Date night is fast approaching and you need some ideas of things to do. You can browse our website for upcoming events or take a look at some of the locations and venues below. Whether you just met someone on Tinder or you have been married for over a decade we sought out some diverse options to create a memorable date night in the greater Seattle area.
Romance on Lake Washington
Experience the beauty of a Seattle evening aboard the Waterways Cruises Sip & Sunset Cruise, a limited-time summer series designed for those who love great drinks, stunning views, and a relaxing atmosphere on the water. Cruise from South Lake Union and unwind with a glass of wine as you take in the breathtaking sunset over the city skyline. Enjoy a leisurely cruise through Lake Union, with picturesque views of iconic landmarks and luxurious waterfront estates. Whether you’re planning a memorable date night, a sophisticated evening with friends, or a solo escape, this intimate cruise sets the perfect mood for a relaxing, indulgent summer night. Enjoy a complimentary welcome glass of red or white wine, with premium wine, cocktails, and curated light bites available for purchase. Sit back, sip, and soak in the magic of a Seattle sunset from the best seat in the city—on the water.
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Learn To Dance At Honky Tonk Tuesdays
Grab your favorite dance partner for a night full of fun at Honky Tonk Tuesdays at Conor Byrne Cooperative! You can enjoy FREE dance lessons from 8 PM to 9 PM, followed by a live country band from 9 PM to midnight that will keep you moving all night long. Perfect for date night!
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Take A Scenic Flight With Kenmore Air
Seattle is a beautiful place and one of the best ways to enjoy it is from above with Kenmore Air! If you are in search of a unique date idea, look no further than a Scenic Seaplane Tour followed by dinner and dessert. Kenmore Air offers several different types of scenic flights that your partner is going to love.
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Throw Axes At Axe Kickers
Axe Kickers is Seattle’s first axe-throwing arena and you can book a lane for your friends, rent out the place for a party, and more! They also serve 26 different local beers and ciders. Get your plaid on and throw some axes!
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Date Night With The Seattle Symphony
We highly recommend a downtown date night with the Seattle Symphony! Whether you're looking for a surround sound experience of thrilling symphonic works or just a way to treat yourself, nothing compares to experiencing live music in the pitch-perfect acoustics of Benaroya Hall. From Stravinsky to Sir Mix-a-Lot, Beethoven to Bowie, the Seattle Symphony has concerts and one-of-a-kind events to suit all different styles and schedules. Check out upcoming shows and get tickets at seattlesymphony.org.
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Dance at Nectar Lounge
Venture out for a date night in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood (aka the Center of the Universe) and grab dinner at Red Star Taco or Kamakura Japanese Cuisine and Sushi and then walk down the street to dance the night away at Nectar Lounge.
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Get Crafty at The Works Seattle
Get crafty, find love, and repeat. What’s better than getting your hands dirty and trying new things to ignite a new (or constant) flame? Fall in love with the mesmerizing smell of pine at a Wreath Making workshop or level up your mixology game with an Herbal Bitters class. The Works Seattle offers these and many, many more so there’s never a dull moment!
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Play Pool or Go Bowling at Garage
This Capitol Hill spot has everything you need on a date--fun activities, good music, tasty food + drink, and an outdoor fire pit. You pay by the hour for a pool table, or you can go around the corner and play a couple bowling games.
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Visit the NEKO Cat Cafe
Head to Capitol Hill and spend an hour with NEKO's adoptable kitties! You can sip on a meowmosa or catnip infused beer while you kick back with the kitties. It's a purrrrfect setting for a romeowntic date night. Whoever you decide to take, they're sure to be impurrrressed!
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Play darts at Hillside
Hillside is a well-loved dive spot in Capitol Hill, nestled nicely by Dino's (great pizza) and fellow bars Montana and Revolver. Darts is a great game to drink and chat over, whether you're playing by the official rules (start at 501 and subtract) or just having fun and trying to hit bullseyes. They also have pool, pinball, skee-ball, and a jukebox.
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Go Explore Snoqualmie Falls
If you need a good getaway or your date is the outdoorsy type, go take a drive out to Snoqualmie Falls! Enjoy the scenic waterfall and hike down to it while you learn about the falls’ rich history. A romantic, naturey and educational experience all in one!
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Stroll Through A Seattle Park
Discovery Park is a great place to stroll with your significant other while getting a great view of the Puget Sound. Located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, this park covers 534 acres and has over 11 miles of walking trails.
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Take A Romantic Sailboat Ride On Lake Union
Grab dinner along Lake Union and then venture out on the water with Lake Union Charters and Adventures. Their crew will welcome you aboard and get you comfortable with the boat. During the sail, you can relax and enjoy the calm of being on the water. There are many sights to behold around Lake Union, including Gasworks Park, the floating home community – perhaps even the “Sleepless in Seattle” house!
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Enjoy A Hot Air Balloon Ride
Seattle’s countryside is a perfect area to explore by balloon and makes for an amazing date. Seattle Ballooning’s hot air balloon flights are conducted just 35 minutes South of Downtown, directly in front of Mt. Rainier, a breathtaking backdrop for your adventure. They balloon in an open area where the foothills of the Cascades meet a gently rolling countryside of rivers, lakes, and lush working farms. The sensation of majestically drifting over the country-side is one of unparalleled pleasure. Flying at low altitudes, passengers are often graced by eagles and hawks soaring above the treetops. You’ll reach, 500ft as your top altitude, and you will be able to fully appreciate the spectacular Cascade Mountain Range and the entire Puget Sound. Use the discount code love19 to save 10% off your next ride!
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Enjoy the Waterfront Views From Pier 66
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If a Seattle date night is the plan Pier 66 is a great all in one location. You can stroll the waterfront taking in the panoramic views of the city, Great Wheel and Mount Rainier from atop Pier 66.
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Have A Taco Eating Contest
Enjoy the best tacos in Seattle while gazing into each others eyes. Try out Red Star Taco Bar, Taco Chukis or browse our Guide To Tacos In Seattle for more options. by clicking here.
Views And Drinks At Salty's on Alki Beach
Take in the epic view of Elliott Bay and the Seattle cityscape while enjoying a fine meal from Salty's. Try out the award-winning Northwest seafood, steak cuisine and five-star diamond award friendly service
Take A Ride On The Great Wheel
Holding hands on a ferris wheel? Yep, we went there. The Great Wheel might be a bit cliche, but regardless of the weather outside it's a great way to spend some time with the one you love while taking in the view of the waterfront.
A Picnic in a Park
Pick yourselves up a sandwich at the Other Coast in lower Queen Anne and head up to Kerry Park to dine while having a great view of the city. Most likely it will be crowded, but that only makes for better conversation thanks to the most excellent people watching. With a long list of sandwiches, sides, you'll be sure to find something you both like.
The Other Coast is also only a 5 minute drive from the park and you can order online, so no worries about your sandwiches getting soggy!
Dinner At The Metropolitan Grill
If you’re looking for something sultry then make your reservation at the Metropolitan Grill. This sophisticated steakhouse is a meat-lover's dream and was voted best steak in town. Of course after all that savory you’ll want something sweet, which is why they also have a delicious 12 item menu.
Dinner At The Pink Door
If you are looking for something sexy yet entertaining, then The Pink Door should be at the top of your list. Reservations fill up quickly due to this venues exquisite food, but also their entertainment. Each meal is paired with entertainment such as trapeze, cabaret, music and tarot.
Dinner At Canlis
A family owned company, the Canlis family first opened this restaurant “way out of town” because they felt Seattle couldn’t appreciate fine dining. From there, the restaurant has been modernized, but still holds the same values and great food that it was built on.
CANVAS! paint & Sip Studio
Those who paint together, stay together, said someone at some point. You can put that theory to the test by heading to Kirland and trying out the CANVAS! Paint & Sip Studio. CANVAS! offers artistic sessions that include everything you'll need to complete the featured painting; canvas, paint, brushes, easel, artist step-by-step guidance, music, beverages and more!
Laugh Together!
Laughter is key to any date night. Make it easy on yourself and try visiting the Laugh Comedy Club, partaking in ComedySportz and/or some improv comedy. It is a guaranteed way to keep you and your date laughing all night long.
Whirly Ball
Want to try something different? Get some of your friends together for a big ole group date and play Whirlyball. Yeah, it's a thing. It’s a hybrid of bumper cars, lacrosse and basketball. It's challenging, fun and something you most likely have not done before.
Go Wine Tasting
You have lots and lots of options to sample wine in the greater Seattle area. You can venture to Woodinville and choose from a plethora of options. You could spend the day in Pike Place Market day and then taste some grapes at Wine of Washington. Or you could enjoy a Pinot Grigio and/or Colada wine slushies at Revolution Wine Shop.
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Catch a show at the Neptune Theatre
The historic Neptune Theatre (circa 1921) was transformed from a single screen cinema, into one Seattle’s best venues to catch a live performance. Browse upcoming shows at the Neptune Theatre HERE.
Pretend You Are A Tourist At Pike Place Market
Wander aimlessly through Pike Place Market and ask lots of questions about Seattle. You might actually learn some fun random facts along the way that you did not know. It makes Pike Place Market feel kinda new again kinda. After that make sure to go take at least 10 selfies at the gum wall and then make sure to ask people where all the gum came from.
Take A Romantic Ferry Ride
If you grew up in the Pacific Northwest you know ferries are sexy. Take a quick trip to Bremerton, the San Juan Islands or Vashon Island and hold hands the whole way. Then on the way back grab a beer and enjoy the view and people watch until you can people watch no more.
Eat All The Sushi
We are lucky to live in Seattle with such an abundance of amazing places to get sushi. We have a full list of placed for you to try right HERE.
Go On A Romantic Day Trip
Seattle’s location in the PNW means there are TONS of day trip options to choose from. We compiled a list of our ten favorites that can make for a nice little romantic adventure.
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Go On A Hot Tub Boat Ride In Lake Union
You’ve never experienced the water until you’ve tried a hot tub boat rental from Lake Union Hot Tub Boats and it makes for a great date idea. Float by Gas Works Park, take in the view of the city and then cruise by the house boats featured in Sleepless in Seattle. Water and epic views make every adventure better.
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*Updated february 2025
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