Hampton’s Guide to Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and show others you care. Celebrate a day early with the girls for Galentine’s Day, spoil your loved ones with gifts from our local shops, or show you’re thinking about your future and give a gift package to celebrate a romantic weekend in Hampton later in the year.

Whether you’re single, married, or something in between, here are some Valentine’s Day recommendations for Hampton lovers:

Things to do for Valentine’s Day in Hampton

You can look for valentine’s day events and programs, or plan your own baecation ideas, like:

Plan a picnic at Buckroe Beach with takeout from your favorite restaurant
Enjoy romantic view of the stars at Virginia Air & Space Science Center’s weather-free planetarium
Stroll through one of Hampton’s scenic walking trails and enjoy some quiet time together
Discover local art at Blue Skies Art Gallery and pick out a special piece to remember your day
Book a Couples Spa Day for a relaxing weekend
Take a ride on the Hampton Queen for a romantic cruise with waterfront views
Catch the sunset at Fort Monroe’s Continental Park
Try a painting workshop or craft class together at the Charles H Taylor Visual Arts Center
Visit our breweries and cidery along the Toast the Coast Trail
Show off with cute couples’ photos at one of our Instagrammable spots in Hampton
Make a day out of viewing wedding venues together
Or enjoy a classic valentine’s day with flowers, sweet treats, and/or dinner date night (see below)

Places to stay

Whether you are spending Valentine’s weekend in Hampton or gifting a romantic giveaway to your partner for Valentine’s Day, we have you covered with accommodations.

A Bouquet from a Local Florists

Nothing says Valentine’s Day like fresh flowers from your local florist. Lucky for you, Hampton has several options for you to spoil your loved ones. Roses, a floral arrangement, or even an edible arrangement are sure to put a smile on your Valentine’s face.

Sweet Treats for your Sweetheart

Help your boo start the day off right with coffee or breakfast. Or, grab your girlfriends for a holiday coffee flight. Yum!

Treat your sweetie with something sweet from Glazed Doughnuts, Scratch Bakery, Sinful Treats! Share the love with edible bouquets, decorating kits, heart-shaped treats, and more.

Check with Sweet Beans Coffee Bar, The Grey Goose, or Edible Arrangements about chocolate-covered strawberries availability.

Whichever you choose, place your order before Valentine’s Day to ensure availability!

More Bakeries & Confections

A Romantic Dinner at Hampton Restaurants

With a large culinary scene, there are lots of options to choose from in Hampton. Some nice restaurants in Hampton that usually offer a Valentine’s Day special menu are: