18 Romantic Things to Do in Dallas

For a classic date idea in Dallas, take your date out for a night of Texas line dancing. With a sleek dance floor, pool tables, and mechanical bulls, Cowboys Red River Dancehall is a popular spot for locals to enjoy a two-step on a weekend night. Step it up a notch with an evening at Billy Bob's Texas for live entertainment from headlining bands and real bull riding at Billy Bob's weekend rodeos. You may even spot a celebrity or two while you're there.

Does your idea of a perfect date involve an endless supply of books and cleverly named cocktails? If so, stop by The Wild Detectives, a book lover's bookstore for couples who love to read together. Curl up with a coffee from the bookstore's cafe, or enjoy cocktails named after your favorite books during trivia night or an author reading.

Relax after your travels with a couple's massage at Riviera Spa, conveniently located in downtown Dallas. Choose a couple's package from the spa menu to ease the tension and settle into your blissful Texas vacation. After your massage, head down Knox Street for lunch and see the sights along Travis Walk, an open-air shopping complex with notable restaurants and shopping opportunities.

The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is one of Dallas's most popular date ideas for a reason. Stroll through seasonal exhibits, enjoy a holiday event, or take a tour of the historical DeGolyer House before settling in for a romantic picnic. Pick up lunch at the Arboretum's restaurants and eat anywhere on the grounds, or order a drink on the Lula Mae Slaughter Dining Terrace and enjoy the Dallas sunset.

Everyone loves the classic dinner-and-a-movie date, especially when the movie is playing at Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas in downtown Dallas. With reclining leather seats and full food and drink service, you and your date will feel more like you're flying first class than enjoying an evening on solid ground. For a movie date in the great outdoors, buy tickets to a show at the Rooftop Cinema Club in nearby Fort Worth.

Enjoy the pleasure of your date's company with a walk around White Rock Lake. Over 1,000 acres of grass plains and winding paths await, not to mention the glossy surface of the lake itself. If you're an outdoorsy couple (or you'd like to be), rent a kayak for an afternoon on the water. Dates who are dog lovers can bring their furry friends to the nearby dog park and bond over seeing their pups become best friends.

Looking for a unique date idea they'll never forget? Invite your date to The Eye at the Joule, a 30-foot-tall eyeball sculpture outside the Joule Hotel in downtown Dallas. Take once-in-a-lifetime selfies in front of the eye and sit down for a gourmet dinner or a drink at the hotel. For an extended date, order a round by the pool to enjoy a warm Dallas evening.

One of the most romantic things to do in Dallas is to look down on the city from 470 feet in the air. The Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, known to locals as "The Ball," showcases the city's twinkling lights with the best panoramic views in Dallas. Ask for the couple's package that includes a visit to the GeO-Deck, two glasses of wine, and a souvenir photo and frame. Just mention "Love Is In The Air"!

Whether you and your date are lovers of music, popular bars, or both, you'll find an evening to remember watching dueling pianos at Louie Louie's Piano Bar. Make reservations for guaranteed seating Tuesday through Saturday, or try your luck and stop by on a whim. Order at the bar or bring your own food in for dinner, then watch the dueling magic begin.

Within your trip to Dallas lies an evening in Venice. Gondola Adventures hosts several cruises for couples and groups, including an Italian dinner cruise, a casual pizza cruise, and a dessert cruise that's too sweet to miss. Couples looking for a romantic date to remember can book the Love Lock Cruise, complete with scattered rose petals and chocolates to enjoy together.

It's not a trip to Texas if you don't visit Six Flags Over Texas in nearby Arlington. With crowd-pleasing rides like the Catwoman Whip and El Diablo, classic coasters like the New Texas Giant and Pandemonium, and any type of food you could want, a day at Six Flags is like six dates in one. For couples who prefer to see a show over chasing adrenaline, Six Flags hosts a variety of concerts and live entertainment for any taste in music.

If spotting a White-tailed Deer or a Gray Fox is your idea of a perfect date, look no further than the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. Stop by in the afternoon to explore guided trails and enjoy seasonal exhibits in the museum. Take the Animal Encounters trail to see rehabilitated deer and foxes, not to mention Screech Owls and Northern Raccoons. If you're planning an evening date, take a night hike in the sanctuary to cast a moonlit glow on your unforgettable moment together.

Gamer couples can't miss the National Videogame Museum, located only 30 minutes from downtown Dallas. Romance and nostalgia intertwine as guests tour a retro 1980s bedroom exhibit, play a game of Giant Pong, and take a break from the world in a virtual reality adventure. Spend the afternoon competing for high scores in a vintage arcade before touching grass at nearby Grand Park for a picnic lunch.

No matter your taste in music, you'll find a concert option in Dallas that fits your vibe. See who's headlining at the Granada Theater after drinks at Sundown at Granada, a farm-to-table restaurant next door to the theater. If the weather's warm, enjoy an outdoor concert at Dos Equis Pavilion, known as "Dallas's Loudest Backyard" and home to the Live Nation Lounge. Classical music lovers will relish a night at the opera at Winspear Opera House, where modern architecture and world-class performances come together in downtown Dallas.

Dallas lakes may not be frozen enough for winter ice skating, but Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center is open year-round for skating fun in any season. Hold your date's hand during a few trips around the rink and enjoy winter in July, then stop by Grand Lux Cafe in the Galleria for a quick lunch. Spend the afternoon shopping to warm back up after a frosty date.

For couples who like to make the most of their vacations, there's nothing more romantic than a bike tour around the city. Rent electric bikes or scooters from In-City Wheels and follow programmed tours through historical districts and notable sights in downtown Dallas. The Dallas Sunset Tour is an especially romantic option for couples who love riding at dusk.

Texas is famous for its wine country, but you don't have to go very far to enjoy quality Texas wine. Schedule a tour at Delaney Vineyards to sip Texas Rose and stroll around the sprawling French-style grounds. If you're around on a Thursday, the winery features live entertainment in a gorgeous outdoor setting.

Further north, you'll find the Blue Ostrich Winery—named for its history as an ostrich breeding site and its current resident ostriches—along with wine tasting and live music. Stay in the winery's four-bedroom country home, complete with a wrap-around porch and view of the vineyard.

If beer and IPAs are more your style, don't miss a chance to visit Deep Ellum Brewing Company, a local favorite brewery nestled in the nearby Deep Ellum arts district. For a particularly romantic excursion, try the True Love Raspberry Sour Ale at Martin House Brewery in nearby Fort Worth. Try new brews in the relaxing taproom and pick up lunch at the on-site food truck, Oh Balls!

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