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So you’ve finally mustered enough courage to ask your boo for that long-awaited first date? Well-deserved kudos to you; we couldn’t be happier! However, chances are that the whole ordeal of actually asking took all the brain power you had for the moment, and now you are scrambling for that perfect first date idea. And it has to be perfect - anything less just won’t do for this special occasion. But worry not, we got you covered! This is our list of the best first date ideas, and you will definitely find your inspiration here. 

Of course, good first date ideas become really great when you know what your love interest truly likes. Is it something outdoorsy? Or maybe they just can’t get enough of quality cinema time? Or is it museums they find to be the best place to spend time with someone they like? Either way, you’ll definitely find fun first date ideas here, no matter which of these things seems to be the closest to your boo’s heart. And if you already know they share the same feelings as you do, why not shower them with love straight away and choose a cute first date idea? 

So, ready to check out the date ideas we have in store for you? We bet you are! The ideas are just a smidgen further down, and once you are there, be sure to give the greatest ones your vote. And if you know someone who’s also struggling to find the perfect idea for their first date, why not share this article with them? 

#1

Hit Up A Botanic Garden

Hit Up A Botanic Garden

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Iam Knucks
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love botanical gardens! Normally always some biome people will love.

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Go Dessert Hunting

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Lucy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow I just gained 10 lbs & a diabetic coma just looking at these desserts.

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Take A Walk

Take A Walk

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Find A Gorgeous View

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Lucy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Um I can think of even better views but this is different

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Escape An Escape Room

Escape An Escape Room

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Iam Knucks
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kind of funny to put yourself in a position of trying to escape the first date activity on a first date.

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Miniature Golfing

Miniature Golfing

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is not a picture of miniature golf. But yes, miniature golf is the best thing ever.

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Go Kayaking

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Lucy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nope afraid of deep water & certain creatures in the ocean

#14

Visit A Neighborhood You've Never Been To

Visit A Neighborhood You've Never Been To

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Try A Food Truck

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’ll give you a chance to shine your ability to handle a knife and fork TOGETHER!!!

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Visit A Museum

Visit A Museum

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Stannous Flouride
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My choice is an art museum because you can learn a lot about someone from how they react to art.

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Check Out A Street Or Music Festival

Check Out A Street Or Music Festival

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Anything At The Beach

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Dr Jo Jo
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Tanning??? Boring!!! RENT A SEADOO OR TWO!!! That’ll bring the sparkle back into his eyes!!!

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#21

Sample Treats At A Food Festival

Sample Treats At A Food Festival

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See A Comedy Show

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#23

Go Thrift Shopping

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Memere
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love going to thrift shops, but my favorite are the "antique malls" or flea market type places! I've found some really unique stuff in those.

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#24

Eat Ice Cream

Eat Ice Cream

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Dr Jo Jo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Grab a couple of loaded foot long hot dogs…wash it down with two mugs of Heineken!!!

#25

Go On A Photography Walking Tour

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#26

Play Arcade Games

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Sorry…..boys only!!! Oops…immature mama’s men too!,,

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Shoot Pool

Shoot Pool

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Babe…..THAT will never happen!! EVER!!! You can’t even hold a cue……let alone make a shot!!! And HE…will never TAKE YOU there!! He may have friends there!!!

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Hit Up A Coffee Shop

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#29

Go Horseback Riding

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Swap Hobbies

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Haylo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those flipflops on the skateboard and super short-shorts with roller-skates make me cringe 😬

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#34

Try Trivia Night (And Win)

Try Trivia Night (And Win)

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#38

Visit A Tea Room

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Check Out A Carnival Or Amusement Park

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Memere
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Huge nope on the amusement park - waaay too expensive for what they are, plus...people. Too. Many. People.

#40

Take A Wine-Tasting Course

Take A Wine-Tasting Course

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can assess what they're like when they're drunk. I feel like people whose personalities change dramatically when they're drunk are a red flag.

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#41

Bounce Around In A Trampoline Park

Bounce Around In A Trampoline Park

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#43

Try A Swing Dance Class

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#44

Visit A Farmers Market

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Lucy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Would be awesome & did that with my partner when we first started dating

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Go Skating

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#46

Make It A Movie Night

Make It A Movie Night

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Iam Knucks
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Movies don't really leave room for a lot of conversation. Basically leaves you in the position of planning something after or before the movie to get to know them.

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#49

Browse A Record Shop

Browse A Record Shop

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I keep coming home with records though. Considering I have over 8K vinyl albums... ouch! LOL!

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#52

Listen To Jazz

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#53

Play Laser Tag

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#56

Sing Karaoke

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Iam Knucks
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a pretty good test of how comfortable they are at being silly in public. Maybe the most extreme way to test those qualities.

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Take An Art Class

Take An Art Class

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Memere
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nah. Maybe go to one of those places where you paint something while drinking wine, but an actual art class isn't usually a one time thing.

#58

Take A Cooking Class

Take A Cooking Class

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Dr Jo Jo
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great way to discover your date’s fem side!! UNLESS he’ll barbecue in his own back yard!! OOPS!! A young American doesn’t have a backyard!!!

#59

Work On A Puzzle

Work On A Puzzle

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Attend A Sporting Event

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Women usually root for the team with the nicest asses

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#61

Go To A Concert

Go To A Concert

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not sure this is a great first date idea. It leaves no room to have a conversation. Surely the activity before or after the concert is the real date.

#62

Take A Ferry Ride

Take A Ferry Ride

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my opinion, first dates should never be somewhere you can't leave from promptly. Nothing worse than getting a series of red flags and having no way to leave.

#63

Visit An Animal Shelter

Visit An Animal Shelter

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

terrible idea for a first date. Only committed couples should visit a shelter together unless they're volunteering

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Create Your Own Culinary Tour

Create Your Own Culinary Tour

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like the idea, but feeling full and bloated on a first date does not sound appealing.

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#66

Try Partner Yoga

Try Partner Yoga

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Get A Spa Treatment

Get A Spa Treatment

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Memere
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seriously? On a first date??? No. This is something for a long-term relationship only.

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Get Each Other A Gift

Get Each Other A Gift

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is not a date. "And here's your gift. Well, goodbye"

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Take A Meditation Class

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Go For A Run

Go For A Run

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Iam Knucks
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Jesus Christ no. I mean if you're both runners and love it, go for it. But this is a ridiculous pitch for the average person.

#72

Attend A Reading

Attend A Reading

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Iam Knucks
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Again, dates where you have to sit silent are not good dates. The idea is to get to know them.

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#73

Decorate A Space

Decorate A Space

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Check Out Some Open Houses

Check Out Some Open Houses

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