When taking a woman out on a date, you don’t want to be like most guys, you want to be THE guy.
While dinner, drinks, or coffee are always suitable options for a first date, it’s nice to step out of the box and do something memorable that will guarantee to score you a second date.
Before planning a date, ask yourself some thought provoking questions to get an idea of what your date might like. Then, plan accordingly.
Here are 15 Best First Date Ideas:
15. Play tourist
A great first date idea is to be tourists in your own city. Often, you take your hometown for granted, and never wind up seeing some of the best sights your city has to offer. Taking your date on a touristy excursion locally allows you to see your city from a different perspective.
14. Live music
If your date is into music, or has a favorite band, don’t think twice about taking them to a live concert. There’s no better way to let loose and enjoy the loud music at the concert. You can also dance together, and take some breaks in the show to chat and get to know each other a little better.
13. Rock Climbing
Rock climbing might be one of the most fun activities for you and your date to try. Enjoy some friendly competition and see who can make it to the top first. This is a great opportunity to guide each other through the potentially scary excercise, and push each other to go even further.
12. Wine tasting
Explore the vineyards on a wine tasting tour. Rent a car or shuttle to bring you to each winery, and set up private tastings so you can drink without worrying about driving. Have great conversations discussing your favorite Cabernet, and even purchase a bottle of your date’s favorite so he/she has a souvenir. If the date goes well, you may just enjoy that bottle together next time.
11. Bowling
Bowling is a great old-school date idea. It embodies a relaxed environment, that will allow your date to feel comfortable. Bowling alleys are cooler nowadays as well, offering light up lanes, loud music, and great food- appetizers, beers, and cocktails. Whether or not either of you are professional bowlers, you will have a great time trying, and rooting each other on.
10. Aquarium
Aquarium’s aren’t just for grade school field trips, they can be enjoyed as adults, and can break the ice on a first date. The two of you can enjoy looking at the exotic fish, seeing the sea otter show, and also meeting some penguins.
9. Art Gallery/Museum
This is a great first date for the artsy girl/guy. Do a little research on the exhibit beforehand to make sure it’s something you guys will be interested in. Discussing the exhibits together will help you get to know your guy/girl, and you both enjoy some culture together.
8. Ice Skating
Ice skating is always a fun idea! Even if you aren’t a professional figure skater, you will enjoy holding hands, and keeping each other on your feet. A warm cup of hot cocoa is a great time to bond, and catch your breathe from laps around the rink.
7. Cooking Class
Have fun in the kitchen! Cooking together is a great way to work as a team. There’s so many types of cuisine you can try: French, or Italian probably being the sexiest. Your date will surely appreciate a creative, hands on, and delicious cooking class.
6. Amusement Park
What better way to get your adrenaline pumping than going on some crazy rides. Your hearts will be beating, and their might even be some sweaty palms. Winning your date a prize wouldn’t be a bad idea either, and there’s a great memory to share, and souvenir to take home.
5. Boat Ride
Skip the seafood dinner, and take your date out for an adventurous day at sea. Rent a sailboat, play captain, and allow your date to be first mate. Sail to a secluded alcove where you can enjoy the waves, and each other’s company.
4. Driving range
A leisurely game of golf isn’t strenuous, so your date doesn’t need to be athletic to have a good time. It’s a great opportunity to get up close and personal, practice your swing, and help your date out with hers if she needs it.
3. Fly high
Take a tour around your city in a hot air balloon, or private plane. Get to see the sights from above, while enjoying a bubbling glass of champagne. It will truly be a date neither of you will ever forget.
2. Theater
Most people don’t venture to the theater on a night out, because they don’t realize how great a show can be. If your guy or girl is the artsy type, they will certainly love a good musical. Unlike a movie theater, the intermission allows the two of you to have a chance to chat. It’s also a great opportunity to get dressed up, and enjoy a classy night.
1. Try new cuisine
If you are going to take your date to a restaurant, be adventurous and try new cuisine. It’s a great bonding experience when you and your date are tasting new food together (think ethnic) for the first time. There’s a level of excitement there, and maybe the two of you will find a new favorite!
With LifeDaily’s 15 Best First Date Ideas, you should have no trouble enjoying a great date. The only thing left to do is pick your outfit. Click HERE for best first date outfits.
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