Roses are red. Violets are blue. Do something different this year for your dear. Cheesy, we know! But you know what else is cheesy? Tossing a few hundred dollars at an overpriced, five-course meal at a crowded restaurant. Make Valentine’s Day one for the books in 2022 with these fun, romantic, and creative date night ideas.

Cuddle Up at a Campsite

Bordering Skidaway narrows and the Georgia Intracoastal Waterway, this Skidaway Island State Park campsite is where you want to be for Valentine’s Day – it’s beyond beautiful! Whether you’re cozied up in a tent or getting warm next to a fire, camping together is the perfect local getaway. Check availability online to book your romantic, outdoor retreat. 

Taste-Test Your Way Through Town

You’re in Savannah! Which means there’s insanely good food on practically every street block. Instead of opting for a single fancy dinner with your Valentine’s Day date, go for something way more interactive and fun. Share an artisan burger at Sly’s Sliders and Fries and split an order of chili cheese fries at The Naked Dog. Then head over to try the Street Corn Cob from Bull Street Taco before wrapping up the night with something sweet from Savannah's Candy Kitchen.

A Savannah Self-Guided Tour

For those who are on the adventurous side, nothing is more romantic than exploring together. From trekking it around town to driving past some of the city’s best highlights, there are plenty of ways to get out in Savannah and learn about it’s spooky, quirky, and intriguing past. Download the Geotourist app on your smartphone or create your own walking tour for an awesome experience.

Looking for future date ideas in the Savannah area? Head over to The Slate’s blog and find plenty to see and do in your favorite city.