Ready to pop the question? Make sure the event is memorable. From gorgeous sunset overlooks to sweet and quirky murals, Austin is bursting with romantic places. These are the 10 best places in Austin for an epic marriage proposal.
- Mount Bonnell
BrandonLord/Flickr There’s nothing more romantic than the sunset views from the top of Mount Bonnell. This overlook has enchanted Austinites for decades. This serene setting is the perfect place to pop the question.
- You’re My Butter Half Mural
stateoftheheart/Flickr You’ll charm your future fiancee by proposing at the “You’re My Butter Half” wall. This quirky and adorable mural is painted on the side of the United Way for Greater Austin building located at 2000 E Martin Luther King Jr Blv.
- The Texas State Capitol’s reverse rotunda
Anthony Quintano/Flickr Bring your love to the lowest level of the capitol and lead her to the reverse rotunda. This below-ground courtyard bursts with Texas pride. It’s especially beautiful in the evening when the building’s granite begins to glisten.
- Mayfield Park
Andy/Flickr Is there anything more romantic than Mayfield Park? As the peacocks strut around the pond, you’ll feel like you’re in the middle of a fairy tale. Your engagement photos will look like a dream.
- Zilker Botanical Garden
Dawn Casey/Flickr Zilker Botanical Garden’s winding paths are the perfect backdrop to any romantic marriage proposal. Stroll by the Japanese Zen garden or walk under the whimsical gazebos. No matter where you decide to pop the question, she’ll undoubtedly say yes.
- Lady Bird Lake
mirsasha/Flickr Lady Bird Lake is the focal point of the city, and the beautiful waters are sure to dazzle your future fiancee as you get down on one knee.
- The Pennybacker Bridge overlook
emdoylethemick/Flickr Gape at the magnificent hill country views as you ask her the big, important question. When she says yes, swelling romantic music will play through your head.
- McKinney Falls State Park
junaidrao/Flickr For the adventurous types, a weekend camping trip could be the perfect way to pop the question. Enjoy sunset strolls through the magical trails and end your evening by presenting a ring along the lower falls.
- Enchanted Rock
Ben/Flickr Take your love on a day trip to Fredericksburg and climb Enchanted Rock. This gorgeous granite dome has made hearts skip beats for hundreds of years. This natural wonder bursts with romance.
- ‘Til Death Do Us Part mural
Mike Rastiello/Flickr This colorful mural, painted by Federico Archuleta, can be found in several places throughout the city, but the one on 7th and Waller is perfect for a proposal. Be sure to hire a photographer for the special moment! The pictures will inspire happy tears from all who see it.
What do you think is the most romantic spot in Austin?
BrandonLord/Flickr
There’s nothing more romantic than the sunset views from the top of Mount Bonnell. This overlook has enchanted Austinites for decades. This serene setting is the perfect place to pop the question.
stateoftheheart/Flickr
You’ll charm your future fiancee by proposing at the “You’re My Butter Half” wall. This quirky and adorable mural is painted on the side of the United Way for Greater Austin building located at 2000 E Martin Luther King Jr Blv.
Anthony Quintano/Flickr
Bring your love to the lowest level of the capitol and lead her to the reverse rotunda. This below-ground courtyard bursts with Texas pride. It’s especially beautiful in the evening when the building’s granite begins to glisten.
Andy/Flickr
Is there anything more romantic than Mayfield Park? As the peacocks strut around the pond, you’ll feel like you’re in the middle of a fairy tale. Your engagement photos will look like a dream.
Dawn Casey/Flickr
Zilker Botanical Garden’s winding paths are the perfect backdrop to any romantic marriage proposal. Stroll by the Japanese Zen garden or walk under the whimsical gazebos. No matter where you decide to pop the question, she’ll undoubtedly say yes.
mirsasha/Flickr
Lady Bird Lake is the focal point of the city, and the beautiful waters are sure to dazzle your future fiancee as you get down on one knee.
emdoylethemick/Flickr
Gape at the magnificent hill country views as you ask her the big, important question. When she says yes, swelling romantic music will play through your head.
junaidrao/Flickr
For the adventurous types, a weekend camping trip could be the perfect way to pop the question. Enjoy sunset strolls through the magical trails and end your evening by presenting a ring along the lower falls.
Ben/Flickr
Take your love on a day trip to Fredericksburg and climb Enchanted Rock. This gorgeous granite dome has made hearts skip beats for hundreds of years. This natural wonder bursts with romance.
Mike Rastiello/Flickr
This colorful mural, painted by Federico Archuleta, can be found in several places throughout the city, but the one on 7th and Waller is perfect for a proposal. Be sure to hire a photographer for the special moment! The pictures will inspire happy tears from all who see it.
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