"Los Angeles brings the romance—without the celebrity-sized price tag: golden hour hikes, beach strolls, scenic drives, and candlelit cafés create the perfect atmosphere for love on a budget. It’s the kind of place where I can share a sunset, a slice of pie, and a starlit skyline—all without overspending."

I’ve got my hand in theirs, a breeze in my hair, and the city glowing below—all while exploring one of California’s most romantic cities for less. Who knew date night could feel this dreamy without the designer bill?

Unique Romantic Activities in Los Angeles:

Experience Movie Magic at Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood

Experience Movie Magic at Universal Studios Hollywood -  

Stargaze at Griffith Observatory

Courtesy of Kit Leong / Fotolia

Stargaze at Griffith Observatory -                                     

If You Love Local Eats, Explore The Original Farmers Market

Courtesy of Siegfried Schnepf - Fotolia.com

If You Love Local Eats, Explore The Original Farmers Market -                                     

Celebrate Music History at the Hollywood Bowl Museum

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Celebrate Music History at the Hollywood Bowl Museum -                                     

Stay at the Stylish Hotel Angeleno

Hotel Angeleno

Stay at the Stylish Hotel Angeleno -                                    

Have Fun at the California Science Center

Courtesy of LATCB

Have Fun at the California Science Center -  

Aloha Brothers Surf Lessons

PJ Gomez / Aloha Brothers Surf Lessons

Aloha Brothers Surf Lessons -                                    

Savor Sleek Italian Flavors at Culina, Modern Italian

Culina, Modern Italian

Savor Sleek Italian Flavors at Culina, Modern Italian -  

The Murder Mystery Company

The Murder Mystery Company

The Murder Mystery Company -                                    

Frogtown Brewery

Frogtown Brewery

Frogtown Brewery -                                    

In Summary...

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