Feel the Love 14 different ways in San Francisco this Valentine's Day

For those looking to wine and dine:

Cocktails and a View at Top of the Mark

Known for their signature martinis and magnificent views of San Francisco, the Top of the Mark rooftop bar is the perfect place to complement the most romantic evening. Arrive for pre-dinner drinks and experience the sun setting on the San Francisco skyline, or linger for a nightcap with the twinkling lights of the city beckoning. www.intercontinentalmarkhopkins.com/top-of-the-mark.aspx

Urban Wineries

No time to head to wine country? Enjoy a first class wine tasting experience at one of the many new urban wineries located within San Francisco's 49 square miles. Bluxome Street Winery is releasing three specialty wines during the month of February for their South of the Slot Wine Tasting Event. www.bluxomewinery.com

Illuminate Your Night

Lovers can gaze upon artist Leo Villareal's monumental light sculpture known as The Bay Lights, illuminating the Bay Bridge through March 2015. Dine at Epic Roasthouse, Waterbar or Chaya Brasserie for a five-star dining experience, complete with a beautiful view of this stunning lights insallation. www.epicroasthouse.com| www.waterbarsf.com | www.thechaya.com

For the arts lovers:

Night at the SF JAZZ Center
Feb. 13 - 14

SF JAZZ Center presents Claudia Villela and Harvey Wainapel performing Stan Getz's “Getz/Gilberto”.

Brazilian-born vocalist Claudia Villela and renowned San Francisco saxophonist Harvey Wainapel revisit the classic 1963 Stan Getz collaboration with Joao Gilberto that defined the bossa nova sound and became one of the best selling jazz recordings of all time, Getz/Gilberto. www.sfjazz.org

Magnolias by Moonlight
Feb. 14, 5-7 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Begin the evening at the SF Botanical Gardens. Wander the lovely, hidden nooks of the Exhibition Garden and sip cocktails under the lantern-strung eaves of an outdoor Asian pavilion. After, stay for the Magnolias by Moonlight tour and roam the moonlit paths of the Garden, guided by a naturalist. Marvel at the magnolia blossoms overhead reflecting the silvery moon and inhale their lovely fragrance. Enjoy hot, aromatic tea and cookies at the Moon Viewing Pond. Be sure to bring a flashlight. www.SFBotanicalGarden.org

Love to Laugh
Feb. 14, 8-10 p.m.

BATS Improv Presents “Valentine's Romantic Comedy.”
Bay Area Theater Sports presents a delightfully hilarious, an improvised romantic comedy farce. Filled with big characters, mistaken identities, slamming doors, and lots of love, this full-length story is sure to be a hit with couples and singles alike. www.improv.org

For the adventure-seekers:

Golden Gate Bridge

Take a romantic stroll on San Francisco's most famous bridge. Or for the more adventurous couple, rent a bicycle built for two with special Valentine's Day rates offered by Blazing Saddles and Bay City Bike. Bike over the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco to Sausalito and enjoy a quaint, waterfront lunch. Too tired to bike back? Take the ferry from Sausalito to San Francisco. www.blazingsaddles.com | www.baycitybike.com

Kayak at Twilight
Feb. 14, 5:30–9:30 p.m.

Take a quiet kayak trip along the scenic San Francisco waterfront. This twilight journey visits the Bay Bridge, Cupid's Span, Ferry Building and McCovey Cove. A free photo album is included to capture highlights of the trip. www.citykayak.com

Sail the Bay with Your Sweetheart

For a romantic evening out on the water, San Francisco Bay offers a variety of Valentine's Day cruises.

Blue & Gold Fleet Valentine's Day Sunset Cruise
Feb. 14, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Grab your sweetheart to sip champagne and cruise the bay at sunset on Blue & Gold Fleet's Valentine's Day Sunset Cruise. Tickets include free flowing champagne and a no host cash bar, chocolate dipped strawberries and mini cupcakes, rose giveaway, discounted parking at the PIER 39 Garage, Valentine's Day music and more. www.blueandgoldfleet.com

Hornblower's Amore Valentine's Dinner Cruise
Feb. 14 and 15

Love is on the water this Valentine's Day. Feast on a delicious buffet dinner while sipping your choice of wine and beer. You and your sweetheart can dance the night away to the DJ entertainment or step outside to enjoy the best views of the breathtaking San Francisco city skyline. Delight in the entire experience of this romantic dinner excursion for an unforgettable Valentine's Day. www.hornblowersf.com

Hornblower's Cupid's Champagne Brunch Cruise
Feb. 14, 15 and 16

Spend your afternoon on our Cupid's Valentine's Day Champagne Brunch cruise and enjoy an elaborate buffet featuring a wide selection of brunch favorites. Sip free-flowing bubbly and bottomless mimosas. Relax to the romantic styling of the live entertainment on board, or step onto the outer deck for the breathtaking sights of the San Francisco Skyline. www.hornblowersf.com

Valentines Bay Lights Sail
Feb. 14 – Departs from Sausalito

Board the schooner Freda B for a most romantic sail: The Bay Lights Sail from 8-10pm. This is a perfect way to extend date night. After you take your special someone to an early dinner in one of the great restaurants in Sausalito join us for a special twilight sail around the San Francisco Bay. Take in the epic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, SF Skyline and Angel Island as they sparkle at night. www.sfbayadventures.com

Take a Stroll on Lover's Lane

Take your date off the beaten path and hike through San Francisco's historic Presidio. Open spaces, trails and inspiring vistas provide plenty of opportunity to be alone with your loved one while enjoying the quiet beauty that can only be found at the Presidio. Steal a kiss on Lover's Lane and experience the sunset from Baker Beach. Guided tours are available through www.urbanhikersf.com, or explore on your own www.presidio.gov.

For the day dates:

Ferry Building Marketplace

Sample artisan cheeses, sip Blue Bottle Coffee and feast on Tomales Bay oysters – the Ferry Building Marketplace is the perfect day-date destination. https://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/

For the Sweet Tooth

Feb. 13–15, tours run 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Bring your sweetie on a Gourmet Walks Valentine's Cupcake & Chocolate Tour. These special tours will run only on Valentine's Day weekend, featuring three gourmet cupcake stops and five chocolate tasting stops. Generous tastings will leave couples on a romantic chocolate high. www.gourmetwalks.com

Picnic in the Park

For the budget-minded, bring a picnic lunch and rent a paddle or row boat and go for a romantic ride around the beautiful, 12-acre Stow Lake. Also in the park, share the love by making a handmade, pressed flower card at the Conservatory of Flowers and watch as the penguins build their nests out of heart-shaped valentines at the California Academy of Sciences. www.conservatoryofflowers.org | www.calacademy.org

Hop-On with Your Valentine

Tour the city with your valentine and City Sightseeing. Buy one get one free tickets are available on all City Sightseeing bus tours for Valentine's Day weekend. Hop-On Hop-Off Tours offer breathtaking sites of the City by the Bay, while guides present interesting history, facts and recommendations. Sites include Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, and tours out to Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito and Muir Woods for a romantic hike and picnic. www.city-sightseeing.us

The San Francisco Travel Association is the official tourism marketing organization for the City and County of San Francisco. For information on reservations, activities and more, visit www.sanfrancisco.travel or call 415-391-2000. The Visitor Information Center is located at 900 Market St. in Hallidie Plaza, lower level, near the Powell Street cable car turnaround.