By Greg Mattson, ERV Editor - Updated: Dec 18, 2011

They say that “Virginia is for lovers”, and that certainly seems to be true, judging from the variety of romantic vacation spots in Virginia. Everything from scenic drives, boat cruises, historic homes, wineries, beaches and more.

Romantic Travel Ideas for Virginia

Great Grapes Northern Wine Festival – fun with food and wine on 2 weekends in Reston, VA: April 28/29 and September 8/9, 2012.

Covered Bridges in Virginia – Turn-of-the-century bridges (only 8 left!) make for a great romantic picnic excursion!

Tall Ship Cruise in Norfolk – American Rover has cruises in a 19th-century schooner. Sunset and late-night dancing cruises available too.

Old Cape Henry Lighthouse tour at Fort Story.

Romantic Getaways in Virginia Beach

Romantic Hotels near Virginia Beach Boardwalk – The Virginia Beach Boardwalk is lined with oceanfront hotels, resorts and restaurants. It's a fun place to spend a few nights, with the Atlantic breeze in your hair and a nice sandy beach across the street (expect crowds during mid-summer high season).

• Top-Rated Virginia Beach Hotel - for romance and honeymoons, try The Breaker's Resort Inn , an oceanfront hotel on Atlantic avenue with honeymoon & anniversary packages, in-room hot tubs and more.

• Honeymoon Hotels in Virginia Beach – if you’re considering taking your honeymoon in Virginia Beach and would love a romantic suite, the Courtyard Virginia Beach Oceanfront/South and the The Cavalier Hotel On The Ocean, Virginia Beach,VA will fit the bill.

More Romantic Places to Stay in Virginia

There's luxury rooms, plus dining & music, shopping, movies, fishing, and romantic carriage rides. Homestead Spa has been described as “one of the most historic day spa resorts in Virginia”.

Shenandoah Bed and Breakfast – check out some Romantic Getaways in Virginia B&B's in the Shenandoah Valley around Lexington,Va.

Romantic Virginia Honeymoon Cabins

Cabin Rentals in Virginia - for romantic cabins in Virginia, including cottages in the Virginia Mountains, have a look at Cripple Creek Cabins, with their fireplaces and in-room Jacuzzi® tubs. 155 Log Cabin Lane, Crockett, VI (276) 686-2000

Romantic Cabins in the Shenandoah Valley - These secluded Alpine Hideaway Cabins are well equipped with amenities like private whirlpool tubs, satellite TV, and wood burning fireplaces.

More Romantic Ideas for Virginia

Romantic Things to Do in the Shenandoah Valley - hiking, horseback riding, enjoying the color of the fall leaves, and some of the best scenic drives in Virginia, including Skyline Drive, with it’s astounding views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Bed and Breakfasts in Virginia – Innvirginia.com lists lots of historic homes and rustic B&B’s (you can even search for romantic inns with hot tub, fireplace, king bed, etc).

Best Time to Visit Virginia – Autumn can be exciting with the foliage in the mountains. Summer is the best time for swimming at Virginia Beach. Virginia winters can get quite cold and lots of attractions and accommodations close during those months.

Virginia.org - Official tourism site of the state of Virginia.

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