Planning to propose in Atlanta this December? Discover 100 of the most romantic and festive locations to pop the question. From twinkling lights to cozy historic spots, find the perfect backdrop for your magical moment.

Atlanta transforms into a magical wonderland each December, offering a unique blend of Southern charm and festive cheer. The air grows crisp, streets are adorned with twinkling lights, and a palpable sense of holiday excitement fills every corner of the city. From the festive displays at the Atlanta Botanical Garden to the ice-skating rinks that pop up in the heart of the city, the atmosphere is perfectly set for romance. This enchanting backdrop makes December an ideal time for one of life’s most memorable moments: a marriage proposal.

Planning a proposal during this time of year adds an extra layer of magic to the experience. The city’s festive energy creates countless opportunities for a surprise that feels both grand and intimate. Imagine dropping to one knee surrounded by a million sparkling lights, or popping the question in a cozy, historic restaurant decorated for the holidays. Atlanta in December provides a picturesque canvas for your love story, ensuring the moment you ask for a lifetime together is as beautiful and unforgettable as the love you share.

Before diving into our topic, let us introduce you to the magic of Hightower Falls—where Georgia weddings come to life. Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by nature’s beauty, complete with an 80-foot natural rock waterfall, charming bridges, and historic ruins that radiate romance. If you love the charm of national parks, you’ll instantly fall for Hightower Falls!

Couples adore our venue not just for its breathtaking scenery, but because we make planning stress-free with transparent pricing and open communication. No hidden fees, no surprises—just a stunning venue located a short drive from Atlanta, treasured by North Georgia couples.

Curious to see it for yourself? Contact us today to schedule your tour and experience the magic up close. Now, let’s dive into the fun part—Cocktail Attire Explained!

Here are 100 romantic places to propose in Atlanta this December.

1. Atlanta Botanical Garden
   • Address: 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
   • Phone: (404) 876-5859
   • Website: atlantabg.org
2. Piedmont Park (overlooking Lake Clara Meer)
   • Address: 1320 Monroe Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
   • Phone: (404) 875-7275
   • Website: piedmontpark.org
3. Jackson Street Bridge (for the classic skyline view)
   • Address: Jackson St NE, Atlanta, GA 30312
   • Phone: N/A
   • Website: N/A
4. SkyView Atlanta
   • Address: 168 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
   • Phone: (678) 949-9023
   • Website: skyviewatlanta.com
5. Canoe Restaurant (riverside gardens)
   • Address: 4199 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30339
   • Phone: (770) 432-2663
   • Website: canoeatl.com
6. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View
   • Address: 210 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
   • Phone: (404) 589-7506
   • Website: sundialrestaurant.com
7. High Museum of Art
   • Address: 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
   • Phone: (404) 733-4400
   • Website: high.org
8. Swan House at Atlanta History Center
   • Address: 130 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
   • Phone: (404) 814-4000
   • Website: atlantahistorycenter.com
9. The St. Regis Atlanta (during their holiday tea)
   • Address: 88 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
   • Phone: (404) 563-7900
   • Website: marriott.com
10. The Fox Theatre (under the marquee)
    • Address: 660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
    • Phone: (404) 881-2100
    • Website: foxtheatre.org
11. Woodruff Park Ice Rink
    • Address: 91 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
    • Phone: (404) 546-6000
    • Website: atlantadowntown.com
12. Stone Mountain Park (at the summit)
    • Address: 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
    • Phone: (800) 401-2407
    • Website: stonemountainpark.com
13. Lullwater Preserve at Emory University
    • Address: 1463 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329
    • Phone: (404) 727-6123
    • Website: emory.edu
14. Ponce City Market Rooftop
    • Address: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
    • Phone: (404) 900-7900
    • Website: poncecitymarket.com
15. The Georgia Aquarium (Beluga Whale or Ocean Voyager exhibit)
    • Address: 225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
    • Phone: (404) 581-4000
    • Website: georgiaaquarium.org
16. Château Élan Winery & Resort
    • Address: 100 Rue Charlemagne Dr, Braselton, GA 30517
    • Phone: (678) 425-0900
    • Website: chateauelan.com
17. Aria
    • Address: 490 East Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
    • Phone: (404) 233-7673
    • Website: aria-atl.com
18. The ROOF at The Hotel Clermont
    • Address: 789 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
    • Phone: (470) 485-0485
    • Website: hotelclermont.com
19. Oakland Cemetery (amidst historic gardens)
    • Address: 248 Oakland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
    • Phone: (404) 688-2107
    • Website: oaklandcemetery.com
20. Inman Park (in one of its Victorian gazebos)
    • Address: Inman Park, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: inmanpark.org
21. Atlanta Symphony Hall
    • Address: 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 733-4800
    • Website: aso.org
22. The Battery Atlanta (during holiday festivities)
    • Address: 800 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339
    • Phone: (404) 494-1150
    • Website: batteryatl.com
23. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
    • Address: 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
    • Phone: (404) 872-5338
    • Website: callanwolde.org
24. Roswell Mill Ruins
    • Address: 85 Mill St, Roswell, GA 30075
    • Phone: (770) 640-3253
    • Website: roswellgov.com
25. Nikolai’s Roof
    • Address: 255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
    • Phone: (404) 221-6362
    • Website: nikolaisroof.com
26. Lake Lanier Islands
    • Address: 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA 30518
    • Phone: (770) 945-8787
    • Website: lanierislands.com
27. The Carter Center Gardens
    • Address: 453 John Lewis Freedom Pkwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 420-5100
    • Website: cartercenter.org
28. Serenbe
    • Address: 10950 Hutchesons Ferry Rd, Chattahoochee Hills, GA 30268
    • Phone: (770) 463-9997
    • Website: serenbe.com
29. The Estate
    • Address: 3109 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
    • Phone: (404) 869-8858
    • Website: estateatlanta.com
30. Centennial Olympic Park
    • Address: 265 Park Ave W NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
    • Phone: (404) 223-4412
    • Website: gwcca.org/centennial-olympic-park
31. Boccalupo
    • Address: 753 Edgewood Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 577-2332
    • Website: boccalupoatl.com
32. Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta
    • Address: 75 14th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 881-9898
    • Website: fourseasons.com/atlanta
33. Winn Park
    • Address: 32 Lafayette Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: N/A
34. Candler Park
    • Address: 585 Candler Park Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 371-2711
    • Website: candlerpark.org
35. The Chastain
    • Address: 4320 Powers Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30342
    • Phone: (404) 257-6416
    • Website: thechastainatl.com
36. Historic Fourth Ward Park
    • Address: 680 Dallas St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
    • Phone: (404) 590-7275
    • Website: h4wpc.org
37. The Painted Pin
    • Address: 737 Miami Cir NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
    • Phone: (404) 814-8736
    • Website: thepaintedpin.com
38. Cator Woolford Gardens
    • Address: 1815 S Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 377-3836
    • Website: catorwoolfordgardens.org
39. Sweetwater Creek State Park
    • Address: 1750 Mount Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122
    • Phone: (770) 732-5871
    • Website: gastateparks.org/SweetwaterCreek
40. Morgan Falls Overlook Park
    • Address: 200 Morgan Falls Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
    • Phone: (770) 730-5600
    • Website: sandyspringsga.gov
41. The Albert
    • Address: 918 Austin Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 872-4990
    • Website: thealbertatlanta.com
42. The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta
    • Address: 181 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
    • Phone: (404) 659-0400
    • Website: ritzcarlton.com/atlanta
43. Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail
    • Address: Multiple access points
    • Phone: (404) 477-3003
    • Website: beltline.org
44. Avalon in Alpharetta (by the ice rink/tree)
    • Address: 400 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta, GA 30009
    • Phone: (770) 765-2000
    • Website: experienceavalon.com
45. Grant Park (near the fountain)
    • Address: 840 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
    • Phone: (404) 521-0938
    • Website: gpconservancy.org
46. World of Coca-Cola (private tour)
    • Address: 121 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
    • Phone: (404) 676-5151
    • Website: worldofcoca-cola.com
47. Ticonderoga Club
    • Address: 99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 458-4534
    • Website: ticonderogaclub.com
48. Millennium Gate Museum
    • Address: 395 17th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30363
    • Phone: (404) 881-0900
    • Website: thegateatlanta.org
49. Le Bilboquet
    • Address: 3027 Bolling Way NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
    • Phone: (404) 869-9944
    • Website: lebilboquetatlanta.com
50. Gibbs Gardens
    • Address: 1987 Gibbs Dr, Ball Ground, GA 30107
    • Phone: (770) 893-1881
    • Website: gibbsgardens.com
51. Tiny Lou’s
    • Address: 789 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
    • Phone: (470) 485-0099
    • Website: tinylous.com
52. Rhodes Hall
    • Address: 1516 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 885-7800
    • Website: georgiatrust.org
53. The Iberian Pig
    • Address: 121 Sycamore St, Decatur, GA 30030
    • Phone: (404) 371-8800
    • Website: theiberianpigatl.com
54. Atlanta Contemporary Art Center
    • Address: 535 Means St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
    • Phone: (404) 688-1970
    • Website: atlantacontemporary.org
55. The Garden Room
    • Address: 88 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
    • Phone: (404) 600-6471
    • Website: thegardenroomatlanta.com
56. Freedom Park
    • Address: Moreland Ave NE & North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
    • Phone: (770) 224-2100
    • Website: freedompark.org
57. Little Five Points (for a quirky, unique vibe)
    • Address: Little Five Points, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: l5patl.com
58. Center for Puppetry Arts
    • Address: 1404 Spring St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 873-3391
    • Website: puppet.org
59. Marcel
    • Address: 1170 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318
    • Phone: (404) 665-4555
    • Website: marcelatl.com
60. Piedmont Driving Club (if a member)
    • Address: 1215 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 875-2565
    • Website: piedmontdrivingclub.org
61. Foundry Park
    • Address: 457 Monument Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
    • Phone: (404) 521-0938
    • Website: N/A
62. O-Ku Atlanta
    • Address: 1085 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
    • Phone: (404) 500-2383
    • Website: o-kusushi.com
63. Fernbank Museum of Natural History (under the dinosaurs)
    • Address: 767 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 929-6300
    • Website: fernbankmuseum.org
64. Lucian Books and Wine
    • Address: 3005 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30305
    • Phone: (404) 549-2655
    • Website: lucianbooksandwine.com
65. PATH400 Greenway Trail
    • Address: Multiple access points in Buckhead
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: path400.org
66. Westside Reservoir Park
    • Address: Johnson Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
    • Phone: (404) 546-6813
    • Website: atlantaga.gov
67. Kimball House
    • Address: 303 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
    • Phone: (404) 378-3502
    • Website: kimball-house.com
68. Murphy Candler Park
    • Address: 1551 W Nancy Creek Dr NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319
    • Phone: (404) 637-0542
    • Website: brookhavenga.gov
69. Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead
    • Address: 3376 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
    • Phone: (404) 995-7500
    • Website: waldorfastoriaatlanta.com
70. Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area
    • Address: 3350 Klondike Rd, Stonecrest, GA 30038
    • Phone: (404) 998-8384
    • Website: arabiaalliance.org
71. Porsche Experience Center
    • Address: One Porsche Dr, Atlanta, GA 30354
    • Phone: (888) 204-7474
    • Website: porschedriving.com/atlanta
72. Staplehouse
    • Address: 541 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
    • Phone: (404) 524-5005
    • Website: staplehouse.com
73. College Football Hall of Fame
    • Address: 250 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
    • Phone: (404) 880-4800
    • Website: cfbhall.com
74. Barcelona Wine Bar
    • Address: 240 North Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: (404) 589-1010
    • Website: barcelonawinebar.com
75. The Rooftop at Hotel Indigo
    • Address: 230 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
    • Phone: (404) 523-7600
    • Website: ihg.com
76. Krog Street Tunnel (for an artistic, edgy proposal)
    • Address: 1 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: N/A
77. Decatur Square
    • Address: Downtown Decatur, GA 30030
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: decaturga.com
78. Bacchanalia
    • Address: 1460 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
    • Phone: (404) 365-0410
    • Website: starprovisions.com/bacchanalia
79. Loews Atlanta Hotel
    • Address: 1065 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 745-5000
    • Website: loewshotels.com/atlanta-hotel
80. Drawbar at the InterContinental Buckhead
    • Address: 3315 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
    • Phone: (404) 946-9070
    • Website: drawbaratl.com
81. Silver Comet Trail
    • Address: Multiple access points, starting in Smyrna
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: silvercometga.com
82. The Wimbish House
    • Address: 1150 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 870-8833
    • Website: thewimbishhouse.com
83. A private helicopter tour over the city
    • Company: Atlanta Helicopter Tours
    • Phone: (866) 881-2244
    • Website: atlantahelitours.com
84. Little Trouble
    • Address: 1170 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
    • Phone: (404) 500-4737
    • Website: little-trouble.com
85. Fetch Park (for dog lovers)
    • Address: 520 Daniel St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
    • Phone: (678) 568-8835
    • Website: fetchpark.com
86. Ponce de Leon Springs
    • Address: 640 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: N/A
87. East Palisades Trail (at the bamboo forest)
    • Address: 1425 Indian Trail NW, Sandy Springs, GA 30327
    • Phone: (678) 538-1200
    • Website: nps.gov
88. The Georgian Terrace Hotel
    • Address: 659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
    • Phone: (404) 897-1991
    • Website: thegeorgianterrace.com
89. The Tabernacle
    • Address: 152 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
    • Phone: (404) 659-9022
    • Website: tabernacleatl.com
90. Atlantic Station (during the holiday light show)
    • Address: 1380 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30363
    • Phone: (404) 410-4010
    • Website: atlanticstation.com
91. Woodfire Grill
    • Address: 1782 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
    • Phone: (404) 347-9055
    • Website: woodfiregrill.com
92. Ansley Park
    • Address: Ansley Park Neighborhood, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: N/A
    • Website: ansleypark.org
93. Floataway Cafe
    • Address: 1123 Zonolite Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
    • Phone: (404) 892-1414
    • Website: starprovisions.com/floataway-cafe
94. Delta Flight Museum
    • Address: 1060 Delta Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30354
    • Phone: (404) 715-7886
    • Website: deltamuseum.org
95. The Masquerade (for music lovers)
    • Address: 50 Lower Alabama St, Atlanta, GA 30303
    • Phone: (404) 577-8178
    • Website: masqueradeatlanta.com
96. Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
    • Address: 1978 Island Ford Pkwy, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
    • Phone: (678) 538-1200
    • Website: nps.gov/chat
97. Poor Calvin’s
    • Address: 510 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
    • Phone: (404) 254-4051
    • Website: poorcalvins.com
98. Empire State South
    • Address: 999 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
    • Phone: (404) 541-1105
    • Website: empirestatesouth.com
99. Sope Creek Park Ruins
    • Address: 3760 Paper Mill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067
    • Phone: (770) 528-8800
    • Website: cobbcounty.org
100. Topgolf Atlanta (in a private bay)
     * Address: 1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
     * Phone: (404) 475-4000
     * Website: topgolf.com/us/atlanta-midtown/

Now that you’re engaged, the next exciting chapter begins: planning the wedding. As you start dreaming of your perfect day, consider a venue that offers a blend of natural beauty and historic charm, conveniently located near Atlanta. Hightower Falls is a breathtaking destination that provides a truly magical setting for your celebration. With its stunning 80-foot waterfall and the ruins of a historic gristmill, the photo opportunities are as endless as they are beautiful.

We invite you to schedule a private tour of Hightower Falls to experience its unique romance firsthand. We are currently booking for spring, summer, and fall weddings in 2026, 2027, and 2028. Whether you envision an intimate ceremony by the water’s edge or a grand reception in our spacious hall, our team is dedicated to helping you create the day you’ve always imagined. Let your journey together continue at a place where nature’s elegance meets timeless history. Visit us to see why so many couples choose Hightower Falls for the beginning of their forever.

We invite newly engaged couples to schedule a private tour of Hightower Falls to experience its magic firsthand. Envision exchanging vows with the sound of the waterfall behind you or celebrating with loved ones in our beautifully restored barn. We are currently booking for spring, summer, and fall weddings in 2026, 2027, and 2028. A tour will allow you to explore the grounds, appreciate the venue’s unique charm, and start picturing the wedding of your dreams. Let the enchantment of your December engagement lead you to the timeless beauty of Hightower Falls.

At Hightower Falls wedding venue in North Georgia, we have a gorgeous, 80-foot spring-fed waterfall, stunning forest grounds, and a newly renovated indoor reception space! We offer a variety of wedding packages, from flexible, intimate elopements to all-inclusive 200+ guest weddings that are beautiful in every season in the North Georgia mountains (just 1 hour from Atlanta!). View our stunning indoor and outdoor spaces here!

Ready to begin the search for your perfect Georgia venue? Contact Hightower Falls today to schedule a venue tour and envision how your special day could unfold. We can’t wait to hear from you, 770-748-8588, info@hightowerfalls.com, 771 HIGHTOWER FALLS ROAD, CEDARTOWN, GA, 30125. We are only an hour away from Atlanta Georgia, an hour from Marietta Georgia and the drive out is stunning! For more wedding inspiration, follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok.