60 Most Romantic Things to Do in NYC for Couples Visual Story

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Most Romantic Things to Do in New York City

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Go up the Empire State Building

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 1 The Empire State Building is one of the most iconic places in New York City... toucanet/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Share a meal at the One World Observatory

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 2 While you can visit the One World Observatory observation deck, taking your partner for dinner... appalachianview/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Unearth the Secrets of the Grand Central Station

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 3 While you may not think it, Grand Central Station is one of the most romantic... AnibalTrejo/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Hang out at an arcade

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 4 Barcade is an arcade-bar combo that's one of the best places to hang out in... See all Date Ideas

Escape the city bustle at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 5 New York is one of the busiest cities in the world. While the bustle of... See all Date Ideas

Wander through Socrates Sculpture Park

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 6 Located in Astoria, Queens, the Socrates Sculpture Park is a beautiful outdoor park filled with... LeeSnider/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Spend an evening at the New York City Ballet in the Lincoln Center

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 7 Watching a show at the New York City Ballet, located in Lincoln Center, makes for... littleny/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Bike through Central Park

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 8 If you and your partner like bike riding, then biking through scenic Central Park is... See all Date Ideas

Explore the catacombs under the city

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 9 If you and your date like spooky things to do, going on a candlelit catacombs... See all Date Ideas

Enjoy drinks with stunning views at a rooftop bar

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 10 New York City has some of the best views in the world. Therefore, it's no... See all Date Ideas

Explore Times Square

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 11 Spending the day or an evening exploring Times Square is one of the many fun... alex9500/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Spot a variety of animals at the Bronx Zoo

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 12 Go back to your childhood with a fun day out at the Bronx Zoo. The... littleny/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Learn to make new dishes at a cooking class

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 13 If you enjoy cooking or are looking to learn how to create different dishes, one... See all Date Ideas

Have a historical date at Ellis Island

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 14 If your partner loves historical attractions, a trip to Ellis Island is one of the... See all Date Ideas

Get aerial views of New York City on a helicopter tour

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 15 New York City is breathtaking when viewed from the ground, but it's even more stunning... See all Date Ideas

Appreciate artworks at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 16 The Metropolitan Museum of Art, or the Met, is the largest art museum in the... kmiragaya/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Sip cocktails at New York's speakeasies

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 17 During prohibition in the 1920s, New York City was one of the main cities to... See all Date Ideas

Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 18 The Brooklyn Bridge is another iconic world landmark on the New York City skyline. Strolling... See all Date Ideas

Dine under the stars on a New York dinner cruise

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 19 Enjoying the New York City skyline from the water is a must-do. An even better... See all Date Ideas

Discover the best Brooklyn pizza joints

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 20 New York pizza is iconic and is often referred to as the best pizza in... See all Date Ideas

Stroll along the High Line

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 21 Walking along the High Line is one more of the chilled-out and fun things to... See all Date Ideas

Relax at AIRE Ancient Baths

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 22 AIRE Ancient Baths is a luxury spa that's an ideal place for a relaxing date... See all Date Ideas

See a show at Radio City Music Hall

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 23 Radio City Music Hall is a performance venue that's known for being home to the... YAYImages/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Indulge your sweet tooth at a candy store

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 24 Going to some local candy stores is a super fun date idea, and luckily you... tastyfood/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Attend a Broadway Show

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 25 Another of the fun things for couples to do in NYC is going to a... phakimata/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Catch a movie at Skyline Drive-In

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 26 One of the fun NYC activities for couples in the evening is watching a movie... See all Date Ideas

Eat your way through New York on a food tour

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 27 Couples that like trying new dishes have to go on an NYC food tour when... bluebe/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Bowl at The Gutter

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 28 The Gutter is a fun bowling alley where you can play a game or two... See all Date Ideas

Spot NYC's landmarks on a sightseeing Cruise

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 29 If you're visiting the city with your loved one, a great way to see New... askoldsb/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Share brunch together

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 30 A brunch date is always a good idea! You can find numerous restaurants serving brunch... See all Date Ideas

Cheer for local sports teams

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 31 A great date idea for sports lovers is watching one of New York's teams play... Wirestock/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Spend the day thrift shopping

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 32 Exploring some of the city's thrift stores is an ideal way to find some unique... See all Date Ideas

Sail on the East River

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 33 If you like outdoor activities, a great thing to try with your partner is sailing... YAYImages/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Get professional pictures taken

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 34 New York City is the perfect backdrop for some cute couples' photos. You can book... See all Date Ideas

Have a game of mini golf at Shipwrecked

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 35 Located in Brooklyn, Shipwrecked is an indoor mini-golf venue. You and your date can play... See all Date Ideas

Discover the best street art in Brooklyn

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 36 One of the many things to do for couples in New York is going on... zhukovsky/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Treat yourselves on a cupcake tour

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 37 You can find many NYC food tours, but the best one for couples with a... See all Date Ideas

Look around the Morgan Library and Museum

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 38 The Morgan Library and Museum is a museum and research library found in Murray Hill... lewistse/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Shop at the Brooklyn Flea Market

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 39 Another of the great shopping-based things to do in New York for couples is going... JJFarquitectos/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Skate around at Roller Jam USA

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 40 Roller Jam USA is a perfect date spot that allows you to skate around to... See all Date Ideas

Enjoy a fun day at Luna Park on Coney Island

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 41 Luna Park is an amusement park located on Coney Island. The park has numerous roller... zhukovsky/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Laugh the night away at a comedy club

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 42 Going to a comedy club is another of the great NYC couple activities you can... See all Date Ideas

Admire the cute latte art at Sweet Moment

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 43 Sweet Moment is a cute cafe that has delicious and unique desserts. The cafe is... davidzfr/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Work together to get out of an escape room

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 44 A perfect way to bond is working together to get out of an escape room... See all Date Ideas

Have a breakfast date at Pershing Square

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 45 Pershing Square is a brasserie located opposite Grand Central Station. It's also one of the... littleny/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Learn more about NYC at the Museum of the City of New York

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 46 Founded in 1923, the Museum of the City of New York is intended to preserve... Osugi/Shutterstock.com See all Date Ideas

Walk around the Conservatory Garden

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 47 Conservatory Garden is a six-acre park located near Central Park. The park has beautifully manicured... See all Date Ideas

Dine on delicious plant based dishes at Blossom

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 48 For couples that are plant-based, or interested in trying new dishes, a trip to Blossom... See all Date Ideas

Enjoy outdoor activities at Prospect Park

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 49 You and your date can try many activities at Brooklyn's Prospect Park. The park is... See all Date Ideas

Spoil your date on Fifth Avenue

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 50 If you're looking to splurge a little on your partner, one of the best things... alex9500/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Appreciate modern art at the MoMA

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 51 MoMA, or the Museum of Modern Art, was founded in 1929 and remains one of... littleny/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Try rock climbing at Central Rock Gym

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 52 A cool thing to try together in New York is indoor rock climbing at Central... See all Date Ideas

Explore the American Museum of Natural History

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 53 Another top museum in Manhattan is the American Museum of Natural History. Exhibits cover the... Nyker/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Share afternoon tea at Alice's Tea Cup

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 54 One of the cute and romantic places to go in NYC is Alice's Tea Cup... DW labs Incorporated/Shutterstock.com See all Date Ideas

Ice skate at Rockefeller Center

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 55 Another perfect date activity, especially in the winter, is ice skating at Rockefeller Center. The... rajeshpandit/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Search for rare books at the Strand Bookstore

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 56 The Strand Bookstore is a well-known book shop in Manhattan. It has new releases, classic... pio3/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Go to the Guggenheim

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 57 The Guggenheim is another of the great art museums in New York to visit with... Hackman/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Cuddle with kitties at a cat cafe

CATEGORY 1 - DATE IDEA 58 One of the cutest places in New York for couples to have a date is... See all Date Ideas

Romantic Things to Do Near New York City

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Go across to Liberty State Park

CATEGORY 2 - DATE IDEA 1 Liberty State Park is one of the outdoor attractions you and your partner should check... edichenphoto/Depositphotos.com See all Date Ideas

Take a day trip to Niagara Falls

CATEGORY 2 - DATE IDEA 2 The iconic Niagara Falls are located six hours from New York City. If you and... See all Date Ideas

In Conclusion

Conclusion New York City is a location full of attractions for all types of travelers. If... See all Date Ideas

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