Clint & Amanda's surprise proposal at Marimurtra Botanical Garden


Planning a surprise proposal is never easy, especially if you’re coming from the US or another part of Europe.



Clint got in touch a few weeks before their trip to Europe. He was sure about one thing: he wanted the proposal to feel real and truly surprising. Rather than picking a crowded city spot, he chose Marimurtra Botanical Garden, famous for its stunning sea views, calm setting, and lovely gardens.


We discussed every detail together, from where to meet to the best time of day, making sure everything felt natural so Amanda wouldn’t suspect anything. Our goal was simple: let the moment be theirs, while I quietly captured every emotion as it happened.

Turquoise Mediterranean cove with rocky cliffs, lush green trees, small sandy beach, and white villa overlooking crystal clear waters.
Couple walking hand in hand on a scenic coastal path with Mediterranean sea views and lush pine trees.
Man proposes on one knee in a stunning Italian garden with cypress trees and Mediterranean sea views.

The Moment Everything Changed


Clint and I planned that they would stop their walk at one of the most iconic spots overlooking the temple and the sea. That was my cue to leave my hiding place and start taking photos of the big moment. My hands shook as I pressed the shutter again and again, trying to capture every second.


He reached into his pocket, knelt down on one knee, and finally asked the question he had been waiting months to ask. Amanda went from total surprise to joyful disbelief, then gave him the biggest hug. There were happy tears, so many emotions, and of course, she said yes!


I kept my distance and captured every second without interrupting, letting them experience the moment just as it was.

Close-up of a hand wearing a rose gold diamond engagement ring, gently touching white Queen Anne's Lace flowers.
Couple sitting under white columns of a cliffside terrace overlooking turquoise Mediterranean sea waters and rocky coastline.
A man lifts a smiling blonde woman in a red floral dress in a sunny garden with tall cypress trees.
Couple in love sharing a tender moment on a scenic Amalfi Coast terrace with ocean views and terracotta planters.

Celebrating the engagement


Once the proposal was over, the nerves faded right away. Clint and Amanda walked hand in hand through the gardens, moving slowly, taking in the excitement, and enjoying their first moments as an engaged couple. These are often my favorite photos, not because they’re posed, but because they’re real. The smiles are effortless. The laughter is natural. Everything feels lighter.


Instead of directing every movement, I gave gentle guidance and let Clint and Amanda enjoy the experience together.

Couple holding hands walking by a Mediterranean gazebo, woman in red floral dress, man in white shirt, ocean view backdrop.
Couple standing together in a lush garden with pink bougainvillea and green trees on a sunny day.
A joyful couple takes a selfie on a sunny terrace overlooking the sea, as the woman shows off her engagement ring.

Why Marimurtra is one of the best proposal locations in Barcelona?


Couples are drawn to Marimurtra because it feels so peaceful and is different from many busy tourist spots in Barcelona. Here, you can slow down and find quiet places to enjoy time together. The botanical garden sits high above the sea in the lomarimvely town of Blanes. It brings together colorful flowers, palm-lined paths, dramatic cliffs, and sweeping views of the Mediterranean. Everywhere you look, it feels made for romance.


If you are planning a surprise proposal in Barcelona or on the Costa Brava, this spot is tough to beat!

Couple embracing in a white classical rotunda with columns, woman in red floral dress, Mediterranean setting.
Turquoise Mediterranean cove with rocky cliffs, lush green trees, small sandy beach, and white villa overlooking crystal clear waters.
A smiling woman in a red floral dress receives a flower from a man in a white shirt in a blooming garden.
A woman with long hair hugs a gray-haired man after their surprise proposal in Barcelona
Couple sitting on brick garden steps surrounded by cypress trees, woman in red floral dress, man in white shirt.
Close-up of a couple holding hands, showcasing a beautiful oval diamond engagement ring on the woman's finger.
Couple sitting together on a stone bench in a lush tropical garden with palm trees, man in white shirt, woman in red floral dress.

Thinking about proposing at Marimurtra?

Marimurtra Botanical Garden is one of my favorite places for proposals and engagements near Barcelona. With its Mediterranean views, well-kept gardens, and peaceful atmosphere, it’s a wonderful spot for such a special moment.


If you’re thinking about a surprise proposal in Barcelona or along the Costa Brava, I’d be happy to help you plan something personal, relaxed, and truly memorable. Long after the flowers are gone and the champagne is finished, your photos will help you relive the moment everything changed.

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