Things to do on Valentine’s Day in Brisbane

Try something new for your Valentine's Day date night and devour a 3-course Middle Eastern dinner with a glass of wine.

• Location: Gasworks Plaza, Shop 5/70 Longland Street, Newstead
• Cost: $110 for 2 people

A winery tour and wine tasting will set the mood on Valentine's Day. Spend the afternoon learning all about wines and finish it off with a 3-course dinner at Tuscan Terrace.

• Location: Mount Cotton Road, Mount Cotton
• Cost: $280 for 2 people

Treat yourselves to a seafood indulgence at one of the hottest tables on the Gold Coast. Lobster Mornay and oysters are included, as is a bottle of sparkling for 2.

• Location: Shop 6 / 50 Marine Parade, Southport
• Cost: $120 for 2 people

Satisfy those cravings with a hearty meal of top Aussie fare. Perfect for those who love local eats and drinks, its beer menu features a bevy of local craft beers which are also included in this deal.

• Location: 75 Welsby Street, New Farm
• Cost: Cost: $95 for 2 people

Light eaters or light budgets can make a romantic evening of it at The Peacock Inn with Chinese favourites.

• Location: Shop 1, 2705 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach Gold Coast
• Cost: $59 for 2 people

Steal away for the day for a romantic trip to the nearby Tamborine Mountain. On the agenda is a gourmet lunch as well as visits to wineries, breweries and cheese shops.

• Location: Pick up from Brisbane CBD
• Cost: $215 per person

Spend a half-day among the vineyards this Valentine’s Day as you picnic with someone special. Your package includes a generous hamper for 2 as well as your choice of a bottle of Sirromet wines.

• Location: 850-938 Mount Cotton Road, Mount Cotton
• Cost: $169 for 2 people

Experience a touch of elegance this Valentine’s Day with a selection of finger sandwiches, warm scones, cakes and sparkling wine (or tea, of course).

• Location: 93 Cook Street, Oxley
• Cost: $39 for 2 people

Play this Valentine's Day right by spoiling your Valentine with a mammoth seafood dinner overlooking the water.

• Location: Shop 5/11-13 Marine Parade, Bellara
• Cost: $59 for 2 people

Start the day right on Valentine's Day with a sweet breakfast at Chocolate Country. Choose from coffee, tea or hot chocolate and freshly baked scones.

• Location: 192 Main Street, Montville
• Cost: $15 for 2 people

See Brisbane from new heights this Valentine’s Day with a bridge climb. You and your special someone can take in the 360-degree views during the day or as the sun sets.

• Location: Story Bridge Adventure Climb, 170 Main Street, Kangaroo Point
• Cost: From $88.64 per person

Start the day with a helicopter flight to Sirromet Winery. Explore the vineyards for 2 hours before the helicopter takes you back to Archerfield while you enjoy the views above Brisbane City.

• Location: Mount Cotton, Queensland
• Cost: $888 for 2 people

Spoil your loved one on Valentine's Day with a relaxing aromatherapy massage and back polish.

• Location: Hawthorne, Queensland
• Cost: $205 per person

Create a masterpiece with your other half as you sip your drinks. New to painting? No stress. You’ll receive step-by-step instructions throughout the experience.

• Location: Fortitude Valley
• Cost: $45 per person

Hearts will flutter as you witness Brisbane's city lights illuminate as the sun sets below the horizon from your seat in this private helicopter ride.

• Location: Brisbane, Queensland
• Cost: $291 for 2 people

Book the best seat in the house on a helicopter ride that soars over this amazing city. Everyone's guaranteed a window seat. Little kiddos they're welcome too.

• Location: Archerfield Airport
• Cost: $98 per person

Spend the day meeting some of the cutest and coolest native creatures at the famous Australia Zoo. Get there the scenic way on the Croc Express which drives by the Glasshouse Mountains.

• Location: Pick up from Brisbane CBD
• Cost: $149 per person (including Australia Zoo entry)

Couples who love doing things together can learn how to prepare the perfect coffee and free pour designs such as love hearts.

• Location: Shop 18/115 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley
• Cost: $150 per person

Take the afternoon off work this Valentine's Day to get active and artsy with your better half. This is heaps of fun and with paint-filled water bombs ready, you can recreate that 10 Things I Hate About You moment.

• Location: Stapylton (various locations)
• Cost: $50 per person

Swoon over the city and your date while riding the iconic wheel. Fingers crossed you get the capsule all to yourselves.

• Location: Cultural Forecourt South Bank Parklands Russell Street, South Brisbane
• Cost: $33 for 2 people

Design and create masterpieces for your home at this beginner-friendly wheel-throwing workshop. By the end of it, you'll have 4 completed pieces of pottery.

• Location: Hamilton, Queensland
• Cost: $129 per person

Even you won't know what lies ahead when you close your eyes and book this mystery getaway. All you know is that it's domestic and includes accommodation for both nights and airport transfers. Details are provided 2–3 days before you take off. Now that's a surprise.

• Location: Unknown
• Cost: $1,500 for 2 people

Wake up to water views – quite literally – by booking this overnight yacht stay. It comes with the whole package, from meals to a bottle of fine wine to share.

• Location: South Stradbroke Island
• Cost: $4,890 for 2 people

Sleep under the stars in luxury and comfort inside your very own glamping tent. This hire means you can prop your tent up wherever you like – from your favourite local holiday spot to your backyard.

• Location: Sunshine Coast and Brisbane
• Cost: $550 for 2 people

You'll feel miles away from anyone and everyone in this luxurious treehouse-style pavilion. It features laguna views, which you can enjoy from your floating balcony. Package includes wine tasting at the cellar door, daily breakfast and late checkout.

• Location: 850 Mount Cotton Road, Mount Cotton
• Cost: $518 for 2 nights

Quirky and cool, Ovolo hotels are some of the most unique in the world. On top of a stylish suite you'll score daily breakfast, a fully stocked (free) minibar, loot bag of snacks and access to the candy bar.

• Location: 1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
• Cost: $408 per room