With its warm hospitality and cultural richness, Atlanta, Georgia, offers a unique blend of big-city vibes and Southern charm. If you live and work in the city, you’re no doubt familiar with all the cozy local bars and eateries in Little Five Points as well as institutions like the Fox Theatre and The Varsity. But whether you’ve lived in ATL all your life or you’re planning a vacation with a partner, the city offers a dearth of romantic proposal spots. Here are six proposal ideas in Atlanta to spark a bit of inspiration.
Piedmont Park
Looking to blend your interests into your proposal? Explore the picturesque Piedmont Park, which commingles lush greenery and a glassy Lake Clara Meer with iconic Atlanta skyline views. Rent paddle boats on the lake, have a picnic under the shade of a willow tree or take a walk along the trails and pop the question at the scenic overlook. Select a 2-carat pear-shaped bridal set surrounded by glittering diamonds that mimic the glitz of the cityscape.
High Museum of Art
Surround yourselves with stunning art at the High, and propose amid masterpieces from the likes of John Singer Sargent and Claude Monet. Find a secluded corner in a favorite gallery, whisper your love among sculptures in the courtyard, or create a scavenger hunt through the museum leading to the final question. Elicit a “Yes!” with a 1-carat oval-cut engagement ring with marquise-shape accents.
The Garden Room
Want to add some whimsical drama to your Atlanta proposal? Skip the popular spots and book a table at The Garden Room, tucked away at Buckhead Plaza. This enchanting escape drips with charm, with one-of-a-kind cocktail creations and a colorful menu brimming with vegetables, meats, seafood, and flavor. Valet parking is available at the St. Regis, and reservations are recommended for dinner and brunch. Pair your colorful Atlanta engagement with a velvety blue topaz engagement ring.
SkyView Atlanta
Elevate your proposal by purchasing tickets to SkyView Atlanta, and board a gondola on the ferris wheel in Centennial Park, which lifts you 20 stories high to get the ultimate panoramic views of the city. Tickets start at $15 a person plus tax, or you book a Love is the Air package with two adult tickets and a box of chocolate for $38.50. A princess-cut aquamarine and diamond engagement ring will mirror the city skies.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Everything’s coming up roses when you wander through the beautiful gardens and plan an Atlanta Botanical Gardens proposal surrounded by colorful blooms. Find a quiet alcove to propose in this 30-plus-acre park. Stroll through the art installations in Storza Woods, and drop to one knee in the tropical Fuqua Orchid Center. Or plan your intimate Atlanta proposal in the Japanese Garden. Admission to the gardens costs $26 to $29, depending on when you go. Select a serene round-cut solitaire diamond ring for the proposal.
Atlanta Helicopter Proposal
Take your love to new heights, and boldly declare your love for the city with a helicopter proposal in Atlanta. Prestige Helicopters will even fly you to an exclusive location in Ellijay so you can get down on one knee in the grass and celebrate your love. Be sure to capture the big ask with a proposal video or photography, which starts at $300. Per-passenger flights start around $75 and up, depending on the length and location of the helicopter ride. Dramatic views call for a 3-carat radiant-cut moissanite engagement ring with a halo of surrounding stones.
Whether you choose one of the above spots, plan a rooftop proposal at an Atlanta bar, or pop the question over dinner at home, take your first step by enlisting Atlanta’s Helzberg Diamonds to provide an in-stock or custom engagement ring. And, if you’re ready to get married ASAP, we’ve got ordained Associates at each of our stores to help you get Hitched!
