Stuck in a couples’ rut? When you find your date nights mainly take place on the couch and with Netflix, it’s the perfect time to mix things up and do something different. We’re talking adrenaline-fueled zipline tours, magical hot air balloon rides, a touch of waterside dining, channeling your inner artists and so much more! So, forget the “dinner and movie” routine and read on to fall in love with some of our favorite top picks for things to do on the weekend with your boyfriend.
Go on a Zipline Tour
If you want to fall head over heels in love with each other all over again, an exhilarating zipline tour is the answer. Few things make the heart race (besides each other of course) more than the adrenaline rush of soaring through the open air. Combine the unbeatable thrills of soaring fast with epic mountain panoramas and waterfall views or to make things really romantic, time your zipline tour with the sun going down – now that’s a bucket list date.
Immerse yourselves in a Murder Mystery Dinner
Partners in crime, this one’s got your name all over it. Spend a weekend satisfying your inner crime-lovers with an electrifying murder mystery dinner. With crime scenes spread across the East and West Coast, there’s plenty of location options on offer. An evening of intrigue awaits as you immerse yourselves in a modern-day mystery. Enjoy a four-course dinner, but don’t get too comfortable as you must follow leads and investigate clues to find out who is guilty.
Take in a tasting
Tired of the same old dinner reservations? Forget that and spice things up with a food tour. Delighting palates across the US, a food tour is a great way for you and your man to head out on a culinary adventure. Taste some of the best bites in your chosen city as a food expert reveals its rich history, shows you hidden gems and treats you to plenty of samples that are sure to hit the spot. With over 100 amazing tours on offer ranging from authentic pizza to brunch and beyond, this one’s really a no brainer.
Sail off into the sunset together
As far as things to do on the weekend with your boyfriend go, this one really makes a splash. Sail into the sunset together watching day becoming night and a city’s sparkling lights come alive. With sunset cruises across the country, float past some of your chosen city’s most iconic landmarks, enjoying a night out with your boyfriend.
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Give an art class a go
Glass Working is one of the most creative things to do on the weekend with your man…quite literally! Heat things up with a masterclass designing unique glass pieces that can be treasured forever. Or have a go at getting behind a pottery wheel. If you’ve ever seen the movie Ghost, it won’t come as a surprise how romantic pottery is. Fire up the kiln, get comfy and let the creativity flow making a clay creation with that special someone.
Upgrade your Date Night
Nothing can help you figure out the best things to do on the weekend with your boyfriend better than the date night collection. Taking place in cities across the country, our hand-picked selection of experiences has something for every type of couple to help step up date night. From intimate meals on the water to fast-paced adrenaline-fueled adventures, consider it done.
Take your love to new heights
Hands down, this is the most romantic and unforgettable thing to do on the weekend with your significant other. Float across the sky in a hot air balloon watching the awe-inspiring mosaic of colors unfold beneath your feet. An experienced and knowledgeable pilot will be on hand throughout to answer any burning questions and highlight points of local interest and natural beauty. If you’re looking for memories to last a lifetime, this is definitely the activity for you.
Go exploring together
After the last year, life’s all about getting out there and exploring uncharted territory with the one you love. Leave the guidebook behind and head out on a city tour. Whether you play tourist in your hometown or vacation to a new one together, discover famed landmarks and hidden gems you had no clue about. We’ve got plenty of choices too like a Segway tour in Philly, biking through San Fran or a Limousine tour of NYC. Complete with a tour guide and a well-planned itinerary, it’s a sure-fire way to get the most bang for your buck and create awesome memories together.
Hone your culinary skills
Is your go-to takeaway starting to feel a little overdone? Then, you’ll definitely love a cute cooking class with your boy. After all, food and romance have been playfully mixed for years and what could be better than cooking up a storm together. Master some of the world’s most iconic dishes from the comfort of your own kitchen, create delicious food or gain behind-the-scenes access to one-of-a-kind eateries like Baltimore’s Sofi’s. By the end of the class, you’ll have discovered how to cook restaurant quality food and have spent some quality time with each other. Win win.
Paddle your way to the perfect date
If you love the outdoors and have good weather at your disposal on the weekend, you can’t go wrong with a kayak tour. Spend some much-needed time together, relax and recharge in some of America’s most beautiful surroundings. Hop into a kayak, paddle along picturesque shorelines and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife sightings. From architecture focused to sunset to harbor tours, there’s all types of kayaking adventures that are sure to be nothing short of epic.
Watch the world unfold
It’s a bucket list dream for many of us which makes it a pretty fool proof activity for you guys to do on the weekend. Whether you just love seeing a city from a fresh vantage point, are always on the hunt to do something new and exciting or just love all things aviation, a helicopter tour can do it all. Available at locations throughout the country, with some of the best vistas around, this is a date idea that is sure to be one for the books.
Wine and dine waterside style
A plethora of dining cruises line the coasts – ranging from premier brunch cruises to wine tasting sails and beyond. Depending on what cruise you find to be your speed, make the most of perks like intimate seating, breathtaking scenery, unforgettable cuisine and live music. Whether it’s a weekend of celebration or just wanting to do something fresh and exciting, wining and dining on the water is sure to do the trick.
