Romantic Destinations

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Explore art, history and local culture.

Get the Museum Pass for an all-inclusive digital ticket to area museums such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame, McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, and The National First Ladies Library & Museum.

Visit an eclectic mix of area art museums, galleries, and artist studios, and stroll through downtown Canton's vibrant displays of public art including The Eleven, which commemorates the greatest moments in the first century of professional football, and the impressive array of murals throughout downtown's Warehouse District.

Explore over 100 miles of hiking trails and outdoor recreation across Stark County.

The Towpath Trail stretches south of Stark Count and north through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park to Lake Erie in Cleveland, Ohio. Explore history while enjoying outdoor recreation along the Ohio & Erie Canalway Towpath Trail in Canal Fulton. Discover the stories of this long-past mode of transport inside the Canalway Center and enjoy a boat tour on St. Helena III. Canoe or kayak along the tranquil waterway, or cycle together along the crushed limestone trails. Rentals are available at Ernie's Bike Shop and Canal Fulton Canoe Livery.

For a classic romance experience, head to Stark Parks Sippo Lake Marina for the evening. Rent a paddleboat and enjoy the breathtaking sunset over Sippo Lake.

Not a fan of exploring outside? That's not a problem!

Unleash your inner creative with hands-on activities and artistic fun at Hot Pots Pottery, Art From the Hart, or Glazed & Amused. Looking for some thrill? Head to K1 Speed Canton for a competitive date night behind the wheel of go karts! Or head to Finney's Arcade & Parlor in Downtown Canton a new arcade filled with retro charm and good times.

Stay young at heart.

Be active and amused and have a blast together at a variety of fun date destinations.

Sep 02, 2026

Fall Fun & Festivals Round-up

It’s almost everyone’s favorite season—FALL! The time when everyone falls in love with everything pumpkin spice, corn mazes, apple cider, and pumpkin picking. Check out all of the fall fun that are happening in Stark County!

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Cozy up in unique places to stay.

Find the perfect place to stay for a romantic couples trip in Ohio.

Off the Beaten Path

Gervasi Vineyard Winery & Resort - If you're planning to explore Ohio's wine country, book an overnight stay for a romantic getaway together at Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa. Treat yourself to warm, Italian luxury in the heart of northeast Ohio. The Tuscan-inspired 55-acre landscape features a spring-fed lake, vineyards, a winery, a wine bar, a tasting cave, villas, multiple dining venues, a distillery, a spa, and a full line-up of special events and live music. Gervasi's AAA Diamond-rated accommodations feature luxury amenities like fireplaces, heated floors, and heated towel bars.

Canal Fulton - After an adventure on the Towpath Trail enjoy dinner at your choice of fine dining restaurants in Canal Fulton perfect for a date night such as The Barrel Room, Bocca Grande Italian Steakhouse, or Miller Doan Tavern, and get comfortable at Tandem Trails Guestroom or Cornerstone on the Canal.

Minerva - If craft brew is more to your taste, reserve your stay at Sandy Springs's Brewery Brewers Quarters or Century House in Minerva, located along the historic, cross-country Lincoln Highway. Visit the local shops and restaurants along this classic American main street in rural USA. For a delicious, romantic dinner head to the hilltop Hart Mansion. There's more local art to explore here as well. Stop to visit the Market Street Art Spot and Art Gallery on 30.

Looking for a place to stay within a short distance of nightlife and entertainment?

Stay in downtown Canton at the DoubleTree by Hilton - Canton Downtown, or in Massillon at the Hampton Inn - Massillon. Holiday Inn Canton and other hotels in the Belden Village area are centrally located in a busy retail and dining district.

Social at the Stone House

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Reserve your table.

Find the perfect place to eat for a romantic meal. Check out the list of delectable date night restaurants.

Pick up some sweet treats with your sweetie.

There's no shortage of local bakeries, chocolatiers, ice cream parlors, and coffee shops.

Sip, savor, and relax.

Enjoy locally crafted, award-winning wine , brew, and spirits.

Delve into art, history, and local culture.

Canton sign at centennial plaza with blue sky

Downtown Canton

Dine at local restaurants. Listen to live music. Shop local art galleries and specialty shops. Stop for photo ops at the museums, historic points of interest, and public art.

explore

Explore art, history and local culture.

Explore over 100 miles of hiking trails and outdoor recreation across Stark County.

Not a fan of exploring outside? That's not a problem!

Stay young at heart.

Snuggle

Cozy up in unique places to stay.

Off the Beaten Path

Looking for a place to stay within a short distance of nightlife and entertainment?

Indulge

Reserve your table.

Pick up some sweet treats with your sweetie.

Sip, savor, and relax.

Delve into art, history, and local culture.

explore natural beauty and outdoor recreation.

Discover Unique Romatic places to stay.

Stay close to Nightlife & Entertainment.

Dine at Delicious Dateworthy Destinations.

Enjoy classic sweets and treats.

Sip local Wine, Brew & Spirits.

Find lively activities for a fun date day.