The month is here, the day is not far behind. Valentine's Day is the day every woman dreams of chocolate and roses, while every man adds up his change and paces back and forth between the store aisles. If you have no idea how to spend your Valentine's Day in Charleston, South Carolina, here are a few cost friendly ideas.

1. Dinner Date

Maybe it's been awhile since you've been on a nice date. Surprise your partner with a semi fancy restaurant and dessert. Charleston is filled with restaurants and they can get pricey quick. A few simple suggestions like Five Loaves Cafe, Poogan's Porch, Lowcountry Bistro, and Charleston Crab House might not (completely) break your bank.

2. Dessert Date

If you feel like skipping dinner altogether and heading straight for dessert, Charleston has you covered. Everywhere you look in Charleston there is desserts and yes it is painfully tempting to eat them almost every day. A few of the local favorites include Kaminsky's, Carmella's, Gala Desserts, King Street Cookies, Ben & Jerry's, or Kilwin's Chocolate.

3. Beach Date

Who doesn't love a bright Spring day on the beach. While it's far too cold to swim or tan, sometimes walking along Charleston's finest beaches is all you need to find pure joy. Folly Beach, Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms, and Kiawah Island all have enjoyable beaches with cute little towns.

4. Stroll Through Charleston

If you're looking for something to do during the day, Charleston has many events, historic buildings, shopping, and lounges. Charleston is home to King Street, also considered shopping heaven. If that's not what you or your partner are into there are also museums, historic home tours and parks.

5. Sunset Picnic

Charleston is not only known for its beautiful homes, sandy beaches, and good food. The sunsets at The Battery are a must see and yes, there's a park to take a picnic in if that's what you're up for.

No matter what you do in this big city, you will not be disappointed. Show your significant other how much you love them. Tour, eat, relax, and enjoy the beautiful views this city has to offer. History class always calls Paris "the city of love" - I think Charleston gives it a run for it's money.