From hands-on workshops to strolls by the water, these were our favorite Seattle dates this past year.

Each one was planned, experienced, and enjoyed... perfect if you're looking for fresh ideas around the city.

1. Romantic Weekend at Posthotel Leavenworth

An adults-only escape in the heart of Leavenworth. We lounged in robes, soaked in alpine views, and left feeling completely recharged.

2. Try a Hands-On Glassblowing Class in Seattle

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Neither of us had ever done it before, so it was a blast shaping molten glass together. We capped the night with drinks at Deep Dive and pasta at Cotto.

3. Sunset Cruise on Elliott Bay

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After dinner at Maximilien, we boarded a two-hour cruise and watched the sun dip behind the Olympics. The city looked magical from the water.

4. Kayak Through Lake Union

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We paddled past houseboats and Gas Works Park while seaplanes buzzed overhead. Wrapped the night with tacos from Pablo y Pablo and had a picnic at Gas Works Park.

5. Spring Stroll Through the Arboretum Loop Trail

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Everything was in bloom and the trails felt peaceful even on a busy weekend. We grabbed dinner at Nick’s on Madison afterward.

6. Dive Bar Date at the Zoo Tavern

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A laid-back night with arcade games, pool, and pinball. We started with Italian at Serafina, then let the competition begin over pints at the Zoo.

7. Visit MOHAI in South Lake Union

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We spent a rainy afternoon diving into Seattle history. Plus, the view of the lake never hurts. Finished with a cozy dinner at Duke's Seafood.

8. Explore West Seattle’s Lincoln Park

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We picked up sandwiches from Husky Deli for a simple picnic then wandered through tall trees and along the shore at Lincoln Park.

9. Arcade and Bowling Night in Bellevue

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We channeled our inner kids with arcade games and bowling before winding down with dinner at Cantinetta. A fun, competitive twist on date night.

10. Seward Park Stroll + Beacon Hill Food Tour

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One lap around the park trail, then off to Beacon Hill for a date-night lineup of Perihelion beer, Filipino food at Musang, and soft serve at Milk Drunk.