10 most romantic places for marriage proposals in the Philippines

You’ve decided to pop the question. You’ve bought a ring and memorized your speech. Now, you just need a beautiful, romantic place to set up the perfect marriage proposal. There are lots of romantic places in the Philippines. It’s all up to you where you want to pop the question.

You can choose a place that has sentimental value. Or go for one that’s picturesque and conventionally romantic. How about a place that’s fun and memorable? Here’s a list to consider if you’re planning on putting a ring on it.

1. My Greenbelt Cinema

If you’re a couple who loves movies and popcorn on a Friday night, then a wedding proposal at a movie theater is only fitting. Your partner will never see a proposal coming. You can even rent a private cinema at My Cinema Greenbelt and watch your favorite movie together before you pop the question. Invite your family and friends afterwards or you can just rent the movie theater just for the two of you.

2. National Museum

If you love art, history, and culture, then the National Museum is perfect. The museum is filled with the best backdrop for what you’re planning. Just imagine, your love declared in the presence of some of the country’s greatest and most enduring artists. It will the stuff of history!

3. Sagada

No matter what any movie says, Sagada is not just for the brokenhearted. It’s for the hopeless romantics, too. You can choose from a number of attractions: Lumiang Cave, Echo Valley, and Bokong Falls. Why not go on a hike? When you reach the Kiltepan Viewpoint at sunrise, get down on one knee and ask her to marry you. With the breathtaking view of the mountains as your backdrop, it’ll just be impossible for her to say no.

4. Manila Bay

What will be more romantic than to propose with Manila Bay’s famed sunset as your backdrop? Well, make it even more romantic by taking the Manila Bay Sunset Cruise, hiring a band, and proposing as you sail away in the sunset. Top it all off with a romantic dinner under the stars.

5. Manila Ocean Park

It is quite cinematic to pop the question while schools of fishes swim freely in the background. The clear waters all around you. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can opt to put on a special diving helmet that lets you “walk” underwater and then ask her to marry you. Or if you’re the adrenaline addict, pop your proposal in the midst of a shark encounter. The possibilities are endless in Manila Ocean Park.

6. Batanes

Batanes is known for its rugged seascapes and spectacular landscapes. Head over to the white sand beaches on Sabtang Island and ask for her hand in marriage. You may also want to bike around the stunning island and stop at Basco Lighthouse. The view and the ring are sure to take her breath away.

7. Bella Rocca

Bella Rocca is a stunning resort located in the heart-shaped island of Marinduque. It has white Santorini-inspired architecture, rolling terrains, and crystal-clear waters. The resort, in itself, is luxurious, but the natural beauty of the island is priceless. This is a beautiful one-of-a-kind place for a proposal.

8. Siargao

Siargao is the “surfing capital of the Philippines.” But even if you’re not a surfer, you can enjoy the white beaches, lagoons, caves, and other natural attractions. If you are a surfer, then you already know where you have to go and what you have to do.

9. Enchanted Kingdom

This is for the fun-loving couples who love amusement parks. And there are a number of places in the park where you can do it.

The merry-go-round is one romantic spot. Or you can wait when you are both on top of the world via the Ferris Wheel, before you ask. And you know there’s scheduled fireworks, right? So you can even time it with the sky litting up. 

10. Baguio

With its cool weather and rows of pine trees, Baguio has an artsy, romantic vibe that’ perfect for romantic proposals. There are lots of places where you can organize your surprise—Burnham Park, Camp John Hay, even Session Road. High up in the mountains, you’ll really feel like you’re on top of the world when she says yes.