Oklahoma |
Choosing a stunning location adds that extra sprinkle of magic to an already magical moment. It’s like setting the scene for your own personal love story. Choosing the perfect location is important as it should hold a special place in both of your hearts - the kind of place that beckons you back for anniversaries and “remember when” moments. So for those who can’t afford to hire a helicopter to fly over a Hawiaan volcano, America has numerous options for staging a beautiful and unforgettable proposal.
Image Credits:
Header: Photo by Dottie Mabry on Unsplash
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, San Diego: By Tuxyso / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=28541873
Tampa Riverwalk, Tampa: By Eric Statzer - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=96264179
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas: By Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=62502426
Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver: By Daderot - Self-photographed, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15999407
Cummer Museum and Gardens, Jacksonville: By Mooeena - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=54949278
The Charles River Esplanade, Cambridge: By Daderot - Own work, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=8568485
The Conservatory of Flowers, San Francisco: By harley photo, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=46228321
Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles: By Rlumstead - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=131073860
Survey of 3,000 respondents (QuestionPro), June 2023.
