35 Best Chicago Date Ideas for an Unbelievably Fun Date Visual Story

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Introduction

35 Best Chicago Date Ideas for an Unbelievably Fun Date Visual Story

These 35 best Chicago date ideas are sure to please everyone, whether you live in...

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Things to Do on a Date in Chicago

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Visit Garfield Park Conservatory

A visit to Garfield Park Conservatory is an awesome free date idea in Chicago. This...

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Explore the Chicago History Museum

If you and your date want to learn more about Chicago, then a trip to...

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Be amazed at the Chicago Magic Lounge

If looking for unique date ideas in Chicago, then a trip to the Chicago Magic...

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Relax at AIRE Ancient Baths

What better date idea than relaxing with your partner in an urban spa, like AIRE...

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Watch the fireworks at Navy Pier

You'll discover many things to do at Navy Pier, from checking out restaurants to riding...

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Spend the day at the Lincoln Park Zoo

Having a day date with your partner and some cute animals is always a good...

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Bond over a cooking class

Going on a dinner date is a failsafe idea, but learning to cook incredible dishes...

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Check out the best happy hours in the city

Instead of settling on one bar, try a happy hour bar crawl. This fun date...

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Meet furry friends at a cat cafe

Is your date an animal lover? Then visiting one of Chicago's cat cafes is a...

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Enjoy drinks at Adler Planetarium After Dark

A trip to the Planetarium isn't just for kids! Visiting this astronomical location is a...

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Tackle a rock climb

If looking for fun date ideas in Chicago and you enjoy adventure activities, then be...

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Challenge your date to a bowling game

Get competitive by challenging your date to a bowling game. Chicago has a range of...

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Explore the Lincoln Park Conservatory

The Lincoln Park Conservatory is another beautiful indoor botanical garden in Chicago. You'll discover a...

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Go on a brewery tour

Going on a brewery tour is one of many super fun things for couples to...

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Go Kayaking on the Chicago River

If you and your date love outdoor activities, then kayaking on the Chicago River is...

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Watch Chicago's sports teams in action

Chicago is one of the few cities to have a team in all four major...

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Play arcade games at Headquarters Beercade

Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, HQ Beercade is a super cool date spot. The...

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Dare to go on the Gangsters and Ghosts tour

Chicago has a rich but criminal history. Due to this, historical and ghost tours are...

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Discover marine life at Shedd Aquarium

Taking your date to Shedd Aquarium is a fun and laid-back idea. Exciting creatures to...

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Work together to tackle an escape game

A great way to bond is by working together to solve an escape game. The...

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Luxuriate on a Lake Michigan dinner cruise

If you and your partner want to treat yourselves, going on a luxury dinner cruise...

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Taste the best dishes in Chicago on a food tour

One of the fun things to do in Chicago for couples that like trying new...

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See artworks at the Art Institute of Chicago

One of Chicago's best cultural attractions is the Art Institute of Chicago. The museum is...

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Listen to classical music at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Another of the great cultural activities to enjoy with your date is going to see...

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Get crafty at a graffiti art workshop

One of the most fun Chicago date ideas is going to a graffiti art workshop...

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Hang out and watch a movie at Millennium Park

Millennium Park is an ideal place to hang out with your date and take a...

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Try delicious sweet treats on a donut tour

For couples who love desserts, a Chicago donut tour can't be missed! This tasty tour...

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Sip drinks and enjoy the views at a rooftop bar

One of the most fun ways for you and your date to take in the...

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Share a romantic dinner at Alinea

If you and your partner are looking to splurge on a night out, dining at...

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Find some unique pieces at Chicago's thrift shops

A great daytime date idea is going thrift shopping. Chicago has a host of thrift...

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Learn something new at the Field Museum of Natural History

Chicago's Field Museum of Natural History is one of the largest natural history museums in...

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Have brunch together

Another of the most romantic things to do in Chicago for couples is going to...

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Try the best deep dish pizza in the city

The Windy City is known for its deep-dish pizza. If you're looking for the best...

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Visit the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art

Another of the best date spots in Chicago for art lovers is the Chicago Museum...

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Things to Do Near Chicago on a Date

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See Chicago from above on a helicopter tour

Why stay on the ground for your Chicago date?! Taking a helicopter tour over the...

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Conclusion

In Summary

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