21 Fun Date Ideas Around Orlando for Couples

We're crowdsourcing the best fun date ideas Orlando has to offer! Check the map to find inspiration for all sorts of romantic, unique or cheap date ideas near you, and add reviews for your tried-and-true favorite things to do in Orlando for couples. What do you love to do together when you don't feel like the standard dinner and a movie?

It's worth taking a break from your current binge worthy show to try one of these date night ideas, but we've also got a roundup of stay at home dates for when you'd rather stay in (or can't swing a sitter).


 

    Old Spanish Sugar Mill Grill and Griddle House

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     (757.8 mi)

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    Starting at $5.25/all-you-can-eat

    Tracy Snyder Molina:   For a unique twist on a breakfast date, check out The Old Spanish Sugar Mill located inside De Leon Springs State Park. Since 1961, guests have been making their own pancakes just how they like them on griddles set in the center of every table. At this historic and family-friendly restaurant near Orlando, servers provide home-made pancake batter and toppings as well as other breakfast side items from the kitchen while you flip flap-jacks yourself.

    Get Up And Go Kayaking

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     (781.5 mi)

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    Varies; around $55/person

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Go on a day date or evening adventure with Get Up and Go Kayaking. They offer unique Kayak Tours including Sunset, Glow -In-The-Dark, and Bioluminescent for your next adventurous date night. They also feature Day Time Paddle experiences, Manatee Season tours and the Rock Springs tour which will have you gliding along crystal clear water in clear kayaks. Check out their area locations to find the best one for your special date!

    Lakeridge Winery

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     (789.1 mi)

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    Complimentary tours

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Enjoy a daytime date to take a tour and sip wine at Lakeridge Winery. A personal tour guide will take you through the production area and the view of the vineyards where grapes are grown and harvested. You will also see a video presentation of the wine making process from growing the grapes to labeling the bottles. After your tour, enjoy a wine tasting of different award-winning wines to suit everyone's tastes. Allow 45 minutes for the tour and wine tasting.

    RDV Sportsplex Ice Den

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     (791.5 mi)

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    $13- $16 (includes skate rental)

    Tracy Snyder Molina:   Beat the Florida heat by spending a night ice-skating at the RDV Sportsplex Ice Den, an Olympic-size ice skating rink near Orlando. Sip on some hot cocoa and practice your spins that'll make for a fun night together.

    The Wine Room Kitchen & Wine Bar

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     (794.8 mi)

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    Wine card is $3.00, add any amount of money desired onto card.

    Ages

    Ages: 21+

    Tracy Snyder Molina:  The Wine Room is the perfect spot for wine lovers. While they do offer special wine tasting events, you can have a DIY wine testing any night with their wine dispensing machines which offer a fresh sample from a revolving variety of over 100 different wines. In addition, they offer gourmet cheese flights, charcuterie and a menu of small plates, gourmet flatbreads and decadent desserts.

    Truffles & Trifles

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     (796.0 mi)

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Truffles & Trifles hosts Date Night Cooking Classes for you and your love to prepare a wonderful meal together with the help of a talented chef and then enjoy it with other local couples. They feature a great selection of classes and cuisines to choose from such as New Orleans, French, Mediterranean, Tuscan and more.

    Orlando Museum of Art - 1st Thursdays

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     (796.2 mi)

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    First Thursday of the month; 6 pm

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    $15/ticket

    Tracy Snyder Molina:  The Orlando Museum of Art offers engaging learning opportunities for adults of all ages. Art Night Out is a fun evening out. Each evening features a different theme as you follow along with an art teacher to create your own masterpiece. Beer and wine are available. First Thursdays is an exciting opportunity to discover local artists, listen to live music and mingle and makes for a great date night.

    Orlando Science Center - Science Night Live

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     (796.3 mi)

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    $16/person

    Ages

    Ages: 21+

    Tracy Snyder Molina:   It's Science Night Live! The Orlando Science Center offers special programming designed for adults including live presentations, stargazing with telescopes on the terrace (weather permitting), hands-on lab experiments in Dr. Dare’s Lab, giant-screen films in the Dr. Phillips CineDome, interactive exhibit halls, and more.

    Harry P. Leu Gardens

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     (796.6 mi)

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    $10/adult

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Enjoy a serene day date at Leu Gardens and soak up the sun and the beauty of their garden offerings of amazing plants, flowers and trees. Check their What's in bloom schedule so you don't miss your favorites. There is also a wealth of art on display in their Garden House Welcome Center. To add to your experience for an evening out, check out their outdoor movie and concert schedule. You are welcome to bring your own picnic and adult beverages are permitted.

    Farris and Foster's Chocolate Factory

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     (796.9 mi)

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    Weekly events: 7 & 9 pm

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    $34 per couple

    Tracy Snyder Molina:  For a sweet night out with your sweetheart check out Farris & Foster's Chocolate Factory Date Night events. Enjoy romantic music as you sing, dance and create chocolate confections in milk, dark, and white chocolate. You can even bring a bottle of your favorite beverage to enjoy while you make your special treats.

    The Plaza Live

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     (798.0 mi)

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Check out some great comedic or musical entertainment on your special date night at The Plaza Live. They feature a great event calendar with musical tribute bands, as well as up-and-coming new artists to get you jammin' and letting loose from the daily demands of parenthood. There are also many area restaurants to grab dinner or drinks before or after the show.

    Lake Eola Park

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     (798.2 mi)

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    Swan boats are $15 for 30-minute rental

    Tracy Snyder Molina:  Spend a romantic evening at Lake Eola. Grab a bite to eat at one of the surrounding restaurants, stroll around the scenic lake as you enjoy the beautiful flowers and Orlando skyline and be sure to rent one of the pedal-powered swan paddle boats to get up close view of the spectacular floating fountain.

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

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     (798.5 mi)

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Experience the Arts in style by taking in a performance at the theater. You and your love can see top musical performances, Broadway shows, dance, comedy, opera, speakers and much more. View the center's website to find your perfect seat. It will be an entertaining date night to remember!

    Essentials Spa & Salon

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     (798.7 mi)

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    $80-$120/person

    Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Let your daily work and demands melt away in a romantic and relaxing couples massage at Essentials Spa & Salon. You and your spouse will receive your choice of a hot stone, deep tissue, Swedish or combination couples massage in a relaxing environment side by side. It is the perfect way to relax, unwind and leave refreshed and recharged.

    Greenwood Cemetery Moonlight Walking Tour

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     (798.9 mi)

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    Free

    Tracy Snyder Molina:   For a really unique date night, take a Moonlight Walking Tour through the historic Greenwood Cemetery in downtown Orlando. A guide will take you on a two-mile stroll through the 100-acre graveyard to briefly visit about 100 graves of notable individuals in Orlando's history and point out beautiful sights on the grounds. These small tours fill up quickly so be sure to sign up in advance.

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