12 Fun Date Ideas Around Los Angeles for Couples

Book an adventurous date night! Get soaring at iFly where visitors have the opportunity to discover what it feels like to experience the thrill of free fall within the safety of a vertical wind tunnel. First-time flyers get certified instruction and a personalized flight certificate.

Ontario, CA

Erynn said:  Ziplining is an adventurous way to spend time together as a couple, and with four different regularly available tours, there's something to fit every date night need. Tours start at 1.5 hours long or you can take an "all-day adventure" option. Expect to hit speeds of up to 55 miles per hour, too! There are also full moon zip line tours popular with couples.

Wrightwood, CA

Couples who cook together, stay together! Tap into your inner-chef and cook up a romantic dinner meal with your beloved. HipCooks provides several hands-on cooking classes and several date-night themed classes. All skill levels are welcome. Classes include organic ingredients, supplies, and wine tasting with dinner. Private classes are also available.

Santa Ana, CA

Kelly R. said:  Pirate Coast Paddle Company guides evening stand up paddle board tours of Newport Bay during the summer. All boards are equipped with LED lights that create an underwater glow, giving an illuminated glimpse at marine life and setting the mood for a fun and memorable experience in LA. Participants must have previous paddle boarding experience, and advance booking is recommended due to popularity.

Newport Beach, CA

June - September

Enjoy a day trip or weekend getaway in Newport Beach for a whale watching excursion of blue whales, gray whales, finback whales and more. The "Ocean Explorer," Newport Landing's primary whale watching ship, boasts two full decks, a full bar and snack bar and two restrooms; it also provides great places to whale watch from any part of the ship. Newport Landing also offers a 2-6 passenger whale watching adventure on a US Navy boat, a great option for couples who want a more intimate whale-watching experience.

Newport Beach, CA

Test your stamina and endurance rock climbing in LA. Climbers can show up without an appointment during normal hours for bouldering or rope climbing. With climbing walls, a rope area, leap area, and a fitness space, both indoor facilities have something for everyone of all skill levels. If one day isn't enough to get your climbing fill, there are plenty of classes and packages to choose from.
Costa Mesa, CA

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La Mirada, CA

This indoor ice rink near LA gives you the perfect reason to bundle up, keep warm, and hold hands with your loved one as you skate, twirl, and fall into each other's arms. A spacious facility with friendly employees, cool music, and courteous skaters, are some of the many reasons people keep coming back to Pasadena Skating Center. Public skating sessions open to the general public year around.

Pasadena, CA

Leave your worries at the dock, and take a one-hour "international cruise" in an authentic, Venetian-style gondola through Naples Island: a residential island full of beautiful homes and gorgeous scenery. Gondola Getaway offers charming gondoliers dressed in Italian outfits who serenade their passengers and keep them smiling. The cruises fill up quickly, so make sure you have two or three dates in mind for booking. Tip: Bring a small cooler with your own bottle of wine, finger foods, and desserts to add a little more magic and romance to your ride.

Long Beach, CA

During the day, Clifton's Republic is a vintage cafeteria, bakery, and shop on the ground floor; at night the iconic landmark offers four floors of dining, cocktail options, and entertainment. Patrons love Clifton's for its kitschy 1930's feel and decor of chandeliers and faux taxidermy deer; they also love the giant faux redwood tree that runs from the bottom through the all five floors, jazz music, tiki room, and that each floor has its own unique menu.

Los Angeles, CA

Terranea Resort offers 102 acres of picturesque Mediterranean-style beauty, elegance, and warm hospitality. Visitors can walk the trails of the resort, catch stunning views of the Pacific, and watch the sunset. After the stroll, there's no need to leave to grab a drink or a bite to eat. Terranea offers eight different oceanfront restaurants, each one with a unique dining experience.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Malibu Riders offers horseback riding near LA for all skill levels, from the novice to the experienced, three guided trails to choose from and each one has something special: a ride through old movie sets, creekside pools and streams, and stretches of gorgeous ocean and mountain views. Clean trails, well-cared for horses, and knowledgeable and engaging tour guides keep riders coming back for more.
Agoura Hills, CA

Malibu Wine Safaris takes visitors on an adventure through the 1,000 acre Saddlerock Ranch and vineyard, and it offers five different tours. Each tour involves riding on an open-air safari vehicle with stops along the way to enjoy the view, sample wines, and interact with exotic animals.

Malibu, CA