The following scene is very familiar: a couple enjoying dinner together before continuing to go to see a movie. While this is classic first date material, you might want to look for something different. What do you know about your date? Consider the information to choose a suitable date location. Your date might like an active date, which involves games or sports, or an adventurous date so you can both feel like kids again or try something new, or a more intimate date like a leisurely stroll in the desert or under the moonlight. As long as you think about it carefully and take your date's personal interests into account, choosing a location for a first date can be a lot of fun.
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Method 1 of 5: Planning a First Date Location
Step 1. Think about what your date wants
This is important, whether you're just getting to know him or have been friends for a while. Dating that is not thought through and does not interest your partner may not be able to enjoy him. Consider whether he wants to have an active date that he can involve himself in or if he prefers to do something passive, like watching a movie.
- For example, if your date doesn't like nature, don't make plans to hike up the hill and go on a picnic. Or, if he works in a coffee shop, don't plan a date at such a place. Pay attention to what his preferences are.
- You can take advantage of the information you know about your date. Try to remember what you guys discussed together. What activities does your partner enjoy? What's his favorite food? What does he hate?
Step 2. Communicate important details to your date
If you're planning a city walk, that's fine, but you should tell your partner in advance so he or she can prepare before coming. If you don't want to divulge any specifics about the date, just make sure you tell him everything that could affect his choice of and comfort of clothes to wear.
For example, if you want to take your date to the zoo in winter, share this information with him so he can wear warm clothes
Step 3. Consider sharing in planning a date
Involving your partner in planning a first date can be a fun way to reduce the stress that the planning itself causes, as well as give the two of you a chance to get to know each other better. You can decide on the first half and your partner can decide on the other half, or you can decide on a fun place to eat and your partner can plan an activity.
If the first date went well, you can continue this strategy of sharing planning for your next date. Instead of sharing plans for one date, try to plan the entire date in turns
Method 2 of 5: Making an Active First Date
Step 1. Decide if your date wants to be active
You can ask him directly or ask his friends if he would like certain activities. If your date is expecting classic dates like dinner and a movie, he probably won't be too enthusiastic about the idea of playing tennis or bowling.
An active first date is a great way to break the ice, if you don't know your date very well
Step 2. Be competitive
Play a round of laser tag games, miniature golf or go bowling. You and your date can be as competitive as possible when it comes to a score to maintain. This low-stress activity might be perfect for people who are always nervous about a first date, because you're in a relaxed atmosphere.
Find out if the bowling alley or laser tag playground offers any special features, such as a black light night
Step 3. Find a park and go hiking
Make sure you know your date's skill level and preferences when it comes to hiking. Choose a track that allows you to chat and enjoy the company, don't choose a track that is too heavy. Bring some water and tell your date to wear comfortable shoes.
Consider bringing food for hiking. Find a nice place to stop and enjoy a meal or wait until you reach the end of the track. You can customize your picnic to be as casual or romantic as you want
Method 3 of 5: Having an Adventure-packed First Date
Step 1. Be spontaneous
The first date is a date he will remember. So pick a place that he hopes will make a great first impression. Keep in mind that your date should be involved in this, as he may have been expecting the planned date.
- This kind of dating is not for everyone. You have to find out if your date really likes the element of surprise because you don't know what will happen next. If you don't know your date that well, you might want to ask if he wants to do something spontaneous. If not, have a backup date plan in place.
- If your date doesn't enjoy something you've decided on or the place you're going to, ask him if he wants to go somewhere else or if he'd rather do something else.
Step 2. Try completely new foods
First dates can be stressful; You want to get to know someone new or get to know someone in a new way and vice versa. You can reduce this pressure by sharing new experiences together. Trying new foods can be a new experience that is fun and easy to do.
Make sure you and your date are not allergic or have any restrictions on the food you are about to try
Step 3. Pretend to be a tourist in your city
Go on a trip your date hasn't been to (or hasn't been in a long time). While you are leisurely exploring famous objects, museums, parks, and so on, you can also imitate the behavior of tourists. Take tacky photos, study the map, and stop by the gift shop before leaving.
Make sure you consider the location and time of your date. You'll have a hard time chatting and having fun if you visit a tourist attraction on the busiest days and hours
Method 4 of 5: Having a Casual First Date
Step 1. Set up a meeting over coffee or other drinks
If you really want to chat and get to know your date, go for coffee or some other drink. The benefits of this kind of date usually don't last long, but if you enjoy your company, you can easily suggest continuing with a meal or other activity.
Research shows that drinking coffee together can create a feeling of trustworthiness. Not a bad way to start a date
Step 2. Go for a walk
It's a simple way to get to know someone. None of the usual pressures that come with having to speak face to face. Instead, you can stroll down the street or across town as you walk side by side and chat.
This activity is also easy to customize. The two of you can walk through the park and people-watch or pop into the shops as you stroll around town
Step 3. Enjoy the food together
If you want to keep this first date casual, why not have lunch, or just lunch? That way, there's a clear time commitment, alcohol is optional, and you can split up or keep chatting after your meal.
Consider the atmosphere of the restaurant. It's best to avoid fast food restaurants, but don't go for a place that's too fancy if you want to enjoy a meal in a relaxed manner
Step 4. Watch a movie together
The cinema is a classic first date location; it only takes a little conversation, you can form a bond through a movie you watch together, and it will be a conversation starter. Just make sure you both like the movie.
Renting movies can also be an option and will allow you to talk to each other; but for a first date this might seem too bold
Method 5 of 5: Having an Intimate First Date
Step 1. Enjoy the food together
Choose a fun restaurant and enjoy dinner together or go out for drinks or dessert. Look for a place that has a good menu, good lighting, and pleasant, less loud music. Your date will be impressed that you are considerate.
Don't order certain types of food on a first date: foods that can be messy to eat or are too difficult to eat, foods that make your stomach bloat, or foods that make you smell pungent or cause your breath to smell bad
Step 2. Go to a small concert or musical performance
If you want a chance to chat, choose a small place with less loud music so you can still hear your voice. You can also opt for theatrical performances or larger concerts. Even if you can't talk, you can enjoy a drink after the show is over while discussing the show you just watched.
Choose music or performances that you can both enjoy. A concert or theater show can give your date both a worldly experience and intimacy
Step 3. Browse the exhibits in a museum or art gallery
Keep your eyes and ears open so you don't miss out on the unique exhibits that are being held and take your date on a tour. If you like a less structured date, you can walk through the museum and discuss the collection of objects on display over a coffee or other drink.
While you can search for museums that neither of you have been to before, you can also go to museums or galleries that you both frequent or one of you frequents
Tips
- Make sure you look good on your first date in order to make a good first impression.
- Don't go to your favorite “hangout” place because your friends are there. Your friends may join in and your date will feel left out or neglected.
- Try to share any drinks. This trick proved to be very useful for many people.
- Ask your date to invite his friends while you invite one of your own. In this way, you can't help but have a conversation, and it's fun to invite friends!
