Quick take
- Prioritize privacy over perfection: the moment should feel yours.
- Time beats location: choose a good hour, not a famous spot.
- Have a backup: a café or warm indoor stop nearby.
How to choose the right spot
Pick a place you can arrive without stress and leave without awkwardness. The best proposal spots are the ones with a natural ‘after’ plan: a meal, a walk, a drink, or a warm café.
- Golden hour canal walk (calm, easy, beautiful).
- Old Town lane corner (early morning for privacy).
- Riverfront moment (wide space, less crowding).