27 Fun Date Ideas Around Philadelphia for Couples

We're crowdsourcing the best fun date ideas Philadelphia has to offer! Check the map to find inspiration for a unique date night near you, and add reviews for your tried-and-true favorite things to do in Philadelphia 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).


 

    The Inn at Grace Winery

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    Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  The beautiful and serene Grace Winery features unique date options for couples. Take a tour of their estate winery and vineyard and discover the steps in the winemaking process, followed by a special wine tasting. They also offer a special monthly dinner made from seasonal local favorites and wine pairings. For a more casual experience, visit their tasting room for homemade wine and a flavorful menu. Check their calendar for all the fun details.

    Glen Mills, PA

    Yuengling Brewery

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    Tim Ponisciak said:  While Yuengling has expanded over the last few years, it originated in Pennsylvania and you can visit the oldest brewery in the U.S.A.! Get a tour of their facilities in Pottsville, a little less than 2 hours from Center City. Visitors can take a free tour of the brewery and can sample some of the beers at the end of the tour. Since it's a little bit of a drive, it's a great destination for an overnight stay or weekend getaway if you have willing babysitters.

    Pottsville, PA

    Amazing Escape Room

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    Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  A great date night awaits parents of the Philadelphia area at Amazing Escape Room. With four convenient area locations and over 15 exciting rooms to choose from, you and your sweetie will have an adventurous date as you join others to solve puzzles and mysteries and plan your escape. They offer day and evening escapes, including late night. Make your night extra special and stop for dinner or drinks before or after your escape room experience!

    King of Prussia, PA

    Sur La Table

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    Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  If you are looking for a fun, interactive and romantic date night, check out Sur La Table for cooking classes and events. They offer Date Night cooking classes as well as other group classes instructed by experienced chefs. They boast unique menus with seasonal specialties, holiday showcase meals, brunches, culture-rich themes, intricate desserts and more. Family workshops and cooking classes for kids are also popular events at this store.

    King of Prussia, PA

    Spring Mountain Adventures

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    Vanessa M. said:  This after sunset canopy tour is a very different date night than your standard dinner and a movie! Spring Mountain Adventures invites couples to zipline through the trees reaching speeds of 45 miles per hour, rappel down the mountainside, cross the 65 foot Burma Bridge, and complete several other challenges together. Celebrate your experience with drinks afterward at the nearby Woodside Lodge. Make your reservations online.

    Schwenksville, PA

    Black Sheep Pottery

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    Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  Black Sheet Pottery features Pottery Date Nights for Two! You and your love will enjoy quiet time together making creative ceramic bowls, mugs or plates that you will keep forever and remember your special night. Each couple receives personal instruction to guide you on the potters wheel or at the workbench to create your own pottery masterpiece! Enroll kids in their summer art camp and various workshops, too!

    Schwenksville, PA

    City Food Tours

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    Tim Ponisciak said:  If you're looking to experience Philadelphia eats in a completely different way, check out these unique foodie tours offered by City Food Tours. Flavors of Philly, Historic Old City, Hot and Spicy Philly are examples of top featured tours.

    Philadelphia, PA

    JNA Institute of Culinary Arts

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    Vanessa M. said:  For your next dinner night out, support local students while enjoying a wonderful, high-end meal! The student operated restaurant at JNA Institute of Culinary Arts offers a fine dining experience without the hefty price tag. Culinary students prepare and serve all the food in the three course meal. The menu changes seasonally, but expect to high end dishes and delicacies. Wine and beer list available. Tips go directly to the JNA scholarship fund! Reservations are recommended.

    Philadelphia, PA

    COOK

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    Juan L. said:  If you want or need to re-discover your love for cooking, COOK's luxurious classes are the perfect place for your next unique date. They offer classes with some of the city's top chefs to satisfy a huge variety of dietary restrictions and cuisine preferences. Want to learn to make some vegan cheese? There's a class for that. Want to dive into the world of truffle oils? There's a class for that. Fair warning: classes tend to sell out fast so plan accordingly.

    Philadelphia, PA

    W.P. Palmer Distilling Co

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    Vanessa M. said:  W.P. Palmer Distilling Co. uses Pennsylvania mountain spring water and other local ingredients to create their spirits, some cooked in an 1800's style copper pot over an open flame. Most popular is the Manayunk Moonshine. Check for their current hours for tours by appointment tastings, and cocktails.

    Philadelphia, PA

    The Franklin Institute - Science After Hours

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    Shila said:  The Franklin Institute is a great place to spend time together not only as a family, but also as a couple. You can explore virtual reality, escape rooms, a planetarium and awe-inspiring IMAX entertainment. Science After Hours is another popular option. This evening event is exclusively for adults 21+ that features a different monthly theme of impressive science experiments, demos, games - and drinks!

    Philadelphia, PA

    Kimmel Center

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    Tim Ponisciak said:  The Kimmel Center is Philadelphia's entertainment and cultural hub. There is something for everyone, regardless of your artistic tastes, as the Center regularly brings in comedians, top classical musicians, popular musicals and a variety of memorable holiday events. Grab something to eat at any one of the many great restaurants by the Kimmel Center and then enjoy the show!

    Philadelphia, PA

    Mural Arts Philadelphia

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    Shila said:  Mural Arts Philadelphia is the world's largest outdoor art gallery where you can view the city's mural art collection. Unique tours are offered by foot, train or trolley. For an evening of inspiring romance, consider the Love Letter Train Tour to view restored rooftop murals each expressing love.

    Philadelphia, PA

    Queen of Sushi Madame Saito

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    Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  Learn to roll your own sushi! Take part in an interactive date night with your love or with other couples for Sushi Classes with the Queen of Sushi Madame Saito. With decades of experience, Madame Saito will share her expertise in hands-on classes to learn how to make sushi rice, sushi rolls, prepare fish and much more. You also get to dine on the sushi you create in class. Students are eligible to attend monthly Sushi Parties. Special events can be created for couples as well.

    Philadelphia, PA

    Bistro Romano Mystery Theater

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    Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  Enjoy a date night to remember where you'll work together to help solve the crime of a murder mystery while enjoying a four course dinner. Located in Old City, Bistro Romano, is home to not only the murder mystery, but to special events and piano bar. Murder Mystery theater tickets includes dinner and the show.

    Philadelphia, PA

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