New York City is filled with magic. From big city lights, to gorgeous green parks, there’s no doubt it’s one of the most romantic cities in the US. There are endless options when it comes to planning a proposal, so how do you pick the perfect location? Our expert marriage proposal planners put together a list of the top  places to propose in NYC.

1. Rooftop

NYC Proposal Ideas

NYC Proposal Planner

Rooftop proposals are one of our most popular packages and it’s no wonder why. A rooftop offers picturesque city views and a private intimate space to pop the question. From elegant gardens to twinkling lights at night, there’s no shortage of rooftops in NYC.

2. Central Park

NYC Proposal Idea

New York Proposal Ideas

Central Park is the perfect place to propose because it’s in the heart of The Big Apple and offers beautiful scenery. Take your special someone on a horse and carriage ride through the park then ask to stop to check out the scenery. Another great idea is to have a romantic picnic in a beautiful private area of the park.

3. Times Square

NYC Proposal Planner

NYC Proposal Planners

What’s more romantic than stopping your sweetheart right across the street from the billboard in Times Square, just as a photo of the two of you flashes across the screen?

4. Boat

NYC Proposal Planners

A boat ride through the harbor is the perfect way to pop the question. Take in amazing city views at sunset, while enjoying a romantic cruise with your sweetie.

5. Fancy Restaurants

New York Proposal Planner

If New York is known for anything, it’s their amazing food. There are plenty of fancy restaurants to choose from in the city. Pick her favorite spot and plan a romantic dinner set up like the proposal we did above.

6. Empire State Building

New York Proposal Ideas

If you’re looking for an iconic view for your proposal, the Empire State Building is the perfect backdrop for your photos! There’s plenty of venues to choose from that have rooftops with views of the Empire State Building.

7. Art Studio

New York Proposal Planner

For the creative souls, an art studio in NYC is a great place to pop the question. Take your sweetie to a studio for a fun night of painting, and surprise her like our client did in the photo above.

8. Steps of The Met

New York Proposal Planner

Plan a photo tour proposal and at the end of it surprise your special someone by getting down on one knee in front of the iconic steps at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

9. Top of The Rock

New York Proposal Ideas

Top of the Rock offers incredible views of the NYC Skyline. Take in the stunning Big Apple views as you get down on one knee.

10. The Cloisters

NYC Proposal Planner

The Cloisters courtyard garden is located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and makes for a beautiful proposal location.

If you’re looking for more NYC proposal ideas, contact our expert marriage proposal planners today, and we’ll help you find your perfect location. Don’t forget to purchase a flat engagement ring box from www.ringstash.com. It’s the perfect ring box to hide in your pants pocket so she’ll never see the proposal coming!

Brittney Sabatino