A boozy art class is a great date idea that really balances on that line of original without being so out there that it’ll scare them off. These days there are a couple of studios dotted around Sydney. We’re big fans of Brush & Sip, Cork & Chroma and Champainting.

Over the last couple of years, bouldering and rock climbing have skyrocketed in popularity. It’s a great way to work out, easy to do alone or in a small group and a helluva lot of fun. Personally, we reckon it’s one of the best date ideas ever and will definitely make for a memorable one. So, if you’re looking to shake things up, take your new honey to your local climbing gym and get down and dirty.

A number of mini-golf courses have opened up around Sydney over the last few years, our favourite being Holey Moley in Potts Point (you can check out the range of other Sydney locations via the link below). This place knows how to make your night extra special. Offering more than just a mini-golf course, you’ll also find a bar that turns traditional putt-putt into a multi-sensory labyrinth of unique holes. If you’re searching for fun and cute date ideas, this one has the best of both!

The secret is out: people love picnics. For a very simple but very romantic date idea, head down to your local lover’s corner at sunset with that special someone. Before you go, pack yourself some cheese, crackers, and maybe some wine, and you’ll be in the good books for sure.

Most fun dates break the ice by having you and company doing something active. So, our next date idea is the good old-fashioned driving range. Whether you’re a newbie or a veteran, a bucket of balls and a couple of clubs is a recipe for a good time. What’s more, if you head to Moore Park Golf Driving Range you can practice your swing under lights.

This is definitely a date night for those who are a bit more outgoing. Secret Foodies allows you to buy tickets for a themed dinner party and then, on the night, you’ll be given a secret location via SMS. Meet new people, taste amazing unique foods and discover new places. It’s one of the most exciting dating ideas in Sydney if you’re after a bit of mystique.

For a date that they’ll never forget bring your date along to Axe Throwing session. Channel your inner Viking and show your other half your skills as you compete in a one-on-one session. Don’t stress if it’s your first time, they’ll show you the ropes and help you get your groove to make you the best axe thrower possible. If you’re both pretty bold then this is the perfect ice-breaking date night in Sydney.

Impress your date with your dance moves at Swing Patrol dance classes. At Swing Patrol, you can learn everything from the Lindy Hop to Balboa swing dance. You’re definitely in for a fun night with this date option!

For a truly spectacular date that’s perfect for thrill-seekers, iFLY Sydney is the perfect dating idea. The simulated free-fall matches real conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. Get suited up in your very endearing onesies then step into the glass cylinders for an unforgettably fun date.

The perfect way to get your hands dirty on a first date. Here you can learn clay throwing, glazing, trimming and more in just a few sessions. Our favourite is ClayGround in Rosebery which offers a date night option every Friday.

This is one of the best Sydney date ideas for animal lovers! Get up close and personal with a cuddly koala at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo. After you’re done you’ll be treated to a hot breaky among nature and a chance to explore the zoo for as long as you like.

Learn all about the stars, gazing at the southern sky together at Sydney Observatory. Tours include the planetarium, telescope viewing and a dome tour. See mars, a nebular, the moon and more on this exciting and inexpensive dating idea in Sydney.

Enjoy nude bathing? Well, we’ve rounded up a list of the best nude beaches in Sydney that double as the perfect cheap date idea in Sydney. Take a skinny dip in the beautiful waters of Lady Bay Beach, or take a picnic at Cobbler’s and take in the scenic harbour views.

Depending on the time of year, there are a number of great venues in Sydney that’ll have you and your date stargazing while watching blockbuster movies under the open sky. For a fun date night that we promise your better half is going to love, check out our list of the best outdoor cinemas in Sydney listed below.

Now we’re not talking about 10-pin bowling here, because quite frankly that’s for children. Instead, we highly recommend taking your date to the local bowlo and trying a spot of barefoot bowling. The best part? We’ve rounded up the best spots in Sydney.

You’d be surprised to know that the Art Gallery of NSW has a pretty incredible collection of artwork on display in the permanent collection (meaning you can take it all in for free). If that’s not a cute date idea then we don’t know what is.

Get artsy at your favourite museum. If that’s not a cute date idea then we don’t know what is.

Is there anything quite like the theatre? Whether you’re after musicals, opera at the Sydney Opera House, theatre or even ballet, there is a myriad of venues across Sydney that make for the perfect spot to take your better half for a romantic dinner and a show.

There are ghost tours in Sydney that are sure to have you shaking in your boots. Check out the spooky history of Sydney’s darker days on a haunted ghost tour of The Rocks. The 90-minute guided tour will take you through the past burial pits, haunted hot spots, opium dens and visit a haunted site not open to the general public.

Treat your date to a blend-your-own-gin masterclass and tour at Archie Rose Distillery. The two of you can become gin blenders for the day and each personalise your very own gin! Over an hour and a half you’ll each create two 200ml bottles of your own signature gin to take home.

Really impress your date with a ride in a seaplane or helicopter flight over the beautiful Sydney Harbour, taking in the Sydney Opera House, Northern Beaches, Hawkesbury and Pittwater. With the reopening of Lilypad, Palm Beach’s luxurious floating villa, why not make it a weekend with your significant other?

For an outdoorsy duo, fishing is one of the best dating ideas Sydney has to offer, so we’ve listed some of the best fishing spots Sydney has to offer. While you’re there, why not have a picnic by the water and enjoy the sunset? You might snag yourself a real catch.

Go whale watching while on a sailboat with Whale Watching Sydney. Operating since 2000, the company offers an unforgettable whale watching experience for you and your date, plus magnificent harbour views. What’s the best time of year to go whale watching? The season starts in mid-May, and humpback whales begin passing Sydney on their northern migration from Antarctic waters. The peak months to sight are the end of June and the beginning of July.

If you’re not equipped with two bikes and a helmet of your own, you can always just go for a biking tour around Sydney. Check out some of the city’s most iconic landmarks and attractions, take in the harbour, Sydney Opera House, The Rocks precinct, Hyde Park and more. It’s a super fun way for couples to spend a date in Sydney.

Sydney has some of the best and most scenic walking trails in the whole world. So with that at your doorstep, why not take your date on a little stroll around the water taking in the views. Oh, and don’t forget your swimmers.

When it comes to the most romantic getaways near Sydney, we’ve rounded up the best from all corners of NSW. Whether you’re looking for Emirates One&Only in Wolgan Valley, Tawillah Luxury Retreat in Milton, or the famous Spicers Sangoma Retreat in the Blue Mountains.

Few things get the good times rolling like heading down to your local and watching a band play some music with a few cold drinks. One of the classic Sydney date ideas, we reckon!

Is there anything quite like the theatre? Whether you’re after musicals, opera at the Sydney Opera House, theatre or even ballet, there is a myriad of venues across Sydney that make for the perfect spot to take your better half for a romantic dinner and a show.

The perfect way to get your hands dirty on a first date. Here you can learn clay throwing, glazing, trimming and more in just a few sessions. The place to go is The Pottery Shed. Each class is held in the beautiful rustic warehouse and they provide everything you need so you just have to show up with your date.

Impress your date with your dance moves at William Maslin dance classes. If you’re looking for an intimate and exclusive dance night, you can’t go past William Maslin. They’ll include a cheese board, a glass of bubbly, and even teach you a dance to your favourite song! You’re definitely in for a fun night with this date option!