16 Best Winter Honeymoon Destinations in USA 2024
Are you looking for the best winter honeymoon destinations in USA?
Couples usually have that time where they are excited to be married and to go for their honeymoon. As we all know, love does not wait for anything.
Be it the weather or season or even time itself. It is therefore important to have options of a honeymoon destination or destinations anytime of the year.
Today, we are going to see the 16 best winter honeymoon destinations in the USA and I hope you enjoy whichever one you opt for.
16 Best Winter Honeymoon Destinations in USA
1. Block island.
Block Island is an island of the Outer Lands coastal archipelago. It is located south of mainland Rhode Island and is a part of Rhode Island.
It is a popular summer tourist destination. The main appeal of the area is its beautiful beaches and also its historic lighthouses.
However, the place is beautiful in the winter too and I think it is the best place to go for a winter honeymoon in the USA.
There are so many activities newlyweds can do to enjoy the time spent on Block Island. It depends on what you prefer to do and if you are open minded, with enough time, you can try out absolutely everything.
It is a secluded island with limited traffic of people in the winter. You can go for ice skating, ice fishing and even skiing.
They also have beautiful hotels open in the winter with great service like the Manisses hotel and Atlantic Inn so you can stay indoors and enjoy peace and quiet on the uncrowded island. You can also see seals on Pebbly beach in the winter. It is a beautiful winter honeymoon destination.
2. The Pocono Mountains.
These are found in the state of Pennsylvania in the United States. They encompass forested peaks, lakes and valleys. The area has many small beautiful towns.
It is a great place to go to in the winter so if you are having a winter honeymoon, this is definitely a place for consideration.
There is so much to do to enjoy your honeymoon. If you like being active, you can go for gliding down mountain slopes like the big boulder, Shawnee and Jack Frost or for skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing and other fun activities.
If you prefer coziness to the harsh winter, there are amazing resorts that offer indoor water parks and pools which are warmer.
You can also go for a sleigh ride offered by Daisy Field Farm and if you like history, you can visit the Asa Packer Mansion Museum to appreciate some history.
There is so much more I have not mentioned but it is a great winter honeymoon destination.
2. Aspen, Colorado.
This is a town located in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and is a ski resort town great for visiting all year round.
It is one of the most beautiful places in the USA during the winter. Aspen has some of the best slopes for skiing in the United States so it is very popular for its skiing.
There are other fun activities like snow tubing, snow biking, ice skating and others. You can also have a guided tour of the city and get to know the best restaurants, spots for skiing and fun places to visit on your own.
There are also beautiful hotels and resorts to stay in as well like Hotel Jerome, The Gant, The Little Nell and many others. This is a great winter honeymoon destination and you will not be disappointed if you choose this one.
3. Key West, Florida.
This is an island city found in Florida in the United States. Keywest has beautiful winter weather which varies from month to month.
It is well known for its colorful conch styled houses and its coral reefs that are great for diving and snorkeling so it is a beautiful place to go in the winter.
It is also less crowded in the winter here meaning shorter lines and less crowded venues so you will definitely enjoy your honeymoon to the fullest.
The beaches are great for taking long walks too with your partner.
4. New York.
This is indeed the city that never sleeps. All year round, New York will never disappoint you. It makes no difference if it is summer or winter, it is always bustling with activity.
It is therefore a great winter honeymoon destination. If you want to get firsthand city experience, this is the place to go.
It has the Statue of Liberty and the Empire state building which are its most well-known tourist attractions.
You can also book a helicopter tour of the city and view their gorgeous skyline. You also get to see the famous Times Square, Rockefeller Center and the Museum of ice cream.
There is so much to see in the beautiful city plus all the different kinds of food you are exposed to.
It has all kinds of restaurants: Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Moroccan, Egyptian and many others. You will never be short of what to do in this city even in winter making it a great winter honeymoon destination.
5. California.
This is a state on the West coast of the Unites States. It is a coastal state and its terrain is made up of cliff lined beaches, redwood forest, the Mojave Desert and the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
It has three major cities: Los Angeles (LA), San Fransisco and San Diego. LA is the most active of the three and it is also home to Hollywood, the film and entertainment center.
Hollywood has the Walk of fame, Dolby theatre, Hollywood wax museum, TCL Chinese theatre and many others. If you like movies, this is the place to go.
The rest of LA is also beautiful. San Francisco has the Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge and San Fransico Museum of Art and San Diego which is the calmer and more peaceful of all three has the most beautiful beaches and sunsets.
Winters in California are not as bad which means you can still enjoy the beauty of the cities.
6. Washington, DC.
This is the beautiful capital of the United States of America. It is located on the east bank of the Potomac River. It was named after George Washington, a Founding Father and the first president of the United States.
Even though it is the capital, it is not as busy as many other cities in the US for instance New York. It is however the most political city.
It hosts all three branches of the US government: Congress, the President and the Supreme Court and has over 170 foreign embassies.
It is a gorgeous city though and is one of the best places to go to during winter. Its winters are usually mild so you can still enjoy going outdoors.
You can go or ice skating, see the White house n the Washington monument, Library of Congress, Lincoln Memorial and much more.
7. The Grand Canyon.
This is a gorgeous canyon located in Arizona in the US. The Grand Canyon is such a breathtaking sight even in the winters.
It is now part of the Grand Canyon national Park. The canyon is over a mile deep and stretches for 277 miles (length). It is a great place to experience the beauty of nature and to appreciate the life and love we have.
Parts of the Grand Canyon are accessible during winter so you can tour it even during the colder months. I can assure you it is just as gorgeous. Aside from the view of the canyon itself, you get to see wildlife as well like mule deer and elk during winter at the canyon.
You can decide to camp on the grounds or go to a hotel nearby. It is a great place for hiking in the winter too.
8. Las Vegas, Nevada.
This is a US city located in the state of Nevada. It is a major resort city which is also known for its gambling, entertainment and night life.
It is always lively throughout the year and it is a great winter honeymoon destination. It has so much more to offer unlike what is seen in movies.
Some of the great places to visit in this city include the Valley of Fire, the Rock canyon, Antelope Canyon, Emerald Cave, Mojave Desert, Container Park and many others.
After all the activities done during the day, you can then head out to the casinos, clubs and enjoy yourself on your honeymoon.
It also has great restaurants and gorgeous hotels to stay in so I can assure you, winter or not, this is a top honeymoon destination. Have some fun before life gets too serious.
9. Bend, and Cannon beach Oregon.
Bend is a city in the Deschutes County in the American state of Oregon. It is central Oregon’s largest city. It is a great location for many outdoor sports because of its terrain and general outlook.
It is therefore a great place to visit any time of the year. Some of the fun activities to do in Bend, Oregon in the winter include ice skating, skiing and snow shoeing.
You can also drive along the Cascade lakes national scenic byway and view the stunning mountain view of Mt. bachelor, the Three sisters and Broken Top, the beauty of the lakes (Devil’s Lake, Hosmer Lake, Cultus Lake, Elk Lake) all of which can be explored and see the amazing wildlife as well. You will definitely enjoy our honeymoon here.
10. Kansas City.
Kansas City is a city in the state of Missouri in the US. It is the largest city in the state. This is a pace that is not mentioned as much but it is rich with history and culture and is a perfect place for a cozy winter honeymoon.
There are so many activities to do in Kansas City such as visiting the Nelson Museum of art or the National World War 1 Museum and memorial or even going to the Kauffman center for performing arts.
They have amusement parks too. Kansas City is also well known for its jazz scene and over 200 fountains. It has the beautiful Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium too.
Winters in Kansas City are mild so everything is open in the winters too. It is a great city to go to for newlyweds because you will always have something to enjoy together.
11. Miami, Florida.
Miami is a scenic city located in South Florida. It is an ideal honeymoon destination all year round. In the winters, it is not that cold. It has sunshine and warm weather. There is so much to do and see while there so you will not have a single dull day your entire honeymoon.
You can go for fun water activities together like snorkeling, swimming or you can simply relax at the beach and play in the sand, take long walks and enjoy the view of the ocean.
There are also many festivals that happen there that you can go for depending on the month you have your honeymoon like the Coconut Grove Art Festival or the International Chocolate Festival and many others.
You can also go hiking or boating and enjoy the beauty of the city.
12. Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
This is a well-known vacation destination that you should really consider for your honeymoon. It is famous for a lot of fun activities including skiing, whitewater rafting, fishing and many more. The most popular activity there during winter is skiing though.
You can ski at the Jackson Hole Mountain resort, Snow king mountain and others. You can also go for skating at the Snow King Sports and Events center which is the best skating rink there. The rink has live shows and live skating events from time to time too. The Skating Club of Jackson Hole and Jackson Hole State Park are also great.
There are of course other snow activities to try out like snowshoeing, dog sledding, snowmobiling and sleigh riding. It is a great honeymoon destination in the winter.
It also has nice affordable hotels so the time spent indoors in worth it too.
13. Hawaii.
This is a US state located 2000 miles from the United States mainland in the Pacific Ocean. It is found outside North America so you will have to leave the mainland to get here.
It is a great place to go to in the winter because it is not as cold as most states. They experience a warm winter. It has a whole different culture and the people are very kind and welcoming.
It is a serene and beautiful place all year round so your honeymoon will be very enjoyable here. Some of the activities you can do there include snorkeling, dolphin sailing, visit the volcanoes, National Park and waterfalls, surfing, swimming.
They also offer many tours as well if you want to have a guided tour. This is an ideal winter honeymoon destination because it is warmer and still as beautiful as it is in the summer.
14. Salt Lake City, Utah.
This is the capital and most populated city of Utah. It is snowy and cold in the winters here but it is not unbearable.
There are of course the conventional winter activities you can do like skiing, hiking, snow shoeing, snow tubing, ice skating and others.
And if you do not like the winter activities, you can visit the museums, go for festivals like the Sundance Film Festival, take long walks in the beautiful city, soak in thermal springs and so much more.
There is just something about this city that is romantic and serene. It is a good honeymoon winter destination.
15. Fairbanks Alaska.
This is a gorgeous city in Alaska during the summer which becomes more beautiful in the winter. It is one of the best places to go to during the winter because it is very beautiful but it is the last on my list because winters here can be brutal.
So, if you are not used to extreme coldness, you won’t enjoy your stay there during the winter. However, if you can handle the cold, you are in for a great time.
The very best thing about Fairbanks is the Northern lights. You do not have to go so far away to see them because Alaska is in the US.
You also get to see and mingle with reindeer, fish in a frozen lake, go inside a glacier, watch ice art (ice sculptures) and of course the usual skiing, snow shoeing, ice skating and other activities. Aside from the harsh winter, this is the best honeymoon winter destination because you get all the beauty that comes with really cold winters.
Winter might seem like a time you are supposed to stay home and be indoors for most of the time but you can have a winter honeymoon which is fun and filled with so many activities you can do together.
There is no rule that honeymoons are for the summer and other seasons only. There are so many beautiful places to go to for your honeymoon in the winter even beyond this list.
All the places that made it onto the list however are amazing and they do offer so much from the views to the activities which is why they are the best.
