Sometimes, all you need is to visit a romantic place and spend a few days there, with someone you truly love. Whether you are looking to spice up your romance, revive your relationship or if you’re looking for the perfect place to propose, planning a romantic getaway is a really good idea! There are so many romantic cities around the globe, it can become overwhelming to decide where to go.

Although Paris is the obvious choice, there are many other cities where the architecture, vistas and food can inspire passion. Take a look at these cities that will, without a doubt, turn you into a hopeless romantic:

1. Kyoto, Japan

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Wooden Zen temples, lush gardens, tea houses and ancient palaces make Kyoto one of Japan’s most lovely and tranquil destinations. Thanks to its abundance of cherry trees, the former Imperial city is particularly beautiful in the spring, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

2. Vienna, Austria

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Although Vienna is synonymous with stately palaces, lovely public squares and dignified 17th- and 18th-century architecture, the history serves as a backdrop for contemporary art museums, hip furniture shops and innovative restaurants.

3. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Colorful and chaotic, Rio de Janeiro is exhilarating. And between its white-sand beaches, mountainous vistas and beautiful residents, it’s also one of the world’s most scenic destinations.

4. Melbourne, Australia

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Marked by a grid of wide, leafy boulevards, an exuberant restaurant scene and pedestrian lanes lined with small shops and cafes, Melbourne is one of Australia’s most attractive cities, and also one of its most cosmopolitan.

5. Prague, Czech Republic

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Prague offers a tableau of red-tiled roofs, fairytale castles and architectural styles that encompass everything from Renaissance to Cubist. And thanks to an increasingly modern sensibility, the Czech capital also has innovative restaurants, hotels and shops.

So what are you waiting for? Book a trip today to one of these romantic destinations, the trip of a lifetime is waiting for you!