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First dates are special. You don’t know exactly what to expect and that’s why you feel that exciting mix of anticipation and nerves. It’s like a blank page in a new chapter of your life, ready to be filled with adventure and possibility. And if you are the director of this special event, then it is up to you to make it unforgettable. But how do you do that?
Is it time for a fresh look at what a fun, original and romantic date can look like? Whether you’re meeting for the first time or have met before, a fun date can ignite a spark or rekindle an existing flame. That’s why we’ve put together an extensive list of date ideas. Man or woman, with or without money, rain or shine, from normal to crazy, we will tell you all about the best date ideas.
114 best date ideas
Dating is not just talking and judging each other, it means adventure, excitement and above all fun. Whether you’re looking your match in the eye for the first time or have been together for a while, we’ve collected a treasure chest full of creative and unforgettable dates for you. For your convenience, we have divided them into categories, so that you can quickly browse to the type of date you are looking for inspiration for. Our top ten favorite dates? These are:
- 4. Lunch at a food truck
- 7. Plan an ice cream date
- 25. Show each other your favorite places
- 29. Become a bartender
- 34. Teach each other something
- 45. Shop together for a new outfit
- 61. Do a blind taste test
- 69. Visit a fad room
- 82. Write a one-word story
- 111. Explore a spooky abandoned building
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First date ideas
Want to come up with an original and fun date idea that suits your future partner? That may sound like a challenge, but it’s actually not that difficult at all. In fact, you don’t even have to think long before the first date. The best first date ideas contain one key ingredient: the ability to have a conversation – an absolute prerequisite for any first date.
Imagine trying to have a conversation in a dark cinema, whispers all around you, while other patrons mutter ‘shh’? Or trying to have a conversation in a packed cafe where you almost have to shout to be heard? Those are not ideal choices. The most important tip for the first date ? Keep it simple. These are the best first date ideas.
1. Meet at a lunch shop
The average lunch shop is the perfect place for a casual conversation. That’s exactly what you want when you meet someone you don’t know yet. It doesn’t matter how long you stay there; half an hour is good, an hour is better, but you can easily keep talking for four hours before it gets awkward. A coffee date in the afternoon is a kind of pre-date to quickly assess whether there is a connection.
2. Grab a bite to eat
If you want to play it safe , and you know you can hold your own in a conversation with a stranger, then having dinner with your date is an easy choice. It’s not original, because it’s probably one of the most common first date ideas. Not without reason. You have time to talk quietly with each other and, importantly, there is continuous eye contact.
3. Go wine tasting
If you both like a glass of wine, why not taste wine together? Go to a wine tasting nearby – or a vineyard – to enjoy the tastiest wines together. Choose an attractive location and make sure it is suitable for two people – and not for a whole group.
No wine tasting nearby? Stock up on some wines (favorites plus a few new ones) from the store and pour them all into different glasses. Have your date come over for a wine tasting at your home. Compare the favorites and you might find a new favorite.
4. Lunch at a food truck
Research where the food trucks are located in your city and try something new. Forget the standard fish stalls and cafeterias on wheels: find a food truck where you can go for original, tasty snacks and bites. Ordering something from a food truck feels so spontaneous that it is perfect as a first date.
5. Let your dogs date
If you both have a dog, a walk with the dogs is an accessible way to date. It’s as if you happen to meet each other in the park, although of course it has a completely different reason. Make an appointment in a forest, park or walking area to take the dogs for a short walk.
6. Go local
Find a local event in your area and meet there. It can be anything: from a fair and pop-up shops to temporary exhibitions of local artists. Such events are always slightly different from a normal date location, especially because it is not a usual outing.
7. Plan an ice cream date
Unless you’re dating someone who cares more about body fat than treats, an ice cream run is never a bad idea. Go get an ice cream together on your first date. Sit on a bench or start walking. It’s much cheaper than a dinner date , but just as satisfying.
8. Be a tourist in your own city
How much have you seen of your own city or village? Chances are you think you’ve seen it all, but that’s far from the case. Therefore, be a tourist in your own city together with your date. Meet at one point and then visit all the popular places in your village or city together. Keep all options open so you can both drop out whenever you want.
9. Grab a drink and a snack on a terrace
This is a classic for a reason. Imagine: a sunny day, a cozy café with colorful parasols and you and your date enjoying delicious snacks and refreshing drinks. It is the perfect setting to get to know each other, chat and relax.
10. Go to a flea or flea market
This is no ordinary date, it’s a treasure hunt. Stroll together along the stalls with antiques, curiosities and hidden gems. While walking you can get to know each other better and share stories. You might discover a vintage treasure that you both love.
11. Visit a botanical garden
Step into an enchanting world full of exotic flowers, lush green plants and breathtaking landscapes. Take a leisurely stroll through the garden while you smell the scents and marvel at the beauty of Mother Nature.
First date sets the tone
A first date sets the tone for what may come in the future. It’s like opening a book – if the first chapter is boring, chances are the rest won’t be interesting either. So a first date is especially important because it sparks curiosity and excitement, which is why a fun date idea is a must.
12. Go to a book fair
Book lovers? Wander together among the stalls with stacks of books, from rare finds to classics. You can recommend your favorite books to each other, browse through forgotten stories, and maybe even find a book you want to read together.
13. Play mini golf
Show off your competitive side as you play a round of mini golf together. It’s not just about winning, but also about enjoying each other’s company and navigating the colorful obstacles. We bet there will be lots of laughter and banter?
14. Go to the fair
Bright lights, merry-go-rounds and exciting sounds, that is the fair. A visit to the fair brings back memories of your youth and gives you the opportunity to enjoy the delicacies together. Win teddy bears for each other or share cotton candy while you try out the attractions.
15. Go to a Sunday breakfast
Why wait until dinner for a date? Meet for a delicious Sunday breakfast. Enjoy pancakes, scrambled eggs and fresh orange juice as you start the day relaxed. It’s the perfect way to date a morning person.
16. Go to a pool center for a game of pool
Whether you’re a pro or have never held a cue before, it’s a fun way to compete playfully. What the winner gets? The chance to plan the next date.
17. Have a drink at a café
Sometimes simplicity is best. Choose a cozy café and enjoy each other’s company over a cup of coffee, tea or maybe even a special cocktail. It is the ideal setting to talk to each other in peace and discover what you have in common.
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Second date ideas
After the first date has been passed with flying colors, the second meeting is just around the corner. The ice has been broken and the nerves are less present. You now have a better idea of who you are going to meet. Whether you already know if there’s a spark or not, this gives you the opportunity to come up with even more fun date ideas.
What did you learn on that first date? If you really want to make an unforgettable impression, think of something now that reflects what you picked up in your conversation. However, if your date’s enchanting lips got more of your attention than the words exchanged, we have some ideas for you to fall back on.
18. Have a picnic
Who today goes to the forest with a basket full of delicious food and drinks? Almost nobody. Although this was a very popular dating idea ‘back in the day’, it is now an exception as a date idea. But it is an exception that makes an impression.
Before the date, go to the supermarket and pick up some cheeses, bread, fruit and whatever else you like. Take it all with you in one of those cute picnic baskets, or a cool box if you have nothing else, and plop down somewhere in nature to enjoy the delicacy.
19. Make a painting together on the street with sidewalk chalk
Put on your creative shoes and start working with sidewalk chalk together on the street. It’s like a spontaneous art outburst on the sidewalk, where you can create colorful masterpieces together.
20. Take up pottery
Anyone who lived through the 90s knows the classic scene from the movie Ghost in which the two main characters go pottery making. They start a new pot together, his hands intertwined with hers, stroking the wet clay together. Who would have thought that pottery making could be so romantic and intense? Copy the iconic pottery skills of the protagonists and it will undoubtedly be the most passionate date you will ever have.
21. Visit an exhibition
There are so many small, quirky exhibitions that it is not difficult to make a choice. As long as it is not stuffy and old-fashioned, any eccentric exhibition could be an option. Now Body Worlds Amsterdam with 200 real plastinated human bodies may not be the perfect exhibition for the first date, but you have many more options.
22. Go to the museum
If you haven’t been to the nearest museum since the field trip with your school class, then it is quite logical that you think that museums are dull and sleep-inducing. But they aren’t, at least not all of them. Visit the Fashion For Good Museum if you have a deep interest in fashion or Storyworld if you are a lover of comics, animation and games. Whatever your interest, there is always a museum that suits it.
23. Take a tandem bike ride through the city
Take a seat together on a tandem bike and explore the city in a hilarious and romantic way. You’ll have to work together to move forward, and the inevitable fits of laughter that ensue as you try to keep up with the beat will keep the atmosphere light and lively.
24. Visit a marine aquarium
Take a dip underwater without getting wet at one of the sea aquariums. Think of SEA Life in Scheveningen or Dolfinarium in Harderwijk and discover the wonderful water world up close. The sea creatures are beautiful to observe. And there is usually so much to see that it is easy to find points to talk about.
25. Show each other your favorite places
You have a favorite place, the other person does too. Whether that is a local park, the Chinese takeaway restaurant a few streets away or a beautiful spot where you can think about life undisturbed. Go to both places and share why you love going there.
26. Take an improv class
Dive into the world of improvisation during a joint lesson. It’s all about spontaneity and creativity, where you have to embrace the most unexpected situations and joke about them. Laughable moments guaranteed.
27. Go dancing
At least, if you can do it a little. After all, asking someone for an evening of dancing is not a success if you are as stiff as a board. The robot is funny for a few seconds, but it won’t last the entire evening. If you have no experience in dancing, choose a dance class to do together.
28. Get locked up in an escape room
Get locked into an escape room and experience the ultimate test of teamwork and problem solving. You must work together to solve puzzles and find clues to escape. It’s an exciting way to get to know each other better while the clock is ticking.
29. Become a bartender
In other words: shake each other’s cocktails and become the rockstar of the evening if you know how to mix it just right. Go to the liquor store and buy some challenging liquors that you wouldn’t normally choose. Take them home and try making each other a signature cocktail. Bonus points if you manage to find a new combination that you can name after you.
30. Go to IKEA
You know that one scene in the movie ‘500 Days of Summer’ where they go to IKEA and pretend they’re at home in their own kitchen? Recreate this scene and go on a date at IKEA yourself. No IKEA nearby? Don’t worry: it’s possible in all furniture stores, as long as you date someone who appreciates the joke.
31. Buy a plant
Need a new plant on the windowsill? It’s the perfect excuse to go on a date at the nearest garden centre. Some garden centers are so large that walking around them is an experience in itself. Enjoy the scent of plants as you wander around and if you can’t think of anything to say, you can always fall back on something you see. You can even buy a houseplant to remember the afternoon for a while.
32. Go fruit picking
Want to stroll through a beautiful orchard with a wicker basket over your arm? In the spring and summer months you can pick fruit in so-called picking gardens in many places in the Netherlands. Whether you want to pick raspberries or strawberries: picking fruit together doesn’t just sound romantic – it is romantic. And not only is it fun to pick fruit, but it also provides the perfect backdrop for cute selfies.
33. Go swimming outside
If it’s warm enough, go to a local pool or pond. The setting can be super romantic, especially near a puddle. Put down your bath towel, enjoy the calm surroundings and of course each other. Moreover, bathing in the water is a good excuse to get close to each other.
34. Teach each other something
Suppose you are a rapper and the other is a talented photographer. Why not discover each other’s passion and learn what it’s like at the same time. In other words: teach the other person to do it too. It’s the perfect way to get to know each other while teaching each other something.
35. Immerse yourself in a new reality
Prepare to take your quality time to a new world in virtual reality. For those who are in-the-know about the latest technology, VR is of course one of the most interesting date ideas. Do one of the new VR experiences with your date to literally discover a new reality. VR offers you a fun and unique night out with your date.
36. Visit a food festival
Food festivals are great date material. While walking through a cozy environment where people are mainly eating, you can buy a lot of small snacks for relatively low prices. The best part is that they are scheduled all year round, such as during Christmas and country-oriented events.
37. Cycle through the countryside
Get on your bike and explore the local countryside together. Feel the wind in your hair as you cycle past green fields and quiet roads. Maybe you can even stop for a spontaneous picnic in nature.
38. Try geocaching and look for hidden ‘treasures’
Try geocaching, a modern treasure hunt where you use GPS to look for hidden ‘treasures’ all around you. It feels like an exciting treasure hunt for adults and it can lead you to surprising places.
39. Go on a Pokémon hunt together
Go on a Pokémon hunting adventure together. Walk through parks and streets, search for those rare Pokémon and share your catch stories. It’s a fun way to be active together and embrace your inner child at the same time.
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40. Go to a fast car track
Add some excitement to your date by going to a fast car track. Whether you get behind the wheel or simply enjoy the speed as a passenger, it will provide an adrenaline rush that neither of you will soon forget.
41. Take a creative painting class
Immerse yourself in the world of art and take part in a group painting class together. Making art together can spark your imagination and lead to interesting conversations as you put brushstrokes on canvas.
42. Go to an amusement park or arcade
Visit an amusement park or arcade for an afternoon or evening of fun and excitement. Challenge each other on the arcade games, enjoy a snack and ride an attraction to create those unforgettable moments.
43. Attend a charity event
Let your hearts speak and visit a charity event together. Whether it’s a fundraiser, a volunteer project or a benefit concert, sharing the experience of doing something good can strengthen your bond.
44. Dive into a tropical pool
Immerse yourself in a tropical pool and enjoy the sensation of swimming under an artificial waterfall, surrounded by lush plants. It feels like a mini vacation in your own country, but it’s only your second date .
45. Shop together for a new outfit
Spend a day together shopping for a new outfit. Help each other choose stylish clothing and accessories. Not only is it fun, but you will also feel good in your new look.
46. Wash each other’s cars together
An activity that may not immediately sound romantic, but washing each other’s car together can lead to laugh-out-loud moments and water fights. It is a practical and refreshing way to spend quality time.
Ideas for next dates
Still looking for date ideas that are more up your alley? We have 64 more for you that are especially suitable for (new) lovers who have had their first dates.
47. Buy used
You might not think it, but the thrift store can be a great date spot. It is the place where you can find old, classic products with a long history, but also things you don’t even know what they are used for. Try to find something to brighten up your home or find something you think the other person will like. Better yet: challenge each other to find the perfect gift for the other person for a set amount.
48. Create a DIY portrait
Do you have a big, secret desire to appear on the other person’s Instagram feed? Then make a portrait of you together with different backgrounds. Buy a sheet that you spray or paint in different colors and pose in front of that same sheet. Photograph each other, but above all do it together.
49. Do a hobby together
When the nerves no longer have the upper hand and you can enjoy each other’s company, then it’s time for a fun date. Do you take XCO lessons or do you hit a punching bag every week during a kickboxing training? Do one of your hobbies together to find out what exactly the other person likes about it. In other words: get to know each other’s passions.
50. Go on an adventure in nature
Chances are there is at least one national park near you. Get outdoors and watch the sunset together from the Hoge Veluwe or visit one of the many other nature reserves in the Netherlands. You can find all Dutch nature reserves on the Natuurmonumenten website.
51. Take a day together to volunteer
What could be better than doing something good for your fellow man with your new love? Volunteer together at a local event or foundation. Dedicate your days to helping others and you will see how much you love each other for being so busy. Guide a men’s morning on Tuesday morning or act as a language buddy at an asylum seeker center: there is always something to do as a volunteer.
52. Go to the zoo
Stand nose to nose with the Giant Panda in Ouwehands Rhenen Zoo, go on an adventure in the indoor jungle of Burgers Zoo or meet the gorillas at Blijdorp Zoo; who doesn’t love the zoo? And no, they are not just made for children.
Talking on a first date can be tiring even for the biggest chatterbox. Especially if you try to avoid awkward silence at all costs . The zoo is a place where you can be both naturally quiet and have conversations while walking.
53. Surprise your date
Research shows that it is appreciated if you surprise your partner. A surprise from a loved one can add excitement, create novelty and increase bonding, research says . But we don’t actually need any studies to confirm that, right? It doesn’t even matter what exactly you have in mind, just the gesture is enough. Surprise your partner with tickets to a concert or a gift that responds to what your sweetheart is doing.
54. Get up early for the sunrise
There are still plenty of days to sleep in: today we set the alarm for 5 a.m. Make the coffee immediately, pour it into a thermos and pick up your date from home. Before the sun has risen, go to a special place to watch the sunrise together. Not an early bird? Then instead of sunrise you can try sunset.
55. Go to a concert
Whether it is a local band giving a concert for the first time or a well-known artist; Everyone enjoys going to a concert. You score points, especially if you manage to get tickets for a sold-out concert.
56. Write a short story
Almost no one has the passion and time to write a novel. But anyone can do a short story. Let your imagination run wild and each write a short story that you then share with each other. Make it personal and be inspired by your own love story.
57. Prepare a romantic private dinner
A private dinner – as you know it from the movies – may not be the cheapest option, but it is very romantic. Candlelight, a small intimate table, no distractions; the perfect ingredients for a romantic dinner with your loved one.
58. Go to a comedy show
Laughing together is the fastest way to get closer to each other. It also opens up many conversations: “Isn’t that going too far?” or “What would you say if you were standing there?”. A comedy show may not be for the first date, but it is for the second date and beyond.
59. Get a massage
Take your date for a wonderful couples massage for total relaxation. It’s probably not very suitable as a first date, but for the umpteenth date it’s a fun way to do something different. Massage also stimulates the production of the hormones endorphin and oxytocin, two hormones that increase your feeling of happiness .
60. Take a flower arranging course
Do you never buy flowers for your new crush? Then you could make up for all that by having him take her to a flower arranging class. For the tough guys among us: it’s more fun than you think. You can be as creative as you want with the bonus that you can leave with two beautiful bouquets that you have designed yourself.
61. Do a blind taste test
With your eyes closed everything tastes different. That’s something you discover with a blind taste test. Choose a category – soft drinks, snacks, sweets – and buy several well-known versions. Have your blindfolded date try them all and see if you can guess which one it is. Make it extra intimate by feeding each other.
62. Spend the night somewhere else
It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money; For example, choose a bed-and-breakfast in the Netherlands to escape the daily grind for an evening. Not suitable as a first date, but suitable if you want to do something fun with your lover.
63. Sing karaoke
Someone who can’t keep a tone is hilarious. Karaoke often means vicarious embarrassment and sore jaws from laughing; Not quite perfect for the first date, but perfect if you want to have fun together. There is a karaoke bar in almost every city or region to enjoy an unforgettable evening with your date.
64. Go gardening together
Plant a vegetable garden in your garden together. Not only is it delicious to use fresh food from your garden, but it is also a fun activity that creates a bond. It’s something that grows, just like your relationship.
65. Go glamping
In other words, glamorous camping , also known as camping in style. It is somewhere between the luxury of a hotel and the roughness of wild camping. If you want to do something different, choose a day and night in a safari tent or air lodge. Not the best choice for a first date, but exciting if you have known each other for a while.
66. Take a road trip
When you think of a road trip, you quickly think of Route 66 in the United States, but it is also possible in the Netherlands. Only here we call it the A1 Motorway . By exploring your own region on a road trip, you will discover that there is much more to see than the places you know.
67. Visit your hometown together
Show your partner where you come from. Explain where and how you grew up and show him or her which house you were born in. You don’t have to tell the deepest secrets from your past. But if you show that you don’t show this to everyone, you score points.
68. Make a time capsule
What would you like to show your future self about the current state of your relationship? Freeze your relationship in the present moment with a time capsule. Collect the photos of you together, love notes, funny texts and more to put everything together in a ‘capsule’. If you’re still together ten, twenty, or fifty years later, it will be super fun to open the capsule.
69. Visit a fad room
Put on overalls, grab a demolition hammer and beat away all the stress and frustration in a rage room . Smashing everything together, from dishes to electronics, can be an unexpected way to laugh and let off steam together.
70. Listen to music in a record store
Visit a local record store and go on a musical adventure together. Browse the vinyl collection and discover new artists or revive old favorites. You can even have an impromptu dance session in the aisle if you find a great song.
71. Rent a hotel room
Rent a hotel room for the night and plan the rest of your date yourself. Whether it’s a romantic evening with candlelight, a movie night with popcorn or just cuddling under the covers, a hotel room offers privacy for your own intimate adventure.
72. Go to the carnival together in an unknown village
Why not leave the beaten track and go to the carnival together in an unknown village? No one knows you guys, so you can act as crazy as you want. Immerse yourself in a colorful spectacle of carnival costumes and let yourself go.
Ideas for cheap dates
Your salary has already disappeared even though the month is not yet over? Fortunately, money is not a requirement for dating. Ultimately, it’s about making time for the other person to get to know each other. Dating on a budget is possible and these are the date ideas that come with it.
73. Cook with your date
If you’re living on a budget and want to impress your date with your cooking skills, cooking at home is a great choice. Make sure you have all the ingredients and let the other person help you. Cooking together is a special and intimate experience that is good for bonding. Or, if you and your new lover like to compete, make the same dish individually and decide who is the best chef.
74. Go Netflix and chill
Not quite the best option for a first date, but if you’ve already had a few dates, it’s no problem to suggest an evening with Netflix. Not Netflix and chill , but really Netflix and chill. After a number of active dates outside the home, you can also relax for an evening. The advantage? Besides some snacks and something to drink, it costs you nothing.
75. Have a game night
Fun doesn’t have to cost anything. If you want to organize a fun and cheap evening, simply grab a number of classic board games such as Monopoly, Cluedo or Risk. Whether you win or not: these games can strengthen your fanatical side and perhaps allow you to get to know each other in a different way. There are also question games, such as Truth or Dare , where you can challenge each other.
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76. Take a walk
Dating doesn’t have to cost money. Use the stroller and take a walk together if you both love the outdoors. Very simple, but also very cheap. This can be in your area or at the other person’s; there is at least one who can tell you something about the area so that there is always a topic to talk about. Maybe you can even give each other a massage later to relax those tired muscles.
77. Go to a pond or river
Skim pebbles over the water, feed the ducks with old bread; who hasn’t done it in their younger years? No matter your age, going to a pond or river is still soothing. For a date it is the perfect location to talk quietly with each other.
78. Go to the beach
If you live close to the beach, you should also use it. That’s what everyone who lives in the east of the country says. You can take a walk along the surf or through the dunes. Stroll hand in hand along the boulevard while the sun sets in the background.
79. Host a mini movie night
Thanks to all the streaming services, there is no longer a shortage of films. Organize a fun movie night in your own home, including popcorn and a blanket. When it comes to dating, this is a thousand times better than going to the movies. You can pause the movie while you’re in conversation, cuddle up to strengthen the bond without kissing audience members.
80. Rearrange your personal history
Whether you have a bunch of baby photos you want to scrapbook or college photos you want to collect, doing this with your date is the best way to express yourself. It is extremely personal when you relive old memories and exchange funny anecdotes.
81. Fantasize about your future dream vacation
Now this is not an immediate idea for those who are just getting to know each other. But if you already know each other a little better, imagine what your dream vacation would be. Research where you would like to go, give each other directions, share where you would like to stay and what you would like to do there. Write everything down and save it for later.
82. Write a one-word story
A one-word story is a creative and playful way to write a story together. It starts with one word and you take turns adding a new word to continue the story. This often leads to funny and unexpected twists in the plot.
83. Make a bucket list together for your relationship
What would you still like to do together? A joint bucket list for your relationship is like a treasure map full of dreams and adventures that you want to experience together. You can add everything from travel destinations and activities to personal goals and milestones. Visualize your future adventures and put them on paper.
84. Make something creative from Pinterest
Let the creative spark fly by making something fun together from Pinterest. Whether it’s DIY decoration, craft project or a new recipe, Pinterest is a platform full of ideas to give your own twist.
85. Pick flowers in the forest
Step out of the daily grind and go into the forest together to pick wild flowers. The feeling of adventure and the search for the most beautiful flowers will connect you with nature and with each other.
86. Take a YouTube tutorial adventure together
Go on an educational adventure by following a YouTube tutorial together. Whether it’s learning a new dance, creating works of art or cooking an exotic meal, learning and creating together is never boring.
87. Discover your own environment
You don’t have to travel far to experience adventure. Go sightseeing together in your own area. Explore the historic neighborhood, visit local landmarks, and sample your city’s culinary delights. You’ll be surprised how much you haven’t discovered yet in your own backyard.
Ideas for sporty dates
For those who would rather be lazy than active: skip to the next item . But if you and your date are sports enthusiasts, exercising together is a great way to get to know each other better. Don’t worry if you start sweating, that’s part of it. Make it enjoyable by choosing an activity that is new to both of you, such as a relaxing yoga class, or something that you are both skilled at.
88. Climb an indoor rock
Would you like to do something physical during the date, but it is raining outside ? Then head inside for an indoor rock climbing session. Sport climbing, as it is called, can be done indoors in a climbing gym, although there are also plenty of options outdoors. There are climbing areas with rocks of 20 meters high, but also Bigwalls of more than 1000 meters.
89. Hike a mountain
The Netherlands is not exactly known for its hilly landscape, but that does not alter the fact that there are places where you can walk on rocky terrain. Mountain walking is possible for everyone, from young to old and from beginner to advanced. Although you don’t have to expect spectacular views of glaciers and turquoise mountain lakes in the Netherlands, it is a sporty date idea.
90. Do yoga together
It may sound a bit cheesy, but yoga can be quite fun and sexy to do on a date. On the one hand you can laugh at the strange positions you see your date squirming into, on the other hand it is a hilarious way to relax. Plus, if it’s not for you, at least you know how yoga works and how flexible you need to be for it.
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91. Go to a driving range
Have you always wanted to practice your golf swing? The driving range is the perfect place for that. In this place you and your date can practice freely without having to worry about hitting anyone or anything. It has all the fun of golf without having to commit to the game for many hours.
92. Skate on natural ice (in winter)
Put on your warm winter outfit and venture onto the ice with your date. Glide together over frozen lakes or ice rinks, and enjoy the cozy atmosphere that only winter can provide. Hold hands as you spin in circles and share hot chocolate to warm up.
93. Play a laser game
Enter the dark arena of a laser game and compete with your date. Work together as a team or challenge each other to be the best shooter. The strategic maneuvers will certainly provide laughs.
94. Attend a competition or participate yourself
Whether it’s a football match, a basketball game or even a local chess match, attend a sporting event with your date. Or better yet, participate in a sport that you both enjoy. Competition can ignite sparks .
95. Take a BodyPump class
Take a BodyPump class together and discover how lifting weights gets your endorphins flowing. Working on your body and the energy of the group can strengthen the connection between you.
96. Go canoeing on a local stream or river
Show your adventurous side and go canoeing on a local stream or river. Paddle together through tranquil waters, enjoy the surrounding nature and who knows, you might spot some wildlife along the way.
97. Take a diving lesson or go snorkeling
A date underwater? Yes, that is also possible. Explore the underwater world together by taking a diving lesson or going snorkeling. Although you may be more likely to do this on holiday, it is also possible in the Netherlands.
98. Take part in a mud run together
Challenge yourself and participate in a muddy obstacle run together . Climb over obstacles, slide through the mud and work together to reach the finish line. This sporty date will strengthen your bond and is guaranteed to provide adventurous stories.
99. Take a boxing class together
Release your energy during a boxing class for two. Hitting pads and sparring with your date not only reduces stress, but it also provides some much-needed humor.
100. Go roller skating or inline skating together
Relive the nostalgia of the ’80s and go roller skating or inline skating together. Ride hand in hand over slippery paths or dance on wheels in a roller disco.
Ideas for daring dates
If you live for that unforgettable adrenaline rush, there are some options that are just crazy for most people. But you are different from others? If you need a good dose of adrenaline to start the day right, then these date ideas are perfect for you. These are some daring date ideas for the dare devils among us.
101. Crash a wedding
Imagine: you dress your best and decide to show up at a wedding as uninvited guests. It’s like an adventurous scene from the movie “ Wedding Crashers ”. You join the festivities, dance unashamedly and make new friends. Who knows what unexpected turns this vibrant evening will take?
102. Go bungee jumping
For the daredevils among us, why not bungee jump together? The feeling of free fall followed by the elastic recovery can create an unforgettable bond. It’s the ultimate way to push those boundaries.
103. Get matching tattoos
Talking about commitment. Consider the idea of getting matching tattoos together. It is a lasting reminder of your connection and can be a unique way to express your love. Do we recommend it? No comment .
104. Go skinny dipping under the stars
Let go of all your inhibitions as you swim naked together under the starry sky. It’s an adventure that can evoke a deep sense of freedom as you literally and figuratively drift into each other’s arms.
105. See the world from a hot air balloon
See the world from a completely different perspective as you float together in a hot air balloon. The serene silence and panoramic views provide an enchanting experience that can bring you even closer together.
106. Visit a swingers club together
For adventurous couples: visit a swingers club and discover a world of sensuality and freedom. It can be an exciting way to explore your relationship and discover new aspects of yourself and each other. And yes, just watching is also allowed.
107. Take a helicopter ride to new heights
Take your date to the next level, literally. Board a helicopter for a breathtaking flight above your city. The view from the sky and the sensation of floating: it can definitely speed up the heart rate.
108. Try hang gliding
Go hang gliding together and feel the wind beneath your wings as you float in the air. It’s like flying like a bird and it’s certainly daring. Do you dare?
109. Go skydiving
If you’re looking for a real adrenaline rush, consider skydiving together. The feeling of the ultimate escape from gravity: it is only intended for the real daredevils among us.
110. Ziplining through a forest
Why not literally hurtle through the air together? Go ziplining through a forest and feel the adrenaline rush as you soar through the trees. Ziplining is an adventurous date that will take you both to new heights, both literally and figuratively.
111. Explore a spooky abandoned building
With flashlights in hand, you go on a journey of discovery. Feel the thrill and maybe even share a few spooky stories as you unravel the building’s secrets.
112. Participate in survival training
Test your survival skills by participating in a survival training. Together you will learn essential survival techniques such as making fire, navigating the wilderness and self-defense.
113. Climb a rock together
Show your adventurous side by climbing a rock together. As you climb the cliff, you must rely on and encourage each other. Moreover, the climb from the top is rewarded with breathtaking views.
114. Go to the go-kart track
Head to the karting track and challenge each other to a lightning-fast race for the fastest lap. There is adrenaline in abundance as you tear through the corners at high speed. Who will emerge victorious?
From cool ideas for the first date to fun outings if you’ve known each other for a while, everything has been covered in this list. It doesn’t matter if one idea sounds too adventurous for you and the other too uncomfortable, you now have a handy reference for those moments when you need some inspiration.
Of course you can always come up with something unique to surprise your date. The best ideas often come spontaneously, when you ‘re just doing something else . It is not without reason that they say that the best ideas are born in the shower. Be open to your own creativity and be inspired by the unexpected moments in life.
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