Take your date to Winter Lodge for some ice skating. It's the oldest standing ice skating rink west of the Sierras. They do an awesome job during the holidays with the lit up Christmas tree in the middle of the rink and lights hanging from above.
They have 2 hr sessions typically from 8am-10am, 3pm-5pm, and 8pm-10pm. We highly recommend to buy tickets in advance, especially during the holidays.
Take your date to Winter Lodge for some ice skating. It's the oldest standing ice skating rink west of the Sierras. They do an awesome job during the holidays with the lit up Christmas tree in the middle of the rink and lights hanging from above.
They have 2 hr sessions typically from 8am-10am, 3pm-5pm, and 8pm-10pm. We highly recommend to buy tickets in advance, especially during the holidays.
Timothy Adams Chocolates is MAGICAL. This immaculate chocolate shop makes beautifully crafted chocolates with innovative fillings. The fun doesn't stop at their chocolate candies. They have sipping chocolates (hot chocolate) where you choose the chocolate and milk, and they whip up one of the best, if not the best, hot chocolate around with a marshmallow on top. Lastly, they serve bubbles and chocolates where you can drink a little bubbly with the chocolate delights. No better way to your date's heart than with chocolate.
Timothy Adams Chocolates is MAGICAL. This immaculate chocolate shop makes beautifully crafted chocolates with innovative fillings. The fun doesn't stop at their chocolate candies. They have sipping chocolates (hot chocolate) where you choose the chocolate and milk, and they whip up one of the best, if not the best, hot chocolate around with a marshmallow on top. Lastly, they serve bubbles and chocolates where you can drink a little bubbly with the chocolate delights. No better way to your date's heart than with chocolate.
Pick out that winning tree from one of the many Christmas tree farms along HWY 92.
Here are a few favs:
-Half Moon Bay Nursery
-Cozzolino's Christmas Trees
-Ski Lane Tree Farm (a little north of HMB)
Drive down Hwy 1 to Dad's Luncheonette. It's a charming, bright-red caboose. Known for their burgers and housemade potato chips. This place is popular and occasionally sells out on the weekends, so make sure to call ahead. This is a great spot to grab, eat on the hood of your car, and then go for a hike or beach day.
Drive down Hwy 1 to Dad's Luncheonette. It's a charming, bright-red caboose. Known for their burgers and housemade potato chips. This place is popular and occasionally sells out on the weekends, so make sure to call ahead. This is a great spot to grab, eat on the hood of your car, and then go for a hike or beach day.
Get dressed up and enjoy this delicious Italian restaurant. Great food and a fancy interior making for a romantic dinner. During the weekdays, they take a break from 2-4pm.
Get dressed up and enjoy this delicious Italian restaurant. Great food and a fancy interior making for a romantic dinner. During the weekdays, they take a break from 2-4pm.
Explore the Christmas wonderland of Christmas in the Park. They have a 65-foot tall walk through Christmas tree, illuminated houses and creations, an inflatable beer-and-wine garden (Blinky's Tavern), and even the big man himself. They have little knickknacks and hot cocoa stands, and it's in the middle of dt San Jose with plenty of restaurants and bars around.
Tip: The Kristi Yamaguchi Downtown Ice Rink is next door if you want to really go all in with the winter festivities.
Explore the Christmas wonderland of Christmas in the Park. They have a 65-foot tall walk through Christmas tree, illuminated houses and creations, an inflatable beer-and-wine garden (Blinky's Tavern), and even the big man himself. They have little knickknacks and hot cocoa stands, and it's in the middle of dt San Jose with plenty of restaurants and bars around.
Tip: The Kristi Yamaguchi Downtown Ice Rink is next door if you want to really go all in with the winter festivities.
European-style café that specializes in baked goods & coffees. You'll find some delectable goodies from this spot. It overlooks the park and is a perfect place to start the day or grab something sweet during the day. They have light meal options if you want something a little more filling.
European-style café that specializes in baked goods & coffees. You'll find some delectable goodies from this spot. It overlooks the park and is a perfect place to start the day or grab something sweet during the day. They have light meal options if you want something a little more filling.
