Discover 15+ Long Distance date ideas

Get an inspiration for your next date from this curated list of Long Distance date ideas

Welcome to our "Long Distance Date Tips" category, where we bridge the miles to help you keep the spark alive, no matter how far apart you are. Maintaining a strong and loving connection when separated by distance can be challenging, but it's not impossible. In this section, we'll share creative ideas, advice, and strategies to make your long-distance relationship thrive. Whether you're separated by continents or just a few hours' drive, we've got the tips and inspiration to make your long-distance dates memorable and meaningful.

  1. Book Exchange Date

    Each pick a book for the other to read. Spend the evening discussing the books and why you chose them.

  2. Origami Workshop

    Learn the art of origami together. You can find free online tutorials and all you need is paper. It’s a low-cost, creative activity.

  3. Poetry Writing Session

    Spend an evening writing poetry together. Share your poems with each other and discuss your creative process. It's a free, deeply personal activity

  4. DIY Wine Tasting

    Visit a local winery or wine shop and pick up a selection of inexpensive wines to taste at home. Pair them with a variety of cheeses, fruits, and chocolates for a budget-friendly tasting experience. Get a DIY winemaking kit online for about 60$

  5. Paint-by-Numbers Date

    Paint a canvas together using a paint-by-numbers kit, but switch the numbers and colors to see what hilarious creations you come up with.

  6. Outdoor Sketching Relay

    Take turns drawing parts of the same scene outdoors, switching every few minutes to create a collaborative, humorous artwork.

  7. Botanical Garden Exploration

    Visit a botanical garden and try to identify as many plant species as you can. Take photos of your favorites.

  8. Dance like you have never done before

    Hit the road and find a dance club that seems really out of your comfort zone. Maybe some line-dancing or R'n'B ?

  9. Ice skating

    Find an ice rink close to you that is open to the public and bring your partner skating. Try making some figure skating moves - it will definitely make the date fun!

  10. Take on a home improvement project

    Write down a list of stuff you would like to improve at home. Whatever matches on both of your lists will be your home improvement project.

  11. Create a presentation

    Create a presentation about yourselves. Share childhood anecdotes and funny memories.

  12. Try wine & cheese tasting

    Buy some different types of cheeses and wines. Mix and match - and dont' forget to look all serious. You can also do blindfold tasting!

  13. Carve pumpkins

    Get creative, try some ideas out of Pinterest. May the best carver win!

  14. Build a bird-feeder

    It will be fun to create something together. You can go with a simple feeder from a soda bottle, or go all in and try some complex woodworking techniques!

  15. Interview each other

    Prepare some question beforehand. Use a brush/bootle to be your microphone. You can also film it if you dare!