Steeped in history and cultural, Philadelphia is a great place for romance and fun. It gives you a chance, not only to explore the romantic side of you, but the patriotic as well. The city will add its age-old charm to your modern day romance as you take a ride around the Independence National Historical Park in a classic horse driven carriage. Be inspired by reading Ben and Deborah Franklin's sweet missives to each other, which adorn the pavement at the Franklin Court. Share a moment in history with your loved one at Valley Forge, a place where James Madison courted Dolly, and revolutionaries, in the face of many adversities, signed the Declaration.

Let the beautiful brush strokes and colors of Van Gogh's famous "Sunflowers" add sunny warmth to your romantic adventure at the Philadelphia Museum of Arts, or visit the Brandywine River and marvel at the works of three generations of the Wyeth family, while gazing at the countryside that inspired these wonderful works of art. If adventure is in your spirits, you can search for the masterpieces at the various museums and art galleries on your own. Check out Old City's First Friday open gallery nights, or take in the various theatrical productions at local theaters, such as the People's Light and Theatre Company. Dance can be the highlight of your evenings with ballet performances from the Pennsylvania Ballet and PHILADANCO.

Philadelphia is as intoxicating as it is fresh, life giving, and well, historic. Bike along the tree-lined Delaware Canal towpath, Kelly Drive, or Martin Luther Boulevard in Fairmount Park, where the light play on the ancient Victorian boathouses brings them alive in an amazing glow. View well-sculpted art pieces and famous sculptures as well as public art, like Claes Oldenburg's Kiss or Robert Indiana's Love. They will inspire you to be more amorous.

Shopping together in the streets of Philadelphia is also one way to get to know each other's taste a little better, whether it is jewelry shopping in Jeweler's Row, curios at New Hope, stylish boutiques of Old City and Rittenhouse Square, or the exclusive shops that line the historic Germantown Avenue at Chestnut Hill.

If you are in the mood for fast-paced action, don't miss out the pulsating nightlife at Center City, Bella Vista, and Northern Liberties. However, if slow and sensual is what you are looking for, then there a number of intimate little places - BYOB (bring-your-own-bottle places), where you can be left in the privacy of your own world. There are also a number of spa and health clubs where you can relax and be pampered. Last, but certainly not least, are the quaint bed and breakfasts that will add a special touch to your getaways.