First Date Hot Spots

Trying to decide where to go on your first date can be really stressful. And the most annoying thing is going back and forth with your date asking each other where to go. Don't be that guy ... or girl! Take the initiative and give your date some options, or better yet ... plan the date as a surprise.

Going to the movies is overrated and not memorable. Not just that, but you can't really get to know your date when you have to sit quietly in a theater. BORING! Save the movies for another date together.

For a first date, you want to pick something fun and interactive. Try one of these hot spots and your date won't just be fun, but memorable.

1.) Coffee House
A cozy coffee house is a great place for a first date. The lounge setting allows both you and your date to feel more comfortable and relaxed when talking and getting to know one another. Some coffee houses even have fireplaces and live music. Just take it easy on the caffeine, or before you know it you will be talking a mile a minute and sweating like a crazy person.

2.) Walk in the Park
There is nothing sweeter than a walk in the park. If you're more active, kick up your park visit with a bike ride or a hike. You can also make your date more romantic with a packed picnic. Some parks have playgrounds and scenic views.

3.) Sporting Event
Sporting events make a great first date, especially if both you and your date are fans. Sporting events are both entertaining and upbeat. You can even plan to meet up with friends afterwards if you want to take off some of the pressure of the date. One of the best sporting events for a date is baseball, since it's more chill.

4.) Miniature Golf
Ahhh ... putt putt! Who doesn't love a game of mini golf!? You may even be able to help your date learn how to putt correctly ... (wink, wink). Some times in a situation like this you can joke around and nudge your date when they are trying to putt. It allows for you to be a little more hands on. But if you are really competitive and a sore loser, you may want to stay away from this option.

5.) Live Music
Find out what kind of music your date likes and try to find a local venue where they are playing. Sometimes bands come to local coffee houses or fairs to play. That's always really fun to see with someone you like. The music may be too loud to chat, so make sure you plan time before or after to get some talking in.

6.) Museum
Visiting a local museum could be a fun way to spend an afternoon. You can find out from your date what they like and are interesting in. Also, you can see which museums they haven't been to and try to go to one of those. Just the fact that you are trying to learn more about them and do something they are interested in should score you some points.

7.) Ice Skating/Roller Skating
If there is a rink near you, you should seriously consider going there on a first date. Skating is fun ... and even if you fall, you are sure to win some humor points. Another thing about skating is that you can pretend to not be so great at it and ask for help, which typically means hand-holding!

8.) Zoo
Not only is going to the zoo free, but who doesn't like seeing baby animals running around and being silly!? It's the best. If the weather is right and you can time it nicely, you might just hit a day where a lot of the animals are out and about. Just make sure to wear comfortable shoes, because you are sure to do a lot of walking!

9.) Arcade
Arcades are super fun for a first date and some even have climbing walls, paintball and laser tag. Do some research to find a cool one near you and your date will definitely have a good time. Just make sure to not be too competitive unless your date likes that. But remember ... no one likes a sore loser! You won't get to date #2 with a sucky attitude.

10.) Amusement Park
What can be more fun then an amusement park with roller coasters, stuffed animals and funnel cakes? Not much! You might want to check with your date first and make sure they don't get motion sickness. That would NOT make for such a great time.

Before heading out on your date, be sure to read our guide for Dating Do's and Don'ts.