First dates can be tricky. There are lots to consider: what to wear, what to say, and where to go. If you’re looking for great date ideas that are sure to impress, Adelaide is the place to go! This South Australian capital is the perfect, vibrant city for any date you have in mind. From awe-inspiring sceneries to unique experiences, there are plenty of romantic date ideas.
Temptation Twilight Cruise
Picture this: the day is ending, the sun starts to set on the horizon, and you’re exchanging fun anecdotes about each other over your favorite movies. Straight out of a Bachie episode, right? Join this 1.5-hour Temptation Cruise by Twilight and turn that image into reality! Cruise off the idyllic Glenelg coast and enjoy the scenic ocean views by the water while sipping on a refreshing beverage.
Mega Adventure Park Sky Challenge Experience in Adelaide
Here’s a unique first date idea in Adelaide! If you and your date enjoy staying active together, take them to Mega Adventure Park and take on the thrilling Mega Adventure Sky Challenge. Conquer 70+ obstacles together, plus a free fall jump from 18 meters high! Book it with the Giant Swing, and you’re in for an unforgettable outdoor adventure with your date.
Book Mega Adventure Park Sky Challenge Experience in Adelaide – Comes with a local guide, all necessary equipment, and safety orientation.
Adelaide Eco Caddy Scenic Garden Private Tour
Make your first impression count when you tour around Adelaide Parklands aboard an eco-caddy or an eco-bike tricycle for a 60- or 90-minute exploration. Find conversation starters as you travel majestic Veale Gardens and historical landmarks like the Adelaide Oval and Adelaide Festival Center. You’ll also get to keep digital photos of your experience!
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayaking Tour in Adelaide
Another cute first date idea in Adelaide is this kayaking tour in Dolphin Sanctuary. Relax and unwind with your date as you paddle out to sea with a local guide and visit mangrove inlets and shipwrecks along the coastline. If you’re lucky, you might even meet local bottlenose dolphins along the way!
Penfolds Wine Blending Class in Barossa Valley Cellar Door
Spice up your dinner and drinks date idea in Adelaide by trying your hand at winemaking for a day. You and your date will transform into expert winemakers as you discover the legend of Penfolds first-hand and craft your wine out in the splendid Barossa Valley. The best thing is you get to take home your blend in a bottle with your name on it!
The Blending Bench Wine Blending Class by d’Arenberg
Another wine blending class makes it to our list of cool first-date ideas in Adelaide! Find your wine combine with The Blending Bench at d’Arenberg, a family-owned winery known to produce world-renowned red wine in McLaren Vale. Here, you’ll also get to take home a 750ml sample bottle of your blend, plus access to the d’Arenberg Cube, a “wine experience room” with over 60 contemporary artworks.
RoofClimb Adelaide Oval Experience
Take your date to new heights with this RoofClimb experience at the Adelaide Oval. Marvel at the breathtaking views of Adelaide and try to spot its famous landmarks right at the heart of the city. Test your courage when you push the LeanOut, where you lean up and out 50 meters over the field. How exciting!
Adelaide Oval RoofClimb Twilight Experience
Turn your first date into something more intimate with this twilight RoofClimb experience. Watch the scenic city below transform into a vibrant night spectacle filled with twinkling lights. You can try the LeanOut or take in the fantastic 360-degree view from the world-class rooftop seats of the Adelaide Oval.
Victor Harbor & Southern Highlights Day Tour from Adelaide
Planning for a full day out? Here’s a great date idea from Adelaide for you! Tour around Victor Harbor and pass through the southern vales and beaches with this day tour from Adelaide. There are tons to enjoy: stroll along Victor Harbor, visit quaint cafes on the main street, or ride the iconic horse-drawn tram in this seaside town. You can even add in a three-course Carvery lunch at Hotel Victor!
Ultimate Penfolds Experience Tour from Adelaide
Say goodbye to awkward silence when you join this two-hour ultimate Penfolds Experience Tour. Enter a world of legendary winemaking at the Magill Estate, where you will discover the foundation and history of Australia’s leading red wine producer. Of course, the cherry on top is the magnificent wine-tasting opportunity of the famous, award-winning wines Penfolds has to offer.
Tiny House Staycation at the Pink Lake
Surprise your date with this fantastic date idea from Adelaide: a Tiny House staycation at the charming Pink Lake! Trust us; you’ll have the most unforgettable date inside a hand-built eco-friendly tiny house on wheels located next to a pink-colored Lake Bumbunga. The small house is fully stocked with comfy futon beds, a well-equipped kitchen, and a cozy deck where you can watch the sunset and sunrise together. How dreamy, right?