Looking for Romantic Things to do in Melbourne for Couples?
It can be hard to find fun and creative new things to do on date night when you are sick of having just another pizza and movie night! If you are wondering what to do with bae this weekend, here are 75 date ideas in Melbourne to try this weekend!
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Romantic Things to do in Melbourne for Couples
Fun Date Ideas
Glow Golf – Take your date mini-golfing with a twist. This themed 18 hole course has UV lights that are sure to create a fun-tastic time. Play Glow Golf anytime as it is indoors. A perfect romantic night in melbourne!
Escape Room Melbourne – If puzzles are your thing try an escape room. There are several different themed rooms with different puzzles to choose from. This would be great for a couple or a double date. Put your thinking caps on.
Rock climbing at Hardrock Melbourne – Adventurous couples can rock climb together at Hardrock. There are different challenges throughout your session where you can even challenge each other.
Rollerblading Wednesday nights with Bayside Blades– Bring your date on Wednesday night for rollerblading fun with Bayside Blades. Meet up with the group at the Cow up a tree sculpture before skating through Docklands.
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Bounce Inc. – For some extra fun bring your date to Bounce Inc. Bounce your way across trampolines and air bags in a 2-hour super pass. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or if you are more experienced, you will have a blast.
Ten Pin Bowling at Strike Melbourne – Try a bowling game or two with your date at Strike. This bowling alley is a unique alley with lane-service where you can eat and play.
Albert Park Driving Range – If golf is your thing then bring your date to the Albert Park Driving Range where you can practice swing. The range is open rain or shine as there are covered bays. You can also practice putting.
Grau Projekt in Clifton Hills – Every six weeks a new artist is showcased by the Grau Projekt. You and your date can view how Matt Bax brings new art together along with artistic drinking.
Theme Park date at either Fun Fields, Adventure Park, Fairy Park, or Gumbuya park – If a theme park is where you and your date want to go there are four parks to choose from, Fun Fields, Adventure Park, Fairy Park, or Gumbuya park. Depending on what type of park you are looking for whether it’s water parks, rides, or fairy tales you are sure to have had a fun-filled date.
Date Night or Anniversary Ideas Melbourne
Cork & Canvas – Bring your date as well as your own drinks to Corks and Canvas. Paint while you drink is the perfect way to spend your date night.
Icebar Melbourne – Be cool and try the Icebar in Melbourne. Have a drink and enjoy the views of hand-carved ice. When you get too cold, step back outside and warm up. Make sure you dress warmly. One of the best romantic things to do in melbourne in winter to really feel chilly!
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Take a Drink History Tour– A drink history tour is a great way to have a date night. Learn local history as well as try a variety of drinks. You and your date will have a great time.
See a show at Melbourne Theatre Company – Check out a show at the Theatre Company for date night. You can’t go wrong no matter what show you choose.
Karaoke at Ichi Ni Nana – Try singing karaoke at Ichi Ni Nana with your date. It doesn’t matter if you can sing or not, it is all about the fun. So, grab a drink and grab the mic and belt out that tune
Old Melbourne Gaol Night Tours – Looking for some creepy fun for your date night? Old Melbourne Gaol Night Tours will give you plenty of creepy fun with their night tours. Learn a little history or maybe even solve a mystery.
Queen Victoria Night Market – If you are looking for a bustling date night check out the Queen Victoria Night Market. Over 130 stalls of street food, bars, and merchandise of all sorts.
Melbourne Planetarium – At the Melbourne Planetarium recline your seats and watch a projection on a dome above. You will also see the sky as it appears for the current night. Catch a lightning show while you are at the Planetarium as well as other fun things to do.
Night kayak on the Yarra – Experience the Yarra river as well as Melbourne in a kayak and Night. Couples paddle along with a group stopping in the middle of your journey to eat at a marina in your kayak.
Easeys to dine on a train in the sky -If you are looking for a unique date night look no further, Easeys is located on a rooftop train carriage. Enjoy a burger and some beer while looking at the view of Melbourne 5 stories high.
Romantic Date Ideas
Bird’s Basement for Jazz night – If you love Jazz spend a romantic night at the Bird’s Basement for Jazz night. Doors open at 6 pm and the band starts at 7:45. Order some good food and a cocktail then sit back and listen to some good music.
Dromana Drive-In – Go back in time when drive-ins were very popular with Dromana Drive-In. Snuggle in and watch one of three movies offered per night from your car. You can order food right from your car and have it delivered there as well.
Miss Fox Day Spa – Relax with a variety of massages, treatments, rituals, and baths with Miss Fox Day Spa. Couples get their own suite and can relax with one or a mixture of experiences to clean and heal the body and mind.
Go cheese making at Craft & Co – For a tasty romantic date go cheese making at Craft & Co. You will learn how to make mozzarella as well as burrata. They will even teach you how to make cheese at home.
Learn to Salsa Dance at The Salsa Foundation – Going dancing is fun and romantic. Take a class and learn to Salsa dance at the Salsa Foundation. Whether you can dance or have two left feet beginners’ classes are designed to help if you have never danced before.
National Gallery of Victoria – Art has a way of making you think and analyze each piece. Walk through the National Gallery of Victoria with your date and see the many collections on display. One of the best couple things to do in melbourne.
Hot Air Balloon Ride over Melbourne – What could be more romantic than a hot air balloon? Appreciate the views of the sunrise high above the city. Then if you wish, have a wonderful Hot Air Balloon breakfast at the Sofitel Hotel.
Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise – Couples can enjoy a romantic four-course dinner cruise on the Spirit of Melbourne. Cruise on the Yarra River and enjoy the many colors on the water from the city lights. This 3-hour cruise is sure to be an unforgettable night.
Go on a romantic horse and carriage ride with Classic Carriage Hire – It can’t get any more romantic than a horse and carriage ride. Couples can choose from a variety of tours in the city. Sit back and enjoy the ride as well as the view.
High tea at Overnewton Castle – Looking for a little romantic charm? Drink afternoon High Tea with your date in a castle. Choose your tea and have an elegant time.
Unique Date Ideas
Zero Latency Virtual Reality – Couples can play together in a virtual world at Zero Latency Virtually Reality. There are several games to choose from with up to 8 people to play with. Free to move around as you are not held by cables or wires so gear up and start playing.
Maniax Date Night Axe Throwing – Are you axe-ing kidding? Try a unique date night with Maniax. You and your date can literally throw axes at a target. Once you are done throwing, grab a drink. Don’t forget to drink and throw responsible.
Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq 90’s arcade
You and your date are sure to have a great time from Bowling, to arcade games, to cocktails. There is something for everyone at the Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq 90’s arcade.
Zoo Twilights – Couples can enjoy the zoo and a show with Zoo Twilights. Visit the animals late in the afternoon before the shows. Have a picnic as well while enjoying the shows.
Immersive Cinema: Underground Cinema – Want to participate in a secret experience? You and your date should try Immersive Cinema – underground where you become the cast in a recreated live movie.
Bingo and Karaoke at Tokyo Tina – Play bingo at Tokyo Tina’s with their Bingo Academy. There are enough food and drinks for two. Or maybe belt out a tune with Tokyo Tina’s karaoke.
Life drawing class at The Butterfly Club – Warm up with a few sketches before really diving into this unique life drawing at the Butterfly Club. Couples will draw live models. Maybe not the best for a first date!
Beyond Rest Floatation Tanks – Book a float at Beyond Rest and relax your body and mind with your date in separate pods. Meditate with soothing sounds and colors.
Ashcombe Maze – Looking to get lost for a while on your date? Get lost in the hedge maze at Ashcombe Maze. After hours of fun sit down at the Ashcombe Café for some delicious food. Some food and drinks have lavender blends.
Secret Foodies dinner party – Looking for a unique date night idea? Try a Secret Foodie dinner party. Purchase tickets to reveal the location of the party and the rest is a secret until you arrive.
Cupid’s Undie Run – If you the daring couple join the Cupid’s Undie Run. Run for the charity of neurofibromatosis. Not only is this a unique date, but you are also helping other people with your donations.
Peninsula Hot Spring Spa– What a better way to spend a date than to relax at the Peninsula Hot Spring Spa. Couples can get a massage or soak in relaxing water with natural minerals.
Overnight at the Zoo – Animal lovers take this chance to have an overnight at the Zoo with Roar ‘n’ Snore. This unique date will have you sleeping in a tent in the elephant exhibit. You will be provided with a tent and food with a day at the zoo. One of the most romantic spots in Melbourne for an over-nighter!
Cheap or Free Date Ideas
Pizza in the Park with Small Print Pizza – With free deliveries, Small Print Pizza will deliver your pizza to the park across the street at the Victoria Gardens dog park. Order your pizza, grab a free picnic rug, and a number flag, then enjoy the sights and sounds of the park while you wait for your pizza to be delivered. For under $30.00 you can have a great date.
Walk along St Kilda beach – It cost nothing to stroll through the sands and the ebb and flow of the waves on St Kilda beach. This beach is popular for the colony of penguins that burrow in the rocks.
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The Arts Centre Sunday Market – Here is a cheap to free date to enjoy. The Arts Centre has more than 80 stalls with a variety of arts, crafts, and food. You can just browse or perhaps find a treasure to take home.
Glow in the dark course in the Docklands – At $16 for adults, Glow Golf is a cheap and exciting way to have a date. Go through the 18-hole course in the dark with UV lights guiding your way. Don’t let the fun stop on the course, have a drink at their local bar Le Bar European. A cool couple experience!
Have a beach day in Portsea – Another free fun way to have a date is on the beach. With several beaches to choose from, you can’t go wrong. Have a picnic on the beach, search for shells or maybe even dip your toes in the water.
Edible weeds tour – Journey through the weeds and gaze at their beauty, pick them, and then pop them in your mouth. That’s right edible weeds. At just $25 try a variety of weeds with a guided walking tour.
First Date Ideas Melbourne
Collingwood Farm – Get up close with the animals at Collingwood Children’s farm. You and your date can experience farm life. This is a non-profit so not only do you get to enjoy the farm, but you are also supporting it. A great place to take your girlfriend in Melbourne.
Noisy Ritual make your own wine – Winemaking is a great first date. Noisy Ritual has a workshop where you can actually make your own wine. The workshop involves more than one so come back with your date each time.
Play Volleyball at St. Kilda Beach – Spend some time at the beach with a fun activity for your first date with Volleyball. Republica at St. Kilda Beach has several nets to choose from. Play one on one or team up with some friends. After a great fun workout, grab some cold drinks.
Oriental Teahouse with their Dumplings for Dating board game – Play a get to know you game with some delicious food. Dumplings for Dating at the Oriental Teahouse is a great way to learn about your date. The board game has you asking questions, some easy and some more difficult to answer questions.
Chocolate Walking Tour – Chocolate is sure to help with the first date awkwardness. Walk your way to chocolate from around the world with a chocolate walking tour. Couples will experience a variety of milk and dark chocolate.
Om Nom Dessert bar at the Adelphi Hotel – What a great idea for a first date with some dessert. Om Nom Dessert bar at the Adelphi Hotel is not just dessert, it is art. Try pairing your dessert with the perfect cocktail.
O’Brien Icehouse – Are you looking for some winter fun all year round? Ice skate 364 days a year at O’Briens Icehouse. Rent some skates or grab your own and get on the ice. Don’t forget to dress appropriately as it is 16 degrees Celsius.
Holey Moley Golf Club – If you and your date are looking for ’80s and 90’s fun try Holey Moley Golf Club. 18 holes of pure fun. Then relax with a drink and some music. One of the best activities for couples in Melbourne.
Penguin Parade at Phillip Island – Enjoy the cuteness overload of the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island. You and your date can watch the penguins from the viewing platform come back to their burrows from the ocean. One of the best romantic day trips from melbourne.
ArtVo Immersive Gallery Experience – Have some fun on this first date at the Artvo. This art gallery is untraditional where it will sure to make you laugh. The optical illusion art allows you to touch the art and you are welcome to take as many photos as you want.
Second Date Ideas Melbourne
Public House, Richmond – On a second date, couples tend to open up a little more. The Public House has dishes made for sharing. Order a couple of drinks and a dish and share more than just food.
Board games at Queen of Spades Bar in Fitzroy – Eat, drink, and play at the Spades Bar in Fitzroy. Compete with your date with a fun and friendly board game while you enjoy a delicious meal.
Glaze It Studio Pot Painting – Whether you are artistic or not bring your own vibe to Glaze It Studio where couples can hand paint a ceramic pot.
Cat Café Melbourne – Are you or your date a coffee and cat lover? Cuddle up with your date and a rescue cat while drinking your favorite coffee at the Cat Café.
Learn something new at Laneway Learning – Take a class in virtually anything with Laneway Learning. You and your date can join a small class on art, cooking, fitness, crafts, anything your heart desires.
Ghost Tour of Williamstown – Explore various haunted locations with your date to get a scary thrill on a ghost tour of Williamston. Learn a little bit of history while getting creeped out searching for paranormal activity.
The Break Room – Do you remember feeling guilty when you broke something as a child? Well, don’t feel guilty at The Break Room. Couples can come and literally smash or throw breakable things.
Melbourne Star Observation Wheel – Day or night the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel is sure to mesmerize you and your date. Enjoy the stunning city during the day and at night see the twinkling of the city lights as well as the stars.
Luna Park – A great place to have a second date is at Luna Park. Enjoy rides and attractions of all kinds as well as snack on carnival foods.
Eureka Skydeck 88 – If heights are not an issue come check out the Eureka skydeck 88. With this skyscraper, you can view the city as far as the eye can see during the day and at night the twinkling lights of the city will take your breath away. Enter the glass cube off the Edge where you can have an even better experience with views including under your feet.
Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park – Visit the Moonlit Sanctuary where over 70 of Australia’s wildlife reside. You and your date can feed and interact with a variety of animals. Join the night tour to see some nocturnal animals.
Outdoor Couples Activities Melbourne
Trees Adventure Park – Spend some time in the trees at Trees Adventure. Choose your level of fun and for 2.5 hours you will be climbing and soaring through the trees.
Picnic at the Royal Botanical Gardens – For a more relaxing date have a picnic at the Royal Botanical Gardens. Find the perfect spot amongst a variety of flowers, shrubs, and trees or picnic along the Ornament Lake.
Tan Track – For the runner enthusiast, try the Tan Track. A 3.8 km track that leads around the Royal Botanical Gardens. Take in spectacular views with your date while getting your blood pumping with a great run or walk.
Bike Ride along the Yarra River – Bike riders will love the views along the trails of the Yarra River. You can rent or even bring your own bike to experience the wilderness while still in the city.
Go punting on the Ornamental Lake in the Royal Botanic Gardens – If you are still looking for an outdoor activity with a hint of romance couples can take a punting boat tour. Relax and enjoy while taking in the scenes of beautiful plants and wildlife on the Ornamental Lake.
Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden in Sherbrook forest – Take a walk into the picturesque park where each season has its own colors, blooming flowers, and foliage. Walk across bridged that look as if they are straight from a fairy-tale. The perfect romantic day trip from Melbourne.
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