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Date Night Ideas in Orlando, FL

Local favourites for couples in Orlando: landmarks, parks, neighbourhoods and nights out, plus a stay-at-home option for when you'd rather not go out.

Updated · 12 ideas· 5 min read·

Quick answer

Good date night ideas in Orlando include lake Eola swan boats, winter Park Park Avenue, disney Springs, theme park date night, and iCON Park wheel. Opening hours, prices and seasonal events change, so check the venue's website before you go.

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Lake Eola swan boats

Rent a swan boat downtown, then dinner nearby.

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Idea 2

Winter Park Park Avenue

Boutiques, cafés and the scenic boat tour on the lakes.

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Idea 3

Disney Springs

Free to enter: shops, live music and restaurants.

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Idea 4

Theme park date night

Evening tickets or after-work visits if you have passes.

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ICON Park wheel

City views from the big observation wheel.

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Idea 6

Kayak with manatees

Seasonal springs tours nearby (check guidance on wildlife).

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Idea 7

Harry P. Leu Gardens

Gardens and outdoor events.

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Idea 8

Mills 50 food crawl

Vietnamese and global food in Mills 50.

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Idea 9

Dr. Phillips Center show

Broadway tours and concerts.

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Idea 10

Mini golf

Plenty of themed mini golf around International Drive.

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Idea 11

Cocoa Beach day trip

Under an hour to the beach.

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Idea 12

Cuban night at home

Cuban sandwiches and mojitos.

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Tips that make it work

Check before you go

Hours, ticket prices and seasonal events change. Always check the official site on the day.

Book the busy nights

Fridays and Saturdays fill up fast. Reserve dinner or tickets a few days ahead.

Mix it up

Pair a free activity (a park or walk) with one paid treat (dinner or a show).

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do for date night in Orlando?

Popular options include lake eola swan boats, winter park park avenue, disney springs and kayak with manatees.

What are free date ideas in Orlando?

Disney Springs are free or nearly free.

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